Some people choose phones because they look cool; others choose them for specific functions like email. Is someone's device an expression of personality? Or is it a means to an end--just another tool to get the job done? Some questions to consider as you choose your new smartphone:

• Does it look good?
• Do I want a phone that acts like a computer? Or a computer that acts like a phone? The answer will influence what type of form factor you choose--a candy-bar shaped device like the T-Mobile SDA or a device with a full keyboard like the Sprint 6700.
• How important is a robust push email application to you?
• Are you using the device as an extension of your office and thus need Word, Excel, and Powerpoint?
• Do you have particular RAM, ROM, and processor requirements?
• What about fun? Are music, video, photos, and games important to you?
• What wireless network and speed? Do you need a EVDO, EDGE, UMTS, or HSDPA phone?
• What about wi-fi or Bluetooth?
• Screen size?
• Required battery life and easy charging extra batteries?
• For an even more comprehensive article on how to choose s smartphone/pda, visit http://www.tekscientia.com/how-to-choose-a-smart-phone/

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