Reviews of Latest Budget phones

Despite its bloatware, uninspiring build quality and under-powered CPU, the Orange Monte Carlo impresses, offering the latest Android software and a huge screen at a surprisingly low price. Read more

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15 September 2011 by Damien McFerran

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Orange Rio 2 review

A full Qwerty keyboard, 3G data and a startlingly low price make the Orange Rio II ideal for budget buyers who want a BlackBerry-style experience. Read more

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27 July 2011 by Damien McFerran

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The LG Optimus Chat looks and feels like a low-cost phone, but its Qwerty keyboard means it stands out from the horde of similarly priced Android handsets. If you're mad about messaging, it'll be worth a look. Read more

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12 July 2011 by Damien McFerran

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Motorola Gleam review

The Motorola Gleam is a cheap and shiny homage to everyone's favourite flip phone of yesteryear, the Razr. It's a good choice for those who value simplicity. Read more

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16 May 2011 by Damien McFerran

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HTC Wildfire S review

With a better screen and more alluring design, the Wildfire S builds on its popular predecessor. The phone remains underpowered, but is still a compact and pocket-friendly Android handset. Read more

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5 May 2011 by Damien McFerran