Mid August is approaching – the beginning of the school year is approaching too. It is time for the teenagers to cool down and to say good bye to the summer late night beach parties. You say to people who you have met on the beach “See you next summer!”, you go to the rocks and say “See ya!” to the endless sea, then you sit down for a few minutes to listen to the sound of the waves, and as you are taking your cell phone out of your pocket it falls in the water. How would you go to high school or college with no cell phone? How will you text your classmates, while you are in class listening to a boring lection? Where would you watch YouTube clips instead of preparing your homework? Indeed, you will need a new cell phone. Of course, nowadays life is a lot more difficult without a handset. This article is for those of you who have lost/broken their cell phone or simply want a new one, but do not know what to buy right now. High school or college student, it does not matter. We have selected the best and most appropriate offers from the current market, suitable for you. We truly hope that our guide will help you choose your new cell phone.
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High School and Teens
LG enV3 VX9200: Available in slate blue and maroon, this device is ideal for texters who are looking for a QWERTY keyboard in a compact phone. In addition to typing messages fast and easy, you’ll also be able to enjoy nice call quality and camera.
Samsung Alias 2 U750: The eInk QWERTY keyboard is cool and so is the dual-hinge design. It would definitely make heads turn your way. The display is large and easy to read and the phone has good call quality too.
LG enV Touch VX11000: Even though it’s not as compact as the enV3, the touchscreen is quite useful, the camera quality is better, and the keyboard fits better for larger hands.
RIM BlackBerry Tour 9630: The Tour is the newest BlackBerry for Verizon and has all the features you could want, including a full QWERTY keyboard and 3.2MP camera. If you want to look a bit more on the business side, this one would definitely help you achieve that.
HTC Touch Diamond: If you prefer WindowsMobile, then the Touch Diamond is for you. It is a powerful device that can do it all, and the TouchFLO3D interface makes it easy to use. Last, but not least, the diamond is never out of vogue.
LG enV Touch VX11000: If you don’t want or need a smartphone, this is the next best thing. The large QWERTY keyboard is easy to type on and the device can open basic Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Acrobat files.
Motorola Karma QA1: Solid designed texting phone that can withstand the daily usage of an addicted messenger. It's social networking focus keeps you in the loop with your circle of friends and always up-to-date on news.
LG Xenon GR500: This device packs plenty of arsenal at your disposal. You'll be in charge by navigating with the touch screen while choosing every now and then to slide out the QWERTY to send orders.
Pantech Matrix:This unique dual-sliding design will turn heads as you roll down thehallways. It has that elegant slider look to talk while flipping it theother way allows you to secretly send a message.
Apple iPhone 3GS: If you do not feel like experimenting with some of AT&T's other offerings, you can always go for the latest generation of Apple goodness. Both a lightning-fast performance and an endless content will be on your side.
Samsung Impression: You're on the border of becoming an adult, but still have that kid heart in you. The Impression’s one of a kind AMOLED touch screen will make you the center of talk around campus, while still giving you that youthful appeal.
Nokia E71x: Organization is a key thing when juggling around your busy schedule. In addition to its packed features, you'll be able to leave most of your notebooks behind and use this to type up notes in class.
Samsung Jack i637: This won't break the bank for you and most schools still rely heavily on the Windows platform. It's ability to view Microsoft Office files will be a joy when you're busy attempting to cram information before class.
T-Mobile Sidekick LX 2009: This is the staple of the younger generation with its improved looks and design. Instant messaging will be a part of this device's daily routines so you'll always be able to keep in touch with your friends.
Samsung Comeback: This messaging device combines the candy bar style with a special secret – the QWERTY keyboard. It'll transform from one thing to another so you'll never miss a beat.
Samsung Highlight T749: Touchscreen devices are all the rage and this TouchWiz powered device from Samsung doesn't disappoint. You'll find an eclectic mix of features to keep you busy throughout the long days.
Samsung Memoir: This may be handy in those art classes which require you to take photos. With the highest rated camera on T-Mobile, you'll make sure to preserve all those precious memories of dormitory life.
T-Mobile G1: If you want to be really unique and choose to take a different path, then this Android device is for you. It's filled with features that'll keep you engaged during those boring in between class sessions.
RIM BlackBerry Curve 8900: So you're majoring in something related to business? Taking this device may give you that first step by keeping you organized at all times. Not to mention it's email friendly!
Sanyo SCP-2700: This budget phone is perfect for first time texters. It comes in two bold colors, Impulsive Pink and Deep Blue. This basic phone offers a camera and full keyboard, along with parental controls.
Samsung Reclaim: The earth-friendly slider puts a premium on eco consciousness, but delivers a pretty good handset as well. It comes in fun colors and a compact package, while offering Sprint’s full multimedia suite.
Samsung Exclaim M550: This dual slider offers a full QWERTY keyboard as well as a traditional keypad. Sprint’s One Click UI gives teens quick access to social networks like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter.
LG Lotus: LG’s sweet messaging device may have a funky form factor, but it delivers where it matters most. The QWERTY keyboard will keep their thumbs happy and high speed data will let them get their internet fix.
LG Lotus: A good bridge device, the Lotus offers more than just fun and games. A document reader allows this device to do more than your average dumb phone.
RIM BlackBerry Curve: The best selling PDA for much of the past year, the Curve offers the tried and true reliability of BlackBerry devices. The Tour is a better device all around, but the Curve’s price tag is more suited to the graduate student.
Palm Pre: The phone that outdid the iPhone. It’s a powerful smartphone and wonderful multimedia device all wrapped up into one. Synergy brings your life neatly together on the phone. With a real keyboard and multitouch display the Pre is a dream to use, and the ever-growing App Catalog means the Pre will only get better with age.
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