Back to School Phone Guide 2010
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Sprint
Money don't matter
HTC EVO 4G
Well, you really can't go wrong with the HTC EVO 4G. It runs Android, which is among the best mobile operating systems right now, plus it boasts a giant 4.3” touchscreen that makes everything from viewing images to web browsing more fun. If you don't find that 1GHz Snapdragon beast too big for your hands, then you can get one from Sprint, at a price of $199.99 with a two-year plan.
Samsung Intercept
Now here's a pretty decent Android 2.1 offering that won't even break the bank with its $99.99 on-contract price tag. The Intercept is perfect for messaging thanks to its handy slide-out QWERTY keyboard, while the 3-inch screen seems to be just enough for casual web and multimedia needs. Ladies will be able to enjoy a beautiful pink version.
Samsung Epic 4G
Starting August 31, you'll be able to purchase the Samsung Epic 4G – Sprint's second WiMAX smartphone – for the epic price of $249.99 with a brand new two-year contract. The Epic 4G will surely pay off though, as it will provide you with the goodness of a 4” Super AMOLED screen, 1GHz Humminbird chipset, WiMAX connectivity, 720p HD video recording and a full QWERTY keyboard.
Bang for the buck
LG Rumor Touch
One of the best feature phones in Sprint's lineup, the LG Rumor Touch packs quite a punch with its 3” screen, QWERTY keyboard, GPS, 3G, 2MP camera and microSDHC card slot. This side-slider is available for only $49.99 on contract through the nation's third-largest carrier.
Samsung Seek
This budget-cautious handset is a pretty decent offering for what it is. It may not be that powerful, but hey, for $20 on contract you get a touchscreen and full QWERTY keyboard that is sure to speed up your messaging experience.
T-Mobile
Money don't matter
Samsung Vibrant
The Samsung Vibrant is probably the best smartphone one can buy at T-Mobile. This Galaxy S variant sports an impressive 4” Super AMOLED touchscreen which is great for multimedia. The phone's outstanding specs continue with the 1GHz Humminbird chipset that not only guarantees smooth system performance, but also makes intense 3D gaming possible at high frame rates. The Vibrant can be yours for $199.99 with a two-year service agreement and a data or messaging plan of at least $14.98.
T-Mobile myTouch 3G Slide
The myTouch 3G Slide by HTC is a contemporary smartphone running on Android 2.1 OS. It is feature-rich, being equipped with a healthy-sized 3.4” touch-sensitive screen with HVGA resolution, a 5MP camera with LED flash, 3G and GPS.
Bang for the buck
BlackBerry Curve 8520
What can get girls interested in you more than a business-class smartphone? Well, just in case that it turns out it's something else than the BlackBerry Curve 8520, keep in mind that it is still a highly-capable device with Wi-Fi and an awesome QWERTY keyboard that would make typing those texts a breeze. The best part? It's available for free with a new two-year contract.
Samsung Comeback
Now, what better new handset to choose for your return to the class room than the Samsung Comeback? This landscape-oriented clamshell that happens to have a decent QWERTY keyboard will surely come in handy once those texts start pouring in. Plus, your mom and dad will surely appreciate the fact that it comes for free.
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HTC EVO 4G |
HTC EVO 4G
Well, you really can't go wrong with the HTC EVO 4G. It runs Android, which is among the best mobile operating systems right now, plus it boasts a giant 4.3” touchscreen that makes everything from viewing images to web browsing more fun. If you don't find that 1GHz Snapdragon beast too big for your hands, then you can get one from Sprint, at a price of $199.99 with a two-year plan.
Samsung Intercept
Now here's a pretty decent Android 2.1 offering that won't even break the bank with its $99.99 on-contract price tag. The Intercept is perfect for messaging thanks to its handy slide-out QWERTY keyboard, while the 3-inch screen seems to be just enough for casual web and multimedia needs. Ladies will be able to enjoy a beautiful pink version.
Samsung Epic 4G
Starting August 31, you'll be able to purchase the Samsung Epic 4G – Sprint's second WiMAX smartphone – for the epic price of $249.99 with a brand new two-year contract. The Epic 4G will surely pay off though, as it will provide you with the goodness of a 4” Super AMOLED screen, 1GHz Humminbird chipset, WiMAX connectivity, 720p HD video recording and a full QWERTY keyboard.
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Samsung Intercept | Samsung Epic 4G |
Bang for the buck
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LG Rumor Touch | Samsung Seek |
One of the best feature phones in Sprint's lineup, the LG Rumor Touch packs quite a punch with its 3” screen, QWERTY keyboard, GPS, 3G, 2MP camera and microSDHC card slot. This side-slider is available for only $49.99 on contract through the nation's third-largest carrier.
Samsung Seek
This budget-cautious handset is a pretty decent offering for what it is. It may not be that powerful, but hey, for $20 on contract you get a touchscreen and full QWERTY keyboard that is sure to speed up your messaging experience.
T-Mobile
Money don't matter
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Samsung Vibrant | T-Mobile myTouch 3G Slide |
The Samsung Vibrant is probably the best smartphone one can buy at T-Mobile. This Galaxy S variant sports an impressive 4” Super AMOLED touchscreen which is great for multimedia. The phone's outstanding specs continue with the 1GHz Humminbird chipset that not only guarantees smooth system performance, but also makes intense 3D gaming possible at high frame rates. The Vibrant can be yours for $199.99 with a two-year service agreement and a data or messaging plan of at least $14.98.
T-Mobile myTouch 3G Slide
The myTouch 3G Slide by HTC is a contemporary smartphone running on Android 2.1 OS. It is feature-rich, being equipped with a healthy-sized 3.4” touch-sensitive screen with HVGA resolution, a 5MP camera with LED flash, 3G and GPS.
Bang for the buck
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BlackBerry Curve 8520 | Samsung Comeback |
What can get girls interested in you more than a business-class smartphone? Well, just in case that it turns out it's something else than the BlackBerry Curve 8520, keep in mind that it is still a highly-capable device with Wi-Fi and an awesome QWERTY keyboard that would make typing those texts a breeze. The best part? It's available for free with a new two-year contract.
Samsung Comeback
Now, what better new handset to choose for your return to the class room than the Samsung Comeback? This landscape-oriented clamshell that happens to have a decent QWERTY keyboard will surely come in handy once those texts start pouring in. Plus, your mom and dad will surely appreciate the fact that it comes for free.
Jump to:
Page 1: Introduction
Page 2: Verizon Wireless and AT&T
