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• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 557 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG Dare is an innovative and feature-rich handset, with several surprises that set it apart from other touch-screen phones. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 280 min, With digital camera, 3.76 oz, 3.2 megapixels

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG Encore may have a good set of features, but its poor touch screen and lagging performance prevent us from recommending it. Read review

Specs: AT&T, 3.7 oz, 3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 105 reviews

The Bottom Line: The T-Mobile G2x's simple Android interface, blazingly fast speeds, and polished look make it the phone to beat in T-Mobile's lineup. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, GSM / UMTS, With digital camera / digital player, 4.8 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 166 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG EnV3 has an impressive design and feature set that make it one of Verizon's top messaging phones. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 327 min, With digital camera / digital player, 3.8 oz, 3 megapixels, 2.6 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though not without its merits, this most recent addition to the MyTouch family has too many things against it. No one issue was unbearable on its own, but when I add up all my qualms about it, I'd ultimately suggest another phone within its class. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, GSM / UMTS, Up to 540 min, With digital camera / digital player, 3.8 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you like a real keyboard on a no-contract, reasonably priced handset, the LG Optimus Slider is a good contender. Just remember its low specs and boxy build. Read review

Specs: Virgin Mobile, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 228 min, With digital camera / digital player, 5.5 oz, 3.2 megapixels, 3.2 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: With its gorgeous display, high-def everything, and 4G speeds, the LG Nitro HD has what it takes to compete; however, a few flaws keep it from trampling the competition. Read review

Specs: AT&T, LTE, 4.5 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 7 reviews

Specs: TracFone, GSM, 2.93 oz, 1.3 megapixels, 2.2 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 22 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG Spectrum's clean design brings preppy style to some of the fastest 4G LTE data speeds around. The smartphone's attention to HD is admirable, but a few interface and performance flaws could scare away some. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 498 min, With digital camera / digital player, 4.99 oz, 8 megapixels, 4.5 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG Enlighten is a great beginner smartphone for Verizon Wireless customers who want a physical keyboard. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA, Up to 360 min, With digital camera / digital player, 5.54 oz, 3.2 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 37 reviews

The Bottom Line: Some design issues aside, the LG Quantum is a solid Windows Phone device with a spacious QWERTY keyboard for messaging fanatics. Read review

Specs: AT&T, WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, With digital camera, 6.21 oz, 5 megapixels, 3.5 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Sprint's LG Mach is a reliable 4G LTE slider phone with midrange specs that'll satisfy basic needs at a competitive price. Read review

Specs: Sprint Nextel, LTE, 5.92 oz, 5 megapixels, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Connect 4G has a steep price tag for a reason, but you get 4G speeds, a zippy processor, and a superb touch screen. Read review

Specs: MetroPCS, LTE, Up to 270 min, With digital camera / digital player, 0.3 lbs, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 296 reviews

The Bottom Line: Despite a few quibbles with the touch screen, its full features and excellent performance make the LG Vu one of the hottest phones this year. Read review

Specs: AT&T, WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, 3.2 oz, 2 megapixels, 3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: If you absolutely crave a physical keyboard and swift 4G data for less, you'll find plenty to like about T-Mobile's MyTouch Q. More selective smartphone shoppers, however, will want to look elsewhere. Read review

Specs: T-Mobile, WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, Up to 198 min, With digital camera / digital player, 5.6 oz, 5 megapixels, 3.5 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: Straight Talk, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 300 min, With digital camera / digital player, 5.53 oz, 3.2 megapixels, 3.2 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.6 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG Marquee's slim design and jam-packed feature set make it Boost Mobile's flagship phone. But its high price (even without a contract) and slow processor will make it a tough sell. Read review

Specs: Boost Mobile, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 330 min, With digital camera / digital player, 3.95 oz, 5 megapixels, 4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Despite its faults, the LG Prime is a nice phone, especially given its price and the fact that you can get it without a contract. Read review

Specs: AT&T, GSM, 3.1 oz, 2 megapixels, 3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 25 reviews

The Bottom Line: Specs-wise, the LG Esteem is MetroPCS' fastest and most advanced phone, but its dismal battery life is a terrible disservice. Read review

Specs: metroPCS, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 230 min, With digital camera / digital player, 6.1 oz, 5 megapixels, 4.3 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 18 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG Remarq is an adorable eco-friendly messaging phone at an affordable price. Read review

Specs: Sprint Nextel, CDMA / AWS, Up to 330 min, With digital camera / digital player, 3.8 oz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 329 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though the LG Chocolate is beautifully designed and offers a respectable mix of features and performance, it doesn't quite live up to the hype. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 210 min, With digital camera / digital player, 3.5 oz, 1.3 megapixels

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 14 reviews

The Bottom Line: For the price, the LG Thrill 4G makes for a decent and fun Android device that includes 3D capabilities, but if you're after power and performance, there are better alternatives. Read review

Specs: AT&T, GSM / UTMS, With digital camera / digital player / FM radio, 5.99 oz, 5 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 294 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG EnV2 is not much more than a slimmed down version of the EnV, but it still serves as an excellent high-end messaging phone. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X, With digital camera / digital player, 4.2 oz, 2 megapixels, 2.4 in

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 248 reviews

The Bottom Line: The LG V8300 is a well-designed and high-performing EV-DO phone for Verizon Wireless. Read review

Specs: Verizon Wireless, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 230 min, 3.9 oz, 1.3 megapixels

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 73 reviews

The Bottom Line: While not as advanced as the Optimus handsets on other carriers, the Optimus M is still a great entry-level Android phone for MetroPCS customers. Read review

Specs: MetroPCS, CDMA2000 1X, Up to 450 min, With digital camera / digital player, 5.39 oz, 3.2 megapixels, 3.2 in