Wednesday 10 June 2009

Is Your Mobile Phone a Fashion Statement?

By Fatima Siddiqi

As you've more than likely already noticed, it seems as though most people are primarily concerned about looks rather than functionality, with regards to mobile phones. Of course, this applies to all phones, including the sim-free mobile phones, in that people now tend to choose a phone mainly according to its looks. Another example of this trend can be seen with younger generation girls who now frequently opt for pink mobiles in order to meet their taste in fashion and style.

We live in an era where fashion is ruler over all. If you are not up to date with the latest styles, you risk the possibility of being looked down upon in society. It is sad, but a lot of people feel as if looks are what it is all about. And when it comes to mobile phones, all the more. You will find that people are purchasing phones that are bit inconvenient when it comes to use, but look fantastic when it comes to appearance. Take for instance the new slim design phones. They come equipped with a camera, games, and internet. They are compact and can easily be stored almost anywhere. But the downside is the use of the keyboard and the probability that it could easily break. But obviously, people are no longer concerned with those aspects.

This obsession with fashion is particularly apparent when it comes to mobile phones, which is why more and more people are buying mobiles which may essentially be less than ideal with regards to functionality, so long as they look the part. This can be seen in the ever increasing popularity of the ultra-slim mobiles which come complete with camera, internet access and etcetera. Of course the keyboard is nothing short of a nightmare, not to mention the phones are far from being robust, but obviously these are issues which no longer concern the average person.

Now, don't get me wrong because there's nothing wrong in wanting a phone that has all these handy features. Instead, all I'm saying is, you should be prepared to invest a little more time in determining a phone's quality before arriving at a decision that most of the latest phones don't come cheap. This is especially true if you're one of the millions who replace their phones on a yearly basis, or those who buy a new phone every few months. Hell, that's a lot of money to be dishing out simply so you can have a new fashion accessory.

Even if all we ever do is call our friends and family, a sim free mobile phone is still a necessity. So don't be afraid to take some time to learn about all of the great features that your mobile phone has to offer. You might end up pleasantly surprised at what is beneath all of those good looks!

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