Mobile Cell Phone Reviews

Not so long ago, cell phones with QWERTY keyboards were a hit. These are now replaced by touch screen cell phones that let you explore and control your mobile phone in a swipe of a finger. How convenient can that be? Let's take a look at two popular brands that offer touch screen cell phones.

Cell phone review: Apple iPhone

When Apple released the iPhone, a lot of people were almost blown away that for months, they can't talk about anything but having their iPhone. It became almost like a status symbol and set the benchmark for other touch screen phones. What you'll truly love about the iPhone is its sleek design. This is true even for its first release. The stunning display with its wider screen is also something to rave about. All in all, Apple gives us as a very innovative user interface with multitouch functions. The easy to use applications make it almost practical to have an iPhone, not to mention that the Safari browser raises the web surfing experience up a notch. But iPhone itself is not perfect. The initial reaction among critics during its initial launch is that some features are missing, such as 3G and Bluetooth support, and that call quality is not at all superb. Much can also be done with its integrated memory. Some do not like the idea of having to sync it just to manage their music library. The later edition fortunately addresses some of these issues.

Mobile phone review: Samsung UltraTouch (S8300)

Samsung UltraTouch is not particularly a standout. Though the 8-megapixel camera works fin and the screen makes it look fab, under the hood, you might be a little bit disappointed. At first glance, you can say that the UltraTouch is something you'll use during the business hours. The applications, however, are just average. The common concern among users is the interface that lags. There's also the cramped keypad and the bulky headphone adapter. The price is also quite steep, considering issues with its usability. All in all, you can say that Samsung UltraTouch can work just fine but it's not a knockout.

Expect upgraded versions of touch screen mobile phones as these seem to be the rage in cell phone technology.

Although the money you spend will mostly depend on the kind of cellphone you buy, where and when you buy your phone will also influence the cost. Shopping online and timing your purchase may help you save a lot of money.

Online cellphone deals

Buying a cellphone online has the advantage of saving you time going out and lining up in a store. Online retailers may also have better offers on cellphones and accompanying phone plans. Cellphone service providers pay their agents commissions when the agents sign up new customers. Since more and more people are buying online, these agents receive more commissions and therefore are in a better position to offer bigger and better discounts to their customers. Also, with the great number of cellphone retailers online, it is easier and faster to compare cellphone prices, features, and plans.

Holiday discounts for cellphones

Purchasing the latest cellphone model as soon as it comes out guarantees that you will pay the highest possible price for it. By just waiting a few weeks or months, you may save tens or even hundreds of dollars, not just on the cell phone model but also with the plan offered with it. The best deals usually come from sales before and after major holidays such as New Year’s, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Buying online adds to your savings and convenience, as you no longer have to battle crowds such as those found on Black Friday.

With minimal effort and patience on your part, you can get the best deal on a new cell phone.

Nokia E63 is one of the newest offerings from the cell phone giant. This comes with a number of useful features in a sleek design that is characteristic of Nokia’s line of QWERTY phones.

Features of Nokia E63

Special features that make Nokia E63 a good buy include Quad band GSM support, 3G support, Wifi, 2 megapixel camera with LED flash, Bluetooth, micro USB port, FM radio, Nokia maps, comfortable QWERTY keypad and easy to use shortcut keys. And unlike other phones, Nokia E63 offers great visibility under direct sunlight.

Other things you can do with your Nokia E63

Aside from texting and calling, you can access the Internet with the E63 using the phone’s built-in WiFi capability. You can also take pictures and videos using the phone’s 2 MP camera. It can even take decent photos in low light and nighttime settings with the built-in LED flash. You can read documents on the phone as long as you have downloaded the appropriate document viewing software. The phone can support document viewing software for Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Nokia E63 also has a headphone jack for listening to music that you can plug into the audio in your car if you want to listen to music while driving.

Nokia E63 is a cheaper alternative to the E7. Although it comes with tone-down features, it is still a great product for the price. It doesn’t come with the metallic sleekness of the E71, but Nokia E63 still exudes quality with functionality.