With advanced multimedia functions, sleek designs, and intuitive operating systems, smart phones have shed their dull, corporate image and caught the attention of consumers, who like the idea of having the Internet at their fingertips. Apple’s iPhone grabbed headlines earlier this year as customers lined up to own one, proving that smart phones are the next big thing in wireless communications. A smart phone is like a small PC that you carry around with you. As with buying a PC, it’s worth spending some time figuring out how you’ll use the smart phone to pick the one that’s your personal best. Pronto’s Smart Phone Buying Guide can help (see also Cell Phone Buying Guide, PDA Buying Guide).  More »