Blast From The Past: Get Your Retro Cell Phone Headset!Listen up, Canadians! Fido Solutions has come out with two retro cell phones that are sure to please. Fido Solutions has been satisfying its customers with solid data communication services for years. Formerly Microcell Telecommunications, they support global roaming and have coupled with hundreds of roaming partners around the world. This article will take a closer look at Samsung’s E747 and Nokia’s 6555 models. We’ll also look at some other options to get that retro feel if you decide neither phone is right for you. First, we have the Samsung E747. It is a slider phone offered for under $100 (if you sign a service contract). It comes with a 2.0 megapixel camera and plenty of cool features. Fido also includes a free memory card (1 gig) for storing lots and lots of pictures and music. You can also purchase software that lets you use your iPhone for surveillance. Next, there’s the Nokia 6555. It’s a GSM flip phone that also includes with a camera (1.3 megapixels), a nice external display with an old-fashioned clock. It’s not a really fancy phone—it’s uncomplicated and user-friendly. It’s well-suited for those who want a phone without a lot of confusing “bell and whistle” features. That’s not to say it’s a totally bland phone, as it does support Bluetooth technology. It comes in several different colors and includes a case that clips on your belt. The reviews on both phones have been very positive. They are cellulars that deliver good talk time, simplicity without skimping out on quality, and both at a reasonable price (about $75 for either phone). Most customers have been pleased with both. Not to worry if neither phone tickles your fancy, though…there are other kinds of retro options for those who don’t go for either option. Did you know you can buy a traditional looking handset that plugs into your cell phone so it will look like you’re talking on an old-fashioned landline, only not? Talk about turning some heads! Just imagine yourself standing there on the street with a cord coming out of your pants pocket and a standard landline handset attached…how awesome is that? You’re sure to draw some attention and get some hearty laughs. The best place to get yourself one is a website called ThinkGeek.com. ThinkGeek has a sweet Western Electric replica that runs for about $30.00. They also carry adapters for several major models for $5.00.
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