Phone Reviews
LG Lucid 2: For First-Timers on a Budget
You won't get a top-tier display or camera, but it's a good value.
Nokia Lumia 521: Far From Luxury, But a Good Deal
It's a contract-free device with a decent set of features.
BlackBerry Z10: Built for a Comeback
BlackBerry fixed a lot of the problems that plagued its old devices, but the poor battery is an issue.
Pantech Discover: Budget Never Looked So Good
Great hardware at an affordable price -- you won't find a better bang for the buck.
Nokia Lumia 810: A Solid Mid-Range Choice
It's basically the Lumia 820 for T-Mobile -- all-around a fine option if you're willing to give Windows a try.
Samsung Rugby 3: Tough Looks, Cheap Calling
The rugged shell and walkie-talkie service make it ideal for outdoorsy types and fleet workers.
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Sony Xperia Advance: Water-Resistant Ruggedness With Flaws
Despite its name, it's not very advanced. Sure, it's durable, but unless you need a device to stand the abuse, you can do better.
Sprint Flash: The Cheapest 12-Megapixels Ever
For the price, you won't find a better camera -- but reliability on the other hand...
Samsung Galaxy Stratosphere 2: Blasting Into Mediocrity
If you need a keyboard, it's okay. Otherwise, you can do better.
HTC Droid DNA: Genes of a Winner
The big and vibrant screen, coupled with 4G and Jelly Bean, make it a leading Android contender.
Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro: The Sophisticated Tough Phone
For the outdoorsman or construction worker that needs a touch of Android.
Sony Xperia TL: Improved, But Still Behind the Times
It won't make you James Bond, but it's definitely stylish, albeit a bit outdated.
Nokia Lumia 822: Verizon's Take on the Lumia
It's a funky mix of mediocre features and a few standout options wrapped in a dull design.
Google Nexus 4: Android Done Right
If you love Android, this is the phone to get -- Jelly Bean is fantastic and best of all, it's affordable.
Samsung SPH-M400: Bare Basics for the Elderly and Kids
It's good for calling, texting... and not much more.
LG Optimus G: A Speedy Smartphone With a Spacious Screen
A blazing quad-core chip and a top-notch display make it one of LG's best smartphones yet.
HTC One VX: Cheaper Isn't Always Better
It has features of its higher-end siblings, but you'll wish you'd spent a little more for the X or X+.
HTC One X+: Even Better Than Before
Chock full of feature, but limited memory and the lack of a microSD slot is a problem.
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HTC Windows Phone 8S: A Crippled 8X
It's a cheaper alternative to the 8X, but the Lumia 820 is a better mid-tier Windows phone.
HTC Windows Phone 8X: A Worthy Windows Successor
It's packed full of features and one of the best Windows devices to date.
Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD: Juiced for Days
If you hate running out of power before dinner, look no further -- your dream phone is here.
Motorola Droid Razr HD: Fast Speeds, Long-Lasting Power
If the large size doesn't bother you, it's a fantastic combination of power and performance.
