Repairing your cell phone at specialized services can be expensive, so if you have the skills and you know about electronics and you enjoy fixing things you can do it your self.

The first thing you must do is to find a technical guide for the mobile phone you want to repair. To do that just search in you favorite search engine for telephone model + technical guide or repair guide (ex. Nokia 1100 repair guide). The best part is that usually you will find illustrated instructions and if you search a video site like youtube.com you can find how to videos.

Now since you have the technical guide and you know what you must do to repair the phone you will need Electronic Parts. Online shops will help you in finding the parts you need.

From all the electronic parts the integrated circuits are the most important. Integrated circuits are used for a variety of devices, including microprocessors, audio and video equipment, and automobiles.

Integrated circuits are often classified by the number of transistors and other electronic components they contain: SSI (small-scale integration): Up to 100 electronic components per chip MSI (medium-scale integration): From 100 to 3,000 electronic components per chip LSI (large-scale integration): From 3,000 to 100,000 electronic components per chip VLSI (very large-scale integration): From 100,000 to 1,000,000 electronic components per chip ULSI (ultra large-scale integration): More than 1 million electronic components per chip.

If you have trouble finding the parts you need there is a website specialized in Hard to Find Semiconductors that you can visit.

Phone Conferencing is the best way to bridge the gap between two or more people who are geographically separated. The only limitation in phone conferencing is that you cannot see each other as in case of a face-to-face conference.

Despite the emergence of web conferencing in the enterprise scene, phone conferencing is still easier to setup and avail.

You can use phone conferencing to connect with clients and sales reps without flying in for a meeting. This Call Conference service adresses individuals who frequently host conference calls and are looking for a professional and hassle free service.

Conference Calls Benefits:

• Personal conference room number - your own personal room number for life.
• European and International access numbers.
• Low cost evening and weekend calls.
• Highly resilient conference bridges with extra capacity to manage large conference calls.
• Capacity of up to 100 callers per room.
• Reservationless service - you don’t need to book or reserve your conference.
• Email support - available 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
• PIN protected rooms to ensure added security - change your PIN at any time.

With Conference Calls you will get access to your very own conference room, with a personal pin code access key, which means that only people you provide the number to can gain entry to your room.

Phone conferencing is a wonderful technology that helps to solve issues in a blink, because it is only by phone conferencing that all the parties involved in a particular issue can participate, discuss, criticize and conclusively make a decision.

Samsung Phone

Samsung M500 (CDMA) Red

As expected, Sprint Nextel has launched the Samsung M500, which is a continuation on the popular A900.

The thin and light feature phone is a bit thicker than the A900, but beats it in all other measurements (weight, width and height). Features of the Samsung M500 include: EV-DO data (PowerVision), Bluetooth with stereo A2DP support (Enjoy the convenience of hands-free communication by using headsets, car kits and other Bluetooth-compatible devices.

Transfer addresses and pictures to other Bluetooth-compatible devices and use it as a dial-up modem for Internet access); Music player with stereo headset jack; 1.3 megapixel camera that let you Capture high-resolution images with the digital camera, create your own video clips and easily share them with family and friends!; microSD card slot; Speakerphone; 176 x 220 screen with 262 colors (external screen is 96×96 with 65k colors).

Phone is GPS Enabled, so you can receive audible and visual turn-by-turn driving directions, map your location, or conduct local searches direct from your handset.

The large external LCD displays information even when the phone is closed. Phone is equipped with PictBridge function, Micro SD Memory slot and is Sprint Music StoreSM Enabled.

Sony Phone

Sony Ericsson K770i

The K770i Cyber-shot phone is smoothness all around. Place it in your palm, feel the soft, curved edges. And how every detail, including the active lens cover, is integrated.

The intuitive K770i camera interface gets you started in an instant. Just turn the camera on and let the illuminated icons guide you to great pictures. K770i boasts a 3.2 megapixel camera with auto focus.

Pay attention to the details that matter. Unlike one-size-fits-all fixed focus, auto focus homes in on the subject in the centre of the screen, so you capture exactly what you want. And when a picture needs that final touch, there’s Photo fix: dark room magic in just a few clicks.

Make sure others get to see what you snap. Send your pictures to your blog. Or plug into a printer (a cable is included in phone kit) and print straight from your phone. Skip the computer and photo editing software. Just connect your phone to a printer, choose an image and print. Video clips are ideal for those unexpected great moments that happen when you’re out there, enjoying life.

Truly mobile Internet lets you enjoy browsing the Web and manage your email effectively with the convenience of your phone, wherever you are.

The third generation of mobile networks brings the convenience of broadband Internet to your mobile phone. Fast data transfer speeds - up to 384 kbps - give you quick, easy access to a world of video calls, audio and video streaming, Web surfing, multimedia messaging and email wherever you go.

Take a picture of where you are, record or write a greeting and send to any MMS-capable phone or email address. Send pictures, text, sound and video.

Enjoy your streamed and recorded video and music using the integrated Media player. Several file formats are supported. See whos talking with your 3G phone. During a video call, you see a live video stream of the person you’re talking to - and they can see you. Quick and easy access to broadband Internet. Say hello to video calls, audio and video streaming, Internet surfing, multimedia messaging and email on the go. With your phone kit you get a CD with software for managing music, photos and video clips. Transfer music, videos and photos to and from your phone.

Sanyo Phone

Sanyo SCP-8400 (CDMA)

Whether it’s the convenience of walkie-talkie-style communications or access to the great services available on the Sprint Power VisionSM Network, the SCP-8400 by Sanyo is versatile enough to do whatever you want.

Shoot digital pictures with the built in 1.3 megapixel camera with digital zoom lens; use the built-in camcorder to capture video clips that you can set as a caller ID or screen saver.

Built-in Bluetooth technology allows fast, secure transmission between your phone and accessories without cables or wires. You can enjoy the convenience of walkie-talkie-style communication at the touch of a button anywhere you go on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network.

Released for Sprint, the Sanyo SCP-8400 features a built-in MP3 / AAC music player, microSD memory card, stereo headset, high-quality speakerphone and the rich, high-speed multimedia experience of the Sprint Power Vision Network.

The most notable enhancement is the inclusion of Sprint Power Vision capabilities, which allows users to enjoy streaming music and video, live TV, full-length music downloads, fast Web browsing and On Demand information for news, sports, weather and more, all at broadband-like download speeds.

Sony Phone

Sony Ericsson S500i Purple

The stunning S500i is a totally fashion and style conscious mobile phone which will defiantly turn heads. The phone is equipped with many fun and useful features for the mobile phone user who is always on the go and wanting to stay in contact with friends, family and work colleagues.

The handset comes in a choice of two colors which are an intriguing mysterious green color and a glamour spring yellow color which provides a natural element to the phones design. The overall design and style of the phone is inspired by nature which includes the color of the handset, the internal patterns and materials used to create a smooth desirable handset.

The Sony Ericsson S500i comes with a smooth slide opening mechanism which when opened reveals the sleek keypad and natural design of this fashionable phone.

The phone comes with hidden light effects which brings the S500i alive when an incoming call comes in.

The handset measures 99mm x 47mm x 14mm and weights a total of 94 grams which feels good to hold in a single hand, as well as providing a slim handset to fit in the user’s pocket.

The Sony Ericsson S500i comes with a large and clear screen which displays up to 262k colors on a 240 x 320 pixels resolution screen.

The screen can be viewed when the S500i is in the slide open or slide closed position which provides the user with continuous viewing. The screen is ideal for viewing all the user photographs and video.

The mobile phone comes with a built in 2 megapixel camera complete with dedicated menus, 4 x digital zoom and direct interaction with the phones messaging services. The user can capture either a still shot or a video recording using the 2 megapixel camera and enjoy the built in imaging features. The Sony Ericsson S500i allows the user to enjoy video recording and video streaming on their mobile handset. The video clips feature is ideal for capturing those expected moments that happen when the user is out and about with their mobile phone to hand. The user can share their photographs on their own blog site which allows the user to capture a photograph and send it to their blog instantly.

The entertainment on the Sony Ericsson S500i provides the user with a fun way to relax with their mobile phone. The user can play their favorite tracks on the built in music player which is compatible with Bluetooth stereo (A2DP). The user can download and store their favorite music on their mobile phone and use it as their personal MP3 player. The phone comes with the PlayNow download service which allows the user to download their music within three clicks of a button. The PlayNow download service is the quickest way for the user to download music onto their phone and it is easy to use. The phone supports MP3 and polyphonic ringing tones which can be changed to suit the user’s style.

The Sony Ericsson S500i comes with a Access NetFront Internet browser with RSS feeds which allows the user to enjoy a mobile Internet service. The user can browser the Internet and manage their email service from their mobile handset. The user can connect their phone to their PC and enjoy exchanging music or photo files between devices using a drag and drop method.

The phone supports both EDGE and Bluetooth technology which provides the user with highly effective technology on the S500i. The user will experience fast speed data transfers using EDGE high speed technology and the Bluetooth connection provides the user with a wireless connection between devices.

The user can use a USB cable to connect to devices which allows the user to transfer data using a cabled connection. The battery provides approximately three hundred and seventy hours of standby time or approximately nine hours of talk time from a full charged battery.

The Sony Ericsson S500i is a quad band phone which provides the user with international roaming which will automatically switch between network bands. The network coverage in dependant on the users service and network provider and may differ.

The mobile phone comes with a memory slot which allows the user to expand their phones memory further by adding a Micro M2 memory card. The user can communicate with others using one or more of the built in messaging services available on the S500i.

The user can send and receive messages to and from any compatible messaging contact. The phone supports multimedia messaging, text messaging and email. The user can create messages easily on their handset with the clear cut keypad and help of predictive text input.

The user can share their photographs and video clips with compatible multimedia messaging contacts. The phone comes with fun games embedded in the phone, so there is always something to entertain the user.

The Sony Ericsson S500i comes with a flight mode feature which allows the user to use a selection of their phones features whilst on board a plane or in other mobile phone restricted area.

The call features including a speakerphone feature which allows the user to have a call over the handsets speakers and a vibration alert which lets the phone vibrate when a call or message comes in.

The Sony Ericsson S500i is a stylish and desirable handset which comes with all the everyday features a modern mobile phone user could desire and that little bit more.

Sharp Phone

Sharp Sidekick LX (T-Mobile ONLY!) Blue

The T-Mobile Sidekick LX measures 5.1 inches wide by 2.3 inches wide by 0.8 inch deep.

The LX weights 5.7 ounces and is the slim handheld which is easy to slip into a pants pocket or purse.

The Sidekick LX has a large 3-inch, 65,000-color TFT display and a sharp 400×240-pixel resolution. The quality is amazing, as text and images look crisp and colors are more vibrant. You can also choose to customize the home screen with different background themes and change the font size.

To the left of the screen you have the Menu and Jump buttons and a directional keypad that doubles as the phone’s speakers, and on the right, there is a Cancel button, Talk and End keys, an OK button, and the trackball navigator.

Along the bottom edge of the handheld, you’ll find the volume rocker and a power button, while along the top, there are two function buttons that perform different tasks depending on which application you are using.

To expose the full QWERTY keyboard, just nudge the upper-right corner or the lower-left corner of the screen to trigger the swivel mechanism, causing it to rotate a full 180 degrees and snap into place. All buttons are good and Sidekick’s keyboard is one of roomiest and easiest to use. There’s plenty of space between the keys, and the buttons now have a frosted, more tactile feel to them.

There’s a mini USB port and a 3.5mm headphone jack so you can plug in a decent pair of headphones.

The camera lens, flash, and self-portrait mirror are located on the back, and there’s a microSD expansion slot, it’s located behind the battery cover.

Finally, for pure flash, you can program the LX to light up like a Christmas tree to alert you to new messages, phone calls, and so forth. There are LEDs built into each of the four corners of the device, and they, as well as the trackball, will flash various colors, depending on what scheme you choose. The LX comes with its own T-Mobile e-mail account, but you can also access up to three additional POP3/IMAP4 accounts.

The LX ships with an always-on push e-mail solution so you’ll automatically be notified of new messages (with an accompanying light show). Though the Sidekick is definitely not a business-minded smartphone, you can have your corporate e-mail forwarded to the LX, and there’s an attachment viewer for Word documents, PDFs, and JPEGs. For instant communication gratification, the Sidekick comes preloaded with three of the major instant-messaging clients: AOL, Yahoo, and Windows Live Messenger. You can hold up to 10 simultaneous conversations, and you can switch between conversations quickly by pressing the Menu and D buttons. And if you happen to lose your network connection in the middle of a session, the Sidekick will save the chat until a connection is restored.

The Sidekick LX also supports text and multimedia messaging. The LX’s phone features include quad-band world roaming, speed dial, call forwarding, three-way calling, a call log, a vibrate mode, and a speakerphone. The Sidekick’s address book holds up to 2,000 contacts, with room in each entry for five numbers, an e-mail address, an IM account, a Web URL, a street address, and notes.

For caller-ID purposes, you can pair an entry with a photo, a group ID, or one of 22 ringtones. Other wireless options on the LX include Bluetooth and EDGE. Supported Bluetooth profiles include those for use with wireless headsets, hands-free car kits, or you can wirelessly send a vCard to another Bluetooth device. As for data connection, you’re left to rely on T-Mobile’s EDGE network with speeds of around 100Kbps to 130Kbps.

The one distinctively new feature on the Sidekick LX is the MySpace Mobile application. Located under the Communities page, you can now log on and interact with the social networking site almost in the same manner as you do on your computer. The user interface has been customized for mobile phones, but you still have the ability to edit your profile, upload photos, and so forth. MySpace fiends can even stay signed on and get real-time updates on new messages and comments, friend requests, and see which friends are currently online. Given that the LX will mostly likely attract younger users, the MySpace integration was a smart move on T-Mobile and Danger’s part.

The Sidekick LX has a built-in music player. You can now play MP3, WAV, WMA, and AAC, among others. You can search for songs by artist, album, genre, or composer, as well as organize tracks into playlists. To get songs onto the Sidekick, you can use the included USB cable and then drag and drop tracks from your PC to the Sidekick.

The T-Mobile Sidekick LX comes with 1.3-megapixel camera. You can take snapshots in three sizes -1,280×1,024, 640×480, or 320×240 - and adjust the quality from low to high. You can activate the flash, change the JPEG quality, or rotate the image, but that’s about it. Once done snapping photos, you can create an album right on your device or share your photos with others via multimedia message or e-mail. Other features on the Sidekick LX include several organizer tools, such as a calendar, a notepad, a task list, one preloaded game, and a download catalog where you can get more ringtones, games, and applications.

Nokia Phone

Nokia N810

Nokia introduced the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet, a pocket-sized device able to connect to Wi-Fi hotspots and Bluetooth mobile devices to make internet calls, check Google Mail or Facebook Accounts, watch videos on YouTube, update blogs using the device’s slide-out keyboard along with its touch screen, or find the way using built-in maps and satellite navigation.

With the ability to check emails, read the latest gossip online or IM to friends, share moods on favorite social sites; call via Skype, or get closer by the Gizmo video chat - with the integrated VGA camera - users will never be far away from those they want to keep in contact with.

The N810 has an integrated GPS receiver which allows consumers to pinpoint their position and find a wide variety of points-of-interests using the pre-loaded maps. Upgrade to Wayfinder’s voice-guided navigation for turn-by-turn directions and explore the world on foot or in the car.

The N810 offers up to 45 hours of music playback and memory to store up to 7,500 songs on an optional 10GB memory card. Its large 4.13-inch, 800 x 480 px resolution wide screen makes viewing images easier than traditional devices.

The N810 is powered by maemo Linux based OS2008, updatable also on the Nokia N800, the previous internet tablet generation hardware. The N810 features a customizable user interface and contains Mozilla based browser with Ajax and Adobe flash 9, Bluetooth headset support as well as video and audio features. The refreshed Video Gizmo, Skype and Rhapsody highlight some downloads available while Boingo Wireless, Earthlink and The Cloud enable Wi-Fi connectivity, across thousands of different locations globally.

Nokia N810 Internet Tablet is very exciting for mobile Linux enthusiasts. Significant API changes between Maemo 3.2 and Maemo 4.0 prevent some applications from working on both. Fortunately, the Maemo 4.0 beta SDK has been available for some time now, making it possible for developers to get a head start on updating their applications for compatibility with the new platform.

Nokia and the Maemo community have been working hard to push GTK modifications upstream. Hildon 2.0 - the underlying widget toolkit in Maemo 4.0 - has only a few minor deviations from GTK 2.10, which means that porting desktop GTK applications to the N810 is vastly easier than it has ever been with previous versions. The transition to Maemo 4.0 also adds several new frameworks, including the Cairo vector graphics rendering library and the HAL hardware abstraction layer. According to Maemo 4.0 documentation, HAL manages memory cards, keyboard status, camera status, and the ambient light sensor. This means that third-party application developers will be able to use D-Bus to easily ascertain the current ambient light level and whether or not the keyboard is open or closed. Maemo 4.0 also includes improvements to the theming system and the new extensible, open source Hildon Input Method system.

Nokia’s OS2008 obviously has a lot to offer developers, but there are plenty of improvements that will please end users as well. The new user interface looks great and includes important usability improvements like better finger-based interaction and more flexible desktop widget layout system. GStreamer improvements also provide support for additional multimedia formats. OS2008 also uses Nokia’s new web browser with the Gecko-based MicroB rendering engine.

Samsung Phone

Samsung SGH-X510

The Samsung X510 is a slim and stylish flip open phone which comes with a great finish and high performance features. The phone works over a tri band network which will switch between GSM 900, GSM 1800 and GSM 1900 automatically.

The internal screen provides a clear and bright display for the user to enjoy and comes with a 65k color display. The handset weighs a total of 75 grams and measures 88 x 44 x 19 mm which is slim and comfortable to hold in the users hand.

Phonebook of the phone can store up to 500 entries up to 5 numbers for every contact. Phone can create user groups (up to 10), assign own call signal and an icon to a group and has about 8 MB internal memory.

The user can add and change ringtones to suit their taste which can be heard as polyphonic ringtones with 40 voice. Phone has fast dial for 8 numbers, automatic call redial and speakerphone. .

The user can take a snap on the move with the Samsung x510 as the built in VGA camera is user friendly and quick to operate.

The IrDA technology is easy to use and allows the user to connect any other compatible device with ease.

The user can stay in contact with friends, family and colleagues using the messaging services which include text messaging (SMS), multimedia messaging (MMS) and instant messaging. The user can use the multimedia message service (MMS) to send a photo or video recording to compatible multimedia messaging service (MMS) contacts.

Nokia Phone

Nokia 6101

The Nokia 6101 is a compact camera phone with a clamshell design. By Nokia’s standards, it’s very small.

Nokia are definitely making progress in the physical design of their clamshell phones, and this is a very attractive phone. There are dual colour displays and the keypad is thoughtfully laid out, with a 5-way navigation key and a dedicated camera button.Such a great phone and commendable attempt by Nokia for finally a real flip phone!!Superb features, value for money, stylish and sexy design.

Being able to change your background font color and idle screen colors is an awesome eddition.

Also the ringer Id’s not just caller groups was a brilliant move on Nokia’s part to add ; the FM radio is a godsend when you are outside working or on the go for a walk ; Battery life is good on this phone as well as the reception, having the 850 picks up nearly anywhere; good strong vibrate feature; loud ringtones; DKU 5 data cable makes installing your own games and ringtones a snap; good memory space too.

The phone holds lots of extra ringtones as well as many pre-installed and has voice recorder and video recorder.The camera is a VGA resolution, with the ability to take self-portraits using the external display as a viewfinder.

The camera has a night mode and also functions as a video recorder using the 3GP format. Video quality is normal. Nokia have partnered with Kodak to let you upload your photos to the Kodak website and have them printed and sent to your address. This is a service that you have to pay for.The phones memory is 4.4 Mbytes.Overall the 6101 is a reasonable mid-range camera phone.