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