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Cell Phone Accessories – Satisfaction Guaranteed

There are several different types of cell phones available including digital camera phones, phones with pocket PC’s and phones that use a satellite network, and there are all kinds of accessories to be used with all phone types.

Most of these cell phone accessories are made by the same companies that make the phones and in fact, say a charger made by Nokia is not likely to do the job with a Motorola phone. If you use accessories from a different manufacturer than the one who made the phone, you can void your warranty.

Where to Begin

Great stuff like games, ring tones and graphics; many consumers include these items in their list of must haves when shopping for cell phones, cellular plans and accessories. You can get decorative faceplates that can be changed to suit your mood or even to match your outfit. Another, more practical item is a hands free car set, which is required by law when a driver is using a cell phone in some states, like New York. There are also cradles which can be mounted on the dashboard of the car. You can also get headphones and microphones for hands free use of your phone.

Ear and Mouth

The antenna is responsible for both sending and receiving signals and sometimes that signal may not be strong enough because of weather or terrain. Antenna boosters are designed to increase the strength of the signals and improve your cell phone experience. You can also buy replacement antennas if yours becomes damaged.

To Have and Hold

Cases for your cell phone can provide protection from scratches and impact damage and some are even waterproof. Some have belt clips or holsters for quick and easy access. You can also use a cradle near your work station so there is no need to scramble for the phone.

You've Got the Power

Batteries of course are responsible for powering your phone and there are three types of batteries commonly used in cell phones.

• Nicod is the oldest and suffers from what is called “memory effect” which means that the battery’s performance is diminished if it is charged before it is fully drained.
• NIMH is newer and better. It holds a charge for longer period and doesn’t suffer memory effects.
• Li-Ion and Li-Poly are the latest and longest lasting. Consequently they are the most expensive.

Whatever the type of battery, faster chargers are available and are big sellers.

More and more – The Accessories Go On And On

These are not the only cell phone accessories around. You can get speaker phones, data cables and PCS data connectivity kits, all of which can make your cell phone even more useful. There are also keypad and keyboards to go with pocket PCS. So when you are looking for accessories for your phone, look for plans that include free accessories as an incentive to convince you to sign up.