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The Xperia X1 is a refreshing addition to the Sony Ericsson portfolio -- it's unlike any phone the company has ever released. Not only is it Sony Ericsson's first Windows Mobile smart phone, but it also offers loads of features, including a slide-out Qwerty keypad and HSDPA. Does this handset quench your smart phone thirst?

Following a period of growing excitement, RIM finally released the BlackBerry Storm.The Storm boasts GPS, HSDPA and its own app store, but the real draw is the 'ClickThrough' screen, which you physically press down to select things. Andrew Lim got a chance to play around with one -- read on to see if all the anticipation was worth it

From the model number, you'd think the N85 is a lesser version of the famous N95, but it's actually an upgrade. It boasts Wi-Fi, HSDPA, GPS and a 3.5mm headphone socket. Is this a case of Nokia running out of ideas, or is it merely honing a deservedly popular phone?

Samsung's love affair with touchscreen phones has produced some gems -- and some stinkers. The latest direction both Samsung and its Korean arch-rival LG are taking touchscreens is the high-end camera phone. The Pixon packs 8 megapixels and a dual LED flash, but can it outshine its rivals?

Sony Ericsson has always produced good camera phones but the C905 outdoes them all. The high-resolution camera with xenon flash produces sharp shots even in low light and we were impressed by all the extras, such as GPS and Wi-Fi. If you're looking for a serious camera phone that could replace your camera, this is it

The HTC Touch HD is HTC's finest Windows Mobile phone yet. A slim casing houses a large, responsive VGA screen, and inside you'll find the heart of a beast: GPS, HSDPA, Wi-Fi and a 3.5mm headphone jack all make for a very smart phone indeed. It's just a shame it doesn't run Android

Sony Ericsson's new W595 is a slider handset with a 3.2-megapixel camera, and it replaces the popular W580i from last year. Supported music formats include MP3, AAC, WMA and WAV, meaning it could replace your MP3 player. The new camera is a definite improvement and there are some better specs, too, so have a look

If you're overwhelmed with all the large touchscreen phones coming out at the moment and yearn for something a little smaller, Nokia might just have what you're looking for. The seductive Nokia 6600 Slide looks like a little shiny pebble and doesn't pretend to be anything it's not. And it does its simple job very well

The W902 is Sony Ericsson's flagship Walkman phone for the end of 2008, and the first Walkman to come with a 5-megapixel camera. We were impressed with the pictures we took -- especially since it's a music phone, too. With a decent interface for browsing media and a solid, attractive design, the W902 is one to check out

The 914c remains relatively fixed in its traditional business overcoat compared with the latest designs from other manufacturers. But with features such as 3G HSDPA, dual Wi-Fi, GPS and front-mounted Qwerty keyboard the HP iPaq 914c provides a solid foundation and good performance

If a music phone doesn't have a real headphone socket, we're not going to recommend it very highly -- unless it blows us away in ever other way. Here are four favourite music phones that work with decent headphones natively

Do good things really come in small packages? We took the tiny Sony Ericsson T303 out on the town to find out. One thing's for sure: this phone is pretty basic, with just a 1.3-megapixel camera and only 8MB of memory. But it's incredibly sturdy and the big draw is its diminutive size, so it could be just what you're looking for

Alcatel has a history of making affordable phones, but with the OT-S520 it's produced an affordable phone that also looks good. The sleek S520 is available for £15 and is a simple phone with simple ambitions. It's only got 2MB of memory and a VGA camera, but that shouldn't matter if all you need to do is text and call

We finally got our hands on the Google's first stab at a mobile phone, and it was a good experience indeed. We were impressed by the G1's Web browser, which came closest to the iPhone's than any we've seen, and by the combination of features that make this phone a very competent messaging device

Newcomer Velocity Mobile has started shipping its first smart phone, the Velocity 103, which offers 256MB of flash memory, a VGA touchscreen, HSDPA support, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and GPS, among other awesome features. In addition to all that, you can get over-the-air software updates, too

The Nokia N96 is one of this year's most eagerly awaited mobile phones. Packed with the kind of features that would make MacGyver giddy, this handset will appeal to anyone with an addiction to bleeding-edge technology. With 16GB of onboard memory and a 5-megapixel camera, this phone has it all

The Motorola ZINE ZN5's camera is one of the better ones to have graced a phone, with impressive low-light performance and 5-megapixel action. It's got a 3.5mm jack and amazing battery life, so you can play around on it for hours. But there are some drawbacks to keep in mind, most notably the phone's lack of 3G support

Best noticed for its teen-friendly looks, and best purchased for its musical abilities, this otherwise average Nokia 5220 XpressMusic phone does its main job well. It's not breaking any ground or adding anything new to the market, but what it needed to get right, it's got right

Taking the Viewty touchscreen concept to the next level, the LG Renoir is a serious 8-megapixel camera phone with ambitions of replacing your standalone digital snapper. With HSDPA for fast mobile Internet access and Dolby Mobile for enhanced sound playback, this phone may well outshine its funny name

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

BenQ's new E72 Windows Mobile handset is now available SIM-free for £100 from Expansys, and we're happy to see this different take on Windows Mobile. The E72 shows originality in both hardware design and software, though it is very compact and leaves out some features, so it may not appeal to everyone

The Treo Pro is Palm's most feature-packed phone to date. While it doesn't feature a fancy 3D interface, the combination of hardware keys and touchscreen produces an enjoyable Windows Mobile experience -- also, it's much thinner than any of its predecessors, making it more pocket-friendly

As well as supporting HSDPA for fast downloads, the U800 also has dual cameras, so you can use it for video calling. It's a sleek-looking candybar phone with great call quality, impressive battery life and easy-to-navigate menus. Consider examining this one before making any purchasing decisions, if you ask us

With a slim profile and a responsive keypad, the Samsung i200 is ideal for those who rely heavily on texts and emails. Its HSDPA access and responsive Windows Mobile 6.1 software should offer just about enough features for most people

If you're on the lookout for a phone that will help you manoeuvre your way through the urban jungle as well as pick up your emails, you're going to need a full-on smart phone with all the trimmings and maybe even some onion gravy -- here are four of our favourites