Saturday, December 11, 2010

10 Things to consider when buying mobile phones

1. Price for function: Compare the functions and features of the mobile phone you are considering to buy with those units available in the market. Does the price justify the phone?

2. Serviceability: Is there a Service Center near your area or are there a lot of Service Centers found in the vicinity that could service your mobile phones.

3. User interface: Is it easy to operate? Is it easy to manuever through the menus? Can I create,edit, and send SMS,MMS,E-mails, etc.?

4. Connectivity: Does it have Bluetooth, IRDA, a USB data cable and PC Suite? Is is compatible with most computers or other devices?

5. Memory capacity: What is the memory capacity? Does it have and expandable memory slot? Up to what memory size can your phone support?

6. Camera, video recorder, and picture messaging: What is the resolution of the camera? Can it capture high quality pictures even on dark lighting conditions?

7. Multimedia options: Some features to look for include MP3 support, FM radio, and polyphonic ring tones. 3G handsets also support streaming video and videoconferencing. However, you'll to have a 3G service in your area. What file formats can your handset support?

8. Accessories and add-ons: What's available, and what's important to you? Just make sure it's specifically designed for your phone of choice. If no games and applications are on the phone, can you get them?

9. Size and weight: Is the size of the hanset suitable for your usage? Is it not too bulky or too small for you to operate?

10. Battery life: Lets face it, no matter how good the features of your phone, if the battery life is not enough for you to enjoy all its features, better consider buying another model.

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