Best mobile phones

HTC Evo 3D

September 19th, 2011 - Whether you like the 3D feature or choose to never use it, the Evo 3D is a powerful, capable Android and our favourite HTC smartphone of the year, so far.

• Where to buy? $429 to $519 at 7 stores

HTC Sensation XL

November 16th, 2011 - HTC proves again that bigger is better, especially when its large-screen phone packs in a great user experience and Beats audio headphones to boot.

• Available plans $29 to $99 from 12 plans
• Where to buy? $489 to $559 at 7 stores

Apple iPhone 4S

November 11th, 2011 - iPhone 4S is the best iPhone ever. Anyone who wants an iPhone right now should buy it. It just isn't an iPhone that demands an instant upgrade for iPhone 4 owners.

• Available plans $51 to $139 from 24 plans
• Where to buy? $848 to $995 at 7 stores

Motorola Razr

November 11th, 2011 - Motorola revives its favourite brand with a cracking Android-powered release in the Razr; a fast phone with a unique design and a few killer apps.

• Available plans $48.9 to $70.9 from 5 plans
• Where to buy? $249 to $519 at 10 stores

Lenovo ThinkPad 3G tablet (32GB)

September 12th, 2011 - If you have to buy a tablet this year, the ThinkPad should be on your list. It includes features other tablets forgo or charge extra for, without sacrifices in price or performance.

Huawei Vision

November 29th, 2011 - The Huawei Vision is the difference between cheap and great value. The handset packs power and performance into a sturdy unibody design at a great price.