5 of the best budget smartphones

Nokia 500
Impressive specs and affordable pricing rarely go hand-in-hand, but the Symbian Anna powered 500 breaks that tradition. A 1GHz processor ensures everything chugs along smoothly, while a 3.2in 640x360 pixel touchscreen, 5MP camera, 2GB of storage (expandable to up to 32GB via microSD) and 5-7 hours of talk time are on hand to deliver a decent smartphone experience. It's due for arrival in the next few weeks to prove you don't have to sacrifice performance on a budget with its predicted £155 price tag.