Expert tips on choosing the right phone for you

My name is James P DeVellis. I’ve had a love affair with technology for most of my life. I’ve kept track of all the mobile phones and smartphones I’ve owned throughout the years, and I’ve written reviews for most of them.

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 However, when I get to talk to my friends, especially those who plan to buy new smartphones, I’m astounded by the fact that they have no idea what to get. Some of them even confess to regretting their purchases.

Because of this, I’ve put together a few questions you should ask yourself when deciding to buy a smartphone. Think of it as a guide of sorts.

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Question #1: Do I really need a new phone?

This question is often overlooked because people prioritize wants over needs. Smartphones, especially the good ones, aren’t cheap and if you’re going to invest in them, make sure you need it and your old one is no longer serving your needs.

Question #2: What do I need from a phone?

A more obvious question than the first one, this question makes you think of the phone’s functionality. How will it help you in your daily life? Aside from calling and texting and going online, what else do you need from a phone?

Question #3: How much am I willing to spend?

Set a budget well within your means. This is a James P DeVellis rule of thumb. Don’t go overboard because just like any piece of technology, new smartphone models come out every few months or so. A lot of my friends who’ve regretted their purchase do so because they feel they spent too much.

James P. DeVellis is an IT consultant who reviews gadgets and likes to share tech-related news. He uses his willingness to test run programs, platforms, and gadgets by reviewing them in his own tech blog. To read more articles like this, visit this page . 

Our favorite era defining mobile phones

Countless mobile phones have come and gone, but a chosen few have stayed in our hearts and minds out of fondness and nostalgia. Probably because we’ve gone through the best and worst of times with these phones at our side, or maybe because we’ve been amazed by what they were capable of – for whatever the reason, these phones have been a huge part of history. Here are some of the most iconic mobile phones ever. 

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Motorola RAZR V8 Motorola (arguably) owes its success to the RAZR V8. This pioneer of slim phones turned out to be a consumer-favorite. It was a cinch to take along, and as a testament to its iconic status, the company has made money off phones with its design for years. 

Nokia 3310 Who didn’t own a Nokia 3310 and think it was cool? The 3310 is one of those products that was impossible to hate. The only criticism about it was that some people considered its bulkiness tacky. But again, that’s part of its appeal – kind of like a bulldog. It not pretty to look at, but it get your heart. Also, it’s tough as Thor’s hammer. 

Apple iPhone 3G Though iPhones were never a bust, it was the 3G model that captured people’s attention on a global scale. It made iPhones user-friendly, and revolutionized smart phones by bringing in apps through the App Store. 

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Hello! I’m James P. DeVellis. I love talking and writing about the latest technology. Subscribe to this Facebook to get more IT tips and advice.