Originally Posted by Jim_Gunn

Once you get a smart phone BF, you'll be amazed how you got along without one. If you aren't a Mac guy and don't think you want an iPhone, your best bet is an Android smartphone with one of the major carriers that has a good signal in your area. I've had a business account with Sprint for years now and I get excellent coverage in my area and even when I travel to Vegas, Phoenix, Tampa and other places.

You have many options with Android for the phone itself, but I recommend a nice 4 inch or bigger screen. My almost two year old HTC Evo 4G has a 4.3 inch screen which I love. Other phones like the iPhone's screen appear tiny by comparison. Many people like the Samsung Galaxy S II. Whatever Android phone you get, almost all the popular apps are free.