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For the youthful texter: T-Mobile Sidekick 3
Many teenagers rarely use their cellies to hold an audible conversation; instead, they're spending hours typing out messages to 15 of their closest friends. Imagine their ear-to-ear smiles when they unwrap a Sidekick 3, which boasts a comfortable, full QWERTY keypad that gives them the stamina for an all-night text-fest. The Sidekick 3 also features instant messaging support for AOL, MSN and Yahoo, as well as e-mail to give your teen plenty of ways to pass virtual notes during class. Read full review…
For the fashionable messaging maven: RIM BlackBerry Pearl
Thrill your favorite texting fashionista with the sleek BlackBerry Pearl. This smartphone features runway looks with its thin profile (0.6 inches) and a compact, pseudo-QWERTY keypad. The Pearl's trusty BlackBerry interface, e-mail, MP3 player, 1.3-megapixel camera and instant messaging capabilities (supports AOL, Yahoo, ICQ and MSN) will have her hooked season after season. Read full review…
For slim-phone lovers: Samsung SGH-i607 BlackJack
If your texting-fiend longs for a slim phone with a full QWERTY keypad, he'll adore the Samsung SGH-i607 BlackJack with its svelte half-inch profile. The smartphone sports a striking matte black shell, QVGA display and a comfy set of keys. Besides messaging options like e-mail and instant messaging for AOL, Yahoo and MSN, the HSDPA-enabled BlackJack includes its fair share of entertainment, including support for Cingular Video and the carrier's just-announced music service. Read full review…
For no-nonsense texters: Cingular 8525
Does the workaholic in your life need a boardroom-ready phone with a stellar keypad for firing off e-mails? She'll light up if you slip the Cingular 8525 in her stocking. This smart-slider features a 2-megapixel camera, support for corporate e-mail accounts and instant messaging. Even better, the 8525 serves up HSDPA and Wi-Fi to satisfy your favorite road-warrior's need for speed. Read full review…
For the clamshell aficionado: Samsung SGH-T719
If the texter in your life is a fan of clamshells, surprise him with a Samsung SGH-T719 under the tree. This smart flip phone has a SureType keypad to give his tired thumbs some welcome relief, while offering up BlackBerry Connect push e-mail access. The T719 also includes a 1.3-megapixel camera, Bluetooth and voice tagging (in case his fingertips need a break). Read full review…
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