The UK alone was responsible for 81 million which easily surpassed Canada with 41 million, Germany and France who each downloaded 40 million. Looking forward to 2012, Flurry expects breaking the one billion download barrier per week will become more commonplace. Unsurprisingly, Christmas proved a boom time for device makers. Flurry estimated that nearly seven million Android devices and iPhone were activated on Christmas Day. Apple does not disclose such figures but Google confirmed that more than 3.7 million Android devices were activated over the Christmas weekend.

So not content with selling by the million, Smartphone’s have now also conquered the final frontier. The shuttle Atlantis carried two Samsung Nexus S devices for several experiments. The devices will be plugged in to the Synchronized Position Hold, Engage, Reorient, Experimental Satellites, or “SPHERES.” There they will be able to perform mundane tasks that normally take up the crew’s time, such as stock-taking.

The Samsung devices have more computing power than the onboard computers currently doing the same tasks. Cameras and links to the ground crews who will pilot them will also be new additions.

There is now of course a lot of choice both in network providers as well as the ‘phone that can be bought, either through monthly contract deals or outright purchase. This is good for the consumer as this healthy competition drives down prices and offers great choice for consumers. Although the introduction of the iPhone 5 is due from Apple later this year, the Google Android system is expected to grow significantly in 2011.

This slider phone, released in 2011, is a stylish handset made with aluminium.  It has the stylish look of a miniature MacBook Pro.  Very little is known about the functionality of the N9 at this time; however, it will have a 4.2 inch screen, which will be particularly useful for taking pictures and browsing the internet.  Its 1.2 GH processor should make it fast and good for multi-tasking.  The 12 Megapixel camera is a feature very few smartphones have, so it is worthy of making mobile phone news.

HTC 7 Pro

This model is said to be the Windows 7 mobile phone that everyone will want.  It is a slider phone, but this model only has a 3.6 inch display.  It also has a full-sized QWERTY keyboard, which will make texting and working with documents easy and fast.  Its 1GH Snapdragon processor should make it quick and easy to use for multi-tasking.  The 5 Megapixel camera is impressive, along with its 8 GB storage.

iPhone 5

A rumoured update to the iPhone 4 is making mobile phone news, but it has yet to be confirmed.  Some experts say it will be a quite different from other mobile phones, while others predict that iPhone has pushed the envelope so much that they may take it easy on any updates this year.

With the mention of just a few handsets that are about to make mobile phone news in 2011, it is easy to see why fans of the latest technology are eagerly anticipating developments.

As for latest mobile phones 2011, you can buy various existing and latest gadgets like Nokia N8, Nokia N 900, Apple iPhone 4, Sony Vivaz Pro, LG Optimus One. Some new mobile phones like Apple iPhone 5 and others are expected soon to arrive in the year. The same will be the case with Mobile phone deals of in the year of 2011; you can get range of advantageous offers with these deals from various leading network companies like O2, Orange, 3, Vodafone, Virgin and T-Mobile. A year to look forward to for the mobile user!

Amongst the tops this festive season will probably be: Apple iPad, a knockout to look at, the Samsung Galaxy Tab, giving maximum portability, or the Apple iPod Touch 2010, there’s a lot of fun to be had with the latest generation of the iPod. These are only three of what we expect will be a bumper, hot Christmas for tech gadgets.

Apple has never given a detailed explanation about the reason for the ongoing delay with the white iPhone 4. The company said that the device was “more challenging to manufacture” than it originally expected, but did not elaborate on why. It is thought in some quarters that Apple’s factories are finding it difficult to match the colour of the home button with the back and front plates on the device, while others say the issue is related to the device’s backlight, whatever the reasons, it will not be on sale until 2011.

The main camera is also a big improvement on the 3GS. It’s now a five-megapixel model, which certainly isn’t the largest seen in a Smartphone by a distance. However, it’s super-fast at taking snaps, and now comes paired with an LED flash for night-time shots. For speed and ease of use, it goes toe to toe with its more-mega pixelled rivals. Like most things that come from the Apple stable the iPhone always elicits strong reaction from those who would buy anything from Apple and the detractors on the other. Picking your way through both of these there is no doubt that the iPhone is a hugely impressive Smartphone. It corrects key flaws in the previous model, particularly the battery life and is one of the most user-friendly handsets when it comes to shooting hi-res video. The screen also sets new standards for the Smartphone. For now, it’s “top of the pops” so we all now await the move from HTC.

These deals have heavy discounts on call rates and some of the companies even offer free talk time and free text with these phone deals. Cash back guarantee and free gifts with handsets offers are also there from most. Many household items can often be offered but for most ‘phone users free texting and talk time with the possibility of e mails as well are the  favourite iPhone4 deals to look for.

Decide which is going to be the best mobile phone deal for you and if you want the latest handset, then perhaps the contract ‘phone is the way to go, but remember that you have to agree to a fixed term with the service provider. Perhaps a SIM only contract is for you or maybe a “pat as you go” you will get the latest handset possibly with some free air time and texting options too. Perhaps a SIM only contract is for you or maybe a “pay as you go” there is a mobile deal waiting for you. So, when you log onto a ‘phone comparison site to look for deals, you will be amazed to see so many deals on mobile phones are available for everyone. Just keep your eyes wide open and you will get the best deal.

Below are some of the great mobile phones your can get at competitively low contract prices.