The Best Cheap Touch Screen Phones
In early 2010, touchscreen-based mobile phones are quickly becoming the standard offering from cellular providers, from the LG Cookie to the Droid Eris. There are plenty of devices available for under $200. To find inexpensive touchscreen devices, it's important to consider various devices available on various mobile platforms. Prices are quoted as of early 2010.
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HTC Droid Eris - Verizon CDMA Supported Phone
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This Verizon Wireless offered phone features a 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen display and comes equipped with 3G (EVDO Rev A.) data access, Wi-Fi and a MicroSD card slot, all of which keep users connected to all of their devices and the Internet. The Droid Eris also features a 5-megapixel camera with auto focus and runs on the popular Google Android (Cupcake) mobile operating system. The Droid Eris is $99 through Verizon Wireless with a two-year contract.
HTC Pure - AT&T Support Devices
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This HTC offering is available with Quad-Band GSM service and worldwide 3G capabilities. This smartphone features a 5-megapixel camera with a 3.2-inch display and runs on Windows Mobile 6.5. The Pure also comes equipped with Bluetooth 2.0 + A2DP. The HTC Pure is $149.99 from AT&T.
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Pantech Reveal - Free Touchscreen Phone
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The Reveal is a smartphone with a touchscreen and full qwerty keyboard. The phone features a 1.3-megapixel camera, 3G data access and built-in FM radio on a 2.2-inch display. Users can also take advantage of Bluetooth 1.2 connectivity. AT&T offers the device for free with a two-year commitment, or it can be picked up "off contract" for $199.99.
Acer Tempo X960 Smartphone
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The Acer Tempo X960 is offered in the U.S. in "unlocked form" and features a 2.8-inch VGA TFT LCD touch screen. The unit sells for $199 off contract and includes both Wi-Fi and 3G data connectivity. The X960 also offers a built-in GPS receiver and features Windows Mobile 6.1. While a slightly older device, it still packs quite the punch for business users.
LG KP500 Cookie
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The LG KP500 Cookie features a 3-inch touchscreen with the company's proprietary operating system. The Cookie also features Bluetooth 2.0, MicroSDHC card support up to 16GB and a 3-megapixel camera. Unlocked, the phone is $199.
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