Mobile phones

Nokia N97 mini

Nokia has put the fat old N97 on a diet, and the result is the N97 mini. It's a very similar handset to its larger sibling when it comes to features and functionality, but its sleeker design is a definite improvement, and, despite having a slightly smaller screen and less memory, it's a more desirable smart phone overall

User rating 7.0

Editor's rating 7.1

BlackBerry Storm 2

Anyone who finds normal touchscreens too fiddly will appreciate the BlackBerry Storm 2's clicking version, which makes it easy to tap accurately. The usual range of BlackBerry features is also included, making this handset well worth a look for email fiends with a hankering for a touch-sensitive interface

Editor's rating 8.2

HTC HD2

Hail the current king of Windows Mobile smart phones. With a huge, 109mm capacitive touchscreen, a plethora of features and its beautiful HTC Sense user interface, the responsive and speedy HD2 achieves the near impossible -- making Windows Mobile desirable

Editor's rating 8.8

Sony Ericsson Satio

The touchscreen Satio is a decent attempt by Sony Ericsson to pack into one device all the best bits of its excellent Cyber-shot camera phones and great Walkman music phones. The camera is almost as good as a dedicated compact, and its musical output sounds like that of a stand-alone MP3 player

User rating 6.5

Editor's rating 7.5

Sony Ericsson Jalou

The Jalou's jewel-like design is a clear indication that it's aimed at a female audience -- its main display even doubles as a mirror -- but this fashion phone offers plenty of substance to go with its style. Cramming a decent camera and MP3 player into a tiny package, it's an extremely convenient device

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 8.0

Samsung Galaxy i7500

Samsung has joined the Android fray with a flourish, flaunting the Galaxy i7500's flashy AMOLED screen and 5-megapixel camera with LED light. It doesn't toot its own trumpet with a conservative black design, but inside it parades all the power of the Android operating system and its many apps

User rating 8.0

Editor's rating 8.0

Samsung Pixon 12 M8910

One of the first 12-megapixel camera phones, the Pixon 12 M8910 is capable of snapping some great shots, even in low light, thanks to its powerful xenon flash. Its touchscreen is resistive, so it's not as responsive as capacitive models, but the AMOLED display is bright and beautiful, and connectivity is good

Editor's rating 6.7

LG Chocolate BL40

The LG Chocolate BL40's ultra-wide, capacitive touchscreen not only makes the phone a feast for the eyes but offers a number of real usability benefits. LG's S-Class UI isn't particularly great, but this phone is jam-packed with features, offering far more than the iPhone or HTC Hero

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 7.8

HTC Touch Pro2

The Touch Pro2 is one of the biggest phones we've seen in a long time, but that's not necessarily a bad thing: there's plenty of room for a large, high-resolution touchscreen and spacious, slide-out keyboard. For those who want to send plenty of messages without getting hand cramp, this powerhouse is worth a look

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 7.8

HTC Hero

The HTC Hero is the best Android phone yet. Among many other delights, it boasts a great on-screen keyboard, multitouch functionality and an innovative user interface that smoothes over many of Android's rough edges. While it can occasionally be sluggish, it's a true rival to Apple's iPhone

User rating 8.9

Editor's rating 9.0

Toshiba TG01

The TG01 is a cool-looking Windows Mobile smart phone that packs tonnes of features into an attractive, thin body. It also sports a powerful 1GHz Snapdragon processor and a relatively huge and vibrant touchscreen. It's not the king of touchscreen phones, but it'll certainly elicit a few oohs and aahs

User rating 7.7

Editor's rating 6.0

Apple iPhone 3GS

With longer battery life, increased memory, speedier performance and a souped-up camera, Apple's latest iPhone is a worthwhile update. The 3G S isn't hugely different to the 3G, so not all 3G owners will want to upgrade, but it offers a great user experience and, for now, is the king of smart phones

User rating 6.7

Editor's rating 9.3

Acer Tempo DX900

If you want a Windows Mobile smart phone with support for dual SIM cards, the Acer Tempo DX900 is currently the only option available in the UK. A competent handset, it does a good job of handling two SIMs, and its touchscreen is fairly responsive, but its design won't inspire envy

User rating 7.0

Editor's rating 7.0

Motorola Aura

The Aura feels like luxury from the moment you crack open its swanky leather box. It's weighty stainless-steel body and stunning round screen will impress the crowd, but it's light on advanced features. For those seeking a luxury phone for making calls and not much else, the Aura could be your hand candy

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 7.3

Nokia N86 8MP

Cast in the same mould as N-series classics like the N95, the N86 8MP smart phone doesn't break any new ground but is a solid example of what Nokia does best. Sporting an attractive two-way slider design, it offers tonnes of features, chief among which is a fantastic 8-megapixel camera

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 7.7

Samsung i8910 HD

The Samsung i8910 HD -- the phone formerly known as the Omnia HD -- shows Nokia how it should be done when it comes to creating a usable and attractive touchscreen phone with the Symbian S60 operating system. Multitasking sometimes results in slight sluggishness, but this phone's upsides far outweigh that disadvantage

User rating 9.0

Editor's rating 8.0

LG Prada 2 KF900

The attractive Prada 2 KF900 is one of the best fashion phones yet. It doesn't have the app ecosystem of the iPhone, but a slide-out Qwerty keypad and responsive touchscreen mean it's ideal for messaging, while Wi-Fi and HSDPA add oomph to the Internet experience

User rating 6.0

Editor's rating 8.0

E-TEN Glofiish V900

The spec sheet for the Glofiish V900 includes two noteworthy items: a digital TV tuner and an FM radio receiver. These sit alongside a comprehensive range of other features to provide what has to be the best-equipped handheld on the market. We had a few complaints, however, so do your research before making any decisions

Editor's rating 7.3

Samsung Omnia i900

The next big thing to be added to Samsung's hefty mobile portfolio is the Samsung Omnia i900, a Windows Mobile smart phone that packs a cornucopia of features. HSDPA and Wi-Fi for always-on connectivity, plus Exchange and Office support and the ability to edit documents make this a serious mobile contender

User rating 6.7

Editor's rating 7.9

HTC Advantage X7510

The HTC Advantage X7510 smart phone is a great piece of kit. We especially liked the haptic Qwerty keyboard and large screen. With Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional OS and 16GB of storage, you have a useful alternative to a laptop for out of office use

User rating 8.0

Editor's rating 7.5