Normally rugged phones offer few, if any, Internet-connected features — apart from the chirps of Nextel push-to-talk conversations that serve as sonic litter on most construction sites, they're typically just a few steps beyond the StarTacs of old. Not so with the Casio G'zOne Brigade ($250). This water- and shock-resistant... [More]

We'll be the first to admit that Nike would have been the first shoe company we'd expect to launch its own handset, but that doesn't make the Puma Phone ($TBA) any less cool. Designed by Puma and Sagem Wireless, the Puma Phone is an "active smartphone," offering the expected features... [More]

Believe it not, the smartphone that looks the most like a MacBook isn't from Apple. The HTC Legend ($TBA) is a new Android 2.1 handset featuring an Apple-like unibody aluminum design, as well as a 3.2-inch AMOLED screen — not as roomy or sharp as the one found on the... [More]

Forget the typically awkward name: this is an all new Windows smartphone experience. Microsoft Windows Phone 7 Series is a complete re-build of Windows Mobile, with a spartan interface replacing the clutter that had become synonymous with the platform. Key features of the new OS are a series of "hubs"... [More]

While it's more of a feature-phone than truly "smart," the LG Mini ($TBA) may be enough to satisfy those with less ambitious mobile cravings. Centered around a 3.2-inch, 16:9 touchscreen, the Mini offers 7.2 Mbps HSDPA connectivity, Wi-Fi, A-GPS, a built-in FM radio, microSD storage with music and video playback,... [More]

Despite its declining marketshare, Windows Phone is still powering some pretty impressive handsets, including the new Sony Ericsson Aspen ($TBA; Q2 2010). As part of the company's GreenHeart line, it offers eco-friendly features like a power saving mode, eco mate application, electronic manuals, waterbourne painting, and a body made form... [More]

Equal parts jewelry and gadget, the new Jawbone Icon ($100) continues the Bluetooth accessory specialist's push to make headset wearing less of a social faux pas. In addition to gallery-worthy styling and the requisite Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR functionality, the Icon also features NoiseAssassin 2.5 noise elimination, improved audio clarity,... [More]

Sporting a unique reverse flip design and the MOTOBLUR content delivery service, the Motorola Backflip ($TBA; Q1 2010) will be the first Android phone released on AT&T. The design lets the screen slide up for access to a hardware keyboard, or flip around to act as a video viewing stand.... [More]

If the last week was any indication, 2010 will definitely be the year of the tablet, and the Dell Mini 5 ($TBA) looks to be a solid option amongst the sea of upcoming slates. Rocking a five-inch multitouch screen, five-megapixel rear and webcam-quality front facing cameras, a built-in SIM card... [More]

New: Uncrate's Garrett Murray gets his grimy hands all over the new Google phone. Just when you thought you were all ready to plunk down your holiday gift cards toward a new iPhone, Google comes out of a left field with a scrappy alternative. Built by HTC, the Nexus One... [More]

"Hunchback," "Chubbs," "Fatty" — call it what you want, but the LG Expo ($200) is a standard smartphone with a surprising secret: a $180 DLP pico projector that straps to its back, not unlike an "iPhone" made from a cheap Tracfone, an iPod shuffle, and some tape. Apart from the... [More]

Sure, it runs the not-so-hot Windows Mobile 6.5 OS, but if you're determined to pick up a new Windows Phone, you can't do better than the HTC HD2 ($TBA; Early 2010). As the first Windows phone with HTC's Sense user interface, the HD2 is way more usable than the average... [More]

Who would have thought that the hot new Android device of the month would come from previously dead-in-the-water Motorola? The Motorola Droid ($200; November 6) is Verizon's newest iPhone competitor, and the star (if you can call it that) of its new iDon't advertising campaign. Apart from being the first... [More]

We're not ever going to be proponents of leaving your robot ear Bluetooth headset in at all times, but the Jabra Stone ($130) is the first to even tempt us. Featuring a terrific new shape, the Stone curves around the back of your ear, and fits into the included charger... [More]

Hide your addiction with the InPulse Blackberry Smartwatch ($150). It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth to your Blackberry, letting you discreetly check emails, texts, and Twitter updates without busting out the phone. The InPulse sports a 1.3-inch full color OLED display, a built-in vibrating motor, and a rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery.... [More]