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21.9.12

Grand X a Smartphone by ZTE

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ZTE has come up with the latest in its Smartphone series ZTE Grand X. This is an Android powered device. It is said to be fast in processing, trendy and stylish but these are not the only attractive features, there is more than meets the eye. Let us find out more about this Smartphone by ZTE.

Design and hardware

The design of the ZTE Grand X is trendy and stylish at the first glance. Through not exactly unique or something that stands out on its own but enough to grab attention of a user. Small and handy this phone measures 4.3 inches of screen display with a bit of chunk as the thickness measures at 10mm. The corners of the phone are rounded unlike other brands that are more into cornered edges looks or angular designs. Perhaps this is the reason why this phone is easy to hold in the palm of the hand without the edges sinking into your hands.

Following the same convention as the other touch screen phones Grand X too has essential key controls located at the bottom of the screen, home, settings, back and search. The front top row consists of a VGA camera for video-chat and light sensor to sense favorable lighting conditions. The top right side has a power button, on the left side you will find an audio jack measuring 3.5mm.

The front panel has a plastic finish and the backside has a rubber coating that might act as a protection in case you drop it to cushion it. Overall, the phone seems to be in a plastic finish except the backside. This phone has a primary 5 mp Camera with a flash that is located at the back panel of the phone for capturing images and enable video recording. With the flash facility it is easy to capture decent pictures in low light.

The display screen is an LCD with a resolution of 960x540, it is capacitated with multi-touch technology making it smoother to navigate and responsive to touch. You get a 256 ppi this enables in projecting clear images and sharp display. The colors and the contrast are something to swear by. However, you just need to be careful with the brightening effect, often in the sunlight you may find it a bit disappointing.

Performance and Software

The performance of the phone is well rewarded with the Nvidia Tegra 2 (dual core processor) with 1GHz. Another interesting thing added is the software that is capacitated for enhancing the graphic quality, ULP GeForce GPU (Graphics Processing Unit). The only disappoint it seems to have is the RAM with mere 512 MB one cannot expect it to churn out hard-core gaming activities or streaming videos. This only seems good enough for performing basic web surfing functionality like social media browsing, e-mails and search functionality.

You can still perform some light gaming activities that are made possible with graphics kit. You can easily work your way through games like Dead Trigger without any lag in performance.

Internal memory provided is that of 4GB which seems quite decent for storing music files and video clips easily. You can expand the memory up to 32GB via micro SD card. Other things include various connectivity options like:

• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth
• DLNA
• Hotspot connectivity
• Micro USB
• Audio Jack (3.5mm)

The software of this phone has a 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich that enhances its performance and makes it run smooth. Another thing is TouchPal Curve, this is third-party software for enabling smooth typing and entering text input easily. This software enables in smooth typing of characters without having to bother about making any mistakes.

Battery

Grand X comes with a removable Lithium-ion battery that is 1650mAh. This battery is capable of giving you an output of 5 hours non-stop with normal usage and 2 hours in case of continuous gaming without having to charge it. This is clearly indicative of powerful battery and a long lasting battery life.

Verdict

ZTE Grand X is a good phone with decent display screen, faster processor, good battery life and powered with Android with a price of $326.42 is a good deal to go with.

She is a Technology writer who is keen on any new emerging technology updates. She is working with Qresolve as a Technical Support Engineer. Semeli Karen McPherson has been offering online tech support to global customers for issues related to laptops, desktops, Mac and devices including iPods, tablets, iPhones, computer support and more.She caters to the segment of core technology and provides viable solutions to any issues related to technology and software. Her expertise and skills in handling key technology issues is immaculate and quick result bearing. Through her articles and postings she aims to provide knowledge and solutions to common technology issues that a user faces.


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4.9.12

Is the Samsung Galaxy S2 The Most Loved Smartphone?

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Last year was a triumph for Samsung as the firm brought out a number of similar Galaxy models in the range, but the S2 was head and shoulders above the rest and many would argue the competition too. It's a similar-looking device to the rest of the Galaxy range, which is no bad thing, but it's deeply intriguing who the electronics giant has managed to cram so many tech into this smartphone that it's worth buying just to try and work that out!

Let's look at the specifications then, and see what makes the Samsung Galaxy S2 so incredible: -

The Processor - The dual core 1.2GHz unit in the S2 is unbelievably quick and has only just recently been pipped by the 1.5GHz chip in the HTC Sensation XE. It's more than fast enough for everyday duties and if you're a resource-heavy user too. There is an expected quad-core 1.5GHz chip expected in the S3, though, which will take Samsung back to the top.

Screen - The super AMOLED capacitive LED screen is so impressive that other manufacturers are left scratching their heads. Even the iPhone 5 is being rumoured to borrow the technology when it reaches the market later in the year. It's that good! At 480 x 800 the screen resolution isn't the highest but the processor speed and that special screen combine to give impressive graphics at a fast rate, and it's more than capable of making you say, "Wow" when you first use it. Encased in Gorilla Glass, the super-protective, scratch-resistant covering you can expect the Galaxy S2 to last for a very long time without showing scratches.

Thanks to that impressive screen, watching videos and browsing images is akin to a full HD TV. There is so much functionality and impressive clarity that makes this screen the one to beat right now.

Android Operating System - Android phones are the most popular in the world right now. Beating off Apple's flagship phones easily, although mainly due to many manufacturers using it, this operating system is deeply impressive. It comes complete with Gingerbread 2.3 OS preloaded. This works perfectly with the processor and RAM configurations that everything you seem to do is seamless and effortless. It's slicker than BP's finest and it's so easy and intuitive to use.

Thanks to the customisable TouchWiz v4.0 user-interface you can make your Android phone work perfectly for your needs and with millions of apps to download you can have a wide range of widgets, movies, books, games and apps at your fingertips.

So, as you can see there are plenty of reasons why the Samsung Galaxy S2 is killing off the competition and why more than 20 million handsets have been sold already. There are still rumours around the release date of the Galaxy S3 but it's due to be soon, especially as the iPhone 5 (or new iPhone as it's being called) is due out in the autumn. It's certainly something to look forward to but for now, the S2 is more than capable of being the smartphone you've always dreamed of.


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14.2.12

Using Google Voice To Reduce Your Smartphone Bill

Smartphone agreements are complicated when voice service is in question. You can go overboard plus have a thousand or further extra minutes that won't be necessary to use every month, or minimize your usage and track your minutes at every end of each billing phase to ensure you don't surpass the cap. But if you have a Google Voice app on your Android smartphone, you can cut your voice usage considerably by steering calls through your smartphone's 4G or 3G connection-or, if you can rely on Wi-Fi connections only, you may well eliminate your cell service completely.

What's Google Voice?

Google Voice service has been around since March 2009. It uses Voice over IP, a communications protocol that drives voice and multimedia communications via the Internet. Which means your voice is communicated out over your Internet connection as an alternative over the normal voice network. Generally, your Internet connectivity should handle a minimum of 80Kps both ways to receive high-quality voice signal and with low latency. Fairly much any cable, mobile broadband, or DSL connection nowadays can take care of that.

Google Voice is applicable with any Android phone and accessible by just installing the app, however in that scheme, it will mean you'll still have to use your cellular minutes. So as to receive the calls using your mobile broadband or Wi-Fi connection, and you'll also require another app, Groove IP, to direct calls from landline to your Google's number, which evades the cellular network completely.

How to set up Google Voice

The first step is to sign up for the service. But for Google account holders, open voice.google.com and proceed.

Non-Google account holders will need to create one. Once an account has been created and the necessary required information filled, click to request a new number. Pick the area code and then look for the number you would like. Once a number is chosen, you will be prompted for a PIN to use for authentication purposes.

Subsequently, click the cog at the top right under the Google Voice page and see the options. Go to the Settings and add your landline's phone number by clicking Add a new phone (not your cell number!). You'll receive a call from Google to verify if the number is valid.

After your account is set up; the next step is to access the Android Market to download the Voice app, if you don't have the app already. Setting up is simple: Log in, confirm the similar forwarding number that you previously set up on the Web, and verify 'Use Voice' for all calls (tap the menu button on your smartphone and head to Settings in app, and subsequently into Making Calls). The app can also be set to take care of all your voicemails.

Take into account that sometimes you could run into circumstances where your Internet connection isn't enough to make the call. In such instances, just have your Wi-Fi connection turned off, and Google Voice will prompt you if you'd prefer calling over your normal network instead.

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6.2.12

Smartphone, iPad, Kindle VS Electronic Reader

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Driving the market Kindle, Amazon absolute star became. American network magazine Slate editor James veith bloomberg (Jacob Weisberg) on March 22, highly writing Kindle, says it will change the world. Now in the United States "f booth magazine web site in the writing, and BeiZuo have already, and in the 15 th century alive into Europe type printing is famous in the Gutenberg. This with Kindle at the end of 2007's just come out in a question of when the sound, form bright contrast. Amazon's opponent is aware of this kind of pressure. Finally, even once thought that" people no longer reading "the Steve jobs also according to do to keep, offering a -function more powerful iPad tablet computer, to advance the market. IPad have ebook function, is likely to impact the Kindle. According to market research firm Forrester forecast, in 2009 the United States ebook reader sales for 3 million, and in 2010, the sales will soar to 10 million. From 2 years ago introduced Amazon Kindle, today more and more manufacturers roll into the among them, the ebook market will appear in this year growth? If the answer is yes,

We saw the ebook in the rise of products at the same time, saw it from other product lines for the impact of the ebook market, which, of course, which contains current of the rapid development of the smartphone industry and tablet computer inndeed, the current mobile phone indudustry. Istry and the development of the emerging ebook market did in many ways have in common, and even the most main function also is ebook on a smartphone derived from a small application, so we can expect in the future development of mobile phone industry, tablet computer industry and ebook field will have more chance of direct talks. It is also based on the above reasons, we very is necessary to analyze current ebook and intelligent mobile phone industry, tablet computer industry there are various competition relationship.

The students can now carry the modern, ultra-thin ebook reader to go to school, and don't have to ignore the heavy bag. They can spend 30% or lower prices; buy a semester teaching material for the right to use the electronic version, after the end of the copies will be deleted. In the ebook, can be embedded video, can also provide students with the interactive function and self test. Some experts predict, probably in the next 10 years, most U.S. College students-even a lot of medium and small students-through some kind of electronic equipment will be reading materials, not use paper books. That will be a far-reaching influence to the teachers and students, let alone worth us $9.9 billion to the teaching material to impact the publishing industry. U.S. experts predict that it will not be long; "some innovative university" will request the university freshman equipped with apple's iPad, and urged the professors with iPad to lessons. "Change is inevitable. It is just a matter of time".And if the ebook is in PDF format and want to read on iPad, the users need to convert PDF to ePub files.

From the whole industry to see ebook, cost all focused on the piece that basically has advanced technology of electronic ink screen, at the same time as the domestic manufacturers is very fierce competition and we want to make money by selling hardware is unlikely. Although some manufacturers may have certain books behind resources, but faced with the Internet are full of can download the ebook, look at the user's free consciousness, these ebook vendors want to earn from our consumers go buy resources in the money really not too. Of course this is decided by the user habit, but so this seemingly perfect article also analyzes in domestic will meet a great challenge. Instead of cell phone users are not by these influence, because before hadn't online buying books habit, want to read a book will also go to find some free of charge. So the mobile phone manufacturer will not be similar problems.

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Some believe that reading habit is not so easy to change, they said that the traditional paper books has a history of two thousand years. However, think about people from pen writing to the situation when writing computer now, who can sure reading not to walk in the footsteps of writing as the rapid changes? Of course the premise is: the ebook to do good enough. Apple the launch of new iPad tablet computer became each big media "pet". The New York times, the Wall Street journal, USA today, CNBC reported from in succession, lest down to the people. But most of ebook is in mobi format, so users need to convert mobi to ePub files and view on kindle with the aid of mobi to ePub software.

In the following Oscar ceremony, apple CEO Steve jobs with iPad debuted, the lost no time in a time to show. Tablet computer is not anything new stuff, but the iPad is not the same. This is considered a "will to the Internet, ebook reader market caused huge impact" of new products. On education, electronic reading published, media industries affect the future, and it is having infinite imaginary space. Teachers don't have to waste time on the blackboard writing notes copy the topic, but the assignment of electronic documents directly, sent to the students on the ebook. Students do homework, direct to email to send to the teacher.

IPad is not only good, there seems still draw. According to figures released by the apple, April 3, iPad sold the first day open sold more than 30 departments. In order to preheat the new product, the apple blossoms trembled the great strength. February 1, gammy awards ceremony, American comedian Stephen cole burt (Stephen Colbert) presenting, and pretended to be searched through pocket find winners, all of a sudden I from suit out of a iPad, accesses the winners from above, not proudly announced that "song of the year" award.

There is no doubt that, looks from the long history of human, ipad, Kindle birth, the achievement of a profound change- This change will reform humans for thousands of years civilization bearing and spread of the way, will also be lasting, profound changes our lives. Google, SONY and other international giant had already involved in electronic reading, China is also exploring the ebook manufacturers of Shouting "ten years to replace paper books" brave, hardware manufacturers, content providers, and even mobile operator, rushing to squeeze into the industry. At the same time, the birth of the ebook and extended will also give the traditional industry has brought great reconstruction or change, especially the traditional press, entity bookstore and the distribution system. The cloud of smoke, this piece of full of hormonal land is waiting for the arrival of the conqueror.

EBooks are e-book files that you just can quickly download to your laptop, laptop, or portable examining system such as the Nook or the Kindle. It's also superior to learn the font size and model may be transformed according to what your eyes can bear. Absolutely everyone is actually fortunate ample to own this Ebook Reader Electronic by Amazon. Also you can use ePub creator for Mac software to make ePub ebook., and with PDF to ePub converter tool you can easily make eBook from all other formats.


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30.1.12

Have An Android-Based Smartphone That's Acting Up On The Ford Sync System?

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Is your Android-based smartphone acting up on a Ford Sync hands-free system? Then you might need this "workshop" in your vehicle to get the system working better.

Many Ford vehicles have the Microsoft Sync system installed for hands-free infotainment access. The system works well with most phones. However, if some phones - especially Android-based and Blackberry phones - are "paired" incorrectly, then they might not work well or they might not work at all.

Android based cell phones require a different "pairing process".

For those who have already paired your phone, then consider doing a "Clean pairing." This means going to the Phone Menu (displayed on the LED screen in the center console or on the Touch Screen navigation window). Select System Settings, Bluetooth Devices, Delete Device. Select your phone, and then push the OK button on steering wheel or dash to delete it. Then go to the phone, to its Settings folder, Bluetooth Settings, Connected Devices, and then "delete" the phone.

As an added measure, turn your vehicle off, and raise the hood. Then loosen and pull the black battery cable clamp assembly off the battery post for about a minute. Then replace it and retighten it. Close your hood and return to the vehicle. Turn it on. Let it run for about 5 minutes. Then turn the vehicle off, and open the door to make sure everything is powered down. Then restart the vehicle. This completes the initial part of the "Clean Pairing" process.

Here are instructions to "Pair" a phone for the first time, or to continue the "Clean Pairing" process. Turn on your vehicle. Turn on your radio. Be sure your phone is turned on. Now go to the Phone Menu on your vehicle's center console. Select System Settings, then Bluetooth Devices, then Add Bluetooth Device, then push OK to begin pairing and the system will come back with a 6-digit PIN. For those of you with the LED screen on your center console, turn the tuning knob until it says Special PIN, hit OK, and it usually comes up with "0000" (or the alternate"1234"). Then go to your phone, to the Settings, turn Bluetooth on. Set the phone in Discovery Mode. Go to Add New Devices and push Add Device. When it recognizes the Sync system, it may initially say something like "Handsfree device." Wait until it shows "Sync." Then tap the Sync button on the phone. Usually, after a few seconds, it will come back and prompt you to enter the PIN number. Enter the "0000" (or the "1234" number) and then push Pair on the phone. For those with the Touch Screen NAV system, you have to use the 6-digit PIN. Some Android smartphones assume the PIN is "0000" and enters those numbers automatically.

Be sure to watch, some Android phones come back with a sub-menu that asks you if you want to keep the Bluetooth "Always On" -- tell it OK. The Sync system will then ask if you want to make this the Primary Phone, push OK on the steering wheel or console. Tell it OK on the 911 Assist. When it asks to Download Phonebook, now you can push OK, and OK again, and it will download the phone contacts.

The 6-digit PIN sometimes gets an Android phone confused so the Phonebook does not download completely, or at all. The 6-digit PIN works fine with the Apple iPhone. Using the 4-digit PIN corrects that and it seems to hold the Bluetooth signals better so it doesn't drop calls or shift back into Privacy Mode.

Another thing to do is to register an account on Ford's SyncMyRide website. This site is a resource for all Sync users and has a wealth of resource information and videos. Check to see if there is a software upgrade - you can download them from the website. A common problem with outdated Sync software is to have the system randomly switch to Privacy Mode. Or sometimes if it seems the vehicle's microphone cannot "hear you," then it is usually due to old software that needs to be updated. Also, about once a week, be sure to power down your phone. Then restart it. Also, check to see if the firmware on your phone is current.

Vince Hennigan is a certified Sync Specialist for Ford. In-vehicle technologies are expanding every day. Sometimes you may need to do some research, so visit my blog at http://www.fordtechlane.com/. Questions? Contact me at fordtechlane@gmail.com


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16.1.12

Thoughts on iPad 2 and Smartphone Protection in 2012

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If you've bought a fancy new tablet or smart phone, the chances are it has either cost you a substantial sum up front, or you'll be paying for it every month for the next two years.

Given the investment, it is highly likely that you'll want to keep it shiny and new for as long as is feasibly possible.

As smartphones have become more popular, there has been an increasing need to help protect these devices. The sheer complexity of these gadgets means that an awful lot of fragile components need to be squeezed into the smallest space possible, whilst making them durable enough to survive life's little knocks and drops.

Naturally, manufacturers' have had to consider one of the most fragile parts of their devices, the screen. Smartphone designs have featured increasingly large screens which eventually grew to cover the entire face of today's devices. The introduction of touch screen controls eliminated the need for conventional buttons, save for some volume control and power buttons on the edges, so these screens had to also be able to stand up to regular contact.

These screens then, needed to be made of a material that had all the properties of glass, but needed to be thinner and more durable. For a time, many early smartphones featured plastic screens that were prone to scratching; and so increasing handset returns as a result of damage gave some models a reputation for poor build quality which had begun to affect some brands. Then, Corning re-engineered an old product from 1962 called ChemCor, so that it was suitable for use in mobile devices. This product resulted in a glass that was substantially thinner, but equally durable, making phones much more resilient to day-to-day damage and wear and tear whilst allowing the designers greater flexibility over phone weight and aesthetics.

Naturally, smartphone and tablet protection can still be improved. Many keen eyed mobile phone accessory providers found that they could provide new cases to cater for the likes of Apple's iPad 2 and the latest glass fronted HD smartphones with slip on covers. These add further protection to avoid cosmetic scratches and dust. Some popular tablet and iPad 2 Cases feature stands and other useful additions that make media consumption easier.

Recent innovations however, have brought about a slew of new protective technologies. Corning has announced Gorilla Glass 2, which they claim will be 20% lighter than their existing offering, which can be found in 20% of all current smartphones. Other companies are promising device waterproofing, through the application of a spray that seals electronics during manufacture. Many are skeptical, but if they reach a deal with any of the big manufacturers, we could see devices that actually last the length of their contracts, braving heavy rains and the occasional, unintentional swim in the bath.

As protective technologies continue to improve, it may not be long before we're snapping underwater holiday photos on our phones. There are however, aftersales accessories that promise similar protection, such air tight gadget bags and holders, so you can attach your iPad safely to your bathroom wall and watch a film; or in an instance I've previously seen, a mount used in boats that shields the chosen device from the elements, allowing you to use its onboard GPS as a back-up navigational instrument.

Until our devices become completely infallible however, you may want to take out some personal electronics insurance... Just in case.

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20.12.11

Smartphone Leasing The New Alternative To Lengthy Contracts?

At the moment high end smartphones such as the iPhone 4S and the main competitor handsets such as the Samsung Galaxy S2 and the BlackBerry Bold 990, have all seen major technological advances over the last few years. But, to the cost of the consumers. Who now in order to obtain the handsets must choose a 24 month contract that can begin at £41 per month. If willing the monthly cost or the contract duration can be reduced to a more manageable £36 per month or to an 18 month contract. But again there's another trap. As this will incur a one-off fee to be paid for the handset. The fee has been seen with not just the iPhone but many other high end smartphones, around the £99 mark. Depending on how many months and how much will be billed each month.

For many a commitment of this kind can be difficult. Therefore, fortunately there is a large selection of medium to low end smartphones that still offer similar connectivity and specifications but may be made with cheaper materials. Such as the Samsung Galaxy Ace and the HTC Desire S. Still offering compelling packages but lacking in WOW factor and for many early adopters difficult to embrace.

But just recently a network provider in the UK, 02, have announced the launch of a new leasing service called 02 Lease, where customers will rent the phone for a 12 month duration. This can open the doors for many to obtain such expensive handsets with a very appealing contract length.

The new service offers a brand new phone with no up-front payment. The monthly payments are set to reach a whopping £55 a month. But this will include insurance, 750 mins and 500 MB data with unlimited minutes.

Giving the latest technology to those who do not want an upfront cost for the handset and being stuck to a two year contract. Therefore creating as little barriers as possible. It can be difficult to imagine how many other network providers will begin to offer this new leasing model.

But it sure sounds like a contract that may just become popular. Because living without smartphones for many people in the UK and even around the world would be a nightmare. With everyday activities with such accessibility is incredible. Users have access to a notepad, calculator, camera with up to 8 mega pixels, phone book, internet browsing and not to mention the diversity of Apps that can cover almost ever requirement out there. Even making cheap calls to Australia, USA and even China is now affordable via a mobile phone.

So whether leasing, paying monthly or going Pay As You Go (PAYG) there will always be a demand for smartphones. Further backed by the ever increasing sales for smart phones. What will you be choosing?

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1.12.11

Places to Sell Your Smartphone

So you've decided to sell your smartphone. You're dying to get your hands on the latest iPhone 4S.

You've got everything you need to make a transaction. But the question is where do you sell it anyway?

There are many places where you can sell your smartphone. You could sell it to your sibling, but obviously they're going to ask for an insane discount because you're related. You could also sell it to your neighbor, but they might just do the same, since you're all living together in one area.

If you're having trouble picking a place where you can sell your smartphone, there are two ways you can choose to sell it. You can either do it locally or online. If this is your first time selling something, then here are some places you can check out.

Offline methods:

1. Classified Ads
Though it may look outdated to you, it's still an effective way to put yourself out there. It's also the quickest way to sell since the ads usually get printed immediately. If you print it in your local newspaper, it's a great way to meet up with the buyer. They can check out your device and inspect it for themselves, thus avoiding scams.

2. Posters and Fliers
Also, you don't necessarily have to print advertisements in newspapers. You can advertise in your local electronics store. Usually the owners are kind enough in putting up fliers in their shops when someone wants to make a sale.

3. Garage sales
This is an even more unlikely place to sell your smartphone, your computer, or other technological gadgets. But this is still worth a try, since you never know if you have a fellow neighbor that's also into tech stuff. If they aren't, they can surely point you to the right person who is interested in buying your device.

Online methods:

1. Social Networking Websites
You can utilize websites such as Facebook and Twitter. Don't think it's a silly way to sell your smartphone. It's actually a very good way to sell stuff because people already know you there. They trust you and know information about you, and you can use this to your advantage.

It's also a very good place to make a quick sale, because others can refer your item to their friends, and their friends, and so on. It's no wonder that many people actually sell cars and clothes on Facebook.

2. Craigslist
You can try your hand at selling your device through Craigslist. It's a website that's simple to use where you can post free classified advertisements. The only downside to this very simple approach is that there is barely any information about the sellers at all. Be careful in dealing with this website.

3. eBay
This website is one of the most popular online marketplaces around. You can find a lot of weird things here, and even a lot of prank sales that are funny.

Here, you can get a good gauge of the price for your smartphone. It'll give you an idea of the second hand market and how to sell online, if you're new to these things. There's even a guide by eBay about selling mobile phones. Users can also provide feedback about the sale, increasing your reputation as a credible seller. This ensures that the next time you make a sale, someone is sure to buy your stuff.

4. Amazon
Amazon.com is also similar to eBay but its interface is more inviting and professional. They make a lot of money through transactions, and they even have their own products like the Amazon Kindle, an e-book reader. You can also be an approved seller here, increasing your online reputation. This is good if you're looking forward to selling more stuff in the future.

With these methods, it won't be hard to sell your smartphone to a willing prospect. Just be sure to check out the policies and guidelines of selling, especially with online marketplace.

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