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Cell phone is a wireless, portable, long-range, electronic telephone, which during travel can seamlessly change antenna connections, from one radio reception cell to another radio reception cell, without dropping or losing the ongoing call.
Besides the standard voice function of a telephone, latest cell phones have features such as SMS for text messages, MMS for multimedia messages, radio, games, internet connectivity for email, browsing, blogging, music (MP3) playback, memo recording, built-in cameras and camcorders, ringtones, personal organizers, Push-to-Talk (PTT), Bluetooth and infrared connectivity, call registers, streaming video, downloading video, video call, and also serve as wireless modems for PCs that can be connected to the Internet.
The power in a cell phone is obtained from rechargeable batteries, which can be recharged from the mains, a USB port or a cigarette lighter port in an automobile. Nickel Metal Hydride were the most common types of batteries, which due to the “memory effect” (the user can recharge only when the entire battery is drained off) were replaced by Lithium-Ion batteries, which did not suffer from any memory effect.
Cell phones came into existence because of the invention of hexagonal cells in 1947, for the base stations by Bell Labs engineers at AT&T. This was further developed during the 1960s by Bell Labs. During a call, the channel frequency could not be changed automatically from one cell (base station coverage area) to another cell (base station coverage area) as the person traveled from the area of one cell to the area of another cell. Amos Joel of Bell Labs invented a breakthrough invention and called it as the `call handoff` by which the channel frequency could be changed automatically from one cell to another cell, during the same call, as the mobile user traveled from one cell to another cell. Due to their heavy construction, these phones were used mainly in automobiles.
The first practical cell phone in a non-vehicle setting, and which could be handheld, was invented by Martin Cooper, the General Manager (Communications Division) of Motorola, who made the world`s first handheld cell phone call on April 3, 1973.
The technology by which the cell phone works depends on the mobile phone operator; however, all of them use electromagnetic radio waves, which are in touch with a cell site (base station). The base station is composed of several antennas which are mounted on a pole, tower, or building. Cell sites are spread at a distance of 5 to 8 miles (approx. 8 to 13 km) from each other. The low power transceiver from the cell phone transmits the voice and data to the nearest cell site. During movement, the cell phone will “handoff” the information to other cell site. Mobile phone operators use many technologies to maintain the smooth stream of digitized data from the cell phone to the cell site and vice versa.
The wireless telephone technologies are grouped under heads known as generations, starting from zero generation or 0G. The current generation going on is 4G; however, there are old cell phones that still operate on 1G, 2G, and 3G technologies. The wireless telephone technologies used in each generation are as given below:
0G: PTT, MTS, IMTS, AMTS, OLT, MTD, Autotel/PALM, ARP

1G: NMT, AMPS/TACS/ETACS, Hicap, CDPD, Mobitex, DataTac

2G: GSM, iDEN, D-AMPS, IS-95/cdmaOne, PDC, CSD, PHS, GPRS, HSCSD, WiDEN, CDMA2000 1xRTT/IS-2000, EDGE (EGPRS)

3G: W-CDMA, UMTS (3GSM), FOMA, TD-CDMA/UMTS-TDD, 1xEV-DO/IS-856, TD-SCDMA, GAN (UMA), HSPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, HSOPA

4G : UMB, UMTS Revision 8 (LTE), WiMAX
Frequency bands: SMR, Cellular, PCS
The impact of cell phone usage on human health has been of considerable worldwide concern. Research studies in Copenhagen, from the Danish Institute of Cancer Epidemiology, the National Cancer Institute, and the Institute of Cancer Research, do not establish any link between cancer and cell phone usage. However, an intergovernmental agency IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) forming part of the World Health Organization of the United Nations, undertook a study of 4,500 users and found a statistically significant link between cell phone usage and tumor frequency. Further research is going on.
Cell phone usage and driving is a common worldwide phenomenon. Some jurisdictions have banned usage of hand-held phones during driving, but allowed the hands-free fashion of cell phone usage while driving. However, studies have found out that the distraction is caused by the conversation itself; hence, both hand-held and hands-free cell phones contribute towards road traffic accidents. Further studies on cell phone usage and driving are going on.
Nokia Corporation is currently the world`s largest manufacturer of cell phones. Other notable cell phone manufacturers, in alphabetical order, are 3G, Audiovox (now UT Starcom), Benefon, BenQ-Siemens, Fujitsu, High Tech Computer Corporation (HTC), Kyocera, LG Mobile, Motorola, NEC, Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Pantech Curitel, Philips, Research In Motion, Sagem, Samsung, Sanyo, Sharp, Siemens, Sierra Wireless, SK Teletech, Sony Ericsson, T&A Alcatel, Toshiba, and Verizon.

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It’s easier than ever to have a phone where you want one. The newest breed of cordless phones lets you put a handset in any room in the house, even if no phone jack is nearby.

However, manufacturers still offer a bewildering array of phones: inexpensive models that offer the basics; multihandset, full-featured phones with a built-in answering machine; single-line and two-line phones; digital and analog phones, and different frequency bands. In many instances, a phone will have a phone-answerer sibling. Many phone-answerers come in a phone-only version. If you have a cordless phone that’s several years old, it’s probably a 900-MHz phone. Newer phones use higher frequencies, namely 2.4 or 5.8 GHz. They aren’t necessarily better than the older ones, but they may provide more calling security and a wider array of useful capabilities and features.

WHAT’S AVAILABLE

AT&T, Bell South, GE, Panasonic, Uniden, and VTech account for more than 70 percent of the market. VTech owns the AT&T Consumer Products Division and now makes phones under the AT&T brand as well as its own name.

The current trends include phones that support two or more handsets with one base, less expensive 2.4- and 5.8-GHz analog phones, and full-featured 2.4 and 5.8-GHz digital phones. Some of the multiple-handset-capable phones now include an additional handset with a charging cradle. About a third of the cordless phones sold include a digital answering machine.

A main distinction among cordless phones is the way they transmit their signals. Here are some terms that you may see while shopping and what they mean for you:

Analog. These phones are the least expensive type available now. They tend to have the better voice quality and enough range to let you chat anywhere in your house and yard, or even a little beyond. They are also unlikely to cause interference to other wireless products. But analog transmission isn’t very secure; anyone with an RF scanner or comparable wireless device might be able to listen in. Analog phones are also more likely than digital phones to suffer occasional static and RF interference from other wireless products. Price range: $15 to $100.

Digital. These offer about the same range as analog phones, but with better security and less susceptibility to RF interference. And, like analogs, they are unlikely to cause interference to other wireless products. Price range: $50 to $130.

Digital spread spectrum (DSS). A DSS phone distributes a call across a number of frequencies, providing an added measure of security and more immunity from RF interference. The range may be slightly better than that of analog or digital phones. Note that some DSS phones–usually the 2.4-GHz or the multiple-handset -capable phones with handset-to-handset talk capabilities–use such a wide swath of the spectrum even in standby mode that they may interfere with baby monitors and other wireless products operating in the same frequency band. Price range: $75 to $225 (for multiple handset systems).

Frequency. Cordless phones use one or two of the three available frequency bands:

* 900-MHz. Some manufacturers still make inexpensive, 900-MHz phones, usually analog. They are fine for many households, and still account for about one-quarter of the market.

* 2.4-GHz. The band most phones now use. Unfortunately, many other wireless products–baby monitors, wireless computer networks, home security monitors, wireless speakers, microwaves ovens–use the same band. A 2.4-GHz analog phone is inherently susceptible to RF interference from other wireless devices, and a 2.4-GHz DSS phone may cause interference in other products. However, DSS phones billed as “802.11-friendly” are unlikely to interfere with wireless computer networks.

* 5.8-GHz. The band that newer phones use. Its main advantage: less chance of RF interference because few other products currently use this band. Some phones are dual-band, but that only means they transmit between base and handset in one band and receive in another; you can’t switch to or choose one band or another.

IMPORTANT FEATURES

Standard features on most cordless phones include handset earpiece volume control, handset ringer, last-number redial, a pager to locate the handset, a flash button to answer call waiting, and a low-battery indicator.

Some phones let you support two or more handsets with just one base without the need for extra phone jacks. Additional handsets including the charging cradle are usually sold separately, although more phones are being bundled with an additional handset and charging cradle.

An LCD screen, found on many handsets and on some bases, can display a personal phone directory and useful information such as the name and/or number dialed, caller ID, battery strength, or how long you’ve been connected. Caller ID displays the name and number of a caller and the date and time of the call if you use your phone company’s caller ID service. If you have caller ID with call waiting, the phone will display data on a second caller when you’re already on the phone.

A phone that supports two lines can receive calls for two phone numbers–useful if you have, say, a business line and a personal line that you’d like to use from a single phone. Some of the phones have two ringers, each with a distinctive pitch to let you know which line is ringing. The two-line feature also facilitates conferencing two callers in three-way connections. Some two-line phones have an auxiliary jack data port to plug in a fax, modem, or other phone device that can also be useful.

A speaker phone offers a hands-free way to converse or wait on hold and lets others chime in as well. A base speakerphone lets you answer a call without the handset; a handset speakerphone lets you chat hands-free anywhere in the house as long as you stay within a few feet of the handset.

A base keypad supplements the keypad on the handset. It’s handy for navigating menu-driven systems, since you don’t have to take the phone away from your ear to punch the keys. Some phones have a lighted keypad that either glows in the dark or lights up when you press a key, or when the phone rings. This makes the phone easier to use in low-light conditions. All phones have a handset ringer, and many phones have a base ringer. Some let you turn them on or off, adjust the volume, or change the auditory tone.

Many cordless phones have a headset jack on the handset and include a belt clip for carrying the phone. This allows hands-free conversation anywhere in the house. Some phones have a headset jack on the base, which allows hands-free conversation without any drain on the handset battery. Headsets are usually sold separately for about $20.

Other convenient features include auto talk, which lets you lift the handset off the base for an incoming call and start talking without having to press a button, and any key answer.

Some phones provide a battery holder for battery backup–a compartment in the base to charge a spare handset battery pack or to hold alkaline batteries for base-power backup, either of which can enable the phone to work if you lose household AC power. Still, it’s wise to keep a corded phone somewhere in your home.

Some multiple-handset-capable phones allow conversation between handsets in an intercom mode and facilitate conferencing handsets with an outside party. In intercom mode, the handsets have to be within range of the base for handset-to-handset use. Others lack this handset-to-handset talk capability; they allow you to transfer calls from handset to handset but not to use the handsets to conference with an outside caller. Still other phones allow direct communication between handsets, so you can take them with you to use like walkie-talkies. Some phones can register up to eight handsets, for instance, but that doesn’t mean you can use all eight at once. You might be able to use two for handset-to-handset intercom, while two others conference with an outside party.

HOW TO CHOOSE

Decide how much hardware you need. The basic options are a stand-alone phone, a phone with a built-in answerer, or a phone that supports multiple handsets from one base. A stand-alone phone is best suited for small families or people in a small apartment with little need for more than one phone. The built-in answerer, a common choice, adds a big measure of convenience. A multiple-handset phone is good for active families who need phones throughout the house; this type of phone lets you put handsets in a room that doesn’t have a phone jack.

Select the technology and frequency band. A 900-MHz phone should suit most users, but that type may be hard to find because 2.4- and 5.8-GHz models dominate. You’re likely to find the widest range of models and prices with 2.4-GHz phones. But if you want to minimize problems of interference with other wireless products, look to a 5.8-GHz or 900-MHz phone. Analog phones, apt to be less expensive than digital, are fine for many people. But if privacy is important, choose a DSS or digital phone.

To be sure you’re actually getting a DSS or digital phone for its voice-transmission security, check the packaging carefully. Look for wording such as “digital phone,” “digital spread spectrum (DSS)” or “frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS).” Phrases such as “phone with digital security code,” “phone with all-digital answerer,” or “spread spectrum technology” (not digital spread spectrum) all denote phones that are less secure.

Phones that use dual-band transmission may indicate the higher frequency in a larger print on the packaging. If you want a true 2.4- or 5.8-GHz phone, check the fine print. If only the frequency is prominently shown on the package, it’s probably analog.

Settle on the features you want. You can typically expect caller ID, a headset jack, and a base that can be wall-mounted. But the features don’t end there for both stand-alone phones and phone-answerers. Check the box or ask to see an instruction manual to be sure you’re getting the capabilities and features that matter to you. As a rule, the more feature-laden the phone, the higher its price.

Performance variations. Consumer Reports’ tests show that most new cordless phones have very good overall voice quality. Some are excellent, approaching the voice quality of the best corded phones. In our latest tests, most fully charged nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) or nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries handled eight hours of continuous conversation before they needed recharging. Most manufacturers claim that a fully charged battery will last at least a week in standby mode. When they can no longer hold a charge, a replacement battery, usually proprietary, costs about $10 to $25, and may be difficult to find. Some phones use less-expensive AA or AAA rechargeable batteries. (To find a store that will recycle a used battery, call 800-822-8837.)

Give the handset a test drive. In the store, hold the handset to your head to see if it feels comfortable. It should fit the contours of your face. The earpiece should have rounded edges and a recessed center that fits nicely over the middle of your ear. Check the buttons and controls to make sure they’re reasonably sized and legible.

Don’t discard the corded phone. It’s a good idea to keep at least one corded phone in your home, if only for emergencies. A cordless phone may not work if you lose electrical power, and a cell phone won’t work if you can’t get a signal or the circuits are full. A corded phone draws its power from the phone system and can function without household AC power.

MESSAGE CENTERS AND ANSWERING MACHINES

Digital answering machines come as stand-alone devices or as part of a phone/answerer combo unit. The main advantage of a combo unit–less clutter–has to be weighed against the loss of one part of the combo if the other goes bad. Answerers usually have standard features and capabilities such as a selectable number of rings and a toll-saver, answerer on/off control, call screening, remote access from a touch-tone phone, and a variety of ways to navigate through your messages. Most have a message day/time stamp, can delete all messages or just individual ones, allow you to adjust the speaker volume, and can retain messages and greeting after a momentary power outage.

Other answerer features you may want to consider are the number of mailboxes, advanced playback controls, remote handset access, conversation recording, a message counter display that indicates the number of messages received, and a visual indicator or audible message alert that lets you know when you have new messages.

In Consumer Reports’ tests, most answerers delivered very good voice quality for recorded messages and good quality for the greeting. Phones that let you record your greeting through the handset (i.e., using the remote handset access) usually sound better. Some let you listen to your greeting through the handset, as opposed to listening though the base speaker; that gives you a better indication of how the greeting will sound to the calling party. Price range: $20 to $80 (stand-alone units); $30 to $240 (combos).

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It was indeed a trip to remember.  Through the two days going up and down the mountain, I have gone through a lot physically, mentally, and spiritually.  I write this down to share what I have gone through and to remind myself of this incredible experience I had.  And, praise the Lord for giving me this opportunity of learning.
Mount Kinabalu, located in Sabah, is the highest mountain in South East Asia, and is 4,095.2m above sea level.  Usually, people spend 2 days and 1 night to cater for the climb.  The first day is to start the climb from the base, the Kinabalu Park Headquarters all the way to Laban Rata, a rest-house located (3,263m) about three-quarters way to the top.  After staying there for the night, one would start doing the rest of the climb from about 2am in the morning so as to meet the sunrise at the summit by around 6am.  Following that is the trip climbing down to the base, with a brief stopover at Laban Rata again for a lunch.  This is what people generally do for the climb.
Every year, as I was told, there is a competition going on to finish the climb from base to the summit and back in the shortest time.  The fastest record so far is 2 hours 36 minutes, by a guy from Spain.  It is a really, really incredible speed.  In contrast, I ended up spending roughly nine (9) hours for the trip up to Laban Rata in day 1, and a record-breaking 17 hours to finish the rest to bring me back to the base in day 2. For your information, my last climbing experience happened some 24 years ago when I was at the Yellow Mountain in China.  Needless to say, this one was very demanding to me.  But I enjoyed it tremendously.

On September 11, after sorting out all the formalities at the Headquarters, and having a brief breakfast at the nearby café, I set off for the climb with my personal guide, James, at about 10am.  The weather was great, sunny and not very hot, with white clouds and the beautiful blue sky.  It didn’t take long for me to start feeling the different “flavors” the trail offers: from those with steps somewhat higher than normal (making it a bit more demanding on the knees), to big rocks scattered in irregular pattern along the path, to big and small rocks.  I said to myself quietly, “if patience is what I have to learn, I wouldn’t miss this golden opportunity.”
I was enjoying the scenery and busy shooting and finding the best angle for my lens. Took my brief lunch pack at about 1pm and continued on.  ‘By about 2:30pm, it turned a bit foggy and we could feel the humidity around.  It was towards 3:30pm that drizzling started and continued to raining heavier and heavier all the way for the rest of the evening and the night.  I had my raincoat on which was a fantastic choice because it covered the bag I carried as well.  I had a walking stick on one hand and a large bottle of mineral water on the other.  The weather became so cold that in two occasions I dropped the bottle of mineral water.  Though it was raining, my mood wasn’t too much affected because I saw it as more like giving me a variety to my trip.
As it was raining, James and I were walking the path in silence.  All I was thinking was to quickly get to the rest-house and have a good rest.  I thought James would do too.  Towards the evening, the rain becomes heavier and heavier.  I felt a world of tranquility and peace.  I took the hood off, and let the rain fall on my head.  I prayed to God to let the rain cleanse my body and soul.
One thing I noticed was that James the guide had always been keeping a close company with me.  When I was doing the photos, he patiently waited.  When I was slow in moving the steps, he just took the patience to wait for me and kept at my pace.  I said to myself, isn’t that supposed to be how the up-lines (in MLM) should take care of the down-lines?  So many times, he would show me the easy path, or he would caution me of the likely dangers.  I started to see a role model here in my network marketing business.  I think I should play the role of a guide, not a teacher, or even a coach.
People kept passing me by, including the young girls from Taiwan, Singapore, China, and some Malaysian as well.  I could not but to admit the age factor was kicking in.  (I subsequently found out a secret. Actually, most of them had at least a month’s preparation doing workout etc. to keep fit.  No wonder!)
By the time we reached the rest-house, it was already 7pm.  We hurried for the dinner and washing up and all that.  Before going to bed (sharing a room with 4 others), I made sure that I got my camera and cell-phone batteries recharged.
The guide asked me to wake up at 1am trying to prepare for an even earlier start.  Somehow, because the breakfast only started at 2am, we ended up setting off at around 2:30am.  This early morning trail could be summarized in a few words: dark, steep, torch, robe, and gloves.  ‘Some part of the climbing up is very steep.  To a point, my guide said to me and asked me perhaps it was too dangerous for me to persist to the summit.  My heart dropped.  He said what he said because he saw me having some symptoms of altitude.  A couple of times, I was feeling a bit dizzy, and at one point, I felt like wanting to throw up.
I quietly prayed to God and asked Him if I should better stop the climbing up.  There seemed a voice in my ear telling me to go on.  Doubting that might be because of my own subconscious working, I repeated the question a few times and listened.  Yes, the voice spoke the same message and this time it encouraged me to go up because there would be a prize waiting for me.  I told James that the Lord asked me to continue.  (He was a Christian too).
The rest is history.  I got to the summit by about 8am, and had been busy doing some photos along the way.  There were not much of a sunrise and people started moving down as we were moving up.  Later, we saw a very dim image of the sun when we were hanging around in the summit area. The place was basically bare with not much grass or weed.  It was breathtaking because of the elevation, and the grand rocky space it covered.  I did a prayer at the top point.  The timing and the location had made it unique.  To now, I still don’t know if a prize is set for me and if so, what the prize is.  But, I deeply felt that I have already got the best prize, that is, having God with me.
By the time we got to the summit, most of the people have moved down.  The only few that were left behind were the ones who were keen to spot something stunting for the lens, and that included me.
The journey moving down was not as easy as I anticipated.  The scenery seemed mostly unfamiliar and I was eager to get to the base as early as I could.  The last three hours of the trip down was the most demanding on my knees.  I felt the pain coming from my left knee and I could relate that to what arthritis could mean to sufferers.  I promised myself I would do everything to make sure I continue to have a truly healthy body till I die.
Finally when we landed on the bridge close to the base, the Kinabalu Park HQ, it was already dark.  I paid pity on the four women who were still at least an hour behind.  But what could I do?
James was remarkable and very professional.  He said he had been working as a guide for the last 16 years.  He was extremely patient with me.  Perhaps he might look at me as kind of old.  I don’t know and I won’t even ask.
How did I feel when I finally landed at the base?  I felt I had accomplished something.  I felt like totally worn out.  The next thing in my mind was a good meal, a good hot shower, and a good sleep.  I remembered I was like dragging my body to the motel nearby.  After all, I had a good 17 hours of walking on uneven ground.
This trip has given me a lot to think about.  It is a very good challenge to me physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.  A few days after the trip, I noticed that I had shed about three (3) pounds of unwanted fat mainly around the waist line, thanks to Mount. Kinabalu.
I would highly recommend the climb to everyone.  Would I do it again?  Well, I don’t think so.  I have done it already.  At least, not for a long, long while.

Junius Wong

www.OwnYourLifeBlog.com

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The GSM mobile phone tracking system is enclosed in all-weather-resistant housing and can be easily mounted on the vehicles. The unit receives the power from the host vehicle and starts sending signals to the command center once the ignition of vehicle is switched on or off, or the vehicle starts to move. This is a great feature and the fleet manager can clearly see which particular vehicle has stopped or in motion and its current location. This constant monitoring helps the manger to know the right position of a particular vehicle at any given time.

Unlike the current GPS system that encounters a margin of error of up to 20 feet or more, the new GPS system will be able to accurately pinpoint an object with only a few feet of error. What this means is that rather than taking you within a block of the tracker, the new GPS tracker satellites will be able to take you within steps of the tracker.

Free cell phone tracking system is one of the biggest technology advancements in the field of car security. Operating on the positioning of the radio or satellite this system is able to locate the stolen car. The vehicle tracking system is activated as soon as the car is stolen to send out signals to authorities so that they can take the appropriate action. Some GPS vehicle tracking system can also detect unauthorized movement of the vehicle. mobile phone tracking systems are used in diversified areas such as personal location service, electronic surveillance of parolees, fleet management, monitoring of cargo and other mobile assets. Driving force behind the popularity of mobile phone tracking system is its cost effective price, which has made possible for diversified use of mobile phone tracking system. GPS is a very effective tracking system, which is combined with cellular telephony technology.

The mobile phone tracking system keeps detailed record of the fleet routes, which can be analyzed later to check overall performance of the fleet. The tracking device when integrated with customized fleet management software help the fleet manger to know the exact amount of fuel consumed during a trip, the route followed and time taken to reach the destination. The system also sends back the detailed vehicular data so that preventive maintenance of the vehicle can be planned and carried out as per schedule. This prevents last minute breakdowns and also increases the active life span of the vehicle.

Blackberry phones have come a long way since they were first introduced in 1996 as two-way pagers. Modern Blackberries are wireless ‘miracles’ that incorporate the functionalities of multiple devices, from cell phones to personal computers. This has made the Blackberry a universal style and status symbol. Nowadays, carrying a Blackberry is not enough unless it has Blackberry accessories to add a ‘zing’ factor to it. People like to personalize their Blackberry phones and make it truly their own.

Blackberry Accessories: Popular Themes

BlackBerry themes are the most commonly used personalization accessory. These themes work in the same way as a typical theme system of Microsoft Windows works. You can find several unique themes on online BlackBerry accessories store, from elegant business themes to quirky and fun ones. By installing the BlackBerry theme software (Studio v5.0), you will be able to create your own theme.

Other popular Blackberry accessories are:

Blackberry Cases and Skins

Blackberry carrying cases come in all shapes, sizes, colors and materials, from basic leather holders to fashionable silicone cases. Popular designs are:

* Holster cases: These old-fashioned hip-mounted cases have plastic swivel clips that are attached to belt or trousers.

* Perspex cases: These crystal cases are typically hard, made from transparent plastic. They enable users to access the phone’s keypad, but generally restrict access to its expansion and USB slots.

* Organizer cases: These all-in-one pouches can hold not just your Blackberry, but other Blackberry accessories, such as memory cards and hands-free headset as well.

Finally, you could purchase a Blackberry skin to protect your phone. Their covers are made from cast vinyl or calendared vinyl.

Blackberry Chargers

A blackberry charger, which is generally regarded as a necessity, is increasingly being acknowledged as a stylish accessory. In fact, manufacturers are producing several state-of-the-art Blackberry chargers, including:

* Dock charger: This charger has a more stylish design than the standard wall charger, having a little base on one end, on which the Blackberry is simply placed for charging.

* Standard car charger: One end of this charger is plugged into the car’s cigarette lighter, while the other end with a USB port is plugged into the Blackberry. The chord of this charger may be curly or retractable (straight).

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The GPS navigation system offers many compelling safety benefits to travelers going into unfamiliar territory, including keeping us from getting lost, guiding us to the nearest service station, rest area or hospital, and allowing us to report our precise location to emergency responders. Though the presence of another electronic device in the car can be a distraction, those of us who recall fumbling with big, unwieldy paper roadmaps while trying to keep our eyes on the street see the in-vehicle GPS revolution as a net benefit, particularly with the addition of voice-guided, turn-by-turn directions.

Today there’s a new revolution in progress, specifically the growing availability and sophistication of GPS Navigation features on smartphones, such as the iPhone, Android and Google Nexus One. However, from a safety standpoint, there are strong arguments as to why the GPS on your cell phone is best utilized while you’re stopped or sitting in the passenger seat and a dedicated in-vehicle GPS Navigation device remains a better choice:

1. Eyes Ahead – Read With The Ears: Among the principal risks of electronic products in the automobile is the fact that they draw your eyes away from the street ahead. Practically all dedicated in-car GPS systems provide spoken turn-by-turn directions (“in one mile, turn left”). The best units also feature text-to-speech capability, i.e., they read the street names aloud (“in one mile, turn left on Main Street”). Smartphone applications don’t consistently provide these functions and the speaker volume and sound quality is typically much better on dedicated GPS Navigation devices, which have larger loudspeakers.

2. Screen Size: Even with spoken directions, there may be situations when the driver must refer to the GPS Navigation unit’s visual map display. Despite the fact that the quality of mobile displays continue to improve, their size remains smaller, considerably smaller than that of a dedicated GPS Navigation device. This makes it harder to discern detail and has the potential to hold your eyes off the street for a longer time.

3. Size of Controls: Touch screens are often tricky to operate even when you’re not driving. Because mobile phones are smaller than dedicated GPS models, the soft buttons we press to control the system are also smaller, necessitating more effort, finesse, and time to operate. Once more, this has the potential of keeping your eyes off the street.

4. Heads Up: Dedicated GPS devices are usually mounted to the windshield or dashboard such that they do not require the driver to move his / her head to see the screen; simply shifting the eyes can provide a satisfactory view. Unless a smartphone is affixed in a similar way, and not placed on the passenger seat, in the drink holder or ash tray as is commonly true, the driver will need to not only avert eyes and head to look at the display, but also may need to remove a hand from the wheel in an effort to hold the phone so it may be more simply viewed, an additional distraction.

5. Power: While dedicated GPS Navigation models usually plug into the auto’s power, we’re accustomed to the convenience of with our cell phones without plugging them in. When running on battery power, the mobile phone’s screen saver may switch on, requiring you to reactivate it (by touching the display, for example), one more distraction and requirement to remove a hand from the wheel.

6. It’s For You: It is easy to forget that your cell phone is, well, a phone. An poorly-timed mobile phone call could interfere with the capacity to navigate.

7. Precision: Acquiring a GPS transmission from space demands an antenna and sensitive GPS Navigation chip. A dedicated GPS device has a larger antenna and typically a very sensitive GPS Navigation chipset which makes sure you can receive GPS Navigation signals even among tall structures and beneath a forest canopy. Your smartphone handset can’t offer the same level of sensitivity therefore would not have the ability to estimate your location as precisely. Why is this a safety concern? Lacking a good fix on your location, your GPS could route you incorrectly or furnish directions too late for you to complete a turn safely.

There’s no doubt that smartphone technology will continue to advance and address a number of these safety issues, however for now there continue to be strong safety advantages in using a dedicated in-vehicle GPS system when using your mobile phone solely as a backup or while riding shotgun. Today’s dedicated GPS devices, such as Garmin’s nuvi line, are easily transportable and light, conveniently carried inside your purse or briefcase. If you must operate your smartphone to navigate when driving, take the following steps to maximize safety:

- Make certain your mobile phone is affixed to your windshield or dashboard in a “heads-up” location.

- Plug your mobile phone into your car or truck’s power outlet.

- Make sure that the speaker volume of your smartphone is satisfactory; use your auto’s audio system by plugging your auto’s speaker jack (if available) into your mobile phone; alternatively, make use of the smartphone’s wired or wireless earpiece to be certain that you can hear spoken directions clearly.

- Prepare and review your route in advance of when you head out and while stopped.

- Stay off the phone until you’re stopped or traveling in a region where you don’t need immediate GPS assistance