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Abstract

A cellular telephone system including a cellular telephone operable to perform functions programmed at a central location. The telephone transmits a code to a central computer, which then executes the function associated with the code. Functions include, for example, establishing a telephone connection between the telephone and a called number, providing access to voice mail, callback paging, and programming. The central computer may be programmed to associate new functions with particular codes. The telephone system also includes a base station for charging a battery of the cellular telephone, for low-battery or battery-free operation of the cellular telephone, and for programming the telephone or the central computer.

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