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• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 77 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though it's not quite enough to draw committed iPhone or Android owners, the BlackBerry Z10's modern design and features give BlackBerry fans what they've hungered for. Read review

Specs: 4.77 oz, 4.2 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 40 reviews

The Bottom Line: While the LG Nexus 4 wins on internal performance and user experience, anyone shopping for an unlocked phone should consider a comparable LTE handset first. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, 4.9 oz, 4.7 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The reasonable $80 price tag, dual-core processor, and Android 4.0, make the LG Optimus L9 a reliable midlevel handset for T-Mobile users. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, 4.41 oz, 4.7 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 37 reviews

The Bottom Line: With top specs and a striking design, HTC's Windows Phone 8X makes a smart choice for anyone ready to dive into the Windows Phone OS. Read review

Specs: AT&T, 4.59 oz, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Facebook fanatics -- and, weirdly, Android purists -- looking for a functional Android phone will enjoy the HTC First. Everyone else can move along. Read review

Specs: AT&T, LTE, 4.34 oz, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The value is high and the drawbacks are few and far between on the Samsung Galaxy Exhilarate. Read review

Specs: AT&T, LTE, Up to 390 min, With digital camera / digital player, 4.6 oz, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 21 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're not a shutterbug, the Motorola Droid Razr M's sleek style, fast CPU, and great battery life make it an excellent choice. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, LTE, 4.44 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Motorola’s lovely new Droid Razr HD is fast and thin, but its weak camera should make mobile shutterbugs wary. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, LTE, 5.15 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.7 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 14 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're not a shutterbug, the Motorola Droid Razr M's sleek style, fast CPU, and great battery life make it an excellent choice. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, LTE, 4.44 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Although it isn't banging on all cylinders when it comes to top-tier specs, the Samsung Galaxy Stratosphere II's reliable performance makes it the QWERTY keyboard phone to buy on Verizon. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X / GSM / WCDMA (UMTS), 5.43 oz, 5 megapixels, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 368 reviews

The Bottom Line: With its polished design and user interface, and blazing fast speeds, the HTC Droid Incredible takes pole position as Verizon's top smartphone and is now the Android device to beat. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA, With digital camera, 4.59 oz, 3.7 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.6 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 35 reviews

The Bottom Line: The HTC One S is the best phone you can get on T-Mobile (for now), wrapping Android 4.0, 4G data speeds, and a beautiful 4.3-inch AMOLED screen into one svelte package. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, With digital camera / digital player, 4.2 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G LTE is a good Android choice, but for the same price, the LG Viper gives you greater camera power. Read review

Specs: Sprint Nextel, CDMA2000 1X, 4.2 oz, 5 megapixels, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG Optimus Elite packs a couple of interesting extras, but at its core it's no more than an average Android phone with a less than elite design. Read review

Specs: Sprint Nextel, CDMA2000 1X, 4.25 oz, 5 megapixels, 3.5 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: With the Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G, you're looking at a solid midrange Android smartphone that packs a punch, and has a reasonable initial price tag. T-Mobile customers wouldn't go wrong with the handset, especially if they don't want to pay top dollar, but it isn't for those looking for the cutting edge. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, LTE, Up to 420 min, With digital camera / digital player, 4.5 oz, 3.97 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 37 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Casio G'zOne Commando is absolutely the choice if you want a rugged Android smartphone, but you have to keep its various negatives in mind. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X, 5.4 oz, 5 megapixels, 3.6 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Nokia Lumia 810 makes for a practical smartphone choice, but if you're looking for something thin and light, the HTC Windows Phone 8X is one better option. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, 5.11 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: HTC's Droid Incredible 4G LTE is compact and costs less than Verizon's other smartphones, but it still adds up to a raw deal. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, LTE / CDMA, Up to 574.72 min, With digital camera / digital player, 4.66 oz, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Samsung's Rugby Pro makes a good, affordable choice for people seeking a more rugged smartphone, but it won't satisfy those who need an ultradurable frame. Read review

Specs: AT&T, LTE, 4.6 oz, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 103 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Nokia Lumia 900's unique design and high-end features make Windows Phone look fantastic, and the $99 price is extremely fair. Despite some flaws, this is my favorite Windows Phone yet. Read review

Specs: AT&T, WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, Up to 420 min (2G), Up to 420 min (3G), With digital camera / digital player / FM radio, 5.6 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for an inexpensive Android phone to fall in love with, AT&T's $50 Pantech Discover is it. Read review

Specs: AT&T, 4.7 oz, 4.8 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The competitively priced Kyocera Rise is fitting for texting enthusiasts looking for a starter smartphone with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Read review

Specs: Sprint Nextel, CDMA, 5.54 oz, 3.5 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 108 reviews

The Bottom Line: Its excellent design and user experience, coupled with its solid performance, make the HTC Sensation 4G one of the best Android phones yet and a top pick for T-Mobile customers. Read review

Specs: Not specified, WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, With digital camera, 5.2 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 69 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though the lack of some features is disappointing, the HTC Droid Incredible 2 is an improved device and a good choice for Verizon customers looking for a global smartphone. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, GSM / CDMA / UMTS, Up to 390 min, With digital camera / digital player, 4.77 oz, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony Xperia TL is a fantastic value and Sony's best U.S. smartphone yet. Read review

Specs: AT&T, 5.29 oz, 4.6 in