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NAM (Number Assignment Module) a circuit chip located inside a phone which stores your telephone number, lock code, timer reset code, network information and other operational data. The NAM is programmed by the service provider when a device is activated. Today’s phones have EPROM type NAM and are keypad programmable.

NAMPS (Narrowband Advanced Mobile Phone Service) is the next generation of AMPS systems. NAMPS is a cellular call-handling system that uses digital signaling techniques to split the existing channels into three narrowband channels. The result is three times more voice channel capacity than the traditional AMPS system provides.

Narrowband Advanced Mobile Phone Service see NAMPS.

Net Mode represents the Internet browser mode.

Network(s) the companies that supply the transmitters and framework allowing calls to be made in. There are four major nation-wide networks in Canada: Bell Mobility, Microcell (Fido), Rogers AT&T, and Telus Mobility.

NiCd (Nickel Cadmium) an older type and the most basic type of rechargeable battery technology for cell phones which can be damaged if it is not fully drained before recharging (referred to as memory effect).

Nickel Cadmium see NiCd.

Nickel Metal Hydride see NiMH.

NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) a newer type and common from of rechargeable battery for cell phones which will is less sensitive to the memory effect.

No Answer/Busy Transfer forwards incoming calls to another number when your line is busy or cannot be answered.

No SVC an indicator on a cell phone which notifies you when you are out of a service or coverage area.

Noise Canceling Microphone a type of microphone technology that screens out unwanted background noise to allow clearer conversations.

NTT DoCoMo DoCoMo (meaning “anywhere” in Japanese) is an NTT subsidiary and Japan’s biggest mobile service provider. NTT DoCoMo is the chief developer of I-Mode.
Number Assignment Module see NAM.

Numeric Messaging/Paging allows you to receive numerical messages.

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