Simplifying Your Next Cell Phone Purchase

Thursday, March 1, 2001

Wenders Simplifying Your Next Cell Phone Purchase (NAPS)—Cellular phones may offer great reception, but you can encounter plenty of static when shopping for one. There are many different brands and service plans to choose from, and comparison shopping often means driving all over town to different retail stores. The Internet offers a convenient alternative. For example, Amazon.com has opened its Wire- less Phone store—a “one-stop” shop for cellular needs that carries a wide range of phone brands, including Nokia and Samsung, as well as plans and promotions from such leading providers as Sprint PCS, AT&T and VoiceStream. Keith Schorsch, general manager of the  Phones store The Internet can be a conve- nient place to shopfor a newcell phone. at Amazon.com, says, “We make it warrior, you'll want lots of free weekendtime. Is it convenient and easy to use?: Cell phones keep improving, right phone, plan and accessories for each individual. People really model. Affordable new phones offer ultra-lightweight conve- recommendations, read buying guides and see customer comments and designs, plus high-tech fea- easy to compare and choose the appreciate the chance to get expert so maybe it’s time for a new nience, smaller size, cool colors to assist in their buying decisions. tures like wireless Internet and voice-activated dialing. plan thatfits yourlifestyle.” protective cases and rapid charg- We’ve also standardized carrier coverage maps to help select the Schorsch offers a couple of key tips when buyinga wireless phone: Whenwill you useit?: Before buyinga cell phone, it’s important to think about how and where you plan to use it. For instance, if you’re a frequent traveler, you should consider a plan with free long distance. If you’re a weekend Accessorize!: Personalize your phone. From colorful faceplates to ers, the right accessories can really add to your fun and functionality. Online, you can browse the widest selection of accessories at your leisure—24 hours a day. Consumersinterested in checking out wireless options can log onto www.amazon.com /wireless phones.

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