A mobile phone is a handheld electronic device used for long-range mobile communication. A mobile phone is also called a cell phone or simply a cell phone. A cell phone uses a network of specialized base stations called “Cell Sites” for the purpose of mobile communication. These cell sites are connected to a public switched telephone network (PSTN). Most of today’s mobiles (except satellite phones) use a cellular network of base stations.

Nokia is the world’s largest manufacturer of mobile phones. Other leading cell phone manufacturers include Samsung, LG, Motorola and Sony Ericsson. Countries like the UK have more mobile phone devices than their total population. China currently has more than half a billion mobile phone users. About 85 percent of the world’s population is already covered by cell phone networks. Africa has the highest growth rate of mobile subscribers in the world.

Due to the advancements in mobile technology, manufacturers have brought many new models of cheaper mobile phones to the market in recent times. These phones come loaded with many innovative and easy to use features. Most of the latest mobile phones come equipped with a video camera, a touch screen and a web browser. The Bluetooth support of these phones has made it possible for one to transfer data to and from their phones at a much faster rate with other compatible devices.

Some of the most popular models of the latest phones include the Nokia E90 Communicator, the Samsung X820 Ultra Edition, the BlackBerry Curve 8300, and the Sony Ericsson Z250i. All these phones can also be purchased with attractive mobile phone deals that UK retailers advertise from time to time. Most of the retailers offer these phones with lucrative freebies like laptops and the Nintendo Wii game console. Mobile phone manufacturers have also launched many new models of cheap mobile phones. These latest cheap mobile phones are rapidly gaining popularity among the masses all over the world.