Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is termed the “fastest and smoothest version of Android yet” and its announcement was followed by a fashionably stretched waiting period. But now that the first Jelly Bean powered smartphones have shipped, users have a wide array of hardware to choose from. These phones come from all leading manufacturers in varying designs, specifications and prices. Here are some of the top Jelly Bean phones that are currently in the market:
LG Nexus 4
Available on T-Mobile, the Nexus 4 offers all the elegance of a premium-priced phone and the attractive looks of a glass design. Supported by a 1.5 GHz quadcore Snapdragon CPU, the Nexus 4 is a powerful device that is meant for users that want to do too many things at once, with tremendous ease. It is also likely to be first in line for any updates from Google.
Samsung Galaxy S3
The phone responsible for dethroning the iPhone now comes equipped with Android 4.1. Of late, analysts were claiming that the Galaxy S3 is approaching maturity, so the new OS hopes to extend its business potential. A phone impregnated with cutting-edge specifications, the GS3 comes with an 8-megapixel camera and is available on almost all U.S. carriers. Learn more about the Samsung Galaxy S III.
HTC Droid DNA
Widely seen as one of the best Droid phones available on Verizon, the Droid DNA impresses with sleek design, peerless speed and a 1.5GHz quadcore Snapdragon S4 Pro processor to enable high quality gaming and efficient multitasking. This popular phablet features a 5-inch super LCD3 with Gorilla Glass 2 and an overall exceptional multimedia experience. Learn more about the HTC Droid DNA here.
HTC One X+
Just as good as the flagship HTC device that preceded it, the HTC One X+ boasts of a robust quad-core Nvidia Tegra 3 processor, which allows it to run relentlessly for all your multiple purposes. It comes with a 4.7 inch LCD screen and a massive 64GB of storage. The AT&T LTE 4G data service and the phone’s great camera together mean that you have a complete package in the One X+. Learn more about the HTC One X+ here.
Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD
This handset has been in the market for a few months now, but the Jelly Bean update just gives it a whole new life. The Razr Maxx HD has surpassed every other phone in terms of battery life with a monster 3,300 mAh battery which can keep it going for two days on moderate to heavy use. Other features include a 4.7-inch AMOLED screen and dual-core processor. Learn more about the Droid Razr Maxx HD here.
Samsung Galaxy Note II
One of the pioneers among the Jelly Bean grenade, this 5.5-inch wide phone runs on the strapping quad-core Exynos processor. It comes with a stylus and is available on all mobile carriers. Also packaged are a set of custom Samsung apps designed to allow you to make full use of the massive display real estate on offer. Get more information about the popular Galaxy Note II here.
