The US sounds so outdated when it comes to cell phones. Ericsson this, Nokia that, I don't think I've seen a Nokia or Ericcson for a long time. 3G? Heard of it, just not in the US.
Since when does it take days to decide on a cell phone ? I just got a cell phone last year when I came to college.I am glad I have it but its kind of annoying at times. Think about it dont waste $200 on a PHONE after you have it for a month you want think it's gods gift to earth anymore. I have a Nokia that was free from verizon and it works just fine make a call receive a call dont need to be able to calculate quantum physics on my cell phone for an extra $100.
I really do not have a recomendation for a phone becuase why do you need one? If your only 15 its not like you can drive, and anywhere you get a ride your mom or dad will probably know about. So save your money and get something more worthwhile. Trust me I thought that I needed a phone ever since I was 14 but now that im 17 I realize how much of a hassle it actually is. Sure it is nice sometimes but it is definetly not a necesisty until you drive. So anyways good luck on the phone search.
What about a Sony Ericsson K750 or K800?? After being an SE user for years, I now have a Motorola mobile and I absolutely hate it. Sony Ericsson is the bomb ****. The only thing I like about it is the alarm clock, but I think the newer SE phones have multi-alarms as well.