So Many Choices - Which Android Phone is Right for You?

It's been covered before, but it deserves a second look: after all, picking a cell phone really is hard. If you've already decided on the Android platform from reading the other article on the topic, then you may be looking for more information about what Android phones are available to you.

The first phone to take a look at is the Motorola Droid X. The Droid has been called the classic Android phone, and there are a few reasons for that. Even though it hasn't been as hyped up as the launch of the EVO 4G from Sprint or the HTC Incredible, the Droid X definitely brings some interesting features to the table. For starters, the phone has been called a "walking camcorder" because you can record video in crisp HD quality. It goes without saying that still images aren't a problem either. The screen is pretty massive at 4.3 inches, giving you the ability to really watch all your favorite TV shows and even a few movies no matter where you decide to go.

Since we're talking Android, you have access to plenty of applications in the Android Market, where all Android apps live until they make their way onto your phone.

It's a Verizon phone though, so you'll be on Verizon's network if you go with the Droid X.

For those on AT&T, you have some choices aside from settling for the Apple iPhone. On the Android side, there's the Samsung Captivate, a phone that's devoted to giving you the best features of the Android line without too many downsides. The Captivate has a 4 inch screen, which is noticeably less than the Droid X on Verizon, but it's still pretty big. The screen is richly lit thanks to the Super AMOLED display. The processor is very fast at 1 GHz flat, and you'll definitely need as much processor as you can get -- there is 720p HD video capture to be had in this phone, which is definitely processor intensive. There is a 5 megapixel camera, which isn't as nice as what you would find on the Sprint EVO 4G, but it's still a nice camera.

Overall, the right Android phone is the one that matches up with the career that you already have. If you're locked into a contract with the company, you may want to stick with the phones offered there. However, if you can move around, then you're free to pursue any deal that looks extra tempting to you.


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