Buying Guides & Articles:Communications

Service providers determine which phone models work on their networks. So when you're replacing your phone, use this cell phone guide to help you decide whether you'll... Read more

A main distinction among types of cordless phones is the way they transmit their signals. These are the least expensive type and tend to have better voice quality than... Read more

Smaller, lighter headsets are generally more comfortable than bulkier models. Most headsets have an ear clip or hook to hold them in place, but some of the smallest... Read more

The world of smart phones divides into two categories. Some offer business-focused capabilities in a palm-fitting package... Read more

Most new phones have cameras with resolutions of 1-megapixel and up that are capable of producing respectable snapshots, though many lack a flash, which is helpful when... Read more

Standard cordless phone features include handset earpiece volume control, handset ringer, last-number redial, a pager to locate the handset, a flash button to answer... Read more

When shopping for a phone, you'll need to decide whether you want a phone that uses analog or digital technology. Generally, analog phones are less expensive and have... Read more

Cut through the static with this step-by-step guide... Read more

Which cell-phone service provider is the best? It depends on where you live. We rate cell-phone service based on the tens of thousands of responses to our annual survey... Read more

Though a newcomer to wireless handsets, Apple jolted the telecom world in 2007 with its revolutionary iPhone, an AT&T exclusive, which provides superb ease of use via a... Read more