(Nov 25, 2009)
Kent German
Senior Editor
Cell phones that play video are becoming increasingly popular. Almost all the major carriers now have 3G networks, which let you to stream video to your phone through a wireless broadband connection. Quality can vary, so we'll save you the trouble of testing the phones by listing our favorite models here. But 3G isn't the only way to enjoy video on your handsets. Some handsets can play real television programming, while others can play videos stored directly on the phone. This list will be updated regularly, so sign up for our Mobile Weekly newsletter. To find ringtones and accessories for these phones, plus advice and tips on how to use them check out our cell phone ringtones, accessories, and help page.
Apple iPhone 3G
The iPhone 3G delivers on its promises by adding critical features and sharper call quality. The iTunes App Store is pretty amazing, and the 3G support is more than welcome. Critical features still are missing, and the battery depletes quickly under heavy use, but the iPhone 3G is a big improvement over the original model.
Price: $149.99 (check prices)
Review date: Jul 11, 2008
Excellent
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Motorola Droid
Despite some design issues and a couple of missing features, the Motorola Droid is the most powerful and fastest Google Android device to date. It fully embraces the openness of the Android platform and offers Verizon customers a smartphone that certainly rivals the other touch-screen devices on the market.
Price: $199.99 - $599.99 (check prices)
Review date: Oct 28, 2009
Excellent
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HTC Imagio
The HTC Imagio is rich with both multimedia and business features, making it a great all-in-one smartphone for the Verizon globetrotter.
Price: $199.99 (check prices)
Review date: Oct 5, 2009
Excellent
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Samsung i8910 Omnia HD
While the lack of 3G and expensive price tag will keep it out of the hands of the masses, the Samsung i890 Omnia HD is a powerful multimedia smartphone that rivals the other high-end touch-screen devices.
Price: $629.99 - $683.36 (check prices)
Review date: Aug 18, 2009
Very good
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Samsung Instinct HD
The Samsung Instinct HD packs a lot of features and decent performance into an appealing design. But even with all it has to offer, we'd prefer to pay less and get a full smartphone.
Price: $249.99 - $649.99 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 30, 2009
Excellent
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