Pick a Smartphone

With so many so-called smart phones on the market, it can be difficult to choose the one that will best serve your needs. Each comes with its own set of features and applications that fulfill a number of tasks. Research all options before you buy to ensure that you are getting the most for your money.



1. Determine the smart phones that are available on your service provider's network. Not all phones are compatible with every service. For example, Android Smart Phones are available only to Verizon Wireless customers.

2. Choose the features that matter most to you. If this phone is to be used for business purposes, a phone with a large memory space for storing contact information would be important. Users who are buying the phone for personal needs may want social-networking applications or video-camera features on their smart phones.

3. Check the prices of the available phones on the market. Some providers offer discounts if you purchase a smart phone when you renew your contract. Others may offer rebates to longtime customers. Pick the phone that best fits your needs and your budget.

4. Ensure that you have the correct service plan to match the needs of your new smart phone. For example, Verizon requires its BlackBerry customers to have a BlackBerry data plan, which is different from the standard data plan of other phones.