Before shopping for your next smartphone, you should take some time to read up on the handset through a Windows Mobile phone review site. Many of the PDA cellular phones on the market can seem very similar, so doing research through the reviews can mean the difference between having the hottest handset on the block and having a complete dud.
Popular Review Sites for Windows Phones
What review sites are worth visiting for Windows Mobile phones? Here are just a few.
Microsoft.com
While it may not be the best source of an objective review, getting the information straight from the horse's mouth can be the most accurate. There is an entire section on Microsoft.com dedicated to the Windows phones.
On this site, you can learn about Office Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, and Windows Live Messenger. The Windows Marketplace is also described here, describing the different applications that are available for download and purchase.
On Microsoft.com, there is also a useful tool to search for available Windows Mobile smartphones, narrowing down your selection based on carrier, keyboard, brand, and features.
MSMobiles.com
Dedicated to the world of Windows Mobile phones is the appropriately named MS Mobiles website. Don't let the simplified layout deceive you, because this blog can offer all sorts of useful information and news on Windows Mobile phones, including some reviews for your consideration. There is also a forum section for discussion with other interested consumers.
GSMArena.com
Although GSM Arena covers all sorts of different GSM cell phones, it is also a great source of information for Microsoft phones. It is not a dedicated Windows Mobile phone review site, but the reviews section on GSM Arena is comprehensive and offers a wealth of information.
While at GSMArena.com, you can also read up on the features and specifications on any given GSM phone. In the United States, T-Mobile and AT&T use the GSM standard. In Canada, GSM is used by Fido and Rogers.
Getting More from Windows Mobile
When you visit a Windows Mobile phone review site, it will usually only discuss the settings that come pre-installed by default from the manufacturer. This is only the tip of the iceberg!
It is possible to go well beyond the core functionality of a Windows Mobile phone with some customization and personalization. XDA Developers is a good site for guides in this realm, but do bear in mind that you are modifying your phone at your own risk.
