Top 10 Smartphones for Holiday Gifts

Nokia N96(NOK Quote): ($776, unlocked). Another case of a great cell phone and no carrier to handle it here in the U.S. The N96 is a media giant. The stupendous screen slides up to reveal the keypad. It slides down to display the media controls. The built-in video/still camera is 5 MP and sports a Zeiss lens. It also works flawlessly worldwide. This is a terrific smartphone disguised as a cell phone.

LG Incite: ($200 after mail-in rebate, AT&T). You haven't heard much about this phone because it's a brand-spanking-new design. It's also LG's first Windows Mobile smartphone. It's also completely touch-screen controlled. I just started testing it, and I have to tell you that it's a really great phone. The touch screen isn't as advanced as some of the top contenders on this list, but overall this is a slick, fantastic-looking device. Full write-up is coming soon.