Near Field Communication and contactless payments have become buzz phrases for the past couple of years; however, it seems that Visa, which just happens to be the sole financial services sponsor of the Olympics, wants to get the message out about this new idea.
The company is not being shy about it as its posters tell the world that the Olympics is proud to accept only Visa.… Read the rest

It is estimated that about 50,000 mobile phones are lost or stolen in the London area, usually in a two-week period.  Imagine how many of those phones might end up in waste bins.  Worse yet, there is an estimate that about 70,000 mobile phones will be lost during the Olympics.  The number of phones lost or stolen each year is so high that it is no wonder we want to get a little something back such as an insurance replacement of the phone and to recycle all of our old mobile phones.… Read the rest

Mobile phone recycling is often about getting the funds to pay off the newer phone you have bought.  For those who upgrade to a smartphone you will certainly have a device made for the newest decade with better connectivity for texts, talk, and data.
Yet, there is still concern for those with any phone now that the Olympics are coming closer. … Read the rest

As the Olympics approaches there will be many people who want enjoy the event but are unable to watch it live, whether it is because they cannot get tickets or because they have other commitments.

However, there is now another way of keeping tabs besides the TV. This is a mobile app created by the BBC, which will mirror the broadcaster’s web site.… Read the rest