Mobile Phone Buyer's Guide

How Do I Decide Which Mobile Phone to Buy?

• For a first time buyer or a seasoned mobile phone player, getting into the mobile phone store or evaluating options online won't serve the purpose adequately, since the assorted range of mobile phones can be confusing for many and the plastic look-alikes won't confirm the comfort in operations.


• So the best way to make up your mind before purchase is by reading our mobile phone reviews and then taking up a live demo of the phones that impress you, so that you know how is it going to feel with the particular one in your hand. This analysis becomes really important, for if you opt for contract services, you are probably hooked with that phone for a minimum of 12 months, so take a look at the following considerations before you make up your mind:

• The appearance is the most appealing factor for consideration for many that would draw the attention, though these to have the tendency to betray you as camouflage for other compromised features. Before putting your hand around your stylish mobile phone, make sure you are aware about the features it holds. Markets stock phones in three basic styles; one being the simplest of the candy-bar like the Nokia 6230, slider-phones that have to be slided up for the keypad unveiling like the Samsung D600, and the clamshells that come with a half fold flap, like the Motorola Razr V3. With each of these styles, the experience is definitely different in terms of handling and usability. Considering the screen size, layout and keypad would help you further to sort out options for buying.

• Prioritize your needs first and then decide upon the features that you want to be served with, because unnecessary features do occupy the space and can be irritating at times. Today, an MP3 player, a camera, email, video calling etc. are a few features gaining popularity, but these need to be matched with your preferences as well.

• Mobile Phones are eventually used for making phone calls, so before you go out making your decision, test its basic feature : whether the voice is clear or not. And to try, make a test call from the mobile phone so that it can be ensured the best. Further, to get the best result, make a call on a landline so that it can be confirmed to the best of your satisfaction that there's no distortion of sound or any muffling at your end and also ask the person on the call if he/she can hear you clearly or not. Another aspect that needs your consideration importantly is the battery. Take a look at the span for which your mobile phone would be on even when it's in use or not in use, that is, the talk time and stand by modes, so that you are not often stranded on account of a low battery life.