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Well, after all of the hoopla, the Verizon Droid is out on the market. This is a phone that will give the iPhone a run for its money.  Check out the deals for the Droid phone here.

The Droid by Motorola for Verizon Wireless is a touch screen, QWERTY slider smartphone that has gained early attention for its super fast speeds. Featuring Google’s Android 2.0 operating system, the Droid has a desktop-like web experience and is fully customizable with apps downloaded from the Android Market.

Android is how Google has decided to participate in this arena.  The features in this phone a very similar to the features its uses in the new Verizon Hub. 

The integrated GPS and eCompass can be used with Google Maps Navigation and other location-based apps, geo-location web search, and even geo-tagging photos. Beyond geo-tagging, the Droid’s DVD-quality 5.0 megapixel camera/ camcorder also has auto-stabilization, flash, zoom and editing tools.  You can share videos and photos either online or via multimedia messaging. The Droid by Motorola has everything you would expect a smartphone to do plus a few gizmos you’d never expect.

Highlights

• Highlight-A Touch Screen, QWERTY Keyboard Slider Smartphone Featuring Android 2.0
• Highlight-Fully Customizable With Thousands Of Apps Downloadable From The Android Market
• Highlight-Advanced 5.0 Megapixel Camera/ Camcorder With Geo-tagging, Flash, Edit Tools, and More
• Highlight-Lots Of Your Favorite Apps, Like Google Maps and Facebook, Pre-installed
• Highlight-Integrated GPS Supports Google Maps Navigation and Other Location-based and Navigation Apps
• Highlight-Amazing 3.7" Light-responsive Color Display Is Perfect For Watching Videos
• Highlight-Fast 3G and WiFi Support For Streaming Multimedia Like YouTube Videos

What’s In The Box

• Custom Ringtones-Yes
• MP3 Player-Yes, Media Player With Advanced Features For Quality Music and Video Experience
• Streaming Multimedia Support-Yes, Stream Music and Videos (Like YouTube) Online With 3G Speeds
• Customizable Graphics-Yes
• Picture Caller ID-Yes
• MP3 Ringtones-Yes
• Ringer Profiles-Yes
• Facebook-Yes, Pre-installed
• MySpace-Yes, Downloadable
• Twitter-Yes
• Games-Yes

Core Features

• Alarm-Yes
• Calendar-Yes, Support For Corporate (Exchange) Calendar and Google Calendar
• Speakerphone-Yes
• Voice-activated Dialing-Yes
• Vibrate-Yes
• Calculator-Yes
• Style-QWERTY Slider and Touch Screen
• Color Main Display-3.7", 480 x 854 Pixels, WVGA TFT Light-responsive Color Display
• Color-Licorice (Black) With Brown Sugar Accents
• To-Do List-Yes
• Voice Memo-Yes
• PDA Device-Yes

• Talk Time-Up To 6.4 Hours
• Battery Type-Li-Ion
• Standby Time-Up To 11.3 Days

Technical Specifications

• Network Compatibility-CDMA 800, 1900
• Data Download Speed-3G/ EVDO Rev. A, 1XRTT
• 3G Data Speeds-Yes, Where Available
• Platform / Operating System-Android 2.0
• Compatible Carrier-Verizon Wireless
• Predictive Text Entry-Yes
• WiFi-Yes, WiFi (802.11 b,g) To Connect To Personal and Corporate Wireless Networks (Hotspots)
• Micro-USB Port-Yes
• Standard 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack-Yes
• Hearing Aid Compatible-Yes, M3/T3
• TTY Compatible-Yes
• Touch Screen-Yes, Touch Screen With Haptic Feedback, Accelerometer, and Proximity and Ambient Light Sensors
• Weight-6.0 oz
• Dimensions-2.4" x 4.6" x 0.5"
• Expandable Memory Capacity-Store More Music, Photos and Videos With Up To A 32GB microSD Memory Card (16GB Card Pre-installed)
• Multiple Numbers Per Name-Yes

SSH into DROID?

How can I SSH into my Verizon DROID? I’ve been able to use the SSH client to SSH into my desktop and work system(s). What I’m looking for is a way to connect to my server. [...]

Common Where is the Dynolicious for Droid 

This should have been the one of the first apps they should made for Droid. When I saw it on the Iphone I almost bought the I phone just for that app.  [...]

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The Verizon Hub is an all-in-one device that could become your home’s new communications center. This device combines the basic functionality of a connected digital photo frame and a calendar with advanced communications features such as picture messaging and unlimited text,  a VoIP telephone (complete with simultaneous ring and anonymous call block), and visual voice mail.

The service that is offered by Verizon, however, comes with a cost.  You can add the Hub only to an existing Verizon Wireless account, and you’ll pay $249.99 (plus an additional two-year contract) or $319.99 (for a one-year contract). Currently, May 2009, here is a $50 mail-in rebate available, but there’s also a $34.99 monthly charge which will be added to your bill. If you’re a Verizon Wireless customer in the market for a device that does more than your typical home phone, the Hub might be worth considering, but the device’s appeal certainly isn’t broad.

The device measures 9 by 12 inches and comes with a 7-inch, 800-by-480-pixel WVGA touch-screen LCD.  The unit is easy to configure as the wireless device can be connected to a local wireless network very simply. If you have wireless issues from the station, you can connect to your network via an Ethernet connection. If you do lose connectivity for any reason, calls are forwarded to a user-selectable backup number, such as a mobile phone.

The Hub is a fully integrated, updatable home communications device that can almost justify its high cost, but there are some limitations. For instance, with the device, you can send text and picture messages, but only to Verizon Wireless phones. There’s also a phone book and calendar, but neither one can sync with your mobile phone or with cloud-based services such as Google or Yahoo. Media options are limited to a dozen internet radio stations and a bunch of canned video clips from outlets such as CNN, NBC, and the Food Network which are found on Verizon’s V-Cast Network. There are no options for a Web browser or for e-mail or social-networking apps.

Text input on the Hub’s touch screen is simple and accurate, especially if you use the included stylus. But if the thought of using a stylus to add contacts (you can store up to 128) or dozens of appointments seems too rediculous, the Web interface will solve that problem. (Many of the Hub’s features, including call logs, visual voice mail, photo upload, and calling settings, can be accessed online.) You can also import (but not sync) contacts from Google, Yahoo, or an Outlook CSV file. Like the Hub, the Web interface also supports Verizon Relay, which adds a Tile (something like a sticky note) each time you receive a text, picture, or video message from the member of a group that you set up.

Audio quality when using the speakerphone or the cordless DECT 6.0 handset is similar to that of other VoIP phones. The built-in speaker was built for phone calls, however, so radio stations sound really tinny. An audio-out jack is included on the right-hand side of the unit, but external speakers just exacerbate the fidelity problems that come with low streaming bit rates. Also, there’s no option to store music on the Hub or to stream it from other devices on your home network. Video quality is acceptable at thumbnail sizes but becomes jittery and pixelated and when expanded to fill up the device’s screen.

A helpful directory application displays business results on a map and can send locations directly to a mobile phone with VZ Navigator, or allows you to make calls directly to businesses from within the directory listing. There’s also a tool that delivers Navteq traffic reports. Other applications include movie listings, a calculator, and Verizon’s Chaperone location-tracking service.

When not in use for communication, the Hub becomes a digital photo frame, capable of cycling through images as a slideshow, or as a screen saver after 5, 10, or 30 minutes of inactivity. You can send images to the frame from a Verizon Wireless phone as a picture message, or upload up to 200 at a time through the Hub Web site. Images are rescaled and compressed, but are not resized to fill the display.

Verizon Hub Widget Phone

I’m reviewing the somewhat anachronistic Verizon Hub connected phone. Now that I’ve seen its future—an open platform built on Linux with sleek hardware from this decade, like capacitive touchscreens—it’s way more exciting.

Verizon Hub 

Nevertheless, you can’t beat the convienence of a small terminal in the kitchen, which is exactly what Verizon Wireless is hoping for with their new Verizon Hub.

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Looking for a waterproof cell phone?  This one does a pretty good job for AT&T.

Act now and buy the Motorola Tundra here!

Motorola Tundra VA76r Black

The Motorola Tundra VA76r for AT&T is a ruggedized Mil-Spec push-to-talk device that is ideal for individuals who need a tough cell phone to match their tough lifestyle. Certified to Military Standard MI-STD-810F, the Tundra will withstand dust, shock vibrations, rain, humidity, solar radiation, altitude and temperature extremes on and off the job site.

Highlights

• Instant One-button Walkie-talkie-style Communications With AT&T Push To Talk Feature
• Rugged construction, Military MI-STD-810F Spec To Withstand Harsh On-site Weather Conditions
• Integrated aGPS With AT&T Navigator For Turn-by-turn Voice and On-screen Driving Directions
• Bluetooth Capable For A Truly Hands-free Conversation
• Mobile Email and Instant Messenger For Quick and Easy Communication On The Go
• 2 Megapixel Digital Camera Takes Print-quality Stills or Video Clips
• Stay Connected Everywhere You Go – Internationally Compatible

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 2.0 Megapixels, 4X Zoom, Video Capture and Playback
• Camera Megapixels – 2 Megapixels
• MP3 Player – Yes, Load Music Using microSD Card
• GPS Services Support – Yes, Get Turn-by-Turn Directions with AT&T Navigator
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, V2.0, Supports Headset and Handsfree Profiles
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Yes, Record And Send Video Clips To Family and Friends
• Voice-driven Menus – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Supports Stereo Bluetooth (Headset Purchased Separately)
• Weatherproof – Yes, Mil-Spec MI-STD-810F Certified

Messaging Features

• Mobile Web Browsing – Yes, HTML and WAP Browsers Built-in
• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send Pictures and Short Video Clips With AT&T Messaging Feature
• HTML Web Browsing – Yes, WIth Opera Browser
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, With AT&T Messaging Feature
• Email Client – Yes, Get Yahoo Mail, AOL, Windows Live Mail and More With AT&T Data Feature
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, Get AOL, Yahoo! and Windows Live Messenger With AT&T Messaging Feature

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Multiple Languages – Yes
• Languages Supported – English, Spanish
• Games – Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display – 2.2", 240 x 320 Pixels, Over 262,000 Colors Displayed
• External Display – 1.6" TFT LCD, 120 x 160 Pixels
• Style – Flip Phone
• Color – Black
• Warranty – Motorola Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone – Yes
• Push-to-Talk – Yes
• Voice-activated Dialing – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Mini-USB Port – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – Up To 1,000 Contacts
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Store Up To 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
• TTY Compatible – Yes
• Hearing Aid Compatible – Yes, M3 and T3
• Basic Phone – Yes
• PDA Device – No

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li Ion
• Talk Time – Up To 300 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up To 336 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform – Java
• Data Download Speed – HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps
• Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; WCDMA 850, 1900
• Compatible Carrier – AT&T
• Ringtone Types Supported – AAC, AMR, H.263, MP3, MPEG-4, SP-MIDI, eAAC+ , AAC+
• Predictive Text Entry – Yes, T9
• Built-In Memory – 100 MB
• 3G Data Speeds – Yes, HSDPA Download Speeds Up To 3.6 Mbps
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD/Transflash Format Cards Up To 8 GB
• Dimensions – 3.9 in x 2.1 in x 1.0 in
• Internationally Compatible – Yes, Quad Band GSM Support
• Weight – 4.9 oz

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes
• Device Supports AT&T High-End Voice Plans – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• AT&T Messaging + Data Unlimited Option – Yes
• AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T GPS Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Push To Talk Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Data Unlimited Options – Yes
• AT&T Data + GPS Plan Options – Yes

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This is possibly the best waterproof phone out there.  One young student has had all his friends messing with and trying to break it.  It’s almost indestructible and good for around the pool or at the shore.  Act now and buy your Casio GzOne here.

Casio GzOne Boulder Orange

The ultra-rugged, water-proof Casio G’zOne Boulder for Verizon Wireless is one of the first Verizon cell phones to offer push-to-talk technology. The lightning quick PTT response times and EVDO speeds make the Boulder an excellent option for all-around outdoor use. On the inside, the Boulder features a hi-res display, an electronic compass, a music player, and expandable memory. The Casio G’zOne Boulder meets military specifications for durability, but its functionality is ideal for anyone.

Highlights

• One Of The First Verizon Cell Phones With Push-To-Talk Capabilities
• Waterproof, Attractive Shell Helps Protect The Boulder From The Elements
• Also Meets Military Standards For Shock, Dust, Heat, And Vibration
• Built-in V CAST Music Player With Up To 8 GB Of Expandable Memory
• Large QVGA Color Display
• Built-In Electronic Compass And GPS Aids Navigation During Outdoor Use
• 1.3-Megapixel Digital Camera Takes Print-quality Stills or Video Clips
• Outstanding Voice-Activated Dialing Functionality and Stereo Bluetooth

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 1.3-Megapixels (1280 x 960 Pixel Resolution Max), LED Flash, Self-Timer
• Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, On-Demand TV And Music With V CAST V PAK Feature
• Camera Megapixels – 1.3 Megapixels
• V CAST Music Player – You Can Download Songs From V CAST Music Or Rhapsody And Store Them On Your Phone
• GPS Services Support – Yes, Built-in GPS Supports Turn-by-turn Directions With VZ Navigator From Verizon Wireless
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v 2.0, Supports Headset, Handsfree As Well As SPP, DUN, And A2DP Profiles
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Record And Send QVGA Video Clips To Friends, Length Limited Only By Available Memory
• Voice-driven Menus – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• Data Capable / Use This Phone As A Modem – Yes, With Software Sold Separately
• PC Synchronization – Yes, With Software Sold Separately
• Weatherproof – Yes, Meets Military Specifications 810F for Water, Shock, Dust, Immersion, Vibration, and More
• Parental Controls – Yes, Keep Track of Your Child’s Whereabouts with Chaperone from Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Messaging Features

• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send PIX And FLIX Messages With IN Messaging Features
• Verizon Wireless Mobile Web 2.0 – Yes, WAP 2.0 Browser Built-in
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, With IN Messaging Feature
• Email Client – Yes, POP3 Email Software Built-In
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get In Now Service
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Multiple Languages – Yes
• Languages Supported – English, Spanish
• Games – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Core Features

• Color Main Display – 2.2", 240 x 320 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors Displayed
• External Display – 1.6" TFT LCD, 120 x 160 Pixels, With Music Controls
• Color – Orange
• Style – Flip Phone
• Warranty – Motorola Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone – Yes
• Push-to-Talk – Yes, With Verizon Wireless Push-To-Talk Feature
• Voice-activated Dialing – Advanced Voice Recognition Requires No Phone Pre-training
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Mini-USB Port – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – Up To 500 Contacts
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Store Up To 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
• TTY Compatible – Yes
• PDA Device – No

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li Ion
• Talk Time – Up To 214 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up To 64 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform – BREW v. 3.1.5
• Data Download Speed – EV-DO Rev A (Up to 3.1 Mbps) And 1xRTT (Up To 70 Kbps)
• Network Compatibility – CDMA 850, 1900
• Compatible Carrier – Verizon Wireless
• Ringtone Types Supported – MIDI, MP3
• Predictive Text Entry – Yes, T9
• Built-In Memory – 128 MB
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD/Transflash Format Cards up to 8 GB
• Dimensions – 3.9 in x 2.0 in x 0.9 in
• Weight – 4.9 oz
• V CAST Enabled – Yes

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Verizon Connect Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Verizon Premium Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Device Supports Verizon Push to Talk Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• Verizon Wireless Rhapsody Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Voice Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless Push To Talk Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless V CAST Plan Options – Yes
• Verizon Wireless TXT+PIX+FLIX Plan Options – Yes

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LG Vu CU920

Buy your LG Vu phone here right now!

The LG Vu is a great phone for those who want all of the features of a touchscreen phone and full multi-media.

The LG Vu CU920 for AT&T is a gorgeous new touch-screen cell phone capable of delivering one of the most robust multimedia entertainment experiences we’ve seen. The Vu supports AT&T’s MEdiaFLO Live TV service, and has a gigantic 3" touchscreen that rivals that of the iPhone or Verizon’s Voyager. In addition, the Vu offers a microSD slot for expandable memory, a full-featured music player, and supports quad-band GSM/UMTS connectivity. Note: AT&T Live TV is only available in certain markets.

Highlights

• View Beautiful Multimedia From Your Own Collection, or Via AT&T’s MediaFLO Service
• Gorgeous Touch-Screen Is Huge And Easy To Navigate
• Be One Of The First To Experience AT&T’s Mobile TV Service – Watch Live TV Wherever You Go!
• Full HTML Web Experience
• 2.0 Megapixel Camera/Camcorder Leads To Dazzling Photos and Videos
• Full Email and Messaging Experience With Virtual QWERTY Keyboard
• Bluetooth 2.0 Wireless Technology Supports Great Connectivity
• Incredibly Thin Form Factor – Slimmer Than The Competitors

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, User Guide, Wall Charger, Stereo Headset

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera – 2.0 Megapixel Camera (1600 x 1200 Pixel Resolution Max), Digital Zoom, iPhoto-like Support
• Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, AT&T Music and MediaFLO Lets You Experience Dazzling Video and Stereo Music
• Camera Megapixels – 2 Megapixels
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes
• Two-handed Gaming Experience – Yes
• Video Capture / Camcorder – Yes, Long Video Clip Capture, Video Clip Playback
• QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Built Into Touchscreen
• Voice-driven Menus – Yes
• PC Synchronization – Yes, Synchronize With Your PC or Mac

Messaging Features

• Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send or Recieve Picture Messages
• HTML Web Browsing – Full Web Browser, Portrait or Landscape Orientation, HTML
• Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Supports Multi-session, Touchscreen QWERTY Keyboard
• Email Client – Yes, POP and IMAP Support, Supports Real-time Push Email
• Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
• Custom Ringtones – Yes
• Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes
• MP3 Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
• Ringer Profiles – Yes
• Picture Caller ID – Yes
• Games – Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display – Massive 240 x 400 Pixels (3" Diagonal), 262,000 Colors
• Color – Black
• Style – Candybar Touchscreen
• Warranty – LG Manufacturer Warranty
• Touch Screen – Yes, Auto-rotates to Landscape or Portrait
• Speakerphone – Yes
• Voice-activated Dialing – Yes
• To-Do List – Yes
• Voice Memo – Yes
• Alarm – Yes
• Calculator – Yes
• Calendar – Yes
• Vibrate – Yes
• Phonebook Capacity – 500 Entries (Limited By Available Memory)
• Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Plus Web and Email Address, Instant Messenger Handles and More
• PDA Device – No

Battery Life

• Battery Type – Li Ion
• Talk Time – Up to 300 Minutes
• Standby Time – Up To 250 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Platform / Operating System – Proprietary LG Operating System
• Data Download Speed – GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSPDA (Up to 3.6 Mbps)
• Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; WCDMA 850/1900
• Compatible Carrier – AT&T
• Ringtone Types Supported – MIDI, MP3
• Internationally Compatible – Yes
• Predictive Text Entry – Yes
• Built-In Memory – 155 MB
• Dimensions – 4.3 in x 2.1 in x 0.5 in
• Weight – 3.2 oz
• Expandable Memory Capacity – Yes, Supports microSD Cards Up To 4GB

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

• AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Mobile TV Plan Options – Yes, Watch Live TV Feeds On Your Phone
• AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
• AT&T Data Unlimited Options – Yes
• AT&T Video Share Plan Options – Yes

Review of the LG CU920 Vu TV Touch Screen Phone While the LG CU920 Vu TV for AT&T is able to call itself a touch screen phone even though it’s not a smartphone, it can’t compete with the likes of the iPhone 3G and Samsung Instinct. Crystal Clear Screen Protection Film for LG Vu

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GSM Cellular Phone – 6 Powerful Must Have Benefits GSM Cellular Phones have been around since the early 1990’s. It is only recently that consumers have reaped the benefits of this new technology. Read on to learn more.

By design, the method of transmission for a GSM Cellular Phone is through Global System for Mobile (GSM) communication. Although this system was recognized in the past, it had been first employed on a commercial basis only back in 1991. Nowadays, most of the cell phones throughout the world use the GSM.

Because GSM utilizes the TDMA digital technology, the possibility exists to have up to three voices in one slot in contrast to the analog cell phones where only one voice had the ability to go into one slot. The GSM technology can do so because it utilizes digital compression along with its in-built encryption characteristic. Therefore, even in the event that the space used is the same, there will be more usage capacity.

There are numerous benefits in employing the GSM Cellular Phone for which it owes its amazing global popularity. Some of the most prominent advantages are itemized below:

1. You have the ability to use it as a SIM card – You can get a lot of freedom with the Subscriber Identification Module or the SIM card. You can gather all kinds of information on this chip and then utilize it in whatever other mobile set as and when you change it. The other kinds of sets do not offer this type of freedom to you.

2. Surpassing quality of sound – because the GSM Cellular Phone utilizes technology that is digital in nature, it allows the filtering out of every unnecessary background noises, thus leaving a loud and clear voice transmission for outstanding communication.

3. High Security – There is integrated security for the GSM Cellular Phone that no seperate telephone system has available without specifically requesting it. Therefore, you have the complete assurance that your two way conversation is both safe as well as secure at all time, and at anyplace without costing you any extra money.

International Options

4. It makes available international roaming capabilities – the GSM Cellular Phone can quite easily link up and associate to other international digital providers and thus furnish you with the independence of utilizing your cell phone even when you travel internationally abroad. Although the calls are somewhat costly, customers are happy to utilize this facility because it is hard to communicate to everyone of their new numbers as and while they travel.

5. Extended talk time – the digital technology provides a great deal longer talk time because the battery is utilized in the best practical way. This is additionally increased by the fact one can administer more than one call at any given time.

6. GSM Cellular Phone Extra Options – this kind of cell phone has the ability to incorporate Camera, MP3, FM radio etc., which makes this phone an outstanding entertainment gadget in addition to the useful accessory that it is.

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Does your car come with a remote door lock? If so, and you have a cell phone this can come in handy.  If you lock your keys in your car and your extra set of keys is at home, call someone at home using their cellphone with your cellphone.  Hold your cellphone about a foot from the car and have the person at home press the unlock button, holding it near the mobile phone on their end.  The car will unlock.

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112 is the world wide emergency number for mobile phones.  If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile provider and there is an emergency, dial 112 and the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you. And how is this for a plus, this number112 can be dialed even if the keypad is locked.

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The stylish Nokia 6305i for Verizon Wireless is an attractive value for your next phone. Loaded feature-wise, the Nokia 6305i offers a digital camera that takes great print-quality photos and nice video clips, plus high-speed data downloads so you can watch VCAST videos. For everyday activities, theres a built-in speakerphone and advanced voice dialing for true hands-free use. If youre looking for a step-up improvement over your current phone, you can look no further than the Nokia 6305i.

Click here is you want to buy this phone.

Users rate this phone 4 out of 5

Highlights

• Stylish, Contemporary Slider Design
• 1.3 Megapixel Camera Takes Print-quality Photos
• Record and Share Short Video Clips
• Next Generation (EV-DO) Technology Gives You Downloads At Near-Broadband Speeds
• Watch On-demand TV or Listen to Music Via Verizon VCAST
• AOL, Yahoo! and ICQ Instant Messaging Built-in
• Built-in Speakerphone
• Advanced Voice Activated Dialing For True Hands-free Operation

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

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LG Cherry Red Chocolate (Multimedia Phone) The sweet LG Chocolate for Verizon Wireless may make you leave your iPOD at home forever! The LG Chocolate is the first Verizon Wireless phone with a soft-touch keypad, external graphic equalizer, streaming or downloadable music from VCAST, and the capability to transfer music to and from your PC (USB cable required). It also supports streaming stereo music over Bluetooth as well. With a 1.3 Megapixel camera/camcorder and tons more, the Chocolate is perhaps the best music phone available! Click here to buy this phone. Th LG Chocolate has an editor’s rating of 3.5 out of 5 on CNet and a user’s rating of 2.5 out of 5. Highlights Stylish Slider Design With Soft-touch External Controls First Phone To Play Either Downloaded VCAST Music or PC-transferred Music Files Wirelessly Stream Music To A Stereo Bluetooth Headset High-speed Data Downloads Let You Watch TV Or Listen To Streaming Music 1.3 Megapixel Camera Takes Print-quality Photo And Hour-long Video Clips Advanced Voice Dialing Lets Your Operate Your Phone Without Pre-training Huge, Vibrant Color Display Expandable Memory Card Slot To Store Music, Pictures and Videos What’s In The Box With The Phone Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide, 2.5mm Headset Adapter Advanced Features Digital Camera – Yes, 1.3 Megapixels (1280 x 1040 Pixel Resolution Max), Self-timer Function Streaming Multimedia Support – Yes, Get On-demand Streaming TV and Music With VCAST VPAK Add-on Plan Feature MP3 Player – Yes, Store and Play MP3, WMA Files, Transfer From Computer By USB Cable (Sold Separately), Equalizer VCAST Music Player – You Can Download Songs From VCAST Music And Store Them On Your Phone GPS Services Support – Yes, Get Turn-by-turn Directions with VZ Navigator from Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v1.1 Supports HSP, HFP, DUN, A2DP, AVRC, OPP (vCard) Profiles Video Capture / Camcorder – Yes, 176 x 144 Pixel Resolution Max, Up to 1 Hour Length, 3G2 Format Supported Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, You Can Stream Music To Compatible A2DP Bluetooth Stereo Headsets or Stereo Systems Voice-driven Menus – Yes, Advanced Technology Requires No Phone Pre-training Data Capable / Use This Phone As A Modem – Yes, With Bluetooth or USB and Software (Sold Separately) PC Synchronization – Yes, With Bluetooth or USB and Software (Sold Separately) Messaging Features Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Supports TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging Verizon Wireless Mobile Web 2.0 – Yes, WAP 2.0 Browser Built-in Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Supports TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging Email Client – Yes, POP3 Format Supported Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, AOL IM, Yahoo! Messenger Built-in Personalization and Fun Features Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service Pre-loaded Ringtones – Yes MP3 Ringtones – Yes Ringer Profiles – Yes Picture Caller ID – Yes Multiple Languages – Yes Languages Supported – English, Spanish Games – Yes, Download BREW Titles From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable From Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service, Animations Supported Core Features Color Main Display – 240 x 320 Pixels, Over 262,000 Colors Displayed Color – Red Style – Slider Warranty – LG Factory Warranty Voice-activated Dialing – Yes, Advanced Technology Requires No Phone Pre-training To-Do List – Yes Voice Memo – Yes, Up to 1 Minute Length Standard 2.5mm Headset Jack – Yes, With 2.5mm Adapter Included Alarm – Yes Calculator – Yes Calendar – Yes Vibrate – Yes Phonebook Capacity – Up to 500 Contacts Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes, Up to 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses TTY Compatible – Yes M3 Hearing Aid Compatible – Yes, M3 Rated Battery Life Battery Type – Li Ion Talk Time – Up to 210 Minutes Standby Time – Up to 288 Hours Technical Specifications Application Platform – BREW Data Download Speed – EV-DO (Up to 700 Kbps) and 1xRTT (Up to 130 Kbps) Network Compatibility – CDMA 800, 1900 Compatible Carrier – Verizon Wireless Ringtone Types Supported – MIDI, MP3, WMA Predictive Text Entry – Yes, T9 Built-In Memory – 68 MB Available 3G Data Speeds – Yes Expandable Memory Capacity – microSD/TransFlash Card Format Supported Dimensions – 3.8 in x 1.9 in x 0.7 in Weight – 3.5 oz VCAST Enabled – Yes Compatibility Features Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes Device Supports IN Messaging (TXT-PIX-FLIX) – Yes

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