Popular phone models that support MP3 ring tones

Tag : Mobile Phone D500


Over the years with the way the mobile phone industry has evolvedacross the globe, the fine line between a mandate and a feature ina mobile phone has become blurred. Surely, who would say that a 1.3mp camera is a feature anymore or for that matter even a radio?Phone book memories are supposed to be large. It is a mandate, notreally a feature. And with technological upgradation of existingmandates to peg them as unique features having a strong sellingproposition, it is no wonder that consumers are making the most ofthis scuffle between leading manufacturers.

With the craze of mobilizing music having caught on with a largesection of the mobile phone users market, manufacturers arebundling their handsets with software's compatible with a varietyof sound formats such as MP3, WAV, WMA, et al. Experts say thatconsumers prefer to have an MP3 ring tone player on their mobilephones as compared to a music playing software or even a videorecorder. This could probably be the insight behind Motorola's RAZRV3.

This super slim phone has a basic camera, MP3 ring toneplayer, and Bluetooth connectivity, all packed neatly into a verystylish looking handset. Although it can playback video MPEG 4 withsound, it does not have the more advanced features such as memorycard, music player, or even a video recorder. Yet, it is doing verywell for itself. Launched towards the end of 2004, the RAZR V3 isstill a head turner being really thin at 13.9mm and lookingextremely suave because of the anodized aluminum finish. This keepsthe handset lightweight and strong at the same time protecting itfrom the wear and tear of everyday use. The Motorola RAZR V3 is asteal for someone looking for basic features packaged into a high end looking handset.

The Samsung D500 with its 1.3 mp camera, and, video recording andmessaging, bundles MP3 ring tone playing software as well. Thislarge display screen gadget has Bluetooth connectivity along with aUSB cable port. Industry experts say that this has been one ofSamsung's best offering to the market and pegged the product as acomplete entertainment package. The D500 has Java embedded gamesand the integrated hands free speakerphone plays good quality songsthrough the MP3 player.

The Sony Ericsson series of W phones meaning WALKMAN phones tookthe market by storm. One of the improvised and therefore betterversions of this series the W890i is 10 mm thick, and weighing only78 g, still looks very attractive. The featherweight look and feeldoes not mean that there is a compromise on the offering. TheWALKMAN plays MP3 and other format tracks, the sound of which canbe boosted through the Bluetooth stereo provided or just byplugging in authentic Sony ear phones to the proprietary jack.

Thisalso means that the MP3 ring tones are played at a better qualityof sound. This phone comes with SensMe software installed thatallows the user to create a playlist based on the tempo and mood ofthe songs. Although it has a 3.2 mp camera, the absence of LEDflash and auto focus restricts the photographic output produced.However, as analysts defend, this phone is not meant to substituteone's need for a camera as much as it is meant to fulfill one'sneed for a music player whilst on the move.

Although most of Nokia's handsets now have MP3 ring tone playercapabilities, the 6300, according to industry reports, is one ofthe top favourites. The stainless steel finish along with goodmultimedia capabilities makes this handset a classical piece forsomeone who is looking at getting good value for their money.