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As cell phones have become more affordable and sophisticated, many people are completely abandoning their home land lines for the convenience of a mobile phone that they can carry anywhere they go.

In Europe they are widely known as mobile phones. In the US the devices are named for the local cellular network that powers communication in a given area, otherwise known as cells.

Over the past 5 years, there's been big money in capturing the ears and eyes of mobile-hungry consumers. Most notably, such computer giants as Apple and Google are also getting in on the game with 'smartphones'.

Smartphones are differentiated from cell phones in that that carry a full operating system that effectively acts like a personal home computer complete with mini keyboard. Text messaging, video chat, taking and sending photos, watching videos, listening to music, playing java based games and accessing the Web are just a few of the functions of today's smartphones.

With the newest geo-targeting, you can even find directions to a party or store or business appointment by using your phone. Most business people and students won't be caught without a mobile phone or smartphone ...with an extra battery, just in case.

Have a look at all the latest products, related gizmos, ringtones and free downloads together with sites that specialize in news, reviews and buying guides to help you find the cell, mobile phone or smartphone that fits your needs ...

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More information about cell phones & smartphones around the Web:

ZDNet Reviews: Smartphones - The inside scoop with reviews of the latest smartphones by manufacturer, feature articles on the latest apps, and predicitons of new smartphones coming down the production line..

Dooyoo? Mobile Phones - U.K. site searchable by phone type, manufacturer, price and several other options, and offering reviews and price comparisons.

Epinions: Cellular Phones - Consumer-generated reviews, buying tips and advice, reviews and ratings, price information, Top Ten list.

CNet Mobile Electronics - Reviews of the latest cell phones including feature articles, and a directory searchable by category including cell phones, smartphones and cordless, accessories, plus check out The Cell Phone Zone for free downloadable games, ringtones and images

Mobiledia - Cellular Phone Resource Center- News, forums, reviews and featuring free downloadable screensavers, pictures and ring tones for your mobile phone.

HowardChui.com - The complete cell phone & smartphone community site with a very popular forum plus in-depth reviews, buying guides and related resources.

Phone Scoop - What's new and cool, breaking news, forum, feature articles, listings of carriers, phone finder, glossary and related links.

PhoneArena.com- News, reviews and feature articles, forum, an extensive index of related terminology and a fully searchable 'Extras' category for downloadable freeware, manuals and ringtones.

iMobile.com.auPhone Reviews - The Web magazine Down Under featuring news, articles, reviews, Top Five list, price and buying guides, listings of service providers, manufacturers and service centers, free downloads and a related glossary of terms.

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