Many cell phone service providers get rid of their oldest/unpopular models in this free exchange, so that they can get more margins on the color models, best picture phones and video flip phones. So when you are getting a new phone, there is a chance of compromise on the latest digital technology that can utilize your service provider’s latest services.

If you learn few basic technological difference, it is easy over come this confusion. There are two types of networks that run the cellular services world wide. The Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) network which is a global standard and the Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) network which can receive both digital and analog signals.

So a GSM phone can be used anywhere on the earth if there are digital cell signals. If your service customer is an old one, may be you are still getting analog signals. Analog services are costlier and consume more electrical power leaving you a less battery back up time.

When you have reached a decision on free new phone, then you have to look up at the service provider’s credibility in customer services. Listen to the experiences of previous customers before taking a final decision. That will help you a lot in selecting the best cellular service available.