The first cell phones just let you make calls on the go. Now manufacturers try to outdo one another with the latest features. Which phones stand out from the pack? See more »

With better technology, personal digital assistants, or PDAs, get better at helping us organize our lives. But is that really a good thing? See more »

When it comes to your cell phone, your biggest concerns may be losing it or going over your minutes. But should you be concerned that it's a sperm killer? See more »

Nokia revealed the first fully integrated mobile-payment cell phone, or NFC phone in 2007. Learn about NFC technology and mobile payment trials around the globe. See more »

Smartphones and social networking lets us plan spontaneous meetups and discover new people. But is it really a good idea to share your exact location with people you don't know? See more »

Who hasn't fantasized about throwing someone's cell phone out the window after unwillingly hearing way too much of his or her conversation? Cell-phone jammers silence these yappers and all other calls, obnoxious or otherwise, in a given area. But are they legal? See more »

In line at the corner deli, weaving through traffic, right next to you at a movie theater ... cell phones are everywhere. But are they really that different from walkie-talkies? See more »

The BlackBerry has become a tremendously popular mobile email device. Learn how a BlackBerry works and about BlackBerry hardware, software and patent disputes. See more »

BlackBerry outages are brief, unscheduled interruptions in service due to things like software failures. Learn when BlackBerry outages have occurred. See more »

Figuring out which cell phone is right for you can be a real puzzle. Learn about the various features you can find in cell phones, as well as some of the pitfalls to look out for, so you can make an educated purchase! See more »