The Xphone II bundles lots of features into a compact, sleek design. It would suit phone users needing basic organiser capabilities, but those wanting more comprehensive PDA features should stick to the Xda range.

The 595 sets a new standard for smartphones, proving that high-end features and a fashionable form factor aren't mutually exclusive.

A solid smart phone with an excellent foldout keyboard, the E70 is a welcome addition to the business market

The Nokia 7710 will appeal to the multimedia buffs, but if you intend on making a lot of calls, this heavy unit might not be for you.

An excellent choice for corporate and business users, the E60 combines a superb display with a good features list for its asking price.

The Atom Exec on its own is an excellent and compact smart phone packed full of features. If you already own the original, it's not worth an upgrade, but otherwise, this comes highly recommended.

The 8800 adds built-in GPS to a device already packed with features. Combined with the design overhaul, this sleek and stylish BlackBerry is definitely a winner.

The JAMA 201 boasts an excellent design and the keyboard and controls make it a pleasure to use, but the lack of features will turn many away.

The much-hyped Touch Diamond had plenty of potential, but ultimately it is a hugely frustrating phone to use. A great display, stylish design and reasonable browser are let down by a sluggish and slow user interface. Unfortunately, the great eye candy of the Diamond isn’t enough to push it over the line.

The iPhone 3G improves on its predecessor, refining its strengths and eliminating some of its flaws. On the way, however, it picked up a few more flaws. Exchange and MobileMe support are appealing, but poor battery life and substandard GPS implementation will deter some people.

The E71 is one of the most stylish smartphones on the market. If you can get by with a slightly small display and keyboard, this beast offers plenty of features and grunt.

The P750 won’t turn many heads, but it will provide you with a fair list of features and the bundled window mount for navigation is a bonus.