The technology field has gone through several changes during the past few years, most of us remember the years when the Sanyo 6400 was thought to be the top of the line because of its flat design, gray finish and because it was featured in the MIB movie during the time it was to be launched. The fact is that compared to today's range of features found in many mobile phones, such model lacked several features which are indispensable to most consumers.
If you recall such cell phone style then you know that "the web" which users were able to access at the time was strictly text based, even if the screen had color; while it was an inconvenience the ability to access the web through a mobile phone was actually thought to be an impressive breakthrough in the telecommunication industry. Things didn't stop there, newer mobile phones improved the way the web was accessed by providing screens with higher resolutions using liquid crystal display, this was later on improved and perfected.
With improvements in screen resolution users are now able to access the web in a more natural way compared to the old text based form, newer cell phone features increased the demand of these devices because it is convenient to have mobile access to emails, stock quotes and such. Internet is not the only feature added to newer models; MP3 players and digital cameras have been added as well. The most recent cell phone model which created big change in the telecom industry was the iPhone by Apple.
As far as you know that's all there is to it but that is not true, newer versions are incorporating what is called VOIP or voice over IP in cell phones compared to traditional formats such as GSM. VOIP is complemented with high-speed WLAN Internet connection, higher resolution cameras (2.0 MP+), radio (in addition to mp3 player), more web based applications, etc. One of the many cell phones which supports VOIP and all the features mentioned is the Nokia 6300i; while the design may not be as good as the iPhone the features are certainly attractive; if you are a Skype user then you know the benefits this technology can offer. The way phone numbers and VOIP contacts are organized has changed as well, new phone models will allow hundreds to thousands of records to be listed side by side for easy browsing.
The integration of voice over IP in cell phones is very exciting, it will enhance the way we communicate and create a great buzz around the telecommunication industry during the next few months.
