I've never used a smartphone and know nothing about them - but it's time to start!
I am an avid Microsoft Office user, and I believe it would be very useful for me to be able to view and edit Word, Excel, and emails on the smartphone.
The cell carrier will be TMobile using the Straight Talk plan offered through WalMart.
I saw a phone (LG Optimus One) for this at WalMart that offered MiFi for about $143 with no contract. That MiFi would allow me easily use my laptop while I am mobile while staying connected to the internet. It has the Android 2.2 operating system.
Anything jump out at you about all this?