Thinking of what to buy for a Christmas present? The mobile phone companies have made it easy for you by launching new smartphones for the Christmas season. Here is a list of the top 5 mobile phones that can make a great present.

iPhone 3GS

No matter how many smartphones enter the market, the iPhone still remains the king of the market at present.

The iPhone 3GS is a perfect gift for multimedia lovers, looking for a phone that offers both a stylish design, together with all the integrated features that come with a smartphone.

Palm Pre

The next contender to the iPhone 3GS throne is the Palm Pre, which is a multitalented, multimedia smartphone. Boasting its 3.1″ touch screen, it comes with a QWERTY keyboard and the new Linux-based OS. It also enjoys great reputation for its internet connectivity.

Nokia N97 Mini

The latest addition to the N-series, the Nokia N97 mini is the revised version of the Nokia N97, also making it Nokia’s second touch screen handset available in the market. Although the smaller size offers reduced storage capacity, the 3.2 inch touch screen gives it a smooth look.

BlackBerry 9700 Bold 2

The latest BlackBerry 9700 Bold 2 smartphone is equipped with the recently launched BlackBerry 5.0 operating system, offering a longer battery life. It has strong capabilities, including optimised web browsing, supporting a wide variety of applications and heightened Wi-Fi and network support for users on the move.

HTC Touch HD 2

If you are looking for looks, together with the software, the HTC Touch HD 2 is one of the best looking phones available. Equipped with the Windows Mobile operating system, the phone has a sleek, ergonomic design, together with a wide, 4.3″ touch screen. Moreover, it is much thinner than the iPhone 3GS. The 5.0 megapixel digital camera also gives great results.