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A Buyer's Guide to the Most Important Cell Phone Accessories

Written by naishuang on June 10, 2009 17:05

No matter how you use your cell phone, there are some accessories that you just have to ownYour cell phone accessories may be purchased for convenience, or could actually help save your life somedayHeres a quick buyer's guide to the most important cell phone accessories you will ever own.

Buying a Cell Phone Charger

If you misplace the cell phone charger that came with your device, or need another unit for the car or office, you can purchase it directly from the manufacturer, or spend less money and get a comparable, compatible unit from a third party sellerThese compatible cell phone chargers generally work great and cost less only because they dont carry the brand name of the cell phone manufacturer.

Whether you need a Blackberry Travel Wall Charger or a Motorola RAZR Charger for the car, always make sure the device is compatible with the make, model and wattage of your phoneIf it isnt, you could damage the power supply of the phone permanently.

Buying an Extra Cell Phone Battery

It's great to have a fully charged extra phone battery at your side when youre away from a power sourceLook for refurbished cell phone batteries from third party vendors and you can get an amazing deal on your spare batteryRemember, ONLY purchase those batteries which are made specifically for your phone.

Buying a Wireless Cell Phone Headset

As we begin 2009, most states have either enacted, or are preparing, laws regarding hands-free calling while drivingIn addition to help save lives, these laws mean that you cant be without a headset for your cell phone when youre talking in the car.

Currently, Bluetooth technology sits atop of the headset heapBluetooth allows individuals to make and receive calls without touching their handsetThe quality of Bluetooth calls is much higher than previous technologies, and many report crystal-clear reception when their handset is close by.

Individuals who are considering buying a Bluetooth Headset should consider a few factors before making their final purchase, including:

  • SizeBluetooth headsets come in all shapes and sizesSome people prefer the smaller units that they barely know are there, while other prefer something larger with buttons that are easier to find and push.
  • CompatibilityObviously, you need to check your phone to make sure that it is Bluetooth compatibleMost phones introduced over the past few years have Bluetooth functionality built inAnything older than that you might want to check the manual just to be safe.
  • BrandNot all brands are created equalCurrently some of the finest Bluetooth headsets are coming from companies like Jawbone (the Jawbone II headset) and Plantronics (the Plantronics Discovery 925 and D925)Read up on customer reviews and product rankings to find the best products for your money.