Best smartphones that can be yours for Rs. 20,000 or more

Phones have become a prized commodity. They have far outstretched the primary function of being a mere communication device. People use their handsets to click photos, listen to music, browse the web, check updates on social network sites and for numerous other mundane tasks. As people rely on them to get so many things done, almost everyone nowadays is ready to splurge liberally on these multi-tasking contraptions. From powerful processors, fashionable exteriors to hi tech media utilities, mobile phones are trying every trick in the trade to lure potential buyers.

Here is a short compilation of a few such expensive, classy and premium handsets.

Nokia Lumia 800

The colored border of this really sleek and trendy phone gives it a spunky vibe. The waif thin phone is slimmer than most other Nokia handsets in the market. You will get a tight grip on it due to the matte finish. The tough Gorilla Glass and polycarbonate body reduce damage considerably, even when the piece falls down. As Nokia has shaded the casing of the phone, the colored pops on it won’t fade out fast.

BlackBerry Bold 9790

This phone has the classic look of Blackberry along with a few chic additions like a glossy surface, chrome trimmed edges and a graphite back panel. The handset also embeds the cutting edge touch and type functionality introduced recently by BlackBerry. It’s no wonder, therefore, that apart from business users, this handset is also becoming popular among urban youth who prefer to own tech savvy phones with hi-end networking and social media features.

Samsung Galaxy S plus i9001

If you are looking for a phone that runs smooth and fast, then go for this Android powered device. The upgraded version of the Samsung Galaxy S boasts of 512MB RAM and a 1.4GHz Qualcomm processor. Another high point is its slim and light body that slots in a sizable Super AMOLED capacitative touch screen measuring 4 inches. It is a good phone for people on the go as its hefty 1650mAh battery doesn’t run dry fast and the web browser connected via 3G or Wi-Fi is really swift.

Sony Xperia Arc S

If you’re a fan of phones with a wiry frame, then this one will be a good pick. What stands out most is the brilliant engineering of the touch screen. The 4.2 inch backlit display is scratch resistant exterior and has a superior picture quality due to Sony BRAVIA engine and a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels. The Android device also has Gingerbread, Timescape UI, Adreno 205 GPU and a 1GHz Qualcomm MSM8255 Scorpion processor.

HTC Sensation XE

This phone designed for music buffs also has a 1.5 GHz dual core processor, Sense 3.0 user interface and Android v2.3.4 (Gingerbread). This is first Beats Audio integrated HTC device to hit the market, which is highlighted by its red accents along the border. The device, therefore, boasts of very good music quality.

Samsung Galaxy Note N7000

The distinguishing factor of this phone is its massive Super AMOLED HD capacitive touch screen that measures 5.3 inches. The uber cool S-Pen stylus adds to its hip quotient and using this you can jot down notes on the handset just like you do on paper. The promptness of the device is due to the dual core 1.4 GHz processor.

Apple iPhone 4S

The minimal façade of the phone fits in a sizable screen and a the new A5 Apple chipset, which imparts it speedy delivery and rich graphics. The hi-end 8 MP camera boasts of full HD 1080p video recording and a CMOS sensor. You will get better call clarity due to the new antennae. The phone also boasts of 8 hours of talk time.

Motorola RAZR XT910

If you are simply mad about lean phones, then have a look at this handset that measures just 7.1 mm and is one of the slimmest designs in the market. The upmarket phone has a Super AMOLED Corning Gorilla Glass touchscreen and diamond-cut aluminum accents. The rugged piece has KEVLAR fiber, splash-guard coating and can also withstand drops and falls.

LG Optimus 2X P990

If you are particular about heavy duty hardware, then go for this dual core smartphone that slots in NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor and an Android v2.2 Froyo. There is a 1.3 MP front facing camera and also an 8 MP camera with full HD 1080p video recording and built in flash. Enjoy HD videos and games via the 1 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 core and the eight ULP GeForce GPU core provided by NVIDIA’s processor.

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