upgrading to smartphone

wordsfan

Hi all

I currently have a very basic samsung. Can access internet but only do basics. I like samsungs and have also had nokia's in the past. Don't like LG as have tried them in the past and they kept breaking down.

I'm looking for a phone I can do a fair amount of web browsing on inc social networking and also emailing and using chatrooms? (own computer has died).

If possible would be great to be able to skype from mobile too.

Which phones would you recommend?

grumbler

All smartphones can do what you want and generally all are less reliable than simple phones.
The prices start from £60ish and end at £500+.
I think you understand that with so little details your question doesn't make much sense.
No smartphone can replace a PC, but if it is your intention look into £150+ ones with bigger screens. Add Orange San Francisco that is out-of-line at £100ish.

And it is worth deleting your second identical thread.

Guys_Dad

The handset is only half the battle. You need to get the right package with it - one that gives you 500mb data per month.

If you intend to use it overseas, then be warned by the threads on here about huge charges for roaming data and learn what to do to avoid joining their ranks.

Samsung have good handsets and some start at under £60 including top up (compulsory). See CPW - good, because they are unlocked.

LG seem to have a good reputation with their Androids. I have a LG Optimus One that is good for the price and no problems.

Nicholas-bloody-Parsons

Perhaps you should google "best smart phones". You get some ideas on what you can get for your money

im looking at smart phones too. After reading some reviews, it is apparent that there is a problem with the batterys. If you are a heavy user; you will need to recharge every day.

Btw. you dont need massive data allowance; if you can use your home wifi.

Idiophreak

Nicholas-bloody-Parsons wrote: »

im looking at smart phones too. After reading some reviews, it is apparent that there is a problem with the batterys. If you are a heavy user; you will need to recharge every day.

That's pretty much the case with all smart phones, yes - but it's worse on others. I had a HTC Desire HD briefly, but returned it - it wouldn't last through 8 hours without recharging.

My iPhone, conversely, will stretch to two days of moderate use, but I charge it every night to be sure...