The Phone Lounge

Nokia released the most number of phones each year, introducing several new models almost every month. Not all of those handsets being introduced over the past couple of years were successful, but that didn’t stop Nokia from releasing new models for specific target markets. One of the most renowned Nokia handset of all time is of course the Nokia N95. This particular phone literally revolutionizes the mobile phone industry, upping the game to a completely new level.

When first introduced, Nokia N95 came with 4 GB or 8GB internal storage, support for 3G data connectivity, 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, Tessar lens, autofocus, flash, and no less than 20x digital zoom, and built-in GPS navigation. The handset also has a lot of connectivity ports, one of the most complete so far, including Bluetooth 2.0, USB 2.0, Infrared, TV-Out, Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g), and 3.5 mm stereo headphone plug.

The handset was a huge success for sure. A lot of Nokia customers love the revolutionary two-way slide design, while mobile phone enthusiasts were dazzled by the number of features this compact handset has. Nokia will always be Nokia, and they answer N95’s success by releasing Nokia N95 Music Edition, this time with larger internal memory and cooler black exterior finish.

The Nokia N95 is still considered one of the best handsets to get in today’s modern world. A lot of all-round handsets you see today are inspired by NokiaN95’s staggering features and amazing design. This is a legendary phone worth considering for sure.

Touchscreen phones are highly popular these days. After Apple introduced their iPhone, almost all manufacturers are trying hard to improve their touchscreen interfaces and supporting software to be the best. HTC is definitely known for releasing some of the best touchscreen-based phones with tons of functionalities, and the HTC Legend is no different at all.

Introduced in late February 2010, HTC Legend is one of the latest Android phones officially released. After the success of HTC Desire, a lot of people are anticipating the release of Legend indeed. The wait is not for nothing at all, because HTC filled Legend with spectacular features all packed in one sleek and compact handset design.

The HTC Legend runs Android’s latest operating system, Android 2.1. From all Android versions, this particular version is showing the most developments in terms of stability and compatibility. This is extremely usefuk, especially with Android application market rapidly developing. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of apps that you can add to the handset already and more are being released on a daily basis.

The handset’s 3.2 inches AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with pinch-to-zoom and auto-rotate capabilities displays 320 x 480 pixels of user interface. HTC’s superb GUI design has been their strongest suit for years, and the one implemented in HTC Legend is even better. It also has 5 megapixel camera with autofocus and flash and superb choices of connectivity ports including Bluetooth 2.1 with Enhanced Data Rate, mini-USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, and of course a 3.5mm audio jack.

If you love how Nokia N97 look and the features it offers, but you don’t want to pay for the pricey handset, the Nokia 5230 is probably the right handset for you. The exterior design of this particular Nokia handset is very similar to that of Nokia N97, sans the slide-out keyboard. It is also a touchscreen phone, equipped with the latest Symbian S60 5th Edition operating system and all the functions that you will find in Nokia N97.

Nokia 5230 is designed as an entry-level phone, so you can’t expect premium features such as 3G connectivity or Wi-Fi to be present, but the phone is still more than enough for basic users. The multimedia capabilities are simply amazing, with Nokia’s signature multimedia player (Nokia Ovi Player) managing and playing all your media files. You can add a microSD card of up to 16 GB as an addition to the handset’s 70 MB internal memory; storing your multimedia files and viewing them on the go wouldn’t be a problem at all.

The 16.7 million colors, 640 x 360 pixels, 3.2 inches, touchscreen with automatic display rotation and proximity sensor will make accessing functions and viewing videos as well as browsing the internet a lot easier to do. You will also be able to access all the handset’s features easily thanks to Nokia’s intuitive user interface. The touchscreen interface is also very fluid and easy to use, making this phone one of the best entry-level touchscreen phone available today; it is simply packed with features.

When Samsung released the Samsung i8510 back in 2008, a lot of mobile phone critiques and enthusiasts were startled. It is an amazing phone for sure, with a lot of superb features and a whopping 8 megapixel camera with amazing quality. It was the best phone at the time, costing nearly as much as a laptop and purchased by hundreds of thousands of mobile phone users almost in an instant. Still, it was two years ago. Can Samsung i8510 defends its reputation against the latest phones?

The answer is definitely YES. The 8 megapixel camera with 9x digital zoom, autofocus, and dual LED flash is still one of the best there is. Most phones released nowadays are equipped with 3.2 or 5 megapixel camera, so Samsung i8510 is still one of the best for sure. The Symbian 60 operating system, the same one used by Nokia for their N95 handsets, may not be the latest, but it still supports user with tons of features – the number of third-party apps available is also amazing, allowing you to add any functionality you need to the phone.

The Samsung i8510 comes with support for 3G data connection; it also has a secondary video call camera on the front side of the phone. The multimedia capabilities of this phone is also amazing, with support for multiple multimedia file formats and 3D Surround Sound System for maximum experiences. Let’s not forget that this phone is also equipped with built-in GPS and 8 GB internal memory.

Sony Ericsson seems to be superbly serious about regaining their throne as top mobile phone makers. After some series of amazing handsets earlier last year, they are continuing their streak with Sony Ericsson C903, a compact phone with more features than you can imagine. If you are looking for a good all-round phone that can help you with most things, this is definitely the handset you should be getting.

Sony Ericsson handsets, especially the C or Cybershot series, are famous for their magnificent camera capabilities. The C903 is no different, offering 5 megapixel camera with LED flash, autofocus, face detection, BestPic, image stabilizer, 16x digital zoom and geo-tagging. If you can’t take superb – crisp and very vivid – pictures with this particular handset, then I’m afraid it is your photography skills that need fixing.

262,144-colour, 240 x 320 pixels, TFT display with auto rotation makes viewing images, videos, or simply accessing the handset’s menu very easy to do. The screen may not be the biggest there is, but it is more than enough for most users. You can set the phone to display larger text if you are having difficulties, making this phone even more accessible.

When this phone was first released, there are reliability issues surrounding it. Sony Ericsson quickly released a firmware update, improving reliability of this phone greatly and turning this handset into one phone you should really consider getting for sure. With 3G data connectivity and sleek exterior design, what more can you ask from a phone?

There are several models of Samsung Genio, each offering unique traits and several common features. In this part, we are going to take a look at Samsung Genio Touch, a touch-screen based phone designed for entry-level users. There are several features that make this phone worth considering for sure. Let’s go through them, shall we?

The touchscreen interface used in Samsung Genio Touch is slightly improved when compared to the one used in Samsung Tocco. It has a smoother finish, allowing your fingers to glide across the screen and access features swiftly. Those of you who love sending text messages, using IMs, or sending emails don’t have to worry at all, because the on-screen keyboard is very easy to use.

Several other features including 2 megapixel camera with 2x digital zoom and video recording capability, stereo FM radio, and MicroSD memory card slot supporting cards of up to 8 GB are pretty basic, but this phone is created to be an entry-level phone after all. No Wi-Fi or 3G connectivity, but you will certainly appreciate the superbly affordable price tag.

If you are getting the phone with a contract, you should be able to get this Samsung Genio Touch for free. It will be the best deal to get, especially because this handset can help you do a lot of things while you are mobile. Accessing websites or connecting with friends and relatives through Facebook or Twitter couldn’t be any easier thanks to Genio Touch’s widgets, and the EDGE data support will certainly make accessing the net a lot easier to do.