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Many people go looking for cell phones without too much emphasis
being put on the cell phone plans. Many new users who sign up to the
different networks have been sold to rather than choosing the best
option the suits them. Research is important. Cell phones & plans
can be an expensive commodity.
Types of Cell Phones:
·Camera Cell Phone
·PDA Cell Phone
·GPS Cell Phone
The cell phone itself is not an ongoing expensive. It’s a one off
purchase that should last in good working order until you want to
upgrade. Your own personal tastes and styles should determine what
cell phone you want (not the sales assistant behind the desk). Many
phones on today’s market have a built in camera. The camera phone is
by far the most popular phone for it’s multifunction use. Not only
can you capture that perfect photo you can also send pictures to
friends and family or upload to your PC. Many of the camera phones
have a zoom in/out option and a rotating lens.
Personal Digital Assistant or PDA cell phones are generally the most
expensive of the range. This type of phone has specifications
similar to that of the PC. The have their own processor and memory
and even have the excellent TFT display. This type of phone is ideal
for sales reps or people who like to work from different locations
apart from the office. This phone has word processor capabilities.
Global Positioning System or GPS cell phones are proving more and
more popular. The newest on the market between the different cell
phone types. Many companies who issue company mobile phones
especially to sales reps or drivers are diverting to the GPS cell
type. The type of phone will give a precise location and whereabouts
to the receiver.
Cell phone plans
Cell phone plans are the most important factor when looking to
purchase a cell phone for the very first time or changing from one
network to another. Before you sign up on a plan you need to ask
yourself the following questions:
·Will the phone be used mainly for calling friends or family?
·Is the phone going to be used for business?
·Are you allowed your cell phone on during working hours?
·Will you need your cell for international calls?
·Will you be sending many SMS texts?
It is important to be honest with yourself in answering the above
questions, if not you will end up the long-term loser. Remember you
will more than likely have to sign a one-year contract with the cell
phone carrier, if you think things through now it will only save you
money and stress. Do not get taken in from carriers offering you a
certain amount of free texts per month. The calls themselves are the
expense.
Watch out for the roaming rates
Watch out for the roaming charges. If you intend to travel from
state to state or one country to another different carriers have
different rates. The can vary dramatically, be warned.
What about the prepaid cell phones?
If you find that you intend using the phone only a minimal amount of
time, you should consider a prepaid cell phone. The pre paid option
is more expensive per minute during use but it has it’s own
advantages such as:
·No contract to be signed
·No monthly line rental
·No service fee
·No credit checks
·No deposit required
·No penalties if you decide never to use it again as you have no
contract to begin with
Many people think that you cannot get a prepaid cell phone with
built in camera. This is incorrect as many carriers are offering the
prepaid phones that are camera mounted. Be careful, sending pictures
by text with a prepaid cell to friends or family is much more
expensive than with a bill phone. With the prepaid option you know
exactly what you are spending at all times. Ideal for those who are
on a tight budget.
Where do I get credit for my prepaid cell phone?
It’s very easy. You can top up your credit in most stores. Just tell
the assistant what carrier you are with and how much you need to top
up for with credit. Many stores have vending machines where you
operate the top up yourself. You can also call your cell phone
carriers with your credit card and top up from your own home. Always
choose a carrier that has a free toll number. There is nothing more
annoying than a carrier charging it’s own customers for phone calls.
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