Say "hello!" To your new phone: tips on shopping for cell phones and service.(TELEPHONY/VOIP)

Buying a cell phone these days is not as simple as it would first appear. Any of a dozen factors could impact your decision on which phone to purchase. Here's a quick survey of what to look for based on your preferences.

BUSINESS OR PLEASURE? Since most cell phones have many similar basic features including call waiting, caller ID, conference calling, calendar and camera, it's best to decide how you will use your phone. More and more people are dropping their land-based phones and going wireless altogether. Others may use their mobile phone exclusively for work. At thi