Mobile phones are increasing in quality, do not offer the
range of controls of a compact digital camera - however
they are always there so do allow you to take more
on-the-spot photos you might otherwise miss. Also because
the size of the lens is so tiny, mobile phone have a large
focus range meaning everything will be in focus from very
close to the camera to far away.
Here are some links to learn how to get the best photos
from your mobile.
12 tips for improving camera phone
photos.
Background notes on using your mobile phone.
Here is a series of 14 photos taken by Boston
Globe photographer John Tlumacki was surprised at the
quality of his mobile phone photos and gives hints on
taking photos.
An excellent 5 minute video instruction on how to
use your mobile phone camera Stuart Hedlam
explains basic digital photography very clearly.