VERDICT: Has an intuitive and easy to use interface. Integrates well with Google's online features .

PROS: Design, display quality, interface design, decent camera quality, excellent web browser

CONS: Expensive, access to Android Market blocked, no flash for camera, UI is bit sluggish, no Maps software, Bluetooth can be used only for headsets, no FM radio

BOTTOM LINE: The first Android phone in India

BOTTOM LINE: The MyTouch 3G (from T-Mobile U.S.A) is also known worldwide as the HTC Magic. This unit connects to the T-Mobile USA network and I've been using their service with various phones for a while now. MyTouch 3G revolves around a few ideas: "lots of apps, ...

PROS: Design, display quality, interface design, decent camera quality, excellent web browser

CONS: Expensive, access to Android Market blocked, no flash for camera, UI is bit sluggish, no Maps software, Bluetooth can be used only for headsets, no FM radio

BOTTOM LINE: The first Android phone in India

BOTTOM LINE: The HTC Touch2 is small, low cost, and runs the latest 6.5 version of Windows Mobile, but is it any good? Ed finds out.

BOTTOM LINE: Tricks and illusions aren't part of the deal with the new HTC Magic, as we found out when we dabbled with some of the latest features of the Google Android phone. Here are our thoughts on the second Android device from HTC, and the myriad of new ...

BOTTOM LINE: Not only does the T-Mobile G2/HTC Magic/Google Ion phone improve on original T-Mobile G1 in just about every way, it manages to do it while cutting down significantly on the size. The only thing it doesn't have going for it is a hardware keyboard.

BOTTOM LINE: Russell has had his hands on one of HTC's new Magic Android smartphones for Vodafone UK, and he likes it. It's not perfect, though. Learn more in his in-depth review, complete with three HD videos.

PROS: Easy to use ; good battery life ; very responsive ; good screen

CONS: No multitouch support ; plasticky case

BOTTOM LINE: If you have an aversion to Apple's iPhone but hanker after a touchscreen smart phone, the HTC Magic will probably fit the bill. It's a truly impressive device, offering tonnes of advanced but easy-to-use features, an excellent touchscreen and speedy ...

PROS: Touchscreen responsive, small and light, easy to use

CONS: No flash, plastic design unlikely to last your contract, no 3.5mm jack

BOTTOM LINE: Can the Android compete?

BOTTOM LINE: The HTC Magic will launch with both Vodafone and 3 Mobile, though close inspection reveals the handsets available will differ slightly between the carriers.

BOTTOM LINE: HTC in Australia and Vodafone New Zealand today announced the launch of the world's second Android-powered handset, the HTC Magic.

BOTTOM LINE: HTC today launched the hotly anticipated Android-powered HTC Magic, with launch partner 3 Mobile announcing its pricing for the phone.

PROS: A well-packaged phone; Better design; Upgraded interface

CONS: Slight lag at times; No headphone jack; Disappointing camera

BOTTOM LINE: Another incoming Android

PROS: The HTC Magic ; s mapping abilities are top notch, with Street View drawing gasps of amazement

CONS: The lack of flash and zoom add up to a hugely disappointing camera and video camera

BOTTOM LINE: The HTC Magic is the second Google Android phone and is exclusive to Vodafone, but will it prove to be more Paul Daniels than Derren Brown?…

BOTTOM LINE: Latest Android smartphone is a worthy successor to the G1

BOTTOM LINE: Can HTC's second Google Android based handset cast a powerful enough spell over us to forget the iPhone? We check out the HTC Magic.

PROS: Design / Internet browsing / Video recording / Future potential

CONS: Headphones / Current lack of apps / Exclusive to Vodafone

BOTTOM LINE: Can the second Android handset make iPhone sales go up in a poof of smoke?

PROS: HSDPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS, Responsive touch-screen, Downloadable applications from Android Market

CONS: Lacks integrated support for enterprise email servers, Average camera, Mini-USB headset connector

BOTTOM LINE: The Vodafone-exclusive HTC Magic is a well-designed handset that's comfortable to hold, has a responsive touch-screen and should satisfy anyone who is happy to use Google's suite of applications.

BOTTOM LINE: A terrific little smartphone that stands up as the best anti-iPhone currently available.