The iPhone 3GS doesn't make the same grand leap that the iPhone 3G made from the first-generation model, but the latest Apple handset is still a compelling upgrade for some users. The iPhone 3GS is faster and we appreciate the new features and extended battery life, but call quality and 3G reception still need improvement.
Price:$299.00 - $299.99 (check prices)
HTC Nexus One by Google
Don't let the standard candy bar design fool you: the Nexus One brings welcome new offerings to the Android table. The Snapdragon processor is undeniably zippy, the AMOLED display is gorgeous, and we welcome both the enhanced voice dialing capabilities and the noise cancellation feature. What's more, the Android 2.1 interface enhancements show that Android continues to improve as it evolves. It's not the greatest Android phone around--that's a difficult call to make in such a diverse and crowded field--but it adds to an already rich family.
$529 unlocked.
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Motorola Droid
The Droid's display is gorgeous, the Android 2.0 updates are excellent, and the handset is lightning fast, particularly for an Android phone. We'll refrain from using the dreaded "iPhone killer" expression, but comparisons between the two devices are obvious, and we see the Droid as a real competitor to Apple's device. Sure, we had some complaints, but for Verizon's first pass at Android, the Droid more than delivers.
Price:$199.99 - $599.99 (check prices)
RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700
While the Web browser needs work, we would absolutely recommend the RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700. It features a sleeker design and more power than its predecessor, making it a powerful messaging smartphone that will appeal to consumers and mobile professionals alike.
Price:$129.99 - $129.99 (check prices)
Samsung Instinct HD
The Instinct HD, aka the SPH-M850, is an upgrade and an improvement to the original Instinct. It offers a sleeker design, a brighter display, and more features. We're a bit ambivalent about the much-hyped "high-definition" support, but it remains a compelling multimedia phone that does a lot of things well. However, its price is a tad galling. At $249 with a two-year Sprint Everything plan and a $100 mail-in rebate, the Instinct HD will cost you more than many smartphones. Sure, the HD camera is nice, but we'd rather pay for real productivity than flashy multimedia.
Price:$249.99 - $249.99 (check prices)
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