Cheap international calls provider Firstnumber comments on the recent study conducted by Nielsen Informate Mobile Insights.

Edinburgh, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/15/2013 -- A recent study conducted by Nielsen Informate Mobile Insights polled more than 10,000 Indian smartphone users. Which has identified some very interesting statistics. For example, there are roughly 900 million mobile phones currently being used in India. 40 million of those are smartphones.

Although there has been a dramatic growth among those striving to remain connected and seeking new ways to remain connected to social networking sites. Only 50 percent of those who own a smartphone have mobile internet connectivity.

The most startling statistic that surprised cheap international calls provider Firstnumber, was the revelation that 48 percent of the 40 million smartphone owners are under the age of 25 years old.

The study explained the cause of the exponential growth was down to "decreasing device and data costs, coupled with a wide range of features that today's smartphones offer, readily encourage consumers to trade in their traditional cell phones for handsets with much more functionality."

A spokesperson from Firstnumber comments:

"It's interesting whenever a study is released regarding other countries mobile habits. Although we find the key figures surprising, its even more interesting when reviewing the declared smartphone usage.

Similar to the UK, text communication via smartphone in India is in decline. Which resulted in voice calls and texting accounting for 25 percent of smartphone usage. With chat and instant messaging apps being a major use amongst smartphone users."

As a company who values consumers needs, Firstnumber provides cheap calls to India. Costing 1p from both landlines and mobile phones from anywhere in the UK. Allowing you to remain connected to 900 million mobile phone users within India for little cost.

About Firstnumber
Firstnumber.co.uk is an online phone directory offering direct dial access codes that reduce the cost of making international calls from a UK landline. Providing cheap international calls to over 500 countries that include cheap calls to Australia, Germany, France, Italy and many more.

Firstnumber.co.uk was launched in 2004 and is a trading style of Wavecrest.

Contact Details:
First Number / WaveCrest, 1st Floor,
Bishopsgate Court,
4-12 Norton Folgate,
London
E1 6DB
Enquiries: 0870 801 7800

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Cheap international calls provider comments on a recent report that looks into the mobile consumer behaviour and device preference and usage in 10 different countries.

Edinburgh, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/14/2013 -- A new report, published by the research company Nielsen, entitled "The Mobile Consumer: A Global Snapshot". Looks into the mobile consumer behaviour and device preference and usage in 10 different countries. The countries examined were Australia, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, South Korea, Turkey, United Kingdom and the U.S.

The report interestingly sets out to identify how each different region engages with mobile devices. Identifying that although the popularity of mobile phones has become equal around the world, Nielsen confirms that "usage is significantly different by market and demographic groups".

A spokesperson from cheap international calls provider Firstnumber comments:

"Getting insight into mobile consumer behaviour and usage from many countries around the world is very interesting. It's possible to have tunnel vision, and believe we all have similar needs and wants when it comes to owning a mobile phone.

But, it becomes very apparent that regardless of the amount of mobile users in each country, they all have different needs, which can often be dictated by cultural differences."

A clear pattern amongst developed markets show that wherever there is widespread 3G and 4G access, smartphone owners become the majority. Also, device preference is changing with the penetration of smartphones being led by "a new generation of young adults eager to embrace smartphone technology", Nielsen states.

For example, smartphone adoption rates have significantly outnumbered the amount of feature phone users in Australia, Italy, China, the U.S., South Korea and the United Kingdom. Whilst, the feature phone is still has widespread use in India, Turkey, Russia and Brazil.

Looking at specific mobile usage, it was identified that smartphone owners gravitate towards games and social networks. But, the level of activity changed depending on the market.

About Firstnumber
Firstnumber.co.uk is an online phone directory offering direct dial access codes that reduce the cost of making international calls from aboth UK landlines and mobile phones. Providing cheap international calls to over 500 countries that include cheap calls to Australia, Germany, France, Italy and many more.

Firstnumber.co.uk was launched in 2004 and is a trading style of Wavecrest.

Contact Details:
First Number / WaveCrest, 1st Floor,
Bishopsgate Court,
4-12 Norton Folgate,
London
E1 6DB
Enquiries: 0870 801 7800

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Online retailer asda-contactlenses.co.uk has taken the enormous step to stop selling Focus Dailies, and any of this manufacturer’s products, online.

London, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/11/2013 -- In the UK, 10% of those wearing contact lenses purchase them online as it's easier (takes one minute to order), more convenient and nearly always cheaper than buying on the high street.

Considering these factors, Asda online have taken the remarkable step to delist all Ciba products of which Focus Dailies are the most popular.

The decision becomes even more significant when you get to know that Focus Dailies Contact Lenses and other products produced by this manufacturer make up a 35% share of the branded contact lens market.

But Asda aren't alone in taking this decision. Other online retailers are also looking at the option of delisting Ciba products due to the 20% price increase the company are now trying to apply to all online sales.

Ashley Mealor from www.Getlenses.co.uk said these price rises are doing three things in the market:

1. Online players are looking to delist some of these products as consumers just don't want to be paying more for them.

2. It's driving consumers to buy from overseas players like Lensway which offer no option to get their prescription checked. This is a legal requirement for UK-based contact lens retailers.

3. We've also seen customers actively switch away from this nine year old product to newer products such as Bausch and Lomb Soflens which many opticians agree is a much better contact lens.

Are Ciba on their way to becoming the next HMV? This is, inevitably, a question that online retailers are asking. Online consumers want the power to choose how they buy contact lenses, and shouldn't be faced with such a remarkable price hike.

GetLenses are a specialist contact lens retailer which sells exclusively online.

Press Contacts
Name Tom Bonner
Email: customerservices@asda-contactlenses.co.uk
Tel: 0845 3666998

Name: Emma Haskel
Email: emma.haskel@getlenses.co.uk
Tel: 0203 3977614

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Tarpon, a leading umbrella company in the UK, have just launched a brand new contractor salary calculator.

Edinburgh, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/06/2013 -- A new contractor salary calculator has just been launched by Tarpon, a leading UK umbrella company who specialize in contractor tax efficiency.

The new calculator has been created to provide contractors with a quick and easy way of estimating how much take home pay can be earned as a contractor working through Tarpon, after all tax, national insurance and fees have been deducted.

The contractor salary calculator works by simply entering an hourly rate and a few basic contact details. The user will then able to view their NET salary immediately, therefore discovering their potential take home pay in a matter of seconds. The calculator will also display a return percentage of the salary.

A spokesperson from Tarpon commented on the launch:

"Tarpon are very proud of the new contractor salary calculator. As a company we are always looking for ways to improve the services we provide, we believe that this is just another step forward, that shows Tarpon as a market leading umbrella company who provide an excellent service whilst maximizing contractor earnings."

"We encourage all users to provide feedback on their experience with our new umbrella company calculator – good or bad."

One can try the new calculator by visiting the following page: https://www.tarpon-uk.com/contractor-salary-calculator/

Or by speaking to one of our tax experts on 0800 434 6402, to find out more. If required, one can also choose to request a contractor call-back in a choice of nine different languages.

About Tarpon
Tarpon are an umbrella company specializing in contractor tax efficiency, enabling contractors to maximize their income and streamline their admin. Tarpon also provide contractors and agencies with professional advice surrounding potential employment law and tax challenges, including IR35 and AWR.

Discover what your take home pay will be with Tarpon by using our online umbrella company calculator.
Contact:
Tarpon UK Ltd,
Unit 12,
Tivoli House,
Wigmore Park Centre,
Luton,
LU2 9XG,
tel: 0800 434 6402

Website: http://tarpon-uk.com

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