Top 5 handhelds for November

This month's list isn't too different from the last. Once again, the HTC TyTN II remains in the top spot after its strong debut last month. We've been expecting the HTC P3600i to displace the Dopod D810, but that doesn't seem to be happening. Looks like the D810 still has quite a bit of appeal.

In the middle of November, HTC updated the HTC Touch with more colors and two times the memory. So, even though you only see the new Touch listed here, sales of the original model at the beginning of the month also contributed to the total, pushing it to the Top 5.

Note: Results are based on readership as well as data collected from retail outlets (Mobile Square and WhyMobile) and the major mobile operators in Singapore including:

MobileOne

SingTel

StarHub

	1.	HTC TyTN II   CNET Asia rating: 7.9 out of 10 The good: A host of data connectivity options including HSDPA; GPS with bundled maps; good battery life; 3-megapixel autofocus camera. The bad: Heavy and bulky; still QVGA display; no camera light; no audio mini-jack. The bottom line: It may not be a quantum leap compared with the 838 Pro, but the TyTN II maintains what power users loved in the previous iteration--with a few extras. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	2.	HTC Touch (2nd generation)   CNET Asia rating: 7 out of 10 The good: Very compact design; Windows Mobile 6 Professional; TouchFLO interface; attractive modified Home screen; 128MB RAM makes interface snappy. The bad: Lacks 3G; poor SIM card and microSD slot design. The bottom line: With more color choices and much better performance due to the increased RAM, the enhanced Touch is what the original should have been to begin with. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	3.	O2 Xda Atom Life   CNET Asia rating: 8 out of 10 The good: Stylish design; 1GB flash memory; faster processor compared with the Atom Exec; plentiful connectivity features including 3G and HSDPA; proprietary software that enhances user experience. The bad: Fingerprint magnet; sub-par audio quality; difficult to feel buttons on the sides; narrow viewing angle on LCD. The bottom line: The Xda Atom Life is one of the most full-featured handhelds we've come across, but it does come with a premium price tag. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	4.	BlackBerry 8707g / 8707v   Form factor Pad Connectivity options 3G, Bluetooth, GPRS/GSM, USB Operating system Others Monochrome or color Color RAM 64 MB Rated battery life 5 hours See full specs | Rate this
	5.	Dopod D810       CNET Asia rating: 8.4 out of 10 The good: Many wireless options including HSDPA; GPS for navigation; good battery life; stylish design; compact and lightweight. The bad: Lacks FM radio; fingerprint magnet; no software or maps included; speakers face backwards; lacks audio jack. The bottom line: The D810 impresses with its host of wireless connectivity options. The presence of a GPS chip that works well sets it apart from the competition in this weight class. Review | See full specs | Rate this