Top ten signs you are a cell phone addict
10) You read the Tech News daily in hopes that Bluetooth implants will soon be available.
9) You name your phones and bury them in your own little cell phone graveyard when they die.
8) You plan your driving routes, where you live and where your work around dead spots.
7) Your first question on a first date is, “Who is your cell phone provider?” Depending on the answer, there may or may not be a second date.
6) You can send a text message behind your back with your left hand while taking a geometry test with 98.7% accuracy….and still get a B+ on the test.
5) You occasionally hear your phone ringing even when it isn’t (also known as phantom ringing).
4) When you leave your cell phone at home, it's a major emergency that requires you to turn around and endure an hour of extra rush hour traffic to retrieve it.
3) You think that ringback tones are “dope” and are willing to spend money for someone else’s listening pleasure.
2) You answer the phone while in the restroom and then pull your sleeve over the phone to buffer the ‘bathroom echo’ that occurs while talking in the restroom.1) You just asked yourself, “does pulling your sleeve over the phonereally work?
Smartphone Reviews 2008Listed in order of rating |
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AT&T 8525 |
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T-Mobile Wing |
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Palm Treo 750 |
| #4 | T-Mobile Dash |
| #5 | iPhone |
| #6 | Samsung Blackjack |
| #7 | Blackberry Curve |
| #8 | Blackberry 8800 |
| #9 | Blackberry Pearl |
| #10 | Sprint Mogul |
Music Cell Phone Reviews 2008Listed in order of rating |
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Apple iPhone |
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Sony Ericsson Walkman |
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LG CU500v |
| #4 | Helio Ocean |
| #5 | Samsung Upstage |
| #6 | LG Chocolate |
| #7 | Motorola KRZR K1 |
| #8 | Samsung SYNC |
| #9 | Nokia 5300 XpressMusic |
| #10 | T-Mobile Sidekick |
Multimedia Cell Phone Reviews 2008Listed in order of rating |
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Nokia N95 |
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T-Mobile Wing |
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Apple iPhone |
| #4 | Nokia N80ie |
| #5 | Samsung Blackjack |
| #6 | Blackberry Curve |
| #7 | Blackberry Pearl |
| #8 | LG VX9400 |
| #9 | Helio Ocean |
| #10 | Motorola Q |
Cell Phone Providers Reviews 2008Listed in order of rating |
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Sprint Together with Nextel |
| #4 | T-Mobile |
| #5 | Qwest |
| #6 | Alltel |
| #7 | Cellular One |
| #8 | PowerNet Mobile |
| #9 | Liberty Wireless |
| #10 | Cricket |
he Top Ten Cell Phone Ringtones
By Cristopher Fowers
10. Candy Shop - 50 Cent
This hit from 50 Cent will be on all of the top ringtone lists this year and can be purchased for $2.99. It's available in realtone and polyphonic tone formats on Mixxer, RingToneJukeBox and Jamster.
9. Spongebob Squarepants Theme (Movie Version)
Against all odds, Spongebob Squarepants has become a world-renowned cartoon and one of Hollywood's power figures-so, why not a Ringtone? This realtone ringtone is available on Mixxer.
8. Laffy Taffy - D4L
The accompaniment to this Hip Hop song sounds like it was meant to be a ringtone. It has both the realtone and polytone renditions and is available on Mixxer, RingToneJukeBox and Jamster.
7. Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
There are many renderings of "Sweet Home Alabama" in polytones format, but none seem to do Lynyrd Skynyrd justice. The realtone is available on Jamster-accept no imitations.
6. Super Mario Brothers (Theme)
Despite the introduction of the Game Cube, Playstation and X-Box, there's something about the classics. And it doesn't get anymore classic than Super Mario Brothers when it comes to video games. There are many versions of this polytone, preview them on Mixxer and RingToneJukeBox.
5. Anything From Paramount's “Tommy Boy”
Absolutely hilarious-everyone within earshot of your phone will laugh, or at least crack a smile, when your phone rings. RingToneJukeBox provides the audio from all of your favorite “Tommy Boy” scenes including “you're a naughty pet .,” “here comes the meat wagon ...” and “they have a thin candy shell .”
4. Halloween (Movie Theme)
Nothing puts the spook in Halloween like a scary tone. You'll find the bloodcurdling sounds of the hypnotizing beat and deep organ of the theme song from “Halloween” on RingToneJukeBox.
3. Lovers and Friends - Lil Jon & The Eastside Boyz Featuring Usher and Ludacris
The smooth sound of this realtone, R&B bestseller can be found on RingToneJukeBox and Jamster.
2. Exorcist Theme (Tubular Bells)
This mystifying polyphonic tone combines synthesized base, a bell melody and piano chords to create a braid of chills. You'll find it on Jamster.
1. Mission Impossible (Movie Theme)
Though there are as many ringtone versions of this popular tune as there are Mission Impossible movies, by far the best one is by Dream Theater found on Mixxer. A close to normal rrrrring leads into a tune with deep-base rhythm and trumpet-like melody that will bring the secret agent out in you.
Read comprehensive reviews on the top ringtone download services including Mixxer, RingToneJukeBox and Jamster on TopTenREVIEWS.
Top 10 Cell Phones
These are the best standard cell phones today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.
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Design: Slide
Carrier: T-Mobile OS Supported: Proprietary Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 10:00 Price When Reviewed: $130 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: This well-designed multimedia phone focuses on user satisfaction, though its keys are a bit sticky.
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Design: Clamshell
Carrier: Verizon OS Supported: Brew Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 5:05 Price When Reviewed: $130 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: The enV isn't the slimmest cell phone around, but it offers excellent messaging features and great multimedia options.
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Design: Clamshell
Carrier: Verizon OS Supported: Proprietary Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 4:46 Price When Reviewed: $130 Vendor's Web Site
Bottom Line: This phone features an innovative dual-hinge clamshell design with a QWERTY keyboard that makes for easy typing.
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Design: Slide
Carrier: T-Mobile OS Supported: Nokia Series 40 Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 5:06 Price When Reviewed: $100 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: This handset offers excellent music playback features and works well as a phone, too.
(Last Rated: February 06, 2008) Full Review • Test Report |
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Design: Slide
Carrier: Helio OS Supported: Proprietary Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 5:05 Price When Reviewed: $199 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: With an innovative design and great features, the Ocean would be a favorite if it had better call quality.
(Last Rated: February 06, 2008) Full Review • Test Report |
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Design: Slide
Carrier: Helio Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 4:25 Price When Reviewed: $150 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: Has lots of features and an attractive design, but terrible controls.
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Design: Candy bar
Carrier: Sprint Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 7:43 Price When Reviewed: $150 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: This phone features an excellent music player and a unique--if ultimately impractical--two-sided design.
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Design: Slide
Carrier: Verizon Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 5:12 Price When Reviewed: $130 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: This mild revision to the popular LG Chocolate phone has plenty of multimedia options.
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Design: Clamshell
Carrier: T-Mobile OS Supported: Proprietary Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 6:34 Price When Reviewed: $30 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: Though this phone has a plain design, it offers a good set of features at a very fair price.
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Design: Candy bar
Carrier: Unlocked OS Supported: Windows Mobile Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 10:00 Price When Reviewed: $599 Check latest prices
Bottom Line: The P527 is loaded with features, including extensive GPS options, but it's far too slow for even casual users. (Last Rated: April 11, 2008) Full Review • Test Report | ||
