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It cannot be denied that status is everything in this modern age. Besides the housing and jewelry, technological device is also thing that can symbolize person’s status. One of technological gadget that becomes a status symbol is Apple iPhone. It becomes necessary by the social perception pressure. This device has become must-have on behalf of reputation though it may not exactly be compulsary.

When talking about Apple iPhone first began to circulate all over the technological world, it was nominated as one of the biggest must-haves of 2007. When it became a reality, once Apple set a release date, it was already sold-out. From pre-orders and online sales to on-sight, the first shipment of iPhones was gone before anyone had the opportunity to discern or decide whether it was worth the hundreds of dollars or not.

In any case, there is a doubt whether Apple iPhone value as its price tag or it just another achievement for its marketing and advertising. Only time that can answer. Thus far, Apple iPhone has been met with mixed reviews, though some consumers live and die by the device.

Behind the Name

As a brand name, Apple has turned into a staple of technology. From the iMac to the iPod, it is the top reaching of multimedia devices. In a sense, it is not worth purchasing an mp3 player except it is an iPod, or a laptop unless it is a PowerBook. While the prices of Apple gadgets are steep, the company seems to defend the price. Cheaper devices hardly ever do well in the face of Apple products, and consumers are eager to dig hundreds more for one of the items.

This is due in part to Apple’s marketing, but also to its trustworthyiness. The company has proven that its products are durable and long-lasting using several testing devices like RF signal generator schematic and waveform generators. For a costumer, this means that purchasing Apple promises only the best.

So, what about the Apple iPhone? While it is a technological wonder, combining an iPod, internet browser as well as cell phone at the same time in a sleek, sexy package with a touch screen and virtual keyboard that makes geeks drool, it is expensive and frequently, needless. For those who already own an iPod as well as a cell phone, not much else is gained with the Apple iPhone save the expendiency of having it all in one place.

In 2007, Apple iPhone was nominated as the best invention. Therefore, Apple made the costumers who actually don’t have need of it just had to buy it to save their statuses. Apple has verified that anything it releases is golden, and at any time it is time to buy a new technological device its products stay on the top of list.

The Android operating system has provided global cell phone manufacturers with a much-needed power to retaliate against consumer electronics giant Apple. The success of Android smartphones lies in their quick performances and the vast amount of applications in the Android Market. Since its initial launch, Android has been enjoying huge popularity as a result of its constant improvements. Some of the best Android smartphones have been listed below.

HTC Desire HD – Those of you who love on-the-go movie treats and gaming should seriously consider the HTC Desire HD. The HTC flagship multimedia cell phone is currently stealing the limelight from its competitors with a 4.3 inch S-LCD capacitive touchscreen. Along with the impressive display comes Dolby Mobile and SRS virtual surround sound technology. The smartphone also encourages interactivity through its support for Adobe Flash Player. Everything in the HTC Desire HD is packed in a seamless aluminum unibody, which is extremely durable and solid. The HTC Desire HD comes with an 8 MP camera that allows high resolution image snapping (3264 x 2448 pixels) and HD video recording (720p). Aside from the Android OS, The HTC Desire HD is preinstalled with HTC Sense which focuses on intelligent initiatives to make using the phone as easy as possible.

Samsung i8520 Galaxy Beam – Do you have a need to give presentations or sales talks pretty often? The Samsung i8520 Galaxy Beam will have much to offer you. Through its unique projection capabilities, you will be able to project your presentations onto surfaces that are within 3 meters. Although the i8520 Galaxy Beam already comes with an amazing feature, Samsung takes the game further by installing 2 cameras in the phone. The secondary VGA camera supports video calls while the primary 8-megapixel camera captures pictures (3264 x 2448 pixels) and videos (720p) with great resolutions. The cell phone has support for up on 32GB of external storage through microSD cards and 16GB of internal storage.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro – The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro runs on the Android 1.6 OS but is upgradeable to the newer 2.1 OS. The smartphone comes with a 600 Mhz processor and basic smartphone functions such as GPS, Wi-Fi and 3G. The Xperia X10 Mini Pro has a built in 5-megapixel camera that captures beautiful 2560 x 1920 photographs. Its other features include LED flash and autofocus. Although the internal memory is on the low end (128mb), external memory can be installed with microSD cards (up to 16GB, 2GB included). Although the Xperia X10 is less capable then some Android smartphones, it is the best compact smartphone that comes with an affordable price tag. Don’t forget it has great advantages such a physical slide out keyboard and the Timescape UI.

There are lots of other great Android phones out there too, so be sure to shop around!

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Global mobile manufacturers may be moving from large to LARGER touchscreen smartphones but Sony Ericsson has not forgotten about the compact smartphone market. The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro is a one of its kind with a compact 2.55 inch full screen display.

Just one month before the release of the X10 Mini Pro, Sony Ericsson introduced the Xperia X10 Mini, an almost identical smartphone. The two smartphones are internally identical and the main difference is the additional slide out keyboard on the Mini Pro. Both the smartphones are running the Android operating system and they have the same 600 mhz Qualcomm processor. The initial operating system in the Xperia X10 Mini Pro is the Android 1.6 OS. It is however, upgradable to the newer Android 2.1 OS. The upgrade in the Android OS brings about pleasant improvements such as a better virtual keyboard and HTML 5 browsing capabilities.

The Xperia X10 Mini Pro comes in 3 colors, Black, Red and Pink. Surprisingly, it is just a slight 2mm thicker than the Xperia X10 Mini, although it comes with a slide out QWERTY keyboard. Both the phones feel similarly comfortable in our palms and pockets. You’ll most probably not notice the difference in thickness.

One thing that made a huge difference though, is the slide out QWERTY keyboard. Sony Ericsson perfectly analyzed the ergonomics of a handheld QWERTY keyboard and strategically positioned the keys for an extremely comfortable typing experience. The effort has reaped them huge rewards, as positive feedbacks have been overwhelming.

As a member of the Xperia family, the X10 Mini Pro comes with the elegant Xperia gallery and the accommodating Timescape UI. Timescape is Sony Ericsson’s solution to social network integration. The application monitors updates from your social networks and unify them on a 3D animated timeline. Additionally, contacts in your address book displays recent status updates and tagged photos. Don’t forget to visit Sony Ericssons’s “PlayNow” mobile store that sells games, apps and music.

Aside from the attractive interface, the Xperia X10 Mini Pro comes with a 5 megapixel camera to satisfy your photography needs. The camera snaps high-res photos and includes useful features such as video recording, LED flash and camera modes. Music lovers will also stand to benefit from the Sony Ericsson handsfree kit as it isolates noise to bring you crisp music and solid bass.

The most common worry about the Xperia X10 Mini Pro is usually related to its smaller touchscreen. Despite a lack of virtual real estate, Sony Ericsson had successfully optimized the interface to accommodate space restrictions. This means that you will not experience day-to-day frustrations on the compact smartphone. Ultimately, the main problem that lies with the virtual keyboard is tactfully solved with the slide out QWERTY keyboard. That leaves us with one disadvantage – the lower resolution of the screen causes incompatibility issues with a few Android applications.

For those of you who are particular about the size of your cell phones, the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro will be a great choice. It comes with full smartphone capabilities and an affordable price tag!

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