The handset is display screen is 2.4 inches in size and is a TFT display screen which has the capability to display up to 256,000 colour combinations within a pixel screen resolution which is quoted at 320 x 240 pixels, that ensures outstanding quality imagery. The unit also comes with alert options which include the usual elements of vibration and ring alerts, with the ability to utilise MP3 ringtones as standard. Hands-free functionality is provided by virtue of the loudspeaker whilst personal listening capabilities provided by the 3.5 mm jack. One of the key features of the handset is the fact that it offers a QWERTY keyboard which is located underneath the main display screen and provides simple text based data entry.

The unit comes with phone book functionality, which retains information regarding important contacts, whilst also providing photo call capability, in conjunction with the call records feature which enables access to call information. The handset comes with an internal memory capacity of 40 MB, which can be significantly enhance by making use of the available integrated micro-SD card slot which utilises a variety of cards to increase the capacity of the 16 GB.

In terms of connectivity the handset comes with blue tooth and USB options whilst also providing GPRS and EDGE connectivity. Entertainment is provided by an FM radio with RDS, whilst the alternative option of an MP4/MP3 multimedia player is also provided. SMS, MMS and e-mail capability as well as instant messaging are offered as is a WAP 2.0 browser. In addition the handset comes with a 2.0 megapixel snapshot style camera which also record video, whilst also incorporating an organiser, voice memo facility, and the aforementioned dedicated Facebook key.

The Vodafone 555, like the Vodafone 455 offers the consumer an affordable option when it comes to smart phone technology.

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The handsets display screen is 4.3 inches in size and is an LED-backlit-LCD capacitive display screen which not only provides outstanding quality imagery by virtue of the fact that within its 720 x 1280 pixel screen resolution is able to display up to 16 million colour combinations, but also to the fact that it offers touch screen capability. In addition the handset comes with the Sony mobile Bravia engine, as well as offering the time scape user interface and a range of touch sensitive controls of effective navigation around the various functions and features.

The unit comes with an internal capacity of 32 GB, which is sufficiently large to cater for every eventuality. In terms of connectivity the unit comes with high-speed Internet access, with speeds of up to 14.4 Mbps available through its own 3G connection, whilst also offering the opportunity to access the net via Wi Fi hotspots, or alternatively to create its own Wi Fi hotspot. The unit also comes with NFC connectivity, USB and Bluetooth options as well as EDGE and GPRS connections.

The units camera is an impressive 12.0 megapixel camera which operates at a pixel screen resolution is quoted at 4000 x 3000 pixels and comes with a huge array of additional features including touch focus, auto focus, face and smile detection as well as image stabilisation and a 3-D sweep panorama feature. The same camera can also be utilised to record high-quality video a 1080 pixels with the benefits of continuous autofocus and a video stabiliser, whilst a secondary 1.3 megapixel front facing camera also offers the opportunity to record video at 720 pixels and at 30 price per second. The unit also comes with the usual elements of stereo FM radio with RDS, satellite navigation with A-GPS support as well as an MP4/MP3 multimedia player.

The Sony XPERIA S White is a colour option, providing an alternative from the black standard colour. Irrespective of the colour chosen the fact remains the handset will justifiably become a popular choice with the consumer.

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In terms of connectivity the handset provides Internet access by virtue of its own 3G connection which provides the means to access the net at speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps, whilst also providing the alternative option of accessing available hotspots through its Wi Fi connection. The unit comes with an internal memory capacity of 280 MB, which can be supplemented by making use of the available micro-SP card slot which offers the opportunity to utilise relevant cards to increase the capacity up to 16 GB. Additional connectivity is provided by the USB and Bluetooth connection is whilst the handset also provides the usual elements of EDGE and GPRS.

The handsets display screen is 2.6 inches in size and is a TFT display screen which comes with scratch resistant glass for durability purposes. The screen operates at a pixel screen resolution which is quoted at 240 x 320 pixels, whilst offering the opportunity to display up to 16 million colour combinations, providing outstanding quality image display. Hands-free functionality is provided by virtue of a loudspeaker, whilst the standard alert options and ring and vibration are provided, in combination with the ability to utilise MP3 ringtones. The screen also comes with the added bonus of an accelerometer sensor which automates the task of image aspect orientation.

Additional functionality within the unit provides entertainment in the form of a stereo FM radio with RDS, whilst the selection of games which include motion-based games also provides additional entertainment. Multimedia playing capabilities provided by virtue of the MP4/MP3 multimedia player whilst track ID recognition and sensme functionality are included. Social media interactivity is provided by virtue of the Facebook, MySpace and twitter applications whilst satellite navigation is included which comes with A-GPS support. The handset also comes with a 5.0 megapixel camera which also takes effective video at VGA quality.

The Sony Ericsson Hazel J20 Red like the Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo V delivers impressive performance combined with aesthetic appeal.

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The unit display screen is an impressive 5.3 inches in size and is a super AMOLED capacitive display screen which provides touch screen functionality, in conjunction with the ability to display up to 16 million colours within an 800 x 1280 pixel screen resolution. In terms of durability the handset utilises gorilla glass, whilst from a navigation perspective the handset offers the touchwiz user interface combined with touch sensitive controls, providing simple and effective navigation around the various functions and features.

The unit is available in 16 GB and 32 GB versions, with most including a 2 GB card as standard. In addition a micro-SD card style is also provided which offers the opportunity to increase the available memory capacity within a handset to 32 GB. Connectivity is provided by a variety of options which include class 12 versions of EDGE and GPRS, whilst Micro USB and Bluetooth connectivity are also provided. High speed Internet access is provided by 3G connection providing speeds of up to 21 MB, with the alternative option of accessing available hotspots through its Wi Fi connection. In addition the ability to create a Wi Fi hotspot is also provided.

The unit comes with a wide range of additional features which include a stereo FM radio with RDS, an 8.0 megapixel camera which also records video, in addition to a secondary 2.0 megapixel camera. An MP4/MP3 multimedia player is included as its satellite navigation, an organiser, image/video editor as well is a document editor and predictive text input

The Samsung Galaxy Note White is the recent addition to the range, which provides the same useful levels of functionality and technology body in an alternative colour.

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The unit’s display screen is a super AMOLED capacitive display screen which is 4.65 inches in size, and which has an operating pixel screen resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. Within this the handset display screen is able to display up to 16 million colours comfortably, ensuring outstanding quality imagery. For durability the unit comes with an oleophobic coating, which offers a multitude of benefits.

The handset provides high-speed Internet access, with its own 3G connection providing the means to access the net at speeds of up to 21 Mbps, whilst also offering the opportunity of utilising the available Wi Fi option, to either access is available hotspots or alternatively to create its own Wi Fi hotspot. In addition the handset provides Micro USB, Bluetooth and NFC connectivity is also providing EDGE and GPRS options.

In terms of functionality the handset comes with a wide range of options which includes satellite navigation, through its own GPS function, which is aided by the A-GPS support feature whilst also providing a useful 5.0 megapixel camera which operates at a pixel resolution of 2592 x 1944 pixels and includes touch focus, auto focus as well as geo-tagging as well as face detection in conjunction with an LED flash. The same camera can also be utilised to record video at 1080 pixels and at 30 frames per second, whilst a secondary 1.3 megapixel camera offers alternative option whilst also providing the ability to record video at 720 pixels and at 30 frames per second.

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus White is the latest colour option available for this handset, with the alternative being the standard colour of black. Irrespective of the colour chosen the fact remains that this handset provides advanced levels of functionality in a stylish and appealing case.

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The handset comes with a 3.5 inch TFT capacitive display screen which actively displays up to 256,000 colour combinations within a pixel screen resolution is quoted at 480 x 800 pixels. Navigation is provided by virtue of the touch screen, which provides a simple yet effective means of accessing available functionality within a handset. The unit provides alerts in the form of ring and vibration, whilst also offering the ability to utilise MP3 and WAV ringtones, whilst providing hands-free capability in the form of a loudspeaker, in conjunction with a 3.5 mm jack.

The unit’s Internet access is provided by its 3G connection, which is aided by the fact that the alternative option of Wi Fi is also provided. In addition this particular handset provides a facility whereby a Wi Fi hotspot can be generated. Additional connectivity includes the usual elements of blue tooth and Micro USB connectivity whilst also providing EDGE and GPRS connections. The handset also comes with a useful micro-SD card slot which can be utilised to enhance the available memory within the unit from its current internal 512 MB up to a more substantial 16 GB.

In terms of functionality the handset comes with a wide range of additional features which include the GPS function, which provides Effective satellite navigation, which is aided by the inclusion of A-GPS support whilst a stereo FM radio with RDS as well as an MP4/MP3 multimedia player are provided as alternative means of entertainment. The unit also comes with a 5.0 megapixel camera which incorporates geo-tagging, auto focus and an LED flash as well as offering the opportunity to record video, whilst a secondary front facing camera is also provided.

The Orange San Francisco II White is the latest colour option of this handset which previously was only available in black. The unit provides an impressive array of functionality and technology at a cost effective price.

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The handsets display screen is a 3.7 inch AMOLED capacitive display screen which not only displays outstanding quality imagery by virtue of the fact it offers the ability to display up to 16 million colours within a pixel screen resolution is quoted of 480 x 800 pixels, but also from the perspective that it offers effective touch screen functionality enabling simple navigation, which is aided by an array of touch sensitive controls. To aid durability the unit utilises gorilla glass, whilst for image display functionality the unit comes with the Nokia clear black display function.

In terms of connectivity the unit comes with class 33 versions of GPRS and EDGE, combined with the usual elements of Micro USB and Bluetooth connectivity. The handset is internal memory capacity of 16 GB is sufficient for most requirements, whilst the impressive Internet access option provided by the 3G connection, which offers the opportunity to access the net at speeds of up to 14.4 Mbps, whilst the alternative also exists of accessing available hotspots through its Wi Fi connection.

The handset comes with a wide range of additional functions of features which include an 8.0 megapixel camera that operates at 3264 x 2448 pixels and includes Carl Zeiss optics as well as auto focus functionality in combination with a dual LED flash. The same camera can also be utilised to record high-quality video at 720 pixels and at 30 frames per second. The handset also comes with a stereo FM radio which has RDS functionality, satellite navigation which comes with A-GPS support as well as an MP4/MP3 multimedia player

The Nokia Lumia 800 White is the latest addition, which offers an alternative colour option of this extremely popular handset.

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The unit comes with a 2.8 TFT touch screen which delivers impressive imagery by virtue of the fact that it displays up to 256,000 colour combinations within a 240 x 320 pixel screen resolution. The touch screen provides effective navigation around the various functions and features whilst the unit also provides ring and vibration alert options with the capability of utilising MP3 ringtones. Hands-free functionality is provided by virtue of a loudspeaker whilst a 3.5 mm jack is also offered as standard. The unit comes with a phone book which retains relevant information and also provides photo call functionality, whilst its call records feature offers the opportunity to retain and review information regarding calls that have been dialled, missed and made.

In terms of connectivity the handset comes with a multitude of options which include GPRS and EDGE, as well as blue tooth and USB connectivity, whilst also offering Internet access by virtue of the Wi Fi option, allowing the user to access available hotspots with ease. The handsets internal memory capacity of 60 MB, can be significantly increased by making use of the integrated micro-SD card slot which enables the user to utilise relevant cards to increase the capacity of to 16 GB.

Additional functionality incorporated within the handset includes a 2.0 megapixel snapshot style camera which operates at 1600 x 1200 pixels and includes the opportunity to record video as an alternative to still imagery. Live broadcasts can be accessed by virtue of the FM radio whilst a selection of games is included as is the option of downloading additional games. The aforementioned social networking integration feature provides access whilst on the move, whilst an MP4/MP3 multimedia player enables the playing of a variety of file formats.

The LG T505, like the LG Optimus Sol, offers the consumer an impressive level of functionality at a price which is eminently affordable.

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The handset comes with a 3.5 inch TFT capacitive display screen which provides outstanding quality imagery by virtue of the fact that it displays 256,000 colour combinations within a 320 x 480 pixel screen resolution. In terms of navigation the display screen provides touch screen functionality whilst also offering a range of touch sensitive controls for simple yet effective navigation around the various functions and features. The unit comes with vibration and ring alert options with the capability of utilising MP3 ringtones whilst also offering hands-free functionality, by virtue of its loudspeaker, whilst also retaining the option of a 3.5 mm Jack.

Connectivity is provided in a multitude of ways by virtue of its blue tooth and Micro USB connectivity which is provided with NFC options in addition to the EDGE and GPRS connections. The unit comes with an internal memory capacity 160 MB, however this can be significantly enhanced by making use of the available micro-SD card slot which offers the option of utilising cards to increase the capacity up to 32 GB. Satellite navigation is provided which comes with A-GPS support.

Additional functionality within the unit includes a 3.15 megapixel camera that operates at 2048 x 1536 pixels and include geo-tagging as standard in addition to offering VGA quality video recording. In terms of entertainment the unit comes with an MP4/MP3 multimedia player as well as a document viewer, photo viewer/editor, organiser as well as predictive text input and a variety of Google related functions and features.

The Huawei U8650 Sonic, which in many ways bears a resemblance to the popular Huawei Blaze, delivers performance, and aesthetic appeal and style in abundance, whilst retaining an affordable price.

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The handset comes with a 2.8 inch TFT resistive display screen which provides touch screen functionality enabling simple navigation around the various functions and features, whilst also offering a pixel screen resolution that is quoted at 240 x 320 pixels, within which it displays up to 256,000 colours, ensuring outstanding quality imagery is displayed. The unit comes with ring and vibration alert options with the ability to utilise MP3 ringtones whilst also offering hands free functionality by virtue of its loudspeaker whilst a 3.5 mm jack is also provided for personal listening options.

As you would expect the unit comes with a phone book, which also provides photo call capability whilst the relevant call records feature provides the opportunity to access information regarding calls that have been made, received and dialled. In terms of connectivity the unit comes with blue tooth and mini USB connections whilst also providing a class 10 version of GPRS.

SMS, MMS and e-mail capability are provided as is a WAP 2.0 browser, whilst the unit also incorporates an FM radio for access to live broadcasts and a selection of games, offering alternative means of entertainment. A 1.3 megapixel camera offers snapshot style imagery and operates at 1280 x 1024 pixels whilst also offering the opportunity to record video as an alternative to still imagery. Multimedia playing capability is provided by virtue of its MP3/MP4 player whilst the unit also incorporates an organiser as well as predictive text input capability.

The Huawei G7010 White is one of the colour options available of this handset which delivers impressive levels of technology at an affordable price.

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