Before Barcelona, there was already a raft of awesome Android handsets to coo over. But now Google’s OS has found itself in a slew of slick new devices that affirm its position, for now, as mobile top dog. Still not sure which one’s your hot favourite? Well dive in now and see if you agree with our top five Android picks from Mobile World Congress 2010.
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HTC LegendNot just the best Android phone, but arguably the best blower full stop at this year’s show. Android 2.1 combined with an even sharper HTC Sense UI, as well as an iPhone bashing slice of design meant the HTC Legend was the phone that suckers for style were pawing all week over in Spain. On top of those stunning looks, you’ll also find an Apple-bashing 5 megapixel camera, a new FriendStream feature for pulling in all your social networking nonsense and even an AMOLED panel.
T-Mobile Pulse Mini
At under a ton, the T-Mobile Pulse Mini is undoubtedly the best value cell we saw at Mobile World Congress. Because in spite of being a budget effort, it still rocks Wi-Fi and HSDPA, all backed up by the latest, greatest Android 2.1 software. The only real niggle is the need for a stylus to mooch around the somewhat dinky 2.8-inch screen. But compare this to the mini models shown off by Sony Ericsson and you’re looking a classy, next-gen alternative.
Samsung Beam
The regular specs are enough to get even the snootiest mobile snob all hot and bothered. We’re talking 5MP camera, super AMOLED screen clocking in at 3.7-inches, as well as the latest Android OS and HD video recording. But the Samsung Beam’s real draw is in its name. See, this number packs in a pico projector, letting you fire out home movies and regular flicks that are stashed on your mobile. Get set for “guerilla cinema” sessions on a wall near you.
Motorola Motoroi
We’re big fans of the Motorola Milestone. Except for one major problem: that hideous keyboard. Thankfully, the Motorola Motoroi strips away that querulous QWERTY, but keeps the same stunning 3.7-inch screen and Android, while upping the snapper’s skills to 8MP and chucking in HDMI out for good measure. Proof, if it were needed, that Motorola has got its act together at last.
Huawei U8800
It might have been hidden in a dirty display box, but that didn’t stop us getting childishly excited about the Huawei U8800. The screen is larger than your average Android-packing pocket pal, at 3.8-inches. But its the HSPA+ under the hood that’s worth getting primed for. It promises epic download speeds meaning mobile web should be as good as your home network. Due in the summer, the only shame is Huawei’s reluctance to let us have a play.
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