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deano87

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22nd Jul 10 at 20:48

Question may seem obscure but here goes.

I recently downloaded Nokia Messaging for my phone. I use the IMAP function but it basically connects to the mailbox every so often and downloads emails. I'm sure you know the drill.

But if I set it to 'Soonest' for the Send & Receive Sync, it seems to have a 3G/GPRS connection open all the time. Is this using data continuously, or only when a message is downloaded?

John

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22nd Jul 10 at 21:12

Usage is only when data is being transferred, you can have the connection permanently for no charge.

I'd guess that IMAP just sends a small packet ever X seconds to see if you have any new mail.

deano87

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22nd Jul 10 at 21:26

Yeah.

Would that packet be usage?

John

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22nd Jul 10 at 21:32

It probably uses some sort of packet connection yes.

Emails won't use anywhere near even the new shit 500mb limits though.

deano87

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22nd Jul 10 at 21:36