Shopping for cell phones drives me nuts. I find one that I like, and *boom*, it’s not compatible in some way with things we already have. *grumble*

Josh has the Samsung, and I love his phone, but I want something different (his is black, mine’ll be red, but still, not enough of a difference for me, XD). I’ve got a Nokia version, and I like it. My first cell was a Nokia. It finally died after 5 years (Mom had it for awhile, and then she gave it to me). Oh well, I’ve got SEVEN MONTHS before my time is up on this current plan (thankfully, ATT knows I switched cells, but since it’s pre-paid originally, doesn’t count against me).

Samsung SYNC a707 Red (Multimedia Phone)

TheSamsung A707 is one of a handful of new breed AT&T phones that candownload data at near-broadband speed. With that faster throughput, theSamsung A707 now lets you enjoy streaming AT&T TV and streamingradio right on your handset. Plus, the Samsung A707 can surf the Web atnear-broadband speed. And the Samsung A707 has Bluetooth, a musicplayer, a high-quality camera/camcorder, and an expandable memory cardslot which makes the Samsung A707 a real entertainment powerhouse.

Highlights

• One Of The First AT&T Phones To Support Near-broadband Data Download Speeds
• Watch Streaming AT&T TV, or Listen To Streaming Radio
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology With Streaming Stereo Music Support
• Built-in Music Player
• 2.0 Megapixel Digital Camera Takes Print-quality Stills
• Record Extra-long And High-quality Video Clips
• Expandable Memory Card To Store Your Songs, Pictures and Videos

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included - Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera - Yes, 2.0 Megapixels (1600 x 1200 Pixel Resolution Max), 4x Digital Zoom, Multi-shot, Image Editor
• StreamingMultimedia Support - Yes, Watch Streaming AT&T TV or Listen ToStreaming AT&T Radio, Near-broadband Download Spee
• MP3 Player - Yes, Supports MP3, WMA, AAC and AAC+ Formats, Equalizer With Visualization, USB Mass Storage
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology - Yes, v1.1, HSP, HFP, DUN, OPP Profiles Supported
• Video Capture / Camcorder - 15 Frames Per Second, Long Recording Length
• Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) - Yes, Stream Stereo Music To and From Compatible (A2DP) Bluetooth Devices
• Data Capable / Use This Phone As A Modem - Yes, With Software and Cable Sold Separately
• PC Synchronization - Yes, With Software and Cable Sold Separately
• Parental Controls - Yes

Messaging Features

• Mobile Web Browsing - Yes, WAP 2.0 Browser Built-in, Near-broadband Download Speeds, With Media Max Add-on Plan Bundles
• Multimedia Messaging - Yes, Send and Receive Picture and Video Messages, With Media Max or Messaging Starter Add-on Bundles
• Text Messaging (SMS) - Yes, 2-way, With Pre-loaded Message Templates, With Media Max or Messaging Starter Add-on Bundles
• Email Client - Yes, POP3, SMTP and IMAP4 Protocols Supported, With Media Max Add-on Rate Plan Bundles
• Instant Messenger Built-in - Yes, AOL, Yahoo! and MSN Instant Messaging, With Media Max or Messaging Starter Add-ons

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones - Yes, 60 Chords, Downloadable
• MP3 Ringtones - Yes, Supports MP3, WMA, AAC, RealOne File Formats
• Ringer Profiles - Yes
• Picture Caller ID - Yes
• Multiple Languages - Yes
• Games - Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Graphics - Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Themes - Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display - 176 x 220 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors Displayed
• External Display - 96 x 96 Pixels, Monochrome
• Color - Red
• Style - Flip Phone
• Warranty - Samsung Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone - Yes
• To-Do List - Yes
• Voice Memo - Yes
• Alarm - Yes
• Calculator - Yes
• Calendar - Yes
• Vibrate - Yes
• Phonebook Capacity - Up to 500 Contacts
• Multiple Numbers Per Name - Yes, Up to 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
• TTY Compatible - Yes

Battery Life

• Battery Type - Li Ion
• Talk Time - Up to 200 Minutes
• Standby Time - Up to 200 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform - Java
• Data Download Speed - HSPDA (Up to 700 Kbps) and EDGE (Up to 144 Kbps)
• Network Compatibility - GSM 800, 850, 1800, 1900 and HSDPA (UMTS) 850, 1900
• Compatible Carrier - AT&T
• Ringtone Types Supported - MIDI, MP3, WMA, AAC, RealOne
• Internationally Compatible - Yes
• Predictive Text Entry - Yes, T9
• 3G Data Speeds - Yes
• Expandable Memory Capacity - microSD/Transflash Memory Card Formats
• Dimensions - 3.8 in x 1.9 in x 0.8 in
• Weight - 3.7 oz

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Voice Plans - Yes
• Device Supports AT&T MEdia Services - Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan - Yes
• Device Supports AT&T Messaging - Yes
• Device Supports AT&T Video Share - Yes

Nokia 6085 (Multimedia Phone)

Thecompact Nokia 6085 for AT&T offers alot of great features for avery impressive price! For not a lot of dough, the Nokia 6085 comesloaded with streaming stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, a built-inmusic player, a digital camera/camcorder, expandable memory, advancedvoice-dialing and 6 different kinds of messaging. That’s a heck of alot of “stuff” jammed into this compact and inexpensive flip-phone!

Highlights

• Bluetooth Wireless Technology With Streaming Stereo Music Support
• Built-in Music Player Supports Playlists
• VGA-quality Digital Camera Takes Fun Still Photos and Video Clips
• Expandable Memory Card To Store Your Songs, Pictures and Videos
• Advanced Voice Dialing Lets You Dial The Phone Without Pre-training It
• 6 Kinds Of Messaging! Text, Picture, Video, Email, Voice and Instant Messaging
• FM Stereo Radio Built In (Requires Headset Sold Separately)

What’s In The Box With The Phone

• Additional Items Included - Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide

Advanced Features

• Digital Camera - Yes, VGA-quality (640 x 480 Pixel Resolution Max), 4x Digital Zoom
• MP3 Player - Yes, Supports eAAC+, MP3, MP4, WMA, AMR Formats, USB 1.1 Mass Storage
• FM Radio - Yes, Stereo With Headset Sold Separately
• Attachment Viewing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Yes, View Attachments Received With Emails
• Video Capture / Camcorder - 15 Frames Per Second, 128 x 96 Pixel Resolution Max
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology - Yes, v1.2, Headset, Handsfree, DUN, FTP, OPP Profiles Supported
• Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) - Yes, Stream Stereo Music To and From Compatible (A2DP) Bluetooth Devices
• Data Capable / Use This Phone As A Modem - Yes, With Software and Cable Sold Separately
• PC Synchronization - Yes, With Free Nokia PC Suite Software and Cable Sold Separately
• Voice-driven Menus - Yes, Advanced Technology Requires No Phone Pre-training
• Parental Controls - Yes

Messaging Features

• Mobile Web Browsing - Yes, WAP 2.0 Browsing With MEdia Add-on Plan Features
• Multimedia Messaging - Yes, Send and Receive Picture and Video Messages With Media Max or Messaging Starter Add-on Features
• Text Messaging (SMS) - Yes, 2-way, With Pre-loaded Message Templates, With Media Max or Messaging Starter Add-on Features
• Email Client - Send or Receive POP3, SMTP and IMAP4 Email With Messaging or MEdia Max Add-on Rate Plan Bundles
• Instant Messenger Built-in - Yes, AOL, Yahoo! and MSN Instant Messaging With MEdia Max or Messaging Starter Add-ons

Personalization and Fun Features

• Polyphonic Ringtones - Yes, 64 Chords, Downloadable
• MP3 Ringtones - Yes, Supports eAAC+, MP3, MP4, WMA, AMR File Formats
• Ringer Profiles - Yes
• Picture Caller ID - Yes
• Multiple Languages - Yes, English, French, Spanish
• Games - Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Graphics - Yes, Downloadable
• Customizable Themes - Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

• Color Main Display - 128 x 160 Pixels, Over 262,000 Colors Displayed
• External Display - 96 x 68 Pixels, Monochrome
• Color - Black
• Style - Flip Phone
• Warranty - Nokia Factory Warranty
• Speakerphone - Yes
• Voice-activated Dialing - Yes, Advanced Technology Requires No Phone Pre-training
• To-Do List - Yes
• Voice Memo - Yes
• Alarm - Yes
• Calculator - Yes
• Calendar - Yes
• Vibrate - Yes
• Phonebook Capacity - Limited Only By Available Memory
• Multiple Numbers Per Name - Yes, Up to 5 Entries Per Contact, Plus 2 Email Addresses
• TTY Compatible - Yes
• M3 Hearing Aid Compatible - Yes, T3/M3 Rated

Battery Life

• Battery Type - Li Ion
• Talk Time - Up to 300 Minutes
• Standby Time - Up to 240 Hours

Technical Specifications

• Application Platform - Java
• Data Download Speed - EDGE (Up to 144 Kbps)
• Network Compatibility - GSM 800, 850, 1800, 1900
• Compatible Carrier - AT&T
• Ringtone Types Supported - MIDI, MP3, WMA, eAAC+, eAAC, AMR
• Internationally Compatible - Yes
• Predictive Text Entry - Yes, T9
• 3G Data Speeds - Yes
• Expandable Memory Capacity - microSD/Transflash Memory Card Formats
• Dimensions - 3.6in x 1.8in x 0.9in
• Built-In Memory - 4MB
• Weight - 3.4 oz

Compatibility Features

• Device Supports Voice Plans - Yes
• Device Supports AT&T MEdia Services - Yes
• Available For Purchase Without Service Plan - Yes
• Device Supports AT&T Messaging - Yes

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