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Age Flagships Top Phablets Cheap Phablets <$250 <$500 Rugged

Mid-range handsets for the cost-conscious.

Some people desire a solid piece of hardware that looks good, performs well, and delivers strong value. This grouping of phones costs less than $250, and some are less than $200. They may be inexpensive, but don't call them cheap. These phones are legit offerings that include better specs than entry-level handsets and better performance to boot.

AT&T
HTC Desire 626

Sprint
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime

T-Mobile
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime

Verizon
HTC Desire 626

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