| There are literally hundreds of cell phones out there | | | | radioxHTML browser for enhanced mobile browsing |
| made by dozens of manufacturers. It is hard to | | | | experience |
| determine which are the best of the group - or at | | | | Advanced PIM functionality (calendar, phonebook, to-do |
| least, which is best for you. The decision is a difficult | | | | list, notes) |
| one, and we hope the information below will help you | | | | OMA Digital Rights Management version 1.0 |
| make a wise choice. The five cell phones listed below | | | | Mobile Wallet |
| are truely the best of the best in terms of quality | | | | Integrated hands-free speaker |
| design, dependability, and overall user satisfaction. | | | | Polyphonic ring tones (supporting up to 24 instruments) |
| Although there are a lot of great cell phones out there, | | | | Infrared, USB, PC Suite |
| we are sure that these are some of the very best. | | | | 76 cc, weighs 97 grams |
| Motorola i860 Video and Camera Mobile Phone | | | | Talk time of up to 5 hours and a standby time of up to |
| Manufacturers Description: The sleek Motorola i860 is | | | | 300 hours. |
| packed with more than a dozen top-of-the-line | | | | Overall Value Rating: 9.6 / 10 - Excellent |
| features including 10-second video capture and | | | | Price: $150 - $300 |
| playback and a 0.3-megapixel camera with 4X digital | | | | Motorola A630 Cell Phone (T-Mobile) |
| zoom. In addition, it allows users to easily exchange | | | | Manufacturers Description: Following in the footsteps |
| digital photos and contact information with others. | | | | of the game-changing Motorola StarTAC and the |
| "The Motorola i860 handset is another example of | | | | company's revolutionary two-way pagers, the model |
| how Motorola strives to meet our customers' needs | | | | A630 is yet another innovative new product from |
| by offering one mobile device to streamline | | | | Motorola. Packaged in a unique, multi- functional design |
| communications," said Rey More, senior vice president | | | | featuring a QWERTY keyboard hidden inside a sleek |
| and general manager, Motorola's iDEN(R) Subscriber | | | | candy bar form, the Motorola A630 lets you call, text |
| Group. "Its multimedia services enable users to easily | | | | or email with style and ease. |
| capture the moment when it happens and share it with | | | | From the outside, you see a fashionable, compact |
| others, wherever they may be." | | | | mobile handset. Once opened, the device reveals a full |
| The phone's 10-second video capture capability | | | | QWERTY keyboard that makes texting, email |
| includes a short-range LED spotlight to provide | | | | exchanges and Instant Messaging easy. The A630 |
| additional light for close-up pictures. The camera allows | | | | does not stop there. For multi-media fun, the handset |
| users to take pictures in a variety of sizes suitable for | | | | comes with an integrated camera with 4 x zoom, |
| sharing, in-camera viewing, wallpaper designs, and | | | | multi-media messaging for sending and sharing images, |
| picture caller ID. Users can get themselves in the | | | | dedicated gaming keys and a vivid color display that |
| picture using the self-timer. | | | | offers portrait as well as landscape views. When its |
| With the Motorola i860, users can share their pictures | | | | time to be productive, the A630 offers integrated |
| and audio recordings by sending and receiving | | | | Bluetooth(R) wireless technology, an office quality |
| multimedia messages.1 The phone's integrated Media | | | | speakerphone and email support including POP3, |
| Center allows users to conveniently manage all | | | | SMTP and Imap4. The Motorola A630's fusion of the |
| pictures, voice recordings, ring tones, videos, and | | | | mobile and messaging worlds without sacrificing |
| wallpaper designs from a single area. | | | | weight, size or style makes it the ideal device for |
| Other features of the Motorola i860 that are new to | | | | today's text-savvy trendsetting consumer. |
| iDEN handsets include: | | | | With the debut of the model A630, Motorola delivers a |
| Picture Caller ID - allows a previously-assigned picture | | | | uniquely designed handset that stands apart from the |
| of a caller to appear in the external display when a | | | | pack, promising simplified voice and messaging |
| phone call is incoming from that contact | | | | communications supported by the latest technology," |
| Larger external color screen - displays up to 3 lines of | | | | said James Burke, Sr. Director of Product Operations |
| text and pictures | | | | for Motorola, Inc. "With its clever combination of fun |
| Larger internal color screen - displays up to 11 lines of | | | | and function, the model A630 is sure to please |
| text in vibrant color | | | | style-conscious movers and shakers." |
| Push-to-Send My Info2 - allows users to send their | | | | The Motorola A630 features include: |
| contact information via the "push-to-talk" (PTT) button. | | | | Full QWERTY keyboard with 5-way navigation for |
| Users can limit the amount of information sent or send | | | | easy messaging, fun gaming and more |
| a virtual business card to network more efficiently. | | | | Integrated VGA camera with dedicated photo button |
| Push-to-Send Contacts2 - allows users to easily share | | | | for quick shoot and send power |
| another user's contact information via the PTT button | | | | 220 x 176 pixel color landscape display capable of |
| Media Downloader application - available for download | | | | supporting up to 65,000 colors |
| from the Internet, this free application allows users to | | | | Built-in Bluetooth wireless technology |
| transfer photos and videos from their phone to their | | | | Advanced messaging including Multi-Media Messaging |
| PC via a USB cable (not included) | | | | Service (MMS), SMS, e-mail support (POP3, SMTP, |
| 25 MB of memory available to end users - for ring | | | | Imap4) and multibranded IM (Instant Messaging) |
| tones, voice recordings, videos, pictures, messages, | | | | GSM tri-band capabilities |
| wallpaper designs, and Java (TM) applications | | | | J2ME (TM) downloading functionality |
| MP3 ring tones - including music and voice | | | | Integrated hands-free speakerphone |
| Openwave 7.0 Internet microbrowser - lets users | | | | Polyphonic speaker for the ultimate sound and cool |
| browse graphic-rich xHTML sites | | | | MP3 ringtones |
| Push-to-open button - offers convenient, one-handed | | | | Overall Value Rating: 9.3 / 10 - Very Good |
| operation of the flip-style phone by mechanically | | | | Price: $150 - $350 |
| opening the flip when pressed | | | | Samsung p735 Cell Phone (T-Mobile) |
| The phone also has many of the features associated | | | | Manufacturers Description: Featuring a package of |
| with Motorola's iDEN technology, including | | | | design and multimedia features, the imaginative p735 is |
| location-based services, integrated speakerphone, | | | | Samsung's first GSM megapixel camera phone in the |
| voice recorder3, voice dialing, downloadable | | | | U.S. With options that entertain, enrich and enhance a |
| applications, and a two-way radio for instant | | | | consumer's wireless experience, the p735 boasts an |
| communication at the touch of a button. | | | | eye-catching twist and flip display and advanced |
| The Motorola i860 handset weighs 4.77 ounces and | | | | multimedia technology, including a megapixel camera |
| measures 3.45 x 1.96 x 1.01 inches with the included | | | | phone, video recorder, MP3 player and expandable |
| high performance battery. | | | | memory. |
| Overall Value Rating: 9.7 / 10 - Excellent | | | | The phone's distinct feature is a swivel form factor |
| Price: $250 - $400 | | | | that allows the consumer to twist the display so that |
| Nokia 6230 Cell Phone (Cingular) | | | | the vibrant 262,000-color screen rotates to a horizontal |
| Manufacturers Description: Offering the best and latest | | | | position, giving the phone a more camcorder-like feel |
| technology and features, the Nokia 6230 meets the | | | | and making picture taking and video recording easier. |
| requirements of the most demanding mobile phone | | | | And with a megapixel camera, film-quality pictures can |
| users. The tri-band (GSM, GPRS, EDGE 900/1800 | | | | be stored and printed at sizes up to 4x6. |
| 1900, GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850/1800/1900) mobile | | | | For moments such as upcoming holiday gatherings |
| phone offers multiple connectivity options via EDGE | | | | that require more than a quick snapshot, the video |
| and Bluetooth wireless technology, a removable | | | | recorder is practical and convenient, and video and |
| multimedia memory card as well as an integrated | | | | pictures can be shared wirelessly via T-Mobile's |
| VGA camera to capture pictures and videos. Sleek | | | | messaging services. While the phone's 64MB of |
| and compact, the Nokia 6230 is expected to start | | | | internal memory provides space for pictures and video, |
| shipping in Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific and Americas in | | | | the p735 comes with an RS MMC media slot and |
| the first quarter of 2004. | | | | additional 32MB multimedia card so no moment is ever |
| "Traditionally, mobile professional are early adopters of | | | | missed. In addition, the expandable memory slot offers |
| mobile technology, demanding advanced functionality | | | | space for easy and quick access to supplementary |
| and higher data speeds to keep them informed, | | | | applications and games. |
| entertained and connected while on the move," said | | | | For those that still have the gamer in them but are too |
| Kai Öistämö," Senior Vice President, | | | | busy to play at home, the p735 acts as a gaming |
| Nokia Mobile Phones. "With EDGE, Bluetooth | | | | device with access to 3D games, including Metalion |
| technology, an integrated camera, MMS functionality | | | | and Zio Golf. For music download addicts, the p735 |
| and even an integrated MP3 player, the Nokia 6230 | | | | comes equipped with a personal MP3 player, so |
| addresses these needs with an impressive range of | | | | downloading, playing and sorting music wirelessly |
| features to help balance a busy work schedule with | | | | becomes a convenience, not a hassle. Sounds come in |
| after-work responsibilities." | | | | clear with T-Mobile's HiFi Ringers and the device's |
| One of the key benefits of the Nokia 6230 is a | | | | pre-packaged headset provides a heightened auditory |
| compelling multimedia experience. With an integrated | | | | experience. |
| VGA camera and a display with 65,000 colors, | | | | The p735 will change the way consumers view their |
| pictures and videos taken with the Nokia 6230 appear | | | | wireless phone" said Peter Skarzynski, senior vice |
| sharp and bright. The video player adds the ability to | | | | president of Samsung's wireless division. Whether |
| record, send and receive video clips with audio, as well | | | | using the phone to download and listen to music, or |
| as receive streaming video content in 3GPP video | | | | snapping pictures and video clips to send back to the |
| streaming format. High quality video and images, voice, | | | | office while on a business trip, the p735 will enhance |
| presentations, files and music can be stored on a | | | | consumers' digital lifestyle. |
| removable multimedia memory card. Users can also | | | | This is a truly fun phone" said Todd Achilles, director of |
| create, send and receive multpicture, multimedia | | | | handset product management for T-Mobile USA. |
| messages with Synchronized Multimedia Integration | | | | "From the bright screen, to cool swivel design, and |
| Language (SMIL) technology. SMIL technology allows | | | | MP3 player to the megapixel camera, there's a lot to |
| users to compose multi-image messages that display | | | | keep you entertained" |
| text, sound and images in a pre-determined order. | | | | Features: |
| For flexible and efficient wireless connectivity, the | | | | Integrated MegaPixel Digital Camera - Take pictures |
| Nokia 6230 phone offers Bluetooth wireless | | | | on the go. Enjoy one megapixel pictures plus digital |
| technology and infrared connectivity as well as | | | | zoom, multishot, and more. RS MMC Media Slot - Add |
| HSCSD and GPRS support. Bluetooth enables a wide | | | | memory, applications, and store photos with a memory |
| range of new exciting enhancements for seamless | | | | card. |
| connections and comfortable wearability, like the Nokia | | | | MP3 Player - Download, play and sort your favorite |
| 610 car kit phone and the stylish Wireless Boom | | | | tunes to listen to on your phone. |
| Headset also announced today. The complete list of | | | | 262 TFT Main Color Display - Makes everything come |
| Bluetooth enhancements compatible with the Nokia | | | | to life on your phone including photos, picture caller ID, |
| 6230 can be viewed at | | | | and more. Video Messaging - Record up to 15 second |
| Using the high-speed packet-based EDGE connectivity | | | | clips with sound and send them to other compatible |
| of the Nokia 6230, business professionals can enjoy | | | | phones. |
| faster browsing, messaging and downloading. With a | | | | Overall Value Rating: 9.0 / 10 - Very Cool |
| downlink data speed of up to 236.6 kbps, downloading | | | | Price: $400 - $550 |
| with the Nokia 6230 via EDGE enables downloads | | | | LG VX4600 Cell Phone (Verizon Wireless) |
| more than 4 times faster than with GPRS. | | | | Manufacturers Description: The attractive VX4600 is |
| In addition, the Nokia 6230 has a mobile email client that | | | | the perfect mobile phone for consumers who are |
| lets users manage their email quickly over EDGE, | | | | looking to express themselves with high-end quality, |
| GPRS and HSCSD networks. The advanced xHTML | | | | style and essential functionality. Its ultra-cool clamshell |
| browser gives fast access to mobile services and | | | | design, high-resolution internal color display, and |
| information, and the integrated TCP/IP technology** | | | | innovative external OEL (Organic Electro-Luminescent) |
| enhances both the ease and speed of over-the-air file | | | | screen make an undeniable statement of style. |
| downloads. Data synchronization capability allows | | | | Basic Information: |
| users of the Nokia 6230 to update personal data | | | | Talk time: 200 minutes Standby time: 165 hours Size: |
| remotely over the network. Local synchronization of | | | | 3.43H x 1.81W x 0.98D inches Weight: 3.38 oz |
| personal data can also be done via Bluetooth, IrDa, | | | | Basic Features: |
| USB and the Nokia PC Suite. | | | | 1.9 Ghz PCS, 800 MHz CDMA (All Digital) |
| With the presence-enhanced contacts service, users | | | | Enhanced Messaging Service (EMS) to send and |
| of the Nokia 6230 can share their availability, intentions | | | | receive text messages with graphics and sound |
| and whereabouts with colleagues, family, friends and | | | | E911 Emergency Location-capable |
| other contacts. For example, a business professional | | | | 2.5mm headset jack to accept universal hands-free |
| can change his phone profile to 'Meeting' and advise | | | | headsets |
| his colleagues to reach him by SMS or MMS. | | | | 65K TFD Main Color Display (120 x 160) 8 lines of |
| Exchanging instant text messages is another | | | | Text |
| interesting possibility with the presence-enhanced Chat | | | | OEL Sub Display (96 x 38) 3 lines of Text |
| function, where users of the Nokia 6230 can create | | | | Blue Backlit Keypad |
| their own private chats and invite others to participate, | | | | 5-Way Navigation Key |
| or even join public chats of their interest. | | | | CMX MIDI (musical instrument and games digital |
| The Nokia 6230 also includes a digital music player for | | | | interface) for sounds and ringers |
| AAC/MP3 music formats. In addition to enjoying high | | | | Large Phone Book: 499 contacts (each stores 5 |
| quality stereo music, music enthusiasts can set their | | | | numbers and 3 email addresses) |
| favourite music as wake-up tones as well as alert and | | | | 36 Embedded Ring Tones and download more |
| ring tones. | | | | Vibrate and Silent Modes |
| Key features include: | | | | Voice-Activated Dialing |
| Active TFT color display - with up to 65.536 colours | | | | Speed Dialing (99 Entries) |
| Integrated digital VGA camera | | | | Bilingual (English and Spanish) capabilities |
| High speed packet-based EDGE and GPRS | | | | Personal Organizer: Calendar with Scheduler, Alarm |
| connectivity | | | | Clock, Voice Memo, Notepad, EZ Tip Calculator, |
| Bluetooth | | | | Calculator and World Clock |
| Digital camcorder and video player | | | | External USB Capable |
| Video streaming including AMR audio | | | | 1-Year limited warranty |
| MMC Multimedia card support | | | | Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer's highest FCC |
| Java MIDP 2.0 | | | | reported SAR 1.22 at ear, .74 on body. Actual SAR |
| Presence-enhanced contacts and chat | | | | may vary. |
| MP3/AAC music player and built-in FM stereo | | | | Overall Value Rating: 8. |