Phones Buying Guide

Primary Considerations

Before You Buy a Phone

Operating System

The Operating System is an integral software that manages the functionality of the phone and how different programs operate the phone’s hardware. The most common Operating Systems are:

iOS: Apple's iOS comes in a relatively expensive range of phones which offer up-to-date firmware, an easy to use interface and a secure user experience.
iOS
Android OS: Designed by Google on an opens source software, Android can also be found in an inexpensive range of phones unlike iOS and it offers a variety of customization options to users and developers as well.
Android OS

Screen Size

A Bigger screen size is preferred by users because they allow phones to be more user interactive, easier to navigate through and more fun to play games on, however, smaller screen sized phones are pocket-friendly and do not bulge out. Phones that have a 6 inch plus screen size are considered to be Phablets.

4-4.9" inches
Small to mid-ranged screen size providing optimum touching capacity and display.

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5-5.9" inches
Mid-ranged to large screen size, enhancing user experience with display.

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6" +inches
Perfect choice for users who prefer playing games, watching videos and using multi media.

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Processors

A phone's responsiveness and performance depends on its processor. It's capacity can be gauged by the number of cores it possesses.

Dual Core:
Phones having 2 processor cores in their CPU. Can manage a certain number of tasks, but not too excessively.

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Quad Core:
Phones having 4 processor cores in their CPU. Can outperform Dual Core Systems, but cannot match Hexa-Core or Octa-Cores.

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Octa Core:
Phones having 8 processor cores in their CPU. 8 cores can handle more tasks and don't have a huge impact on battery life.

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RAM

RAM holds data when multitasking and a good amount of RAM is crucial for processors to manage functionality. The popular specifications include:

2 GB:
Very limited processing capabilities and lags if a multiple tasks are managed on it.

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3 GB:
Ideal for smartphones that aren't needed for a lot of multitasking and prefer basic functions like texting, calling, using the navigation tools.

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4 GB:
Easy handling of multiple processes and tasks of a phone without lagging.

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6 GB:
Faster, more responsive and able to manage a lot more applications, tasks and processes, without facing glitches or lags.

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Internal Storage

Internal storage determines how much data can be stored on the phone without consuming external storage.

16 GB:
Average spaced internal memory adequate for basic tasks on phone.

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32 GB:
Most common space size in smartphones for nominal usage.

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64 GB:
Above average storage capacity present in new models.

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128 GB:
Standard memory capacity in most top tier phones.

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Phones Types

Smartphones

A Smartphone is a hand-held computer with a mobile operating system integrated with wireless cellular network connection for voice calling, text messaging and mobile data . Features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, along with access to multiple applications and software is managed through touch screen interface on a brightly lit screen.

Modern Day Smartphone has amalgamated the need for a telephone, a camera, a camcorder, a media player, GPS navigation, calendar, organizer, etc. New age operating systems provide virtual assistants such as Samsung Bixby, Apple Siri, Amazon Alexa & Microsoft Cortana to help users in their day to day tasks.

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Feature Phones

Feature phones are standard phones that have very basic features like voice calling and text messaging. They work on the same standard software and lack the abilities of a smartphone. Basic multimedia and internet connectivity depends on the user's GSM Service Provider.

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Smartphones

A Smartphone is a hand-held computer with a mobile operating system integrated with wireless cellular network connection for voice calling, text messaging and mobile data . Features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, along with access to multiple applications and software is managed through touch screen interface on a brightly lit screen.

Modern Day Smartphone has amalgamated the need for a telephone, a camera, a camcorder, a media player, GPS navigation, calendar, organizer, etc. New age operating systems provide virtual assistants such as Samsung Bixby, Apple Siri, Amazon Alexa & Microsoft Cortana to help users in their day to day tasks.

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Feature Phones

Feature phones are standard phones that have very basic features like voice calling and text messaging. They work on the same standard software and lack the abilities of a smartphone. Basic multimedia and internet connectivity depends on the user's GSM Service Provider.

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Smartphone Features & Options

Camera

Primary Camera

The back facing camera of your phone is called the Primary Camera. Most phones nowadays have dual cameras on the back that have replaced the Point and Shoot for most purposes.

Less than 8 mp More than 8 mp Dual Camera

Secondary Camera

Front facing camera above the screen is called the Secondary Camera. Ever since the popularity of Selfie, the front camera's specifications are really looked upon when purchasing a phone.

Less than 5 mp More than 5 mp

Hybrid Sim Slot

Dual Sim

Choosing a phone that supports two sims will allow you to use two GSM networks at the same device. This saves the hassle of carrying two phones and helps manage contact much more easier.

Dual Sim

Expandable Memory

Expandable or External Memory is the option of adding a SD card to your smartphone.
It stays relevant regardless of the capacity of internal memory.

Memory Card

Other Features

Battery Life

The battery's capacity, represented by mAh, determines how long your phone stays on, till it needs another charge.

3000 mAh 4000 mAh + 3000 to 4000 mAh

Fingerprint Scanners

Fingerprint scanners read the users fingerprint to maximize data privacy and security. Phones have sleek and well placed scanners and sensors for seamless access to phones and security management.

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