An adaptor is used to connect mechanical or electrical appliances. Here it acts as a bridge between different sockets and plug systems used in different countries. This means that an adapter first has to be plugged into a socket before the emporia charger is connected to the power supply.

“Bar style” phones are classic mobile phones without any additional fold-out, rotating or slider mechanisms.



Bluetooth is a wireless technology for the free exchange of data over short distances between devices, such as between a mobile phone and a headset. Since making calls while driving is only permitted if a hands-free system is used, Bluetooth provides the perfect way of connecting the headset and mobile phone.

Similar to a real-life bookmark, an Internet bookmark keeps the address of a website to make it easier to return to

Everything on a computer or smartphone uses memory. A byte is a set of 8 bits that represent a single character in the computer’s memory. Bytes are used to measure file sizes, hard disk space, and computer memory. Larger amounts of data are measured in megabytes, gigabytes, and terabytes. One kilobyte is equal to 1,024 bytes. (Don’t ask us why it’s not 1,000 bytes.)

Your telephone number, or caller ID, is automatically presented to every line dialled if the destination phone supports this feature. If you do not want your caller ID to be presented, you can restrict caller ID presentation by selecting the “CLIR” option in the “Settings” menu.

The charging cable has a different plug on either end and connects the mobile phone to the electrical power outlet for the purpose of recharging the phone battery.

Another name for your address book. All the details of those people you want to keep in touch with, and which are stored in your phone

This is the address of any specific website - e.g. our domain name is www.emporiatelecom.ie 

A box of choices which appears on your screen when you click a highlighted link

The red emergency button is particularly large and is located on the back of several emporia models. It can be pressed directly in case of an emergency. If the emporia emergency button is pressed for three seconds, the phone automatically notifies up to five preset numbers in succession. This ensures that the emergency call gets through and does not end up on an answering machine or in a mailbox.

Facebook is a social networking website that was originally designed for college students but is now open to anyone over 13 years old. Facebook users can create and customise their own profiles with photos, videos, and information about themselves. Friends can browse the profiles of other friends and write messages on their pages. But you can adjust your privacy settings to only allow people to view part or all of your profile

FM stands for “frequency modulation” and refers to a broadcast technology that uses frequency modulation to provide sound over broadcast radio. A mobile phone with FM radio allows you to tune into talk or music radio. emporia phones with FM radio have an integrated antenna so you can listen to the radio without a headset.

Global Positioning System is a satellite navigation system used to determine where you are, what speed you are travelling and in which direction. Created by the U.S. military, GPS is now available to the general public all over the world. All smartphones have this system, allowing the unit to be located anywhere in the world

The volume on your cell phone can be set individually. You can decide what volume is most comfortable for you to conduct your phone calls and hear the party on the other end. The handset volume on emporia cell phones can be set up to “very, very loud” to ensure you can hear everything even without a hearing aid.

An icon is a visual representation of an object or a program on your computer or smartphone screen - such as an envelope for e-mail or a telephone for answering calls

The Internet is so called because it connects computer networks just like roads connect towns and cities. It was developed for the US military to maintain communications through computers in case of emergency and then became a civilian experiment, connecting university mainframe computers for sharing academic data.

As the use of personal computers grew, so did the Internet as more and more users plugged their computers into the network. Today, it has grown into a spider’s web of millions of computers, all connected by cables and wireless signals.

No single person owns the Internet. No single government has authority over its operations. It’s a free and open broadcast medium.  The Cloud is just a term used to describe an area of the Internet where data is stored securely so that it does not take up storage on your computer or phone.

A JPEG (or JPG) is another name for a picture file which can be sent or received by your mobile phone or computer. The name comes from the Joint Photographic Experts Group which developed the standards for how the files should be sent electronically

emporia mobile phones feature extra-large keys with a clearly identifiable pressure point which makes it easier for you to use the phone.

Many websites and programs, especially those that are selling items, need to know who you are, and ask you to sign in with a username (usually your e-mail address) and a password for your security and theirs. Together, these are known as your login details

Some of the high-quality pouches and cases for emporia mobile phones feature a silent magnetic flap closure that keeps your phone secure.

You speak into the microphone when you talk to the person you’re calling. It is located at the bottom of the mobile phone.

A network provider is the provider of a mobile communication network. Well-known providers include Vodafone, EE or O2.

Phishers are trying to steal your personal information. They send out e-mails that appear to come from legitimate websites such as eBay, PayPal or other banking institutions. The e-mails say that your information needs to be updated or validated and ask that you click a link included in the e-mail and enter your username and password. Some e-mails will ask that you enter even more information, such as your full name, address, phone number, social security number, and credit card number.

If you think such an e-mail might be fake there’s an easy way to check. Instead of clicking the link in the e-mail, go to the website by typing the web address into your browser’s address field. If you are prompted to update your information after you have manually typed in the Web address and logged in, then the e-mail was probably legitimate. However, if you are not asked to update any information, then the e-mail was most likely a spoof sent by a phisher.

Most legitimate e-mails will address you by your full name at the beginning of the message. If there is any doubt that the e-mail is legitimate, don’t enter your information and delete the e-mail

Short for Picture Element. The little dots that make up an image on computer and Smartphone displays. Each pixel can only be one colour at a time but since they are so small, they blend together to form various shades and tones

The rapid car charger allows you to charge your mobile phone easily in the car by plugging the charger into the cigarette lighter jack and the socket on your phone.

If you don’t want to forget an upcoming event, such as a birthday or an appointment, you can use the handy reminder function on your mobile phone. Simply enter the specific date and time and the cell phone will sound an alert tone when the date arrives. The alarm clock function works in the same way: set your preferred wake-up time and the phone will sound an alarm tone at that time.

Roaming is a general term referring to the extension of your phone service when you’re away from home. Roaming ensures that your phone is kept connected even when you’re in another country

Senior scouts are consultants who have been specially trained by emporia and are experts in mobile communication for the 50+ generation. They pass on this knowledge by answering questions and providing information at trade fairs, exhibitions or selected points of sale.

In addition to accoustic and tactile (vibration) signals, emporia mobile phones also provide visual signals, for example, by flashing brightly for incoming calls.

With slider style phones, the top part of the mobile phone slides up to reveal the keypad underneath. The emporiaLIFEplus is a slider phone and 80% of its functions are accessible when the phone is closed. This compact style of phone offers a very large display within the available space.

Using the short message service (SMS), you can send text messages of up 160 characters from your phone. Handy for sending birthday wishes or specifying a particular meeting place

Spam is junk e-mail or those unsolicited, annoying e-mail messages you receive about refinancing your home, reversing aging and losing those extra pounds etc.

The travel charger has an automatic adaptor for sockets carrying between 220 and 230 volts, enabling you to recharge your phone wherever you go.

The name that uniquely identifies someone on a computer system, or allows them to log in to a website, is their username. A username is almost always paired with a password. This username/password combination is referred to as a login, and is often required for users to log in to websites

The voice output function makes the phone’s operation audible: Once it is activated, the phone will tell you any numbers being pressed, or announce missed calls. It can also tell you the key lock setting, the battery level, or the time.

A program you use to access the World Wide Web. Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Internet Explorer are all Web browsers. If you know the address of a website, you just type it into the browser and it will take you there. If you don’t, you’ll need to use a search engine.