Secondly, think about add ons. Do you need an instant messenger service? Do you send a lot of text messages? Features like these may be a luxury you cannot afford. You need to think long and hard about what you really need.

You also need to decide what kind of style of phone you would prefer, whether a flip phone, a touch screen, or another style will suit you best.

And above all, make sure you read reviews before you buy a new cell phone. See what works for other people and what might be a dud.