Losing my phone and other disasters

I lost my phone! It happened two weeks ago and I was trying to find it using all the ways of phone tracking available to mankind and well, now I’m an expert on tracking lost mobile phones. And no, I am yet to find any trace of my lost phone.

Anyway, since no one cares of lost Nokia phones with their last decade Symbian OS, I am so sorry that I can’t help you previous Nokia owners. But, I definitely can help Android users (Because I was one) and iOS users (Because everyone else who isn’t using Android is an iOS user).

I learned to always install tracker software...

Whether it’s an iPhone or an Android, the first step is to actually tighten the security on your phone. I did this on Android by installing that ‘draw pattern to unlock’ things (and failed by not bothering to install a phone tracking app such as… well the Android market is flooded with all kinds of Android tracking apps, close your eyes, pick one and READ THE REVIEWS before you install it!). For iPhone users, there are apps such as Find My iPhone, Mobile Spy and iHound. What you have to do is to simply install one of these and track the location of your phone via GPS. In addition, you can lock the phone, wipe all important data and make your phone perform some crazy antics until you get your hands on it.

That's my phone you're listening to...

For android users who, like moi, have failed to install a tracking app before hand, there is an application called Plan B. This is literally the plan B if you misplaced your phone. All you have to do is to make sure that you send a message with the text “Locate” to your phone and it will start the magic.

Blackberries? I have no idea... oh here's one - DON'T LOSE IT!

As for hopeless ones like me, there is the IEMI tracking method to rely on. This means police. And believe me I went there and I don’t’ want to talk about it. Ever. Anyway, this site, track IEMI is great to report your stolen mobile in case someone wishes to check if they have come across a stolen one (this works for all you Symbian users too. So you can thank me later Ex-Nokia parents!)

...until December!

A Useful link for iPhone fans with Network issues:

iPhone unlock

Why Mopeds are fun

Public transport has its annoyances and inconveniences. Everyone who knows what I’m talking about would applaud when I say that I would much rather walk. But what about these mopeds? I saw a guy riding down on one of these and I am filled with envy. The bike was incredibly cute and it seemed to be in control of the traffic while I stared (with my lime green face) out of the bus window.

How awesome is that?

So, Let's see if I should get myself a Moped.

1. They are so cute!

2. I'm kind of small, so a moped would be the least intimidating bike for me.

3. OMG they are so cute!

4. No insane bike skills needed. I can keep a bicycle straight. With some practice, I'll probably be able to pull off the one of these as well.

Totally!

5. In most countries, you are not necessarily expected to have a license to drive a moped since most models drive under  50kmph. (too slow? well, I'll be preventing situations like the one pictured below by two lolcats)

Totally Not!

6. They are inexpensive and easy to maintain. Awesome.

7. Did I say how cute mopeds are? oh, I did. Well, they are cute! 

8. Fuel efficiency. Great for people who are concerned about leaving massive carbon footprints.

9. I can finally understand what Blair Waldorf meant when she said ' Riding around in vespas while wearing the cute outfits'. (Gossip Girl Season 3 Finale)

10. They'll last ages if you can maintain them properly and use good spare parts when needed. 

That's it. This is reason enough for me to get my hands on a moped. Good bye public transportation, brawling babies, huge bags and creepy seat mates! Hello Moped! 

A useful source to help keep you moped in good health.

Moped parts