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With hundreds and thousands of mobile phones available
on the market, it can be quite difficult to know what type of
phone to get. This mobile phones guide will hopefully help mobile
users get a fair idea of what they need to look out for when buying
a new handset. Handsets are separated into the following categories:
Basic
Phones
As simple as it sounds, it is a handset that has limited functionalities
and is a best start for users that are not as technology savvy
and those who just want a convenient device to make and receive
phone calls and send text messages. The basic phones are usually
very low priced and are suitable for those who do not require
any sophistication or care much about the looks and features.
Camera
Phones
There are more and more better built-in camera phones being launched
onto the market and some with higher pixels that those of a digital
camera. Camera phones are suitable for users who like to take
snapshots wherever they go and to send off to friends or families
to see instantly. Prices of picture messaging have also reduced
significantly over the years and some providers also offer free
picture messaging. Newer, more advanced camera phones include
a flashlight, autofocus/fixed focus, face/smile/blink detection,
optical zoom and photo editing abilities. The prices of camera
phones vary across the market, however some can be purchased from
as little as £20 but the photo quality is not as good.
Multimedia
Phones
From music player to video player, the multimedia phone has it
all. A majority of mobile phones launched
on the market today will include a music player as standard, but
the video player is still not available on all phones just yet.
Multimedia phones enable users to listen to downloaded music on
their mobile device without the need to purchase a separate music
player. Multimedia phones will usually have a memory card slot
to enable the user to expand the memory size so more songs can
be installed onto the phone. The video player on the multimedia
phones allows users to watch and film videos with the help of
the in-built camera. Users should look out for the type of audio/video
format available on the phone and also the amount of memory available/expandable
as it will be important in choosing the right phone.
Smartphones
Sooner or later, all phones will have Smartphone abilities; it
incorporates all the basic, camera and multimedia in one as well
as internet access, e-mail, app downloads and various other functionalities
including touch screen displays and QWERTY keyboards. Prices of
Smartphones are much more expensive than the rest, but it is the
impressive processor and platform built into the phones which
makes them standout. These phones were initially designed for
business users, but with the increase in social networking; more
are being developed to bring in users from all ages to stay connected
with their friends and families.
The
above is just a brief guide on the type of phones available in
the current market, but understanding the different handset categories
is a good start in helping to decide which type of phone is best
to buy.
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