Monday, October 23, 2006

Choosing a Mobile Phone - Some Basics

One of the most convenient pieces of communication technology ever invented is the portable mobile phone. For most people, the easiness of being able to make and receive calls in total privacy, anywhere and at anytime, plus ability to send text messages, and other inherent benefits has made owing a mobile phone extremely exciting. For example, a mother caught up in traffic jam can make a quick call to her sweetheart at home, "Hello Bobby, I am close to Shawn Boulevard ... caught in traffic... I will be home in less than 20 minutes." Additionally, the mobile phone comes in array of stunning designs, sweet colors, and aesthetic finish. And, they could be paraded as fashionable materials of envy. Some have advanced features for camera, FM radio, PM3 audio and diverse bells and whistles.

Purchasing the best mobile phone

However, purchasing the most ideal mobile phone should not be treated like food or clothing items. Instead buyers should be armed with valid awareness that will help them sniff out mobile phones that will tally with their immediate needs, financial strength, ongoing budgetary, cost of repairs and/or maintenance, warranty, replacement, among others. Now let us gradually discuss some vital points you must bear in mind before and during opening your wallet for a new mobile phone. Firstly, write down reasons you need a mobile phone and basically arrive at which features you need or not so as to make your buying decision come off plain and easy. This means, you will be able to smartly avoid being hoodwinked by those over hyped advertisements screaming at you.

Go online and read reviews

If you can spend time to search for solid consumer reviews about different brands and versions of mobile phones, your eyes will be open to vital truths manufacturers and retailers are hiding from you. And, traditionally, online purchase is stress free and little hype.

Battery life

Find out if your preferred phone battery support long or short talk-time before it will demand recharging. Some batteries will get expended after 3-5 hours, while some will only last for less than 50 minutes. Fourthly, insist on mobile phone that comes with at least, one year warranty. Fifthly, you must be concern about call charges - is it per seconds or minutes billing? It's more cost-effective to be charged for 7 seconds than one minute. The sixth point is to decide if you want a mobile phone for safety, mere fancy or radical beauty or pure efficiency. While the seventh tip is to detect if there is any (or would be) hidden costs in charges. For example, what conditions apply? Can you pre-determine the nature of account and switch to another plan at will? Do they require deposit payment and how long does it run? This information will enable you chose what suit your budget and avoid regret later. Again, do you know you could spend 3-5 times to replace a lost or badly damaged phone? Find out the real cost when taking advantage of discount promotion. One important tip is to know if your preferred service provider adequately covers your area and render all other services needed. Lastly, if you are a student, company executive or traveler, look for complete package that are exclusively made for you. For example a package that supports low budget, easy to carry and excellent text message is most ideal for a student.


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