This new CECT T1 model with TV has become quite popular (some people call it the "i9 with TV.") No matter what you call it, this phone greatly appeals to folks who like the features of the iPhone clones but want real time analog television added in. Still, some people tell me that they hold back on this phone because they're worried that they can't get accessories for it. I often hear comments like "what happens when the battery dies?" or "what if I lose the charger?"
It may reassure you to know that as these phones have become more popular and mainstream, accessories have become widely available for them, even in the United States and in North America. You aren't limited to overseas vendors anymore and you'll likely have a decent amount of choices. And because there's no huge brand name or logo attached, you can typically get most of what you need for under -. Below, I'll outline some of the more popular accessories for the CECT T1 and tell you generally how much they cost.
Replacement Batteries For The T1: One cool thing about these clones is that, unlike the original, you can replace the battery yourself. You don't have to pay the manufacturer the that is currently required. You can easily get replacement batteries for about -.
Set Up Instructions, WAP, Data, And MMS Settings For AT&T, T Mobile, Rogers, etc: Generally when you insert you sim card, the phone will work fine to make and receive calls. And, if you have a nice seller, sometimes they will ask which carrier you are using and enter the settings for you. If not though, you can easily get these often for around -. Depending on your carrier, you'll be taken through this process step by step until you're easily connecting to the web and sending MMS messages.
User's Manual: If this didn't come with your phone (or you lost it,) you can generally get the manual in just about any language for only a couple of dollars.
Internet / Data Sim Cards: Some people who buy these clones will just use them with their contract carrier. But, some really want to save money and will go with the pre paid or the pay as you go route. Go Phone sim cards do offer pretty decent data plans that you can buy (currently running .99 for 1GB.) But, if you're on line a lot or go to to large sites and / or download songs or movies, you might get by cheaper by looking at the unlimited data sims. They're often about and they last for a month. They typically have unlimited talk, messaging, and Internet. You will need to change your number each month, but since this phone is dual sim, most people will use one sim for talk (and keep the same number) and the other for MMS, making calls, SMS, and the web.
Additional Memory: This phone can hold up to 8GB. You can add on via sd card for very cheaply, usually around .
Skins / Cases: Probably the most popular cover for these is the colorful silicon cases / skins. However, there are more traditional cases available in leather and in a more professional style. There generally run -. There are also a couple of sellers that will allow you to upload photos or designs for a customized case.
Car / Home Chargers: The chargers on these phones are typically USB cords that have the outlet plug or the car cigarette lighter plug that slides onto the end. You can generally pick these up for about . Often, you'll get both the outlet and the car accessory in the package.
USB / Data Cords: You can transfer memory on this phone via Bluetooth or via USB. Sometimes, the USB cords will come with the chargers. But, you can pick up an extra for just a couple of dollars.
Screen Protectors: The little plastic covers that stick the phone and protect it from smudges are very popular and often run less than 99 cents.