Editor's choice smartphones: October 2011
The best smartphones as chosen by the PC World Australia editorial team.
- — 09 November, 2011 09:19
Want to buy a new smartphone? Don't purchase anything without reading our Editors Choice selection: a rank of the top 10 smartphones based on review scores by the PC World Australia editorial team.
Apple's iPhone and Google's Android platform dominate the mobile market so naturally this is reflected in our October editor's choice list. Along with the recently-launched iPhone 4S, the Samsung Galaxy S II, the HTC Sensation and the Sony Ericsson XPERIA Arc are part of our list. We also found room for two Windows Phone 7 devices, along with the new BlackBerry Bold 9900.
1. Samsung Galaxy S II Android phone
The Samsung Galaxy S II is without doubt the best Android phone on the market, and may also be the best smartphone on the market, period. The Galaxy S II combines one of the biggest and best screens on the ...
Review Date: 25th May, 2011
2. Apple iPhone 4S
If you're upgrading from an iPhone 4, Apple's new iPhone 4S is best described as an evolutionary rather than revolutionary upgrade. However, for current iPhone 3G and 3GS users, or those switching from another platform, the iPhone 4S is a ...
Review Date: 18th Oct., 2011
3. HTC Sensation Android phone
The HTC Sensation combines a large, qHD display with an excellent unibody aluminium design. It may not feel as snappy as other dual-core Android phones, nor offer anything hugely new or innovative over previous HTC models, but it remains a ...
Review Date: 12th July, 2011
4. Sony Ericsson XPERIA Arc Android phone
The Sony Ericsson XPERIA Arc has a few minor flaws, but these are easily overlooked thanks to its exquisite design. The XPERIA Arc is fast, super-thin and combines a great camera with an excellent display.
Review Date: 6th April, 2011
5. HTC Incredible S Android phone
The HTC Incredible S is a slick, fast and well-constructed Android phone. It may lack a HDMI port, but this is a minor flaw in an otherwise excellent smartphone.
Review Date: 4th April, 2011
6. HTC Desire S Android phone
The HTC Desire S is an evolutionary rather than revolutionary upgrade over the original Desire. It remains an excellent smartphone, but it hits the market at a time when competition is fiercer than ever. We think it's a good all-rounder ...
Review Date: 6th June, 2011
7. RIM BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone
The BlackBerry Bold 9900’s superb keyboard, fantastic design and great display make it without a doubt the best BlackBerry ever produced. However, it's still very tough to recommend this over iPhone and Android alternatives when you take into account the ...
Review Date: 7th Sept., 2011
8. LG Optimus Black Android phone
The LG Optimus Black possesses a great design and a good quality camera, along with a screen that offers superb sunlight legibility. The Optimus Black isn’t as fast as the latest dual-core smartphones, but if you’re after an Android phone ...
Review Date: 24th June, 2011
9. Samsung Omnia 7 smartphone
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 ...
Review Date: 21st Oct., 2010
10. HTC HD7 smartphone
The HTC HD7 impressed us with its massive screen and built-in kickstand, but a few annoying quirks in its design detract from this smartphone's overall appeal. The HD7 remains an excellent Windows Phone 7 smartphone but sits a notch below ...
Review Date: 7th Dec., 2010
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