Best T-Mobile phones
In the market for a T-Mobile phone? Here are the models 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 phone ringtones, accessories, and help page.
Motorola Zine ZN5
8.3 Excellent (reviewed 11/2/08)
The Motorola ZN5 is the best camera phone we've seen so far. But it doesn't stop there, as it's a good phone, too.
Read review of the Motorola Zine ZN5
RIM BlackBerry 8820
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 3/23/08)
The RIM BlackBerry 8820 one-ups the BlackBerry 8830 and offers T-Mobile business customers a well-connected smartphone with the addition of Wi-Fi.
Read review of the RIM BlackBerry 8820
Samsung Behold
7.7 Very good (reviewed 11/12/08)
Though it lacks Wi-Fi, the Samsung Behold is a sleek touch-screen phone with a range of features and an easily understood interface.
Read review of the Samsung Behold
Motorola V195s
7.3 Very good (reviewed 5/14/07)
The Motorola V195s will appeal to T-Mobile customers who want a Bluetooth phone with good call quality and no camera.
Read review of the Motorola V195s
T-Mobile G1
7.0 Very good (reviewed 10/15/08)
While we're not in love with the design and would have liked some additional features, the real beauty of the T-Mobile G1 is the Google Android platform, as it has the potential to make smartphones more personal and powerful. That said, it's not quite there yet, so for now, the G1 is best suited for early adopters and gadget hounds, rather than consumers and business users.
Read review of the T-Mobile G1