<![CDATA[TECH TIMES PNG - Mobile Phones]]>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:46:22 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[How to block unwanted callers on  smartphones]]>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 02:53:20 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/how-to-block-unwanted-callers-on-smartphonesNowadays scammers and fraudsters  can access your mobile phone numbers and start calling you. This is frustrating but the good news is the such calls can be blocked off. Here is tutorial on how to block off unwanted calls. 

​Many times, you receive calls from strangers or even telephone campaigns at the most inappropriate times of the day and you would have that desire to somehow block those numbers from calling. The smart phone you have has an inbuilt function that can help you with that. Whilst it’s much easily accessible through iPhones, android devices with OS Marshmallow 6 now has this specific function.

Simply follow these basic steps on how to bar unwanted callers:
  • Go to your call log and select “More” and select “Settings";
  • Locate “Call block” or “Block Numbers” and select that option;
  • You will see an empty field to enter the number(s) you wish to block off from calling you. Then you select done.
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If your smartphones doesn't have that function, then we encourage you to download a "Call Blocking App" from Google Play Store or Apple iStore and have that installed on your device to assist you with blocking off unwanted calls. 
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​Next : How To Password Protect Smart Phones
]]><![CDATA[How to Password protect Smart Phones]]>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 02:44:04 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/how-to-password-protect-smart-phonesToday many smartphones carry a lot of personal information. These include all of your text messages, emails, notes, apps, app data, music, pictures, and so much more are all on there. While it’s a very great convenience to have all of these on your phone, it’s also a major security risk if all of this data is easily accessible. The best way to prevent simple unauthorized access is by setting some sort of lock  or password on your phone.

Two popular choices, especially on Android phones, are passwords and pattern locks.

To set up a pattern lock on your android device, follow the basic steps below:
  1. Go and select settings
  2. Once in the Settings menu, scroll down to the “Personal” section and tap the “Security” entry.
  3. The first option in this menu should be “Screen lock,” which is the one we’re looking for here. Go ahead and give that a tap
  4. This will present a handful of options:
  • None: No lock screen security at all.
  • Swipe: Not really secure at all, this option unlocks the device just by swiping on the lock screen.
  • Pattern: Unlocks the device by using a specific swipe pattern along a series of nine dots.
  • PIN: Personal Identification Number. You know, like the one you have for your debit card. But don’t use the same one, please.
  • Password: Not your Google password, mind you, but one specific to the lock screen. This is the most cumbersome way to unlock your device.
  • Tap the one you want to use and go through the prompts to set it up.
Which one you choose is up to you—each one has its pros and cons. For example, Pattern and PIN options can easily be found by checking the finger smudges or streaks on the display (unless you’re a serial screen cleaner), where a password is much more difficult to visually crack. On the other hand, a PIN is theoretically more robust than a password, unless you’re using a jumble of letters and numbers for said password.

​Next : How To Check Credit Balance On Bmobile Phones
]]><![CDATA[How to check Credit Balance on Bmobile phones]]>Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:48:49 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/how-to-check-credit-balance-on-bmobile-phonesWhat is Balance Check?
A balance check is when a subscriber wants to check how much phone credits he or she has left on their mobile phone.
How do I perform a Balance Check ?
Simply dial or call *120#An SMS confirming your balance will appear.“Your account balance is (amount). Your account will expire after (expiry date)”.
Are there any limitations to this service?
There are no limitations whatsoever, a subscriber can check his or her balance as many times as he or she wants at any time.
Is there a charge to perform a balance check?
There is no charge to this service. Checking your balance is absolutely free.
Is this service available to both prepaid and postpaid subscribers?
The service is only available to prepaid subscribers.
Why is the balance check service so important?
This service helps you manage your account and also lets you in on any bmobile specials and promotions on at the time. These information comes with the balance check message.

Next : How To Do Credit Transfer On Bmobile Phone

]]><![CDATA[How to do credit Transfer on Bmobile Phone]]>Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:35:10 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/how-to-do-credit-transfer-on-bmobile-phone​What is a credit transfer?
Credit transfer is a quicker and easier way to send credits via your mobile phone to another bmobile subscriber.
When can I use Credit Transfer?
You can also use Credit transfer to attend to a Credit Me request or just sending credits to your friends, relatives or colleagues.
How to use Credit Transfer?
Simply key in *128*(Pin Number)*amount (Kina)*Mobile Number# and Send A confirmation SMS will appear on screen saying. “You have successfully recharged (amount). Your balance is (amount) & valid until (expiry date)”.
Is there a charge to do Credit Transfer?A minimal fee of 20 toea is charged to the sender for a Credit Transfer.
Can a prepaid subscriber transfer credits to a postpaid subscriber?
No, a prepaid subscriber can only transfer credits to another prepaid subscriber.
Are there any limitations to the Credit Transfer service?
Yes, there are limitations to a Credit Transfer;
  • A minimum balance of K1.10 plus must be in the account to allow to transfer credits.
  • A minimum amount of K1.00 must be transferred each time.
  • A maximum amount of K100.00 can be transferred in a single transfer
  • A maximum amount of K200.00 can be transferred in a day
  • A maximum amount of K300.00 can be transferred in a month
  • A subscriber can transfer up to ten times per day. If a subscriber tries to transfer more than 10 times, the transfer will fail and will take up to 30 days for system to clear out and allow the subscriber to transfer again.
  • A subscriber is allowed 30 transfers within a month. If the subscriber exceeds this limit, the transfer will fail and take up to 30 days for system to clear out before the subscriber can use the transfer service again.
Default PIN number
This is the set PIN number to transfer phone credits. The default pin number to transfer credits is 12345.
Can I change the default PIN number to my desired PIN number?
Of course you can, but make sure it is a number you will not forget.
How does one change the default PIN number?
To change default PIN to ones own desired PIN number, press *124*OLD PIN*NEW PIN#
What if I forget the PIN number after changing from default?
If you forget the pin number after changing from default, call bmobile customer care on 1555 for further assistance with resetting.

Source: Bmobile
Next : Bmobile Gives Free Mobile Phones And Internet MiFi Devices To OFC Champions League Organizing Committee
]]><![CDATA[Bmobile gives free mobile phones and Internet MiFi devices to OFC Champions League Organizing Committee]]>Fri, 14 Feb 2020 12:37:42 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/bmobile-gives-free-mobile-phones-and-internet-mifi-devices-to-ofc-champions-league-organizing-committeePicture
Bmobile today presented the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for OFC Champions League Group A with mobile phones and MiFi devices.
Thirty RED-X Blaze III mobile phones and thirty bmobile 4GLTE BLUE SIMs pre-loaded with bmobile’s new and improved MOA MONTH packs were provided for LOC team members. Five bmobile 4G MiFi devices and five bmobile 4GLTE BLUE SIMs pre-loaded with bmobile’s MAMMOTH 30GB Cheap Mobile Data plan were provided for visiting OFC officials.
The in-kind support will assist the LOC and the visiting OFC officials in delivering a successful tournament and ensuring mobile phone connectivity and ease of communication throughout the week-long tournament.
With bmobile’s MOA MONTH pack that is pre-loaded to each mobile phone device, all LOC team members will have UNLIMITED onnet talk time as well as 100 minutes offnet, 100 SMS and 1GB of data to top it off. Furthermore, the OFC Officials using bmobile’s 4G MiFI devices will enjoy the MAMMOTH 30GB Cheap Mobile Data plan to ensure all their data connectivity requirements are covered.

Next : Smart Philippines Vs Digicel PNG
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]]><![CDATA[Smart Philippines vs Digicel PNG]]>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 10:04:47 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/smart-philippines-vs-digicel-pngPicture
by Daisy Lisania
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I am using a smart sim in the Philippines and I see so much difference in the data usage then with Digicel in PNG.
1. 100 Philippine peso is equals to 6.68 PNG kina.
For 100 pesos, I get 1G for 3 days All net and internet video included and it is a very honest network. When the 3 days are over, I receive a text message telling me your data is expired.
2. I have 300 pesos in my phone as load/units.
The network will only use the MB 1G that I bought and leave my 200 pesos unused unless I have to buy for 3 days or more.
3. In contrast, Digicel uses the data quickly.
And eats up the remaining units as well.
4. This makes me conclude; their system is computerised in such a way when the mb runs out, the remaining units are also eaten away.
5. Suggestion goes to the Communications Minister to look into this and rectify the ongoing problem which is affecting all of PNG.
6. Maybe one day, Digicel will be kind like Smart, to serve us better since customers are what makes the Digicel company a success in PNG.
These observations and thoughts penned above are entirely based on my personal experience.

next : Simple Code To Stop Advertising Text Messages From Digicel
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]]><![CDATA[Simple Code to Stop Advertising Text Messages from Digicel]]>Sat, 27 Jul 2019 09:30:15 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/simple-code-to-stop-advertising-text-messages-from-digicelPicture
Digicel has been sending promotional and advertising text messages to its customers on its network. This is sometimes frustrating and in fact it is intruding privacy to the Phone owner. 

Digicel does not indicate or provide precise information to its customers on how to stop those promotions. However, below is  simple code that  you can use to avoid promotional text messages from Digicel. 

Note: The code only works for six months .  That means Digicel  will starting sending the messages again. But you can send the same code to unsubscribe those text messages again. 
Stopping Advertisement Text Messages 

1. Text  DND to code no: 16022  (DND stands for Do Not Disturb)

2.  You will get a reply from Digicel. Then text the word CANCEL again to 16022.

You are done with cancelling advertisements for the next 6 months. You will repeat the same procedure again after the 6 months cancellation period elapse to stop further text messages.


How to stop Digicel's deceitful "buy units on credit bases" promotion.

Simple text NOSUB to 16164
]]><![CDATA[Digicel Competes with Bmobile-Telikom, Launches New Dataplan RoadShow]]>Wed, 24 Jul 2019 22:51:46 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/digicel-competes-with-bmobile-telikom-launches-new-dataplan-roadshowPicture
After PNG Telikom and Bmobile slashed their Internet data prices by 80%, Digicel PNG has realised that it is loosing its customers to  Telikom/Bmobile. Digicel has come up with new dataplan to counter Telikom/Bmobile's move with new data plan. Now Digicel is launching new dataplan road show across the country.   Digicel’s Roadshow crew dressed in traditional gear and promote the mobile company’s K1, K2 and K3 Data Pawa Hour Plans that are now available right across the country.
Customers who wish to purchase the Data Pawa Hour Plans can dial *675# or visit the My Digicel App.

Digicel also has a range of value added data plans now available on *675# that allows customers to view and purchase the most suitable plan for their data needs.
Digicel’s topup and win promotion is also ongoing in the market which gives customers across PNG in towns and rural areas the chance to win entertainment packs when they top up K5 or more; an entertainment pack includes a generator set, flat screen TV, Digicel TV Play Box which comes with free set-up, plus a year’s free subscription.
Six lucky winners from all four regions have been announced this month and six more will be drawn next month.
Keep an eye out for Digicel’s roadshow crew around Port Moresby for more awareness and updates on Digicel’s promotions, products and services.

Our View

The  Hour Data Plan looks like this. 
Data                                 Price                              Duration
50Mb                                   K1                              1 hour
unlimited youtube                 K2                               2 hours
300MB                                 K3                               1 hour
1GB                                     K5                               1 hour
2.5GB                                  K14                              3 hours

                      
Despite this new dataplan, Digicel Data plan is still expensive. Why is Digicel using foolish tactics to rod its customers? If Digicel converts  the above plans  a days plan, we believe Digicel customers will still be loyal to the company. 

Next : Cheap Bmobile Data Plan
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]]><![CDATA[Cheap Bmobile Data Plan]]>Wed, 24 Jul 2019 05:56:22 GMThttps://pngtimes.pngfacts.com/mobile-phones/cheap-bmobile-data-planPicture
The recent announcement by Bmobile on the internet data rates a much better than other networks.   The new data rates for Bmobile is stated below. 
Price            Data Allowance         Validity (Days)
K3                   500 MB                        1
K6                    1 GB                           3
K12                  2 GB                           7
K55                 10 GB                          30
K110               20 GB                          30
K150               30 GB                          30
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