Which cell phone should I buy?
Christine and I are in the market for new cell phones. Our Nokia phones are just too bulky for slipping in a pocket. Here is a bulleted list of requirements:
- Good coverage in Seattle and Union Hill. Not being able to get calls at home would be a non-starter.
- Quality sound. It shouldn’t sound like I’m talking in a wind tunnel or through a paper bag.
- Excellent battery life.
- Pocketsize with good ergonomics. We’re not looking for the smallest phone but just want that’s easy to use and fits in a pocket or purse.
- Hands free system for car. Ideally we could reuse the existing hands free system we have from Nokia and just get a new cradle.
- Reasonably priced monthly plans. We’re with AT&T OneRate now and it’s definitely not the cheapest rate out there.
- Address book. I use the address book feature on the Nokia to store common phone numbers.
- Bonus: plays games
- Bonus: productivity apps
For the Seattle area, what is the best protocol: TDMA, Sprint PCS, CDMA,….? Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated. If you “love” you phone send me email: stevebu@bushchang.com.