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Mobile phones have become an integral part of many Australians life. Although seniors have long been ignored with this technology, things are now changing. Mobile phones are being created specifically to target senior users. Mobile phones can give you a link to anyone no matter where you are. Many mobile phones can now also, take photos, record sound, record videos, play games, watch tv, the list is almost endless.

Landline decline

LEGAL & GENERAL - Posted 18 Jan 2012 04:59pm
landline, mobile phone, phone bills

A current trend in telecommunication is to ditch the landline and use a mobile phone instead. It is definitely worth considering if ...

Should you hang up?

Senior-friendly phone

Posted 13 Sep 2011 10:50am
senior, friendly, phone, mobile, technology, gadgets, news, affordable, inexpensive

YOURLifeChoices subscriber Jenny has found the holy grail of mobile phones, one which is easy to use and affordable. If you’re in ...

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Pensioners saved from Telstra increases

Posted 24 Jul 2011 03:26pm
Pensioners saved from Telstra increases

Telstra have announced plans to increase its landline charges from 1 October 2011, adding approximately $2 per month to monthly bills. However, those who ...

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Mobile phone plans explained

Posted 23 Jun 2010 12:00am

Choosing the wrong mobile phone plan can be a costly error but working your way through the myriad of information available is almost impossible as YOURLifeChoices subscriber, Brian, has found. Q. Brian I have an 80 year old friend who has a problem evaluating ...

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Mobile phone flight check-in

Posted 25 May 2010 01:37am

While some airlines are still struggling to offer online check-in from a PC, technology has taken paperless travel one step further with mobile phone check-in. With Virgin, Qantas, Jetstar and Tiger competing furiously to create the best mobile phone check-in system, there are a few ideas floating around at ...

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How to get your texts for free

How to get your texts for free

SMS is fast becoming the preferred means of communication between Australians and with a little know how, sending a text message need not cost you a cent.

Start texting for free

The 25 worst internet passwords

The 25 worst internet passwords

SplashData has released their “25 worst passwords of 2011” based on the most hacked passwords on the internet. The perennial favourite of “password” heads the list.

Are any of yours on there?

Beginner's Guide to Facebook

Beginner's Guide to Facebook

There are many facets to Facebook which are fun, social and actually somewhat addictive. It is a very entertaining way to keep in contact with friends and family, and with this simple guide, YOURLifeChoices will show you how.

Start connecting today!

Free Downloads and Games

Free Downloads and Games

Whether you want to recover lost files from your computer or camera, a free alternative to Microsoft word or just want to keep your passwords safe, Drew has a program for you.

They are all free!

Senior-friendly phone

Senior-friendly phone

YOURLifeChoices subscriber Jenny has found the holy grail of mobile phones, one which is easy to use and affordable. Are you in the market for a new phone?

Read Jenny’s review