How to Send Ringtones to My Phone Using WiFi
The arrival of Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and Smartphones allowed users to easily connect to a wireless Internet. Wireless Fidelity or Wi-Fi lets usersaccess the Internet without the clutter of cables and wires. With a wireless connection, a user can easily send ringtones from the Internet to his phone.
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Instructions
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Ensure that the "Wi-Fi" capability of your device is turned on; otherwise, it will not be able to detect wireless connections. To turn on Wi-Fi capability in Windows Mobile, tap "Start" and then "Settings." Select the "Connections" tab and then "Comm Manager." Under the "Wi-Fi" option, select "On."
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Select "Start" on your "Home" screen and then choose "Settings." On the next window that appears, select the "Connections" tab and then tap "Network Cards," "WiFi," "Wireless Connections" or something similar, depending on the device you are using. A window will appear, showing you the wireless connections within range.
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Select the desired wireless connection and then tap "Connect." Provide the "pass phrase" of the wireless connection and wait for the phone to connect to the network. A pass phrase protects a network from being invaded by unauthorized users. If you are connecting to a private network owned by a friend, or a hot spot in a restaurant or coffee shop, ask for the pass phrase that will allow you to connect to the network.
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Return to your Home screen once connected to the Internet. Navigate to "Start" and then open a mobile web browser. Type a download website on the address bar where you can get free ringtones of your choice. Websites include Mobiano.com and Freewarepocketpc.net.
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Choose a ringtone and tap the "Download" button. Wait for Windows Mobile to download the file and play it automatically through the "Windows Mobile Media Player."
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Navigate to the downloaded file. Since you downloaded a ringtone, go to your "Audio Files" and set the downloaded file as your default ringtone.
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Tips & Warnings
Some phones automatically turn on the "Wi-Fi capability," while some give users the option to turn it on or off. The steps to be followed may vary depending on the device you are using. Check your user manual for further instructions.
Obtain an extra memory card for your phone. In case your installed memory card becomes full from your downloads, you can remove it and install a new one.
