Editors' top basic phones

Sometimes you want a phone that's just a phone. Here are the no-frills models without all the fancy features that we think should be at the top of your list. We'll be updating our selections as we review new models, so sign up for our On Call Newsletter, and we'll let you know when the updated list appears. To find ringtones and accessories for these phones, plus advice and tips on how to use them, check out our cell phones ringtones, accessories, and help page.