5 TIPS FOR BUYING CELL PHONE

Many people become very frustrated when it comes to replacing their cell phone with all the models on offer; buyers are bombarded by new models that have an ever increasing range of 'must have' functions. Education is the key to successfully buying or arranging a contract; there are some important but basic facts, which every buyer should know, in this article.

Many people use up every last drop of energy before they recharge and this really is to be avoided. The result of this being done constantly means you may find yourself buying a new cell phone battery prematurely as your existing one is no longer holding a charge.

Some cell phones have an automatic back light facility which only comes on when buttons are pressed which saves unnecessary power drain from your battery. If your phone does not have this function, turn the back light off when you are not using the phone or turn down the brightness if this cannot be done. The biggest drain on the cell phone battery is when it is trying to receive a signal and a full charge can fade completely overnight even though it is not being used just because it cannot find a signal so if this is the case, turn it off. The more you talk, the quicker the battery will drain; this is also true for times your cell phone is connected to the Internet, downloading games or playing music for example.

Remember, when downloading Web features, games, ring tones, wallpaper, and screen savers, be sure there are no recurring fees because some companies may not state it upfront but often these features have recurring monthly fees. Many children have run up huge debts with this facility without knowing so parents should ensure they have control over this feature.

When buying a cell phone with a one or two year contract or pay-per use agreement, be sure to read the fine print and consider how many minutes you plan to use each month. The price for each type of contract needs to be looked at carefully but as a general rule the more often you use the phone the more sensible a long term contract will be. Many features are specific to certain plans so you will need to think about how you intend to use the phone to have the best features you require as part of your contract.

Some plans do not include roaming charges which is something to consider if you travel a great deal as it could dramatically increase the cost. Some companies will replace your phone if it breaks or is lost or stolen so consider the insurance warranty before buying because they are typically carried around everywhere; which means they can easily get broken or damaged and a warranty will give you peace of mind.

You also want to make sure that the parts and accessories are easily obtained from any regular cell phone store, even if you purchase the phone from an Internet based company.