14/10/2014
How to Choose an Android Phone if you are new on smart phones
1.Decide between a multi-touch display, a traditional physical QWERTY keyboard, or a hybrid; this will greatly narrow down your search.
2.Decide on the size and quality of the screen. Four inches has become the norm for multi-touch screens on smartphones, though they can go as big as five inches and as small as three. If you plan on watching HD video, 1280 x 720 (720p), is ideal. Any lower than that and the screen will be more pixelated and worse. Avoid lower than 320 x 480 resolution.
3.Choosing a phone with the technology you require is key. For example, if you would like to take high quality pictures, a device with a high mega-pixel camera is ideal. Likewise, if you’d like to use specific third-party peripherals, Bluetooth technology or integrated ports may be necessary.
4.Consider the memory capacity. Those that want to store music, videos, photos, and other files on their device will require higher internal memory storage or the ability to add expandable memory storage.
5.Consider the CPU (or processor) that the phone runs on. This is very important, as a higher CPU operating frequency allows you to do heavier multitasking and assures quicker global phone responsiveness and operation. A Quad Core processor is the fastest currently available. It is ideal if you plan to play games with amazing graphics. If you are on a budget but still want to use your phone for games, a Dual Core smartphone is also good. Unless you are only using the phone for the bare essentials, your Android performance will be hindered by any processor less than 1Ghz Single Core.
6.Pick a device that supports what most carriers refer to as “multitasking”. This refers to the ability to use voice and data simultaneously. This is necessary to take advantage of the Android operating system’s full capabilities.
7.Select a phone that meets your requirements in terms of weight and size. Android devices come in various sizes, ranging from tall, slender touch screens, to more compact designs. Selecting a device with a larger display will sacrifice portability and vise versa.
8.Compare the battery talk time and standby stats. For those that are using their device for work or other situations where a long lasting battery is key, this will be a major consideration when comparing devices.
9.Selecting a device that is capable of handling 4G technology is necessary to take advantage of 4G networks, which all carriers will be moving to soon. If you purchase a device that is only 3G-capable, you will not be able to benefit from the faster 4G networks once they become available.
