Best budget phone 2024: The top cheap smartphones in the UK, as tested and reviewed by us changed2
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Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S review
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The Arc S has a faster processor and better battery life than the original Arc, and even costs slightly less SIM-free, but the 3D and USB features aren't compelling reasons to upgrade
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£334 inc VAT
HTC Titan review
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A huge screen and a brilliant operating system - it may be too big for some, though
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£479.99 inc VAT
HTC Radar review
Mobile phonesAn excellent operating system in a premium chassis - only the small amount of storage lets it down
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£329.99 inc VAT
Google launches Android 4.0 “Ice Cream Sandwich”
Mobile phonesMajor new release unifies smartphone and tablet operating systems
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Apple iPhone 4S review
Mobile phonesIt's hugely expensive, but well worth it if you can afford it. It's fast, has a great camera (and video capabilities). Siri isn't quite there yet, but in time, it should be an invaluable time saver
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£599 inc VAT
iPhone 4S – Apple refines current model
Mobile phonesNo iPhone 5 in sight, as Apple takes the expected path and upgrades its current design
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Samsung Omnia 7 review
Mobile phonesA great AMOLED screen and great build quality make the Omnia 7 an attractive phone, but Windows Phone 7 means your content is tied to Zune
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£300 inc VAT
RIM BlackBerry Bold 9900 review
Mobile phonesExcellent build quality and an updated software make the 9900 an extremely capable smartphone, but at a high price
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£479 inc VAT
Nokia E6-00 review
Mobile phonesWhile the E6 is well-built and has plenty of features, the Symbian operating system is a pain to use and won't be supported for much longer, so it's one to avoid
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£276 inc VAT
Motorola Milestone 2 review
Mobile phonesGreat battery life, decent storage and a clear interface, but performance is poor and the keyboard's flat keys aren't the best we've used
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£340 inc VAT