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This is a huge question, considering that there are 13 versions of Smartphones in the US alone with Droid in the name. There are nine by Motorola, one by Samsung, and three by HTC that use this name in different versions.  So finding out which manufacturer makes the model you have is the first step in making sure you don’t spend a lot of time and money shopping around the internet only to find you have purchased the wrong accessories for the wrong make and model.  The name of these devices are derived from the Android operating system that these smartphones utilize. Hopefully this blog will make it a little easier for you to find exactly what accessory you are seeking for your device.

Motorola jumped into the market with the introduction of the Motorola Droid in late 2009.  Since then they have followed up with the Droid 2, Eris, Incredible, Droid X, Pro, Droid 2 Global, Bionic (first generation), Incredible 2, X2, Droid 3, Droid Bionic (new version).  These powerful devices are great at running many different applications but most have one major drawback, they tend to be quite power-hungry.  Thus, it is not a bad idea to go to Cell-Gear.com and consider getting an extra battery and a dual desktop charger that powers your device and a spare battery at the same time or separately.  Don’t forget to grab a micro-usb car charger (most use the micro-usb connector) as well to help you get through those days when your smartphone is getting blown-up by excessive emails and calls.

HTC, as mentioned has three phones with the name Droid in it. The first phone to run the Android OS was “the Google Phone” by HTC, which was introduced in late 2008.  The most recent addition to this group by HTC is the Droid Incredible 2.  They also have the first generation Incredible and the Eris.  In addition, HTC also has many other smartphones that utilize different versions of the Android OS such as the HTC Thunderbolt, the popular EVO 4G and newer 3D to name a few.

Samsung, never a manufacture to be left out of the mix, has the Samsung SCH-i510 Droid Charge.  Though this is the only device they have with this name, there are many phones by Samsung that run the Android OS such as the Exhibit, the Gravity, and the popular Galaxy S II.

Regardless of which Droid smartphone you decide to use, just remember that this name has become synonymous with any device operating on one of the several versions of the Android operating system that are out there.  You need to be certain of the exact make and model of the one you have before you go to Cell-Gear.com to get your accessories at the best selection and cheapest prices on the net.

Unless you have been living on the moon for the last year, it would virtually be impossible for you to have not noticed the impact the Apple iPhone 4 has had in the world of smartphones.  Sold by US cellular carriers AT&T and Verizon, Apple has ousted Nokia as the world’s top smartphone manufacturer in the second quarter of 2011, shipping 20.3 million iPhones, giving it a 19.1 percent market share as reported by the research firm IDC.  One of the most easily distinguished side-affects of this cellular juggernaut is the creation of a booming industry that supplies accessories for this device.  The first thought I had when I shelled out $399.99 for mine was, “Case for iPhone…. charger for iPhone, Im gonna be spending even more money!” But the last thing myself, and most people like me want, is to not protect our expensive devices.  So what case for iPhone4 should I choose……  It seems like it should be a simple choice, but when you consider that there have most likely never been more different options for any single cellular device as there are for a case for the iPhone, you realize the task can be daunting.

The first thing you probably need to consider is “How will I carry my Apple?” If you are a white-collar worker, you may like to carry it in a stylish horizontal leather pouch on your belt.  Something like the many pouches made by manufacturers such as Naztech and Bodyglove, which come in many different colors and have a magnetic flap that secures your smartphone in place.  The down-side to these pouches is that they only protect your device when it is in the pouch, and most accidental drops occur while talking on the device or when you set it on a smooth surface and it gets knocked off.

The next option is a silicone wrap, also called a skin or jelly case for  iPhone 4! These are very convenient in that they are relatively inexpensive; they feel fun in your hand and come in every color under the rainbow.  They do provide relatively good protection against light drops and nicks and scratches, and they do prevent your device from sliding off of the dashboard of your car and other smooth surfaces, but they tend to be difficult to get in and out of pockets and in my opinion, are almost useless against a fall of over 4 feet onto a hard surface (I learned this the hard way with more than one Blackberry!!!).  So again, maybe not the best choice for the majority of users.

Lastly, you have the option of getting a hard-shell case for iPhone 4.  I believe, and the industry has proven, that this is the most popular form factor of case that people are choosing for their devices.  It offers the greatest protection from serious falls to your smartphone, it comes in every color and with enough designer logos, photographs, rhinestones, “Bling”, charms, etc. to keep any teenage girl happy for a lifetime.  They also comes in extremely rugged versions, many made by Otterbox, that can withstand falls in excess of 20 feet and even offer very good protection against water and dust damage.  Some of the cases are thick and offer maximum protection while others are thin and have rubberized coatings that prevent them from sliding on slick surfaces, but still are comfortable and easy to get in your pocket or leather pouch on your belt.

There are well over 40 major manufacturers of a case for iPhone 4 and narrowing it down to which one works best for you really comes down to preference.  Regardless of which case you choose, you can find everything you are looking for at www.Cell-Gear.com

The new Royal Red iPhone case is in!

This is an awesome case. Looks outstanding and has a high gloss look and feel.