Why You Need a Smartphone

As a businessperson, you know the importance of staying a step ahead of your clients, and the competition. And you may have felt tied to your desk so you don’t miss that important email or phone call and have instant access to essential data—whether it be proposals, your schedule, contact information, business news or the stock market. However, thousands have found freedom from their desks with smartphones and PDAs designed for business (and for fun).    

Smartphones are much more than just cellphones; they provide instant access to the Web. Whether you’re researching news to predict the stock market or looking for the perfect golf course to treat your client, it’s on the Internet.  

Many smartphones and PDAs allow you to sync with your desktop computer. This means you can store and work on documents from your handheld. You can also receive and respond to emails as they arrive in your inbox on your desktop computer with real-time push email.   

Smartphones also act as multimedia devices so your entertainment goes with you. They can store and display pictures and videos of friends and family or entire blockbuster movies. Most smartphones even take pictures and capture video. But the most common multimedia function is an MP3 player—sit back, relax and enjoy your favorite tunes while traveling or during a break.     

In this site, you'll find articles on cellphones, comprehensive reviews and a side-by-side comparison that will help you make an informed decision on which smartphone is right for you. At TopTenREVIEWS – We do the research so you don’t have to.™

What to Look for in a Smartphone for Business

In the past, businesspersons were easily identifiable—they carried large briefcases, binder planners and perhaps a brick cellphone. The scene has changed and so has the way we conduct business. A smartphone stores your important data and documents, offers a comprehensive planner, provides instant access to the Internet and email and keeps you in touch with clients and coworkers.  Below are the criteria TopTenREVIEWS used to evaluate business smartphones. 

• Productivity/ Lifestyle Tools - Smartphones act as life management devices and include organizing features like a calendar and task list. Most sync with MS Outlook and Windows desktops allowing for document viewing and editing. They also include practical tools like a calculator, map application or GPS. Some have the ability to support third-party or browser based programs that perform many different functions. 

• Voice/Text Features - The foundation of business is communication and a smartphone’s first function is a cellular phone. Smartphones for business should include all typical cell phone features like speakerphone, 3-way calling, voice dialing, etc. 

• Internet Features - Most smartphones can access the Internet and display full Web pages. Top ranked phones will connect via Wi-Fi and 3G for faster browsing speeds. 

• Multimedia Features - The best business cellphones have good cameras and the ability to capture video and play music and video. 

• Technical Specifications - The most practical smartphones are compact, yet include good input and display options and a decent battery life. 

To read the review on the AT&T 8525, the smartphone our reviewers ranked #1, click here.