Paying for 3G

[ThinkTankInk]

Hi everyone.

This is a really nooby question, but I can't find the answer anywhere.

If I open my internet browser on my phone, it automatically connects to the internet.
When I close my browser, it stays connected.
I have to go in to Comms Manager, switch my phone in to Flight Mode and back to Phone Mode so it switches off.

What if I just left it on?

I believe GPRS is chargable by the amount of data downloaded rather than dial-up-esque paying-for-the-amount-of-time-connected.
If I left it connected, would I be charged for it despite being idle?

I am on Orange UK Dolphin contract.

[Rudegar]

no unless they charge for the "keepalive" comm to the isp
various isp's could have various takes on that

[scousemartin]

yes you will be charged if it periodically downloads data like the weather plugin in htc home. You dont state what device you have but you can actually click on the G/E/H symbol next to the radio signal on the today screen and click on the disconnect button(if it is enabled). If you havent got a disconnect button . Download and try schaps advanced config v2 and try that if that doesnt work download tweak2k2 net that has the option to switch the button option for you

[ThinkTankInk]

I called Orange. They don't have the 'keep alive' charge. She said that it really doesn't matter, so long as nothing gets downloaded to my device then I won't get charged for it.
Weather updates and email etc. is all set to manual.

But, none-the-less I will be looking into the programs noted by Martin.

Thank you both.

P.S. I have a Hermes. I should probably put that in my signature.

[jez83uk]

Holding the end call button for a few seconds will switch it off.

[ThinkTankInk]

Holding the end call button for a few seconds will switch it off.

I know I'm a bit late. I thought this thread would be dead and buried now, but I wanted to say thank you. This is the exact bit of info I was looking for.