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Last updated October 27, 2026
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HTC 7 Pro
7.3
HTC 7 Pro
HTC · Windows Phone 7
T-Mobile myTouch Q
7.3
T-Mobile myTouch Q
LG · Android 2.3 Gingerbread
BlackBerry Z3
7.3
BlackBerry Z3
BlackBerry · BlackBerry 10
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Pros
+ Attractive design and good build quality
+ Good screen sharpness and color quality
+ Good battery life
Cons
− Noticeable lag during normal usage
− Mediocre camera
− Poor bright light legibility
Sony Ericsson Xperia Play
7.3
Sony Ericsson Xperia Play
Sony · Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Nokia Lumia 635
7.3
Nokia Lumia 635
Nokia · Windows Phone 8.1
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Pros
+ Smooth performance during daily tasks
+ Good viewing angles and outdoor legibility
+ Sturdy and durable build quality
Cons
− Low screen resolution
− Significant freeze-ups and stutter for more intensive tasks
− No front camera
BlackBerry DTEK50
7.3
BlackBerry DTEK50
BlackBerry · Android 6.0 Marshmallow
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Pros
+ Bright, crisp display
+ MicroSD support up to 2TB
+ Excellent security additions
+ Front-facing stereo speakers
+ QuickCharge 2.0 support
Cons
− Occasional delays in performance
− Sealed battery
− Tinny speakerphone
Nokia Lumia 822
7.3
Nokia Lumia 822
Nokia · Windows Phone 8 Apollo
Nokia Lumia 830
7.3
Nokia Lumia 830
Nokia · Windows Phone 8.1
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Pros
+ Excellent camera quality
+ Lag free performance during basic tasks
+ Bright display with excellent viewing angles
Cons
− Frame rate issues for more intensive apps
− Not full HD display
− Poor viewing angles in bright light
Micromax Canvas Hue
7.3
Micromax Canvas Hue
Micromax · Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Samsung Captivate Glide
7.3
Samsung Captivate Glide
Samsung · Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Samsung Galaxy Fold
7.3
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Samsung · Android 9.0 Pie
Motorola Moto G53
7.3
Motorola Moto G53
Motorola · Android 13
Samsung Galaxy M30
7.3
Samsung Galaxy M30
Samsung · Android 8.1 Oreo
TCL 40 SE
7.3
TCL 40 SE
TCL · Android 13
Samsung Infuse 4G
7.3
Samsung Infuse 4G
Samsung · Android 2.2 Froyo
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