Best Windows Phones

The best phones powered by Microsoft's Windows Phone platform

Microsoft may be struggling to compete with Apple and Google when it comes to mobile operating systems, but in Windows Phone the company has an elegant, smooth and functional OS that is often under appreciated.

Windows Phones may lack some features compared to rival smartphones, but there is no doubting the usefulness and ease of use of Microsoft's OS.

We round-up the best Windows Phones on the market, from budget options like Samsung's Omnia W, to the powerhouse, flagship Nokia Lumia 900.

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Samsung Omnia 7

Windows Phone 7 smartphones may be extremely similar, but the Samsung Omnia 7 manages to stick its head above the pack thanks to its gorgeous Super AMOLED display and an excellent design. If you're in the market for a Windows Phone 7 smartphone, the Omnia 7 should be at the top of your list.

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  • 21st Oct., 2010
  • Ross Catanzariti
  • Samsung
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  • Pros:
  • 4in Super AMOLED display, excellent fit and finish, attractive industrial-style design
  • Cons:
  • Only 8GB of internal memory, no camera lens cover, Now hub offers nothing compelling, hard to record steady video footage

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