Drawbacks: Battery life isn't spectacular. And it's best as only an emergency phone.
Price: US$350 list ($249 with rebate). The monthly service data-only plan with unlimited data is $35 a month; phone calls are 20 cents a minute.
Who it's best for: Anyone who doesn't mind carrying a gadget made famous by Paris Hilton.
Recommended by: Angela Gunn, Security channel editor
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