smartphones
HTC Thunderbolt (Verizon Wireless)
smartphonesThe HTC Thunderbolt lights up with blazingly fast data speeds, but those who want 4G now should be aware that it takes a big toll on the smartphone's battery life.
HTC Arrive (Sprint)
smartphonesThe HTC Arrive, Sprint's first Windows 7 phone, is a solid effort that largely delivers, although it will disappoint those looking for a 4G smartphone.
Kyocera Domino S1310 - purple (MetroPCS)
smartphonesThe Kyocera Domino offers portability and decent call quality, but there are so many design drawbacks, you'd do better to choose a different entry-level phone.
Sonim XP3300 Force (yellow/black)
smartphonesDespite some design flaws, Sonim's new XP3300 Force is a cut above previous rugged models.
Samsung Galaxy Indulge - black (MetroPCS)
smartphonesWith strong specs and good call quality, the Indulge is arguably MetroPCS' best phone, but the weak battery life is a disappointment.
Motorola i886 (Sprint)
smartphonesAs long as you're not tricked into believing the Motorola i886 is an Android phone, it's actually a very functional Nextel messaging phone with Direct Connect and fantastic call quality.
Kyocera Rio E3100 (Cricket Wireless)
smartphonesThe Kyocera Rio brings Cricket customers another touch-screen choice, though music fans will likely seek a different handset.
Cricket TXTM8 3G (Cricket Wireless)
smartphonesThe Cricket TXTM8 3G is a decidedly average messaging phone with a few good features, and you do get what you pay for.
HTC Inspire 4G (AT&T)
smartphonesThough dual-core smartphones are on the way, the HTC Inspire 4G stands as one of AT&T's best, high-end Android devices and is an incredible value.
Apple iPhone 4 - 16GB - black (Verizon Wireless)
smartphonesThe Verizon iPhone 4 has much in common with its AT&T counterpart, but varying features and different performance give it enough room to stand apart. It won't vastly change your iPhone experience, but we welcome the consumer choice that it brings.

