QandAs: Tech

What is a Cell Phone Ringtone?

Answer:
A cell phone ringtone is the sound you hear

to alert you of an incoming call on your cell phone. The wide usage of cell phones inevitably led to the need to individualize each cell phone. Most cell phones now come with a variety of ringtones available for use. If the owner is not satisfied with the ringtones that are installed on their phone they may consider purchasing a ringtone subscription.

Cell phone ringtones are available for almost any music genre and on countless websites. One cool feature is the ability of the cell phone owner to download their favorite song as a ringtone and alter the voice to be their own.

Before downloading any ringtones, be sure to read the fine print. Some ringtone sites offer complimentary ringtones and in the fine print they mention the complimentary tones come with a monthly membership. These membership fees are charged directly on your cell phone bill so it's difficult to notice. At $10/month or more these charges can really ad up.

I would recommend purchasing one ringtone at a time. Do it through your cell phone carrier as they should provide some sort of ringtone shop accessible through your phone.