Choosing a mobile phone

What you need to know about your mobile phone.

The times when mobile phones have been a luxury have long passed, it is time for technical innovation and opportunities. Today, the mobile phone is a common and affordable means of communication for most Russians. Despite the prevalence and availability, the mobile phone is a fashion accessory and a means of self-expression for many people.

Of course, modern design, form, functionality, they differ from the typical mobile phones of the 90s of last century. Time changes rapidly, and therefore the desire to use the latest technical capabilities often push people to decide on the purchase of a new mobile phone.

How to choose a phone from different models on the market?

You will learn from this review article, what you should first of all pay attention when buying a mobile phone. The frequency range of communication , from what material the phone case is made, the type of screen and the battery life, functionality is the most important feature of the mobile phone. The answers to these questions will help you choose the mobile phone that suits your needs.

Frequency range of the phone.

The frequency range in which data is transmitted to mobile operators certain standards. For example, the GSM-900 standard includes transmitting and receiving data in the range from 890 to 960 MHz. GSM-1800 standard requires use in the range of 1710 to 1880 MHz. Cellular operators often use the standard GSM-900, GSM 1800, GSM-UMTS.

Choose a phone with GSM-900/1800 support, if you are thinking of using it only in Russia. European mobile operators are also successfully using these communication standards, so phones with this range, you can take with you when traveling through Europe.

It is recommended that your phone support both standards (GSM 900 and GSM-1800), simultaneously and automatically determine the frequency at which it is located. Operators support the purity of GSM-1900, in the United States, Canada and some countries in Africa and Latin America. Local mobile operators usually use this standard.

Phones with the 3G standard, 4G (UMTS), are now more important to use when traveling to Europe, Russian operators are also actively developing their 3G, 4G network in recent years.

It is important what material is made of the phone, the ease of use, such as it, clamshell, slider or touch, the touch phone is gaining popularity and is the most common. Of the simple models is best for children and the elderly classic button phone, it is better protected from all kinds of influences and falls.

The clamshell is considered more comfortable, in comparison with the classic push-button phone. In the open state of the clamshell, the loudspeaker and microphone are in a convenient arrangement, which ensures a high quality of communication . In the closed form, the main display and the keyboard are protected from damage and accidental pressures, which is an advantage of a push-button telephone.

The slider will suit you if you are looking for the most compact phone. It consists of two blocks (three in some models), one of which is hidden under the other. A small size is the main advantage of the phone. The presence of mechanical connections that are subject to wear, the main drawback in this unit.

Phone screen

The display of a mobile phone can be of two kinds: monochrome and color. Choosing a phone with a monochrome screen, you save battery power, but according to this function in the phone is limited, the advantages of low price and practicality. Mobile phones with a color screen are more common than black and white. You will appreciate the advantages of a color screen with additional multi-media functions.

Choose the type of phone with TFT, OLED and AMOLED, where the multi-media phone is equipped with important functions for you. Games, web surfing, viewing photos and video on this type of screens will bring you maximum enjoyment due to the good picture quality, which provides high brightness and contrast with maximum color reproduction and wide viewing angle.

Battery type

Mobile phones are usually equipped with lithium-ion, lithium-polymer or nickel-metal hydride batteries. Nickel Metal Hydride batteries are the cheapest solution that is commonly used in simple devices. Thus, nickel-metal hydride batteries can only be recharged after they have been completely discharged. In addition, these batteries have a high self-discharge.

Choosing nickel-metal hydride batteries, using a mobile phone with a low power consumption model with a monochrome screen does not require any additional features. This battery will match if you have the option at any time to recharge.

Lithium-ion battery is the best solution in the use of modern mobile phones with high power consumption. This type of battery is low self-discharge, high potential and no memory effect. These batteries can be charged without waiting for completion. Capacity building is the main advantage of lithium polymer batteries.

Lithium-ion and lithium-polymer battery, which is suitable for you, if you use a mobile phone with a color screen and a set of additional useful features .

Functionality of your phone

A set of functions is the basis for the classification of mobile phones. Manufacturers provide inexpensive phone models, multimedia devices. And at the same time you can perform simple additional operations, sending text messages, simple games, a flashlight and an alarm clock.

A middle-class model, usually with a color screen and enhanced multimedia capabilities. The camera allows you to take photos and videos not of poor quality, an FM tuner, an MP3 player, an extended memory card such features are available for many mid-range phones. This category of mobile phones is of interest to the user if he does not need additional features.

Class multimedia phones are characterized by high quality camera functions that are not inferior to digital cameras. Multimedia phones will replace the MP3 player. A large screen for viewing video and photos also refers to the benefits of multimedia phones.

Business class mobile phones and image processing devices with enhanced functionality. Ability to work with e-mail, you can read documents, synchronize with external devices via Bluetooth, and other useful functions, business people value time and work.

A simple and convenient phone for the elderly

Budget models are the ideal solution if you are looking for a mobile phone for the elderly. A basic set of features and ease of use are these phone functions in this category. The purchase price also plays a role.

The keyboard and screen for the elderly should be large. This will help the elderly to work with the phone, that would read the inscriptions on the screen. Please note that the flat buttons on the touch screen are not suitable for this type of mobile phone. Most older people will not play games or listen to the radio through the phone, so you do not need a mobile with a color screen.

Not just a toy, but a phone for children.

Doctors do not recommend using mobile phones for children under the age of six due to the negative effects of electromagnetic radiation on the growing body. Nevertheless, cell phone manufacturers produce special toys for children from three years old. In any case, a mobile phone for children from 3-7 years old must be safe.

The phone for the youngest children is a toy, it should look beautiful and have special functions. Some models have two call buttons instead of a numeric keypad, which is used to call up mom and dad. Pay attention to models that can send special messages. You can hear what is happening around the child if he does not respond.

Children from 6-7 years, as a rule, can already read, so a child of this age with a mobile phone will not have problems with the functions of the keyboard and write a text message. Children play games on the phone, so they will be more pleased with the phone with a color display.

Mobile phone for business

A cell phone for a businessman should not only be functional, but also a beautiful accessory. Thus, a strict and reliable design is one of the mandatory requirements for a business phone model .

Choose a mobile phone with the ability to read the most common file formats (PDF, DOC, XLS), you can quickly see the price list, quotation or other business documentation electronically. Supports the work of the mail client and web browser, as the requirement of business phone class.

Pay attention to the presence of the organizer in the phone and the recorder. These functions will be useful for you in case you spend a lot of meetings. The ability to synchronize with a computer or other external devices via a Bluetooth connection The Cell Phone allows you to emphasize your status and taste. These phones are usually functional and emphasize the elegant look of a businessman.