$20 - $50 Dual-mode Phones

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.

Manufacturers: Apple On: Mar 3, 2010 Hit: 2114

Highlights: Top Smartphone 2011 Apple iPhone Mobile Apple 2.5 Inch Mobile Phones

HTC Aria Android smartphone. Announced 2010, June. Features 3G, TFT capacitive touchscreen, 5 MP camera, Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth.

Manufacturers: HTC On: Jun 28, 2010 Hit: 2147

Highlights: Top Smartphone 2011 Linux Smartphones HTC Verizon Phones

Despite some minor complaints, the Nokia 5130 Xpress Music is an ideal choice for a budget music phone.

Manufacturers: Nokia On: Feb 15, 2010 Hit: 2361

Highlights: Less than $20 Cell Phones More Than $300 Cell Phones Sony Ericsson Sprint Nextel Phones

The Sony Ericsson Aino's luscious display and multimedia offerings make it one of the better unlocked phones we've seen this year.

Manufacturers: Sony Ericsson On: Feb 9, 2010 Hit: 930

Highlights: Top Smartphone 2011 Sony Ericsson W Series Mobile Sony Ericsson K Mobile

The LG enV Touch's combination of great design and top-notch features makes it one of the top Verizon Wireless phones we've ever seen.

Manufacturers: LG Electronics On: Mar 4, 2010 Hit: 1471

Highlights: Top Smartphone 2011 $20 - $50 Cell Phones Less Than $20 LG Cell Phones

The RIM BlackBerry Storm may blow in a frenzy for Verizon Wireless subscribers wanting a touch screen similar to the Apple iPhone. However, there are bugs and performance issues that prevent the Storm from delivering its full potential.

Manufacturers: Research In Motion Ltd. On: Mar 19, 2010 Hit: 804

Highlights: Top Smartphone 2011 BlackBerry HDMI Output Mobile BlackBerry Resistive Touch Screen Phone

Nokia E71 Symbian smartphone. Announced 2008, June. Features 3G, TFT display, 3.15 MP camera, Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth.

Manufacturers: Nokia On: May 19, 2010 Hit: 758

Highlights: $20 - $50 HDMI Output Phones $50 - $100 Linux Phone $20 - $50 Nokia Phone For Kids

Nokia E73 Mode Symbian smartphone. Announced 2010, June. Features 3G, TFT display, 5 MP camera, Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth.

Manufacturers: Nokia On: Jun 15, 2010 Hit: 234

Highlights: Top Smartphone 2011 Nokia X3 Mobile Nokia X Mobile

Samsung B7350 Omnia PRO 4 Windows Mobile smartphone. Announced 2010, June. Features 3G, TFT resistive touchscreen, 3.15 MP camera, Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth.

Manufacturers: Samsung On: Jun 28, 2010 Hit: 898

Highlights: Samsung Metro Mobile Samsung S Mobile Samsung A Mobile

With its design improvements and feature enhancements, the HTC Legend is a worthy upgrade from the Hero and one of the most solid and well-built Android phones we've seen in its class. We can only hope that a North American version is released soon.

Manufacturers: HTC On: Jul 9, 2010 Hit: 343

Highlights: Less Than $20 Samsung Cell Phones HTC Legend Mobile HTC HD Video Mobile