Basic mobile phones have helped us stay in touch through text messaging and calls, but smartphones allow us to stay in touch further with our friends, colleagues, and family through social media. They are like small personal computers and databanks that can fit in your pocket, and they serve as an all-in-one entertainment center that lets you play and listen to music, take photos, watch and record videos, and enjoy games.
Smartphones can be purchased unlocked. This means that you can use them regardless of your mobile phone service provider. Locked phones might be inconvenient if you do not wish to be tied to a provider for at least 12 to 24 months just to obtain the latest and most high-end smartphone. In that case, you have the option to buy an unlocked smartphone online.