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Before You Buy Unlocked Cell Phones or Smartphones: What You Need to Know

You may have heard people talk about unlocked cell phones or smartphones. But maybe you're not sure exactly what that means, or why you might want an unlocked cell phone. Here's what you need to know about buying an unlocked cell phone.

Before You Buy: Which Operating System Works for Your Smartphone?

Some smartphones are smarter than others. The capabilities of any phone are largely determined by its operating system, which is the platform on which all of its software applications run. Here's an overview of two of the most popular smartphone operating systems: Palm OS and Windows Mobile.

Before You Buy a BlackBerry Smartphone

Interested in a BlackBerry smartphone? You've made a wise choice: BlackBerry's phones offer some of the best messaging features around. And many of them are good-looking devices with some fun extras, like music players and built-in cameras. Here's what you need to know before buying a BlackBerry.