MAIN Technology Cell Phones & Smartphones

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.

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.

Over the past 10 years, there's been big money in capturing the ears and eyes of mobile-hungry consumers. Online giants such as Apple and Google have gotten into the game with smartphones that are marketed as "personal assitants" in fulfilling voice commands -- with almost instantaenous answers to questions like "Where's the nearest pizza shop?" to "Call Mom."

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 ...

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.

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.

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.