Wondering which of the hot new smartphones is the fastest? PC World's Ginny Mies puts the iPhone 3G S, Nokia's N97, and the Palm Pre through some straightforward speed tests. See how each did in comparative tests of how long it takes to power up, add a contact, or open your e-mail inbox.
Smartphone Speed Tests: Which New Phone is Best for Type A Users?
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