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Bogdan Yakimov plays less than 10 minutes a night, has been moved to the wing and has 10 points in 27 KHL games—these are good signs. It's early, but Yakimov might be the first Russian trained Oiler NHLer since Anatoli Semenov.
- December 2004: R Colin McDonald
- December 2005: D Matt Greene
- December 2006: D Tom Gilbert
- December 2007: C Kyle Brodziak
- December 2008: L Liam Reddox
- December 2009: L Linus Omark
- December 2010: L Curtis Hamilton
- December 2011: G Tyler Bunz
- December 2012: D Martin Gernat
This has been very productive spot over the decade, with Gilbert, Brodziak and Greene established NHLers and Colin McDonald on his way to being one (a decade after he was drafted in 2003). Later years have been mostly miss, but there story has yet to be written on some of these players and as McDonald shows it can take time. It's interesting to note that the players who succeed from here are not the first round selections, but rather college men and slow developing juniors.
- Pronman: Yakimov had a decent season playing in the second-tier Russian pro league, and he was a final cut from the Russian World Junior squad. He is a big center, measuring in at about 6'5″. He may not have the top-end tools of a typical top Russian prospect, but he is talented and he plays a good power game. His hands are above average, and while he can certainly make some moves and carry the puck into the opposing zone, he is not an overly creative forward. He also has pretty good hockey sense, as he makes quick decisions, sees the ice well, and positions himself effectively. As mentioned, he is a big body player, but he could use some more muscle to fill out and make the most of his frame. Still, he is effective when protecting the puck on the boards, and he will drive the net, making use of his physical assets. His main issue is his skating, as it is below average. His top speed and his first few steps are subpar, and while has shown some improvement, he must continue to progress in that area.
- Bogdan Yakimov: "I'm extremely happy, because I've been waiting to be selected. I was already at the edge of my nerves, so this was a huge relief to be selected by anybody, particularly by the Edmonton Oilers."
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Yakimov's KHL numbers come via 9:32 TOI and from the looks of things there's no powerplay time involved (we could probably gather that from the description above). A year ago, Nail Yakupov went 22, 9-9-18 in the same league with 6 goals at evens and 3 on the power play (can't find assists by discipline) and 14:24 TOI. We know Yakimov isn't close to Yakupov as an offensive player, but 10 points in 27 games with 9:32 TOI looks good—especially considering he's 6.05 and over 200 pounds at 19 years old.
- Summer 2013: 8
- Winter 2013: 6
- Bruce McCurdy at prospects camp: Huge centre from Yakupov's home territory of Nizhnekamsk. He was often seen in close proximity to Daniil Zharkov, the other Russian speaker at camp (Sergei Slepyshev was unable to attend due to work visa issues). Yakimov has plenty of work to do on skating and related mobility issues, but was at his most impressive any time he had a puck on his stick. Unfortunately he and Zharkov both missed the final day so we got little chance to see them in a scrimmage situation
- Corey Pronman: Edmonton's Bogdan Yakimov and Anton Slepyshev will not make the trip (for the Subway Series), but very likely will be at the WJC.
When discussing the possible arrival of a Russian player, there are more than the usual number of factors. The KHL is likely to be more attractive financially for Yakimov, as he's unlikely to emerge as an impact player. His chances of being a top 6F for the Oilers in the next three seasons (through 2017 summer) are not high, and that may impact his arrival in North America (likely to play in Oklahoma City). There are two things in his favor. Yakimov's size is a strong area of need throughout the organization, and the fact that he plays center (at least some of the time) also makes him a player of interest.
In ranking Yakimov #6 overall, I'm putting a player with less range (he's not a creative forward with high skills) ahead of a number of prospects who have more to offer. Yakimov's position, size and early returns from the KHL (he's posting offense, suggesting he can handle a top 9 role) put him ahead of an impressive group of amateur forwards.
He'll need to continue posting offensive numbers consistently, but this appears to be a quality NHL prospect.


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VILLA RICA DE LA VERACRUZ was the first town founded by the Spanish in Mexico, a few days after Cortés' arrival on Good Friday, 1519. Though today's city occupies the area of coast where he first came ashore, made camp and encountered Aztec emissaries, the earliest development – little more than a wooden stockade – was in fact established some way to the north (see Villa Rica) before being moved to La Antigua and finally arriving at its present site in 1589. The modern city is very much the heir of the original; still the largest port on the Gulf coast, its history reflects every major event from the Conquest onwards. "Veracruz," states author Paul Theroux, "is known as the 'heroic city'. It is a poignant description: in Mexico a hero is nearly always a corpse."
Your first, and lasting, impression of Veracruz, however, will not be of its historical significance but of its present-day vitality. Its dynamic zócalo, pleasant waterfront location and relative absence of tourists make the city one of the most enjoyable places in the Republic in which simply to sit back and observe – or join – the daily round. This is especially true in the evenings, when the tables under the portales of the plaza fill up and the drinking and the marimba music begin, to go on late into the evening. Marimba – a distinctively Latin-Caribbean sound based around a giant wooden xylophone – is the local sound, but at peak times there are also mariachi and norteño bands and individual crooners all striving to be heard over each other. When the municipal band strikes up from the middle of the square, confusion is total. Veracruz's riotous nine-day Carnaval celebrations rival the best in the hemisphere, while the Festival Internacional Afrocaribeño, usually held in July or August, showcases dance, film, music and art from all over the Caribbean and Africa.
Brief history
Though tranquil enough today, the port's past has been, as Paul Theroux wrote, a series of "invasions, punitive missions and local military defeats… humiliation as history". Throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, Veracruz and the Spanish galleons that used the port were preyed on constantly by the English, Dutch and French. In the War of Independence the Spanish made their final stand here, holding the fortress of San Juan Ulúa for four years after the country had been lost. In 1838 the French occupied the city, in what was later dubbed "The Pastry War", demanding compensation for French property and citizens who had suffered in the years following Independence; in 1847 US troops took Veracruz, and from here marched on to capture the capital. In January 1862 the French, supported by Spanish and English forces that soon withdrew, invaded on the pretext of forcing Mexico to pay her foreign debt, but ended up staying five years and setting up the unfortunate Maximilian as emperor. Finally, in 1914, US marines were back, occupying the city to protect American interests during the Revolution. These are the "Cuatro Veces Heroica" of the city's official title, and form the bulk of the history displayed in the museums here.Read More
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The zócaloThe attractive zócalo is the heart of life in Veracruz in every sense – the place where everyone gathers, for morning coffee, lunch, afternoon strolls and at night. After dark, especially, it has an extraordinary energy, with tables set out under the portales, non-stop music and strolling crowds. The imposing Catedral de Nuestra Señora de Asunción, consecrated in 1721, dominates the square. Its most striking features are its solid, whitewashed exterior and tiled dome; inside, there's little to see other than endless restoration works. On the plaza too is the elegant Palacio Municipal, one of the oldest in Mexico, originally built between 1609 and 1627, though it assumed its current form in the eighteenth century. The Fototeca de Veracruz, alongside, hosts beautifully presented photography exhibitions.
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Veracruz offers up some fabulous food – the state's coffee, fruit and vanilla are renowned, and the seafood is also superb. Huachinango a la Veracruzana (red snapper Veracruz-style) is served across the country, and is of course on every menu here; the Veracruzana sauce of tomato, chile, onions and olives can also spice up anything from steak to squid. Other local specialities include pulpos a la marinera (baby octopus), arroz a la tumbada (Veracruz-style rice, packed with seafood), empanadas de camaron (shrimp turnovers) and jaiba, a large local crab; look out too for anything made with chile chipotle, a hot, dark-brown chile with a very distinctive (and delicious) flavour – chilpachole de jaiba is a sort of crab chowder that combines the two. Sweet tamales, too, are a speciality, and to wash it all down, the brewery at Orizaba produces some of the best beers in the country. Stronger liquors include the mind-wiping toritos, made with fruits and blended with condensed milk and a tot of brandy.


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The Manehatten Virus Chapter TenThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Ten: Any Day NowSixty One Days After the Outbreak Spike was lying under the sheets of Twilight's bed, just staring into the lavender mare's eyes. Neither could help but smile as Spike ran his fingers through her mane. And neither wanted this moment to end, because it was truly perfect."Hey Spike?" asked Twilight."Yeah?" replied the little dragon."I want you to know something." Before Spike could Speak, Twilight leaned forward and pressed her lips to his. "I love you."Spike blushed a little. "I love you too."For no apparent reason, Twilight's face lost its happy expression. "And Spike, there's something else."The small dragon looked all little confused. "What is it Twilight?""I'm sorry.""Sorry for what?" Suddenly the little dragon's eyes flew open. To his disappointment, the mare in which he cared so much for was nowhere to be seen. All that greeted him was the darkness of Twilight's bedroo
The Manehatten Virus Chapter NineThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Nine: The SacrificeFifty Days After the Outbreak Spike was standing in the kitchen of Applejack's home, preparing Applebloom something for lunch. She had asked for a daisy sandwich, which was actually turning into a slight problem. There were always daisies outside so that was simple enough, but bread; bread was a problem. After a few days the grocery stores were emptied, bread was one of the first things to go. The little dragon placed a few flowers onto a plate and then he made his way over to the sink. He knew he didn't have to, but washing his hands had become a bit of a habit. Nowadays it was a rather good habit.As he scrubbed his scales, Spike glanced up at the window and gazed upon two small crosses. The memory of digging those graves would be burned into his mind forever. But what he'd probably remember the most was the smell; that awful smell."Spike?" called Applebloom.The young dragon
The Manehatten Virus Chapter SixThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Six: The Common Angel of DeathThirty Two Days After the Outbreak "As of today the H5N1 virus has claimed one point five million lives and has infected over two million ponies. In other news the EDC has just announced that their initial assumptions on how long the pandemic would last were wrong. They thought that like all pandemics this one would run its course in ninety days. Now here to explain this is Dr. David Maneston." The camera panned over to show a dark furred pony wearing a face mask. "Now doctor why has the EDC changed their mind?" asked the reporter. "Well," began the doctor, "previously all pandemics have only ninety days before they began to plateau, but with avian flu this is completely different." "Why is that?" "Well the reason all pandemics burn out in ninety days is because it's infected so many ponies that the more ponies have immunity than those that don't. Well this is a problem with avian flu, because of
The Manehatten Virus Chapter SevenThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Seven: Death of InnocenceForty Two Days After the Outbreak Twilight's eyes slowly opened, to reveal a bright operating light above her. The room she lay in was completely white, with a few exceptions here and there. The exhausted pony slowly lifted her head up a little to see a large glass window covering one wall. She couldn't see much through it, but she could see the outline of a familiar friend; Spike. Twilight moved her hooves to stand up, but she felt something holding them down. She instantly looked to them and saw a white strap tightly fastened on each of them. "S-Spike," she called in a barely audible voice. The purple dragon didn't move a muscle; he just continued to stare at her, with his arms crossed. Twilight was beginning to gather her bearings and examined the room once more. The first thing she noticed was that she was strapped to a large metal table.
The Manehattan Virus Chapter Four: First to FallThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Four: First to FallTwelve Days After the Outbreak "This brings the official estimate to forty thousand infected ponies, with twenty three thousand dead. Also there are now confirmed cases of H5N1 in three countries other than Equestria. This means we have now entered pandemic alert phase six; meaning a global pandemic is imminent. All ponies across Equestria are being urged to was their hooves regularly, cover their snouts when they cough or sneeze, wear N95 face masks, and to take other precautionary measures." Twilight couldn't take it anymore; every day the news just got worse and worse. So she picked up the remote and turned off the television. "Are you ok?" asked Spike, who had just entered the room. Twilight was a little startled, but turned around and replied "Yeah, I'm fine." Of course she was lying. In all honesty she was terrified of what was to come. Spike could tell when she was lying.
The Manehatten Virus Chapter Five: The First WaveThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Five: The First WaveTwenty Days After the Outbreak "Over three hundred thousand ponies have been infected with the H5N1 bird flu, and over one hundred eighty thousand have died. After the death toll reached one hundred fifty thousand, princes Celestia has requested routine house to house body pickups and is asking that if somepony dies in your home, you wrap them in plastic and lay the body in front of your house. In other news there have been several riots at hospitals in Canterlot and Manehatten, demanding that the stockpiles of Tamiflu be released to the general public. A dozen arrests were made in Canterlot with twenty three in Manehatten." Twilight and Spike sat on opposite ends of the room watching the reporter speak. Though they were afraid of what lies ahead, the most pressing thought on their minds was what had happened last week. Spike still found it very hard to believe that Twilight ca
The Manehattan Virus Chapter Three: PonyvilleThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Three: PonyvilleSix Days After the Outbreak Rarity, Twilight, Applejack, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash were all standing around a table in Twilight's kitchen. They were all wearing white face masks; as they discussed how to protect themselves from the virus. "If we quarantine Ponyville we'll cut off all shipments to our stores. The businesses would go bankrupt," said Rarity. "If we don't everyone will die and then surly your businesses will close down!" instantly remarked Rainbow Dash. "I say don't quarantine the town," began Twilight, "Listen if we seal ourselves off it would only buy us a few weeks. One way or another it's coming." "If it's not already here," Fluttershy quietly added. "But we need those few weeks!" snapped Rainbow Dash. "We also need the shipments to prepare for what lies ahead of them," replied Twilight. Rainbow Dash slouched down, with a sigh of defeat. "The borders
The Manehattan Virus Chapter Two Containment FailsThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Two: Containment FailsThree Days After the Outbreak Twilight rushed through the aisles of the small store, while dodging and weaving past several ponies. She was trying to stock up on everything she could; as it turned out everypony else had the same idea. There were at least a hundred ponies crowded around each other. It was a mad house. "It's mine!" shouted a blue unicorn, who was yanking a jug of water from a brown pony. Twilight didn't want any part in this. As she approached the hardware section, a pony took ten masks off of the shelf. Then another took five. Twilight ran forward as she saw another pony approaching the shelf. Quickly, she snatched up the last two masks. "No!" yelled the tan furred pony, "I need those!" She was clearly infuriated by Twilight's actions, but Twilight didn't care; she needed them for her and Spike. If either of them got sick, not only would they likely die, but t
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Ch9 The Bolt That Cleared The MistChapter 9The Bolt That Cleared The Mist "Are you ready for this Bolt?"Commander Bolt tried to keep his focus on Commander Orem but his head still felt a little dizzy, "Cut the chatter and just begin already, I've got better things to do than deal with a griffon who has an attitude problem."Commander Orem laughed, "Well if you want to face me you might need a weapon first."Commander Bolt replied, "I don't need one to take you on, besides, it's being repaired right now, but just to be ready…" Commander Bolt looked off to the side where Captain Drib was standing. "Captain Drib! There is a spear in the corner of my quarters, please go get it, but don't give it to me until I ask for i
Ch8 Confrontations Between NationsChapter 8Confrontations Between Nations The rain continued to fall, however Commander Bolt kept his focus on the Griffon Berserkers who were setting up a camp on the horizon. Captain Stone approached, "Commander. I have news from the Eastern Front."Commander Bolt turned to Captain Stone, "What's the situation?"Captain Stone replied, "They're Zebra."Commander Bolt was confused, "Zebra? But what would an army of zebra be doing in Equestria? Do you have a count?"Captain Stone nodded her head, "Approximately seven hundred sir, they're setting up camp as we speak." Commander Bolt felt annoyed with the situation, "They match us in numbers and they plan to stay a while, this isn't g
The Never Ending Twilight - Chapter 1Chapter One - Sleepless Nights and Shining StarsIt was once again cider season for Ponyville. There was a lot of excitement for the first day of cider the next day. Applejack headed into the library to see how her friend Twilight was doing. "Howdy Twilight!"Twilight looked over with a causal smile looking up from a book that she was reading. "Hey Applejack, looking forward to cider season starting tomorrow?" She knew it was a huge thing that gave the Apples their income as well as the Zap Apple Jam."Of course, but we're puttin' a stop to Pinkie's hoggin', there's a five glasses per day per costumer limit now.""That is good I am sure Rainbow Dash will be very happy about that."Applejack nodded. "Darn tootin' she will."Twilight chuckled and smiled at her friend. "Well I hope that it goes well all the same AJ.""Thank ya sugarcube." Applejack after that headed out."Now, to finish the new Daring
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Life With Twilight Ch 8Well, I've done it - I've officially graduated college. I've completed one chapter of my life, and I'm ready to start another… with the girl that I love. That's right, I'm going to ask Twilight to marry me. I mean she was pretty much the main reason I was able to pass Calculus and has always been there to provide moral support whenever I needed it. Plus, without her, I never would've been able to go to that dance… and wind up finding myself a whole group of friends. So I don't think I even need to further explain it. I want to spend the rest of my life with her.I've spent the last three months saving for a nice wedding ring. It may have required a bit of over time and few late nights, but it was worth it. Scott's been helping me with rehearsal, and I've already made a reservation at her favorite restaurant. Everything is set to go.Twilight said she'd be getting home early today, so there's no
A Princess's Mission Chapter 3.5Spike's Day OffSpike brushed his teeth, getting his breakfast off his breath, and replacing it with the minty coolness of toothpaste. He could simply breathe fire to get rid of it, but he decided this was better than the smell of incinerated bacon and eggs. He rinsed his mouth, and walked back to his bedroom. There was one more thing he needed to retrieve before leaving. He walked to his bedside table, opened the drawer, and delicately picked up the shiny silver object. Just then, the doorbell rang.He quickly pocketed it and glanced out his door. Luna was standing there, talking to Applebloom. He marveled for a moment how pretty she was in that yellow sundress and bow, which matched her dazzling orange eyes perfectly. He was glad he took extra care into making his usually crazed pillow head of green hair presentable. Though, her quickly surprised face snapped him out of it."Um
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Broken Spirit - 15The rocks continued to fall and Discord desperately ignited his talon in a vibrant, golden glow, the magic illuminating the outlines of the falling rocks as he tried to dodge the deadly projectiles and scream for his sister at the same time. After what seemed like forever, the rocks ceased their rolling and all fell silent. There was nothing but two walls of fallen boulders on either side of Discord. The spirit desperately rammed himself against them. "LUNA! LUNA! LUNA! LUNA, CAN YOU HEAR ME?!" Other than the sound of dripping stalactites, silence was all that greeted the spirit in return. With a distressed whine, Discord rammed himself up against the walls, finding the rocks to be just about glued together. Discord gazed down at his talon, fully aware that teleporting to the other side of the rock pile would sap a large amount of power he couldn't afford to spare. Disregarding that thought, he disappeared in a flash of light, and reappeared on the other sid
A Princess's Mission Chapter 1IntroductionLuna looked out at the dark lands of Equestria. She leaned against the stone railing that surrounded the balcony of her room, in the second highest tower of Canterlot Castle, the first belonging to her sister. She soon found her eyes landing on the small town of Ponyville, watching as lights went out, one after another, as the inhabitants retired to bed. She let out a long sigh, her eyes dropping to stare at her hands, which were folded and resting on the carefully carved balcony border. Yes, she knew not many people stayed up to enjoy her beautiful nights, but it pained her to see the loneliness that turned her into the dreaded Nightmare Moon, stare at her in the face again."Problem, sister?" Luna nearly jumped out of her skin as she felt a hand suddenly land on her shoulder, though she turned her head to find Celestia's smiling face beside her. "You looked like something was troubling you
is something wrong?"Luna shook her head. "Oh, no, of course not. Everything
The Manehatten Virus Chapter EightThe Manehatten Virus Chapter Eight: The Savior Spike couldn't believe what he was hearing; Applebloom was sick. The little filly whimpered slightly and coughed some more. It sounded so violent. "S-Spike," stuttered Applebloom, "Granny Smith and Big Macintosh are dead." The little filly started to cry again, but was cut off by another cough. "Please Spike, help me." "Spike?" asked Rainbow Dash, who had a hoof around Twilight, "Are you ok?" The little dragon didn't respond, he just continued to stare in shock. "Spike, what's wrong?" asked Rainbow Dash, with concern growing in her voice. For whatever reason, Spike snapped out of his daze and answered, with his back still turned to her, "Granny Smith and Big Macintosh are dead. Applebloom is sick." Rainbow Dash's eyes widened and her mouth dropped. Twilight, on the other hand, didn't even flinch. It was as if she didn't hear him, or her brain wouldn't proses his words.
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According to police department spokeswoman Aisha Johnson, a State Police trooper arrested the 17-year-old later that same day in Fairfax County, for driving a Chrysler Cirrus reported stolen from Roanoke.
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Number 10: Motorola Moto G
You want the best smartphone, right? We've whittled our constantly updated selection down to the 10 best handsets you can get your hands on right now - but after you've checked out number one, we've still got plenty of other options to feast your eyes on.
We've all got at least one mobile phone each, right? We've probably got about three or four nowadays, and that counts giving your old Nokia 3310 to your Mum a few years ago.
But while you used to be able to just bank on the new Nokia or always get the next Sony Ericsson because it had a half-decent camera, there are now so many great options out there from loads of manufacturers.
The trouble is, how do you decide which is the best one for you?
Well, this is where we make it easy: we've played with nearly every device on the market and have found the ten best you can spend your money on. It needs to be good, after all, given it will reside in your pocket for the next two years.
Our ranking of the best mobile phones available in the UK today celebrates the brilliance of the smartphone: we love handsets that add in functionality to enrich our lives in so many different ways.
We also partially take into account the price of the phone too - meaning a low-price handset doesn't always need to have high-spec functions to be in our top 10.
The HTC One was the star of last year, staying at the top of the charts for nearly 10 months, seeing off the challenge from the likes of Nokia, Sony, LG and Samsung (namely the Galaxy S4) - showing the smartphone market still has a fair few players.
The iPhone 5S proved to still be a little too pricey with a smaller screen, and the iPhone 5C was cheaper but with some ageing hardware. And now Google is playing fast and loose with consumers' wallets, thanks to offering the ultra-cheap Nexus 5 and the even ultra-cheaper Moto G - could those be the phones for you?
But now we're in 2014, and the game has changed. Relentless design reimagination from HTC has led to the excellent HTC One M8 landing right at the top of the tree, but now the Samsung Galaxy S5 and Sony Xperia Z2 are here - can either take the crown?
Not so good news if you can't wait for the iPhone 6: that's not coming for a few months, so if you want something shiny and new from Apple now, you'll either need to go for the iPhone 5S (which is still a decent phone) or one of the plethora of high end Android handsets.
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10. Motorola Moto G
Motorola's back, and it's kicking off its global smartphone revival with the keenly priced Moto G handset. A mid-range handset with a low-end price tag - we're talking around £100 in some stores.
On paper the Moto G looks like an excellent handset for the price, and in practice it lives up to the billing.
As the Nexus 4 did with the mid-range market, the Moto G has turned the budget end on its head with features found on handsets double its cost.
It exceeds its rivals in several key areas, from the well defined 4.5-inch display to its 1.2GHz quad-core processor and the early Android 4.4 KitKat update. There's a lot to love about the Moto G for its price.
And now the Moto G has been given a 4G variant, and it comes with a microSD slot now - all for the price of just £149. It might not have the power or precision of its smartphone compatriots, but it's still a good phone indeed.
Quick verdict
Motorola must have cut some corners to get the price of the Moto G so low, and the camera is one area which has seen the compromise, but that's one of the only gripes.
So here's the upshot: Motorola is back folks, it's official. It may not be the return we would have predicted - there's no flagship phone stuffed full of the latest tech - but arguably what the now Google-owned firm has done is even better.
The Moto G is a top notch, low cost smartphone and we wholeheartedly recommend this as the best budget mobile currently on the market.
Number 9: HTC One
9. HTC One
It's quite a tumble from the top spot for the HTC One, especially given it was our top smartphone for so long. However unless you're desperate to pay a little less per month, the newer One M8 does everything the original did, but so much better.
It's nothing to do with the quality of the One – which is still one of the outstanding phones on the market – but more the fact that if you like Boomsound, and Ultrapixel camera, a sharp and bright screen or a powerful processor, the M8 has improved in every way there.
But let's not forget what made this phone so great: the supreme aluminium chassis, the Full HD screen and the simplified version of Sense 5.0 sitting now on top of Android KitKat means it's still a pleasure to use and recommend this handset - but again, only if price is your main driver and you simply must have a One.
The innovations are also more than just marketing gimmicks; Zoe functionality allows the creation of delightful video highlight reels, and the Ultrapixel camera means you've got a much wider range of shots available thanks to being stunning in low light - and none of that is diminished with time.
Quick Verdict
With power, poise and beauty all combined in this innovative phone, HTC has proved it can more than still cut it with the big boys when it comes to bringing out a lust-worthy flagship smartphone - and the One deserves to stay in the top ten.
However, remember that this has one year fewer in terms of HTC promising to keep it upgraded, so if you pick it up now you might not get the newer versions of the software in 12 months time. The battery is also not as strong as on the One M8 - but it's still got a lot to offer.
Number 8: iPhone 5S
8. iPhone 5S
Did you see this one coming? The iPhone 5S behind lots of other Android phones in our rankings? Some think it should be higher, some think lower - it depends on your level of Apple love.
Never has a company polarised opinion in the smartphone world like Apple - and with the iPhone 5S, so many are quick to decry it while others know it to be the smartphone they've been waiting for.
And let's make no bones about it: this is a stunning phone, with a gorgeous two-tone finish, a high-res screen with good colour reproduction, a 64-bit chip and that all-powerful TouchID sensor that lets you unlock your phone with a simple fingerprint.
The iOS 7 update is one that we sorely, sorely needed and does bring a lot more power and control - as shown by the impressive and pervasive Control Center.
We really like TouchID, the 64-bit processor might be a little useless now but definitely brings a touch more zip to things, and the M7 chip gives developers something to play with in terms of fitness, with the likes of FitBit taking advantage already.
The issue of price is starting to diminish somewhat - but many vendors are still charging the same for this older phone as the likes of the HTC One M8 despite being a few months older.
Quick verdict
Let's not beat around the bush here: the iPhone 5S is still one of the great smartphones in the world thanks to a great package of technology, design and UI intuition.
iOS 7 is the update we've needed for a while, and does a lot to help keep Apple current at the sharp end of the market - but we still can't wait to see what the iPhone 6 will bring, as essentially this is still the same phone as the iPhone 5 but with a better engine under the hood.
Number 7: Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
7. Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
Hey Sony...what's this? A phone without a 1080p screen? A smaller battery? Are you MAD?
Wait, we get it. This is the mildly-nonplussing Xperia Z1 shoved into a smaller frame, with almost nothing compromised (the above two points aside).
With a 4.3-inch screen it's one of the most easy to use devices in the hand, coming in next to the iPhone 5S, but it does it with a much lower cost and a great battery life to boot.
On top of that it's waterproof and has expandable memory, plus a superb screen. It's been usurped in some ways by the Xperia Z2 insofar that if you want that Bravia-powered IPS screen, the G Lens camera or just general access to Sony's tight band of media apps, this is no longer the best Sony phone on the market and has dropped a few places as a result.
However, if you're more about size then this is still the best of the mid-range players... check it out if you want to save a bit of cash over the bigger brother flagship too.
Quick verdict
Want a great phone that's just a little bit smaller without losing all the power? If so, then we've found your ideal device. Strong CPU, great battery and expandable memory are traits we love to see.
It's not got the same screen sharpness as some of the others on show here, and the camera can oddly throw in a little noise here and there, but these are minor gripes indeed.
It's been launched with a palatable price tag as well - so head on down to your local emporium and throw it in some water. Because it's waterproof too, not because you're a vandal.
Number 6: Google Nexus 5
6. Google Nexus 5
So we've updated our review with the new phone software, and thankfully things are a lot better now. The battery is improved, the camera a little more stable, and the low cost is still in place.
You already know we like Android 4.4, the clever implementation and the £299 price tag. We love the high power CPU, the quality screen; even the rubberised outer shell.
You can get the LG G2 for around the same price now though, and that offers a far superior camera, better battery life and a huge slew of extra features - it really depends if you're a fan of the stripped-down experience.
Quick verdict
We're glad to put this smartphone higher up in the rankings, as it's one of the cheapest out there in terms of bang for buck.
It's a great phone that hits the marks well - it lacks something in terms of innovation, but that's not a problem for those that want to be able to run all manner of apps and games at a decent price. It doesn't come in at the same price point as previous Nexii, but it's still jolly cheap.
Number 5: LG G2
Wait, an LG phone in the top rankings? Believe it people; LG has made a phone that not only impressed us but ran the HTC One very, very close for the top spot in 2013 - and holds a strong place into 2014 too.
We don't know where to start in terms of extolling the virtues of this new handset from the South Korean firm: it's got an insanely good screen, quality camera, the best audio pumping out from its speakers and headphone jack... the list goes on.
We even came to tolerate, then love, the power and volume buttons being placed on the rear. These aren't ideal, but the ability to knock on the screen makes it really easy to interact with this impressive device.
The LG G3 is here now, and is going to blow this out of the water in terms of price and power (it's even got a next-gen QHD screen) but given the lower cost the G2 is still an excellent choice.
There's so much on offer here that we can't help but recommend it to anyone looking for a cheaper smartphone powerhouse.
The only things that we dislike are the cluttered UI (pull down the notifications bar and you'll see why) and the plastic casing, which drops the premium feel of the phone a lot, especially compared to the handset that sits one place above.
But launching at £400 on PAYG (and even cheaper with a few third party retailers), along with comparable contracts older phones, is a really nice touch from LG, and we reckon it's going to pay dividends.
Number 4: Samsung Galaxy S5
4. Samsung Galaxy S5
2014 is turning out to be a stellar year for the prospective smartphone user, as the HTC One (M8) was joined by the Samsung Galaxy S5 in our 'best smartphone' list, and now the Xperia Z2 enters the fray too.
There was a lot of hype around the new Galaxy, and rightly so: it's by far the best phone Samsung has ever produced, with a blazing fast core, a strong result in the benchmarks and a larger 5.1-inch screen.
Then there's the fact that with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 CPU the Galaxy S5 is one of the best phones on the market when it comes to battery life, besting the already impressive One M8 in the power stakes.
Samsung has also dropped the 'innovation' of the air gestures from last year (well, they are in there but not the main focus) and improved the hardware with a better camera, fingerprint scanner and heart rate monitor too.
The last addition is pretty pointless... but hey, it's fun for down the pub.
Quick verdict
The Samsung Galaxy S5 is a good phone, apart from the design. It's something that needs to be updated sorely, and while it doesn't have to be an all-metal shell, it needs to evolve.
The next generation of smartphones is a cut above last year's models - that said, the LG G2 still impresses even with a few miles on the clock - and if you're looking for a new phone, you should check out one of the top four first.
The S5 has a clear UI, powerful innards and is also waterproof... the rivals might edge it slightly overall, but it's very, very tight at the top and whichever handset you end up with won't disappoint.
Number 3: OnePlus One
3. OnePlus One
You've probably never heard of OnePlus... but if you have, you'll know why this unknown brand is suddenly sitting at number three of our list of best smartphones in the world.
The reason is simple: it's a phone that has all the power, specs and functionality of the top dogs, adds in super-customisable software and does it at nearly half the price. We're talking big savings on cost (£229 for the 16GB version and £269 for the 64GB variant) without much in the way of compromise.
In fact, the only things it's really missing are a microSD slot and removable battery, and those are elements more for the purists that absolutely necessary.
If we're being super picky, it's not got the greatest camera set up and the design is a bit... efficient, but at this price point it really doesn't matter. And given the target audience is those that care about raw power over style, it makes sense that this is where the costs could be saved.
Quick verdict
We love the fact that a new contender can come in at number three in the ranking of the best phones in the world - it means that it's not just a case of 'big budget means best phone'.
We were debating whether the OnePlus could even have gone higher, but there's one big problem that you'll have if you want to get your hands on one: they're pretty scarce. Numbers won't ramp up for a while, and probably never to the level of availability of the better-known names.
But if you want a phone that offers supreme power at a really low cost: the OnePlus One is it. It's what the Nexus range used to be, and if Google ditches that program, then thankfully the likes of OnePlus have shown there will be brands to pick up the slack.
Number 2: Sony Xperia Z2
2. Sony Xperia Z2
Sony has something of a slump last year, following up the impressive Xperia Z with the lacklustre Xperia Z1 just a few months later.
The camera, which was supposed to be the headline feature, didn't impress as much as we'd hoped, and the screen was still lacking the IPS clout that the Xperia Z Ultra managed - meaning muted colours and poor viewing angles.
Anyway, enough about last year - Sony's back in 2014 and comes with an excellent phone in the shape of the Xperia Z2. Tipped to be the third of the stellar smartphone triumverate, alongside the Samsung Galaxy S5 and HTC One (M8) we were intrigued to see how it shaped up.
And the good news is it's impressive. Really impressive. The industrial design is a little chunky but oozes premium quality in a way that Samsung's plastic shell doesn't, and it's a little more robust than its Galactical and Primary rivals thanks to being IP58 rated.
Great battery life, strong power and a good camera all are present and correct with our new top three phones, but Sony steals second simply by being a great all-rounder.
It doesn't have the polish of the HTC One M8, nor the more functional UI, but it does what's asked with top-end specs. That's what we like.
Quick verdict
What did Sony need to do to impress? Not a lot, but that screen and camera needed a fix as well as adding in some other features.
Front facing speakers, a new screen with better colour reproduction, 4K video recording and inbuilt noise cancellation all make a great device that should be right on your possible upgrade list.
Make sure you check it out in-store before purchase, as some won't like the larger build, but for a good all-round experience the Xperia Z2 excels.
Number 1: HTC One M8
1. HTC One M8
What to say about the HTC One M8? They often say the second album is the hardest, but the follow up to the all-conquering HTC One takes the best of that phone and yet still re-invents things enough to make it a massive recommendation over the old model.
We love the speed of the camera, the Duo Camera is smart as a tack, the Boomsound upgrade is impressive and the design... well, you have to hold it.
The Snapdragon 801 processor has boosted battery dramatically compared to the 600 of last year, and that means that photos also process much more quickly as well - even the front-facing camera is much better.
Gaming, movies, photography, browsing all work really well, and in a phone that that's easily going to destroy whatever anyone else can design, unless Apple or LG have got some dark sorcery up their sleeves when the iPhone 6 or LG G3 appear later in the year.
Quick Verdict
If we were to criticise the One M8, it would be the camera's lack of a megapixel upgrade, which means pictures are a little less sharp than they might otherwise be.
That said, it's a minor point in a phone that has barely any flaws. The lower megapixel camera means faster shutter speeds, and if you don't want to zoom in a lot, most will enjoy the depth perception and background de-focus ability to make some pro-looking snaps.
We urge you to hold this phone for a few seconds and try not to feel at least a small flicker of smartphone attraction. It's got great specs, a splendid design and some clever hardware innovation where the competition is relying on software to do the same thing.
The Samsung Galaxy S5 and the Xperia Z2 failed to take the top spot, and we honestly don't know if the iPhone 6 will be good enough to head straight to the top of the pile when it appears? It looks like you're going to be spoilt for choice in 2014.
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If a phone isn't in the top 10 best phones in the world list, that doesn't mean it's not worth giving two hoots about.
Here's a few handsets you might want to think about should none of the above tickle your fancy... although you're clearly VERY hard to please:
Samsung Galaxy S4
Samsung managed to hold off HTC at the top in 2012, but in 2013 the supreme stylings of the HTC One proved too strong against a phone that's a slightly-better-version of its predecessor, especially when you consider the design.
There's a lot, a lot, to love with the Samsung Galaxy S4 though: whether it's a powerful camera, a brilliant screen, a long-lasting battery or just a fluid experience, there's a lot you could want in a smartphone right here.
The cost is a tad higher than on other smartphones, but still cheaper than iPhone level and is descending as the S5 appears. If only it was made out of something a little more premium...
LG, Sony and Google have come out with some attractive propositions and overtaken the best the South Koreans can manage, but that hasn't stopped this being one of the most popular phones of 2013 and the price is ever lower.
Quick verdict
Make no mistake though: you'll love the Samsung Galaxy S4 if you choose to go for it, as it's a decent phone with some really cutting-edge features - but remember there's something better thanks to the Galaxy S5.
Nokia Lumia 630
We were bowled over when the Lumia 520 arrived with its slick operation and low price tag, and while it's still a great budget option it's just been trumped by its brother - the Nokia Lumia 630.
Bringing with it a bigger 4.5-inch screen and beefier 1.2GHz quad-core processor the Lumia 630 is off to a strong start, plus it's the first phone to ship with the new Windows Phone 8.1 operating system.
There is no front facing camera, 4G support or rear flash, but if you can accept those shortcomings for the low price you won't have any complaints.
Quick verdict
It's simply the best budget Nokia (and Windows Phone) currently on the market and if you're looking for an easy to use smartphone that won't cost the earth you can't go wrong with the Lumia 630.
HTC One Mini 2
The One Mini 2 offers the same stunning design you get with the full size One M8, but the smaller package will appeal to those with smaller palms (and wallets).
Some will enjoy the fact HTC has ditched the Duo Camera here for a simple 13MP snapper which is capable of taking some decent shots, while the Boomsound speakers also make the transition down the range.
Performance isn't as smooth as the One M8, due to the fact the power inside the HTC One Mini 2 has been scaled, while battery life could also be better.
Quick verdict
Desperate for the looks of the One M8 but can't afford it? Then plump for the HTC One Mini 2. If you're not wed to HTC though there are better options out there - we'd recommend checking out the Xperia Z1 Compact or even the iPhone 5C.
Sony Xperia M2
The Sony Xperia M2 comes in much cheaper than the higher end Xperia Z1 Compact and Xperia Z2, but manages to hold onto the same design as the more expensive handsets, although this is an all plastic affair.
With a larger 4.8-inch display there's plenty of space for your apps, games and social networking activities, although the resolution isn't brilliant.
A quad-core processor keeps Android ticking over nicely and 4G connectivity is a nice addition. The upcoming 4G Moto G is probably an overall better shout (not to mention cheaper), but Sony's done well with the Xperia M2.
Quick verdict
If you're a fan of Sony's Omnibalance design but can't stretch to the Xperia Z1 Compact or Xperia Z2 then the more affordable Xperia M2 will suit you nicely with 4G connectivity, 4.8-inch display and a quad-core processor.
Samsung Galaxy Note 3
The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 breathes yet more life into a mobile form factor many thought would be dead on arrival, ramping up the specs and the size to give us a new monolith of mobile.
It may be big, but the 5.7-inch display is fantastic and the Full HD Super AMOLED technology makes everything pop from websites to movies.
You're able to fit a lot more on screen at a time and that means less scrolling in messages, on websites and down your long contact list and that can only be a good thing.
What really impressed us with the Galaxy Note 3 though was its battery life and sheer speed under the finger. We're used to a day at best when hardcore using the device, but we got far past that without breaking a sweat throughout our tests.
The speed of the Snapdragon 800 quad core processor, combined with 3GB of RAM, means this is the least-slouchy phone we've encountered in a while.
Quick verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is a great phone and if you were to own one you wouldn't be disappointed. It provides a great onscreen experience - as long as your hands are big enough to reach across it - and its stuffed so full of tech to almost warrant its lofty price tag - which refuses to tumble much.
Its size will be a real stumbling point for many and we'd recommend going into a store and just holding the Note 3 for a while to see if it's something you can cope with - in short, we want all this but in a form that we can hold easily, at a lower price and without the S Pen.
If that's you, then just go ahead and buy the Galaxy S5.
Nokia Lumia 520
The Nokia Lumia 520, much like its big brother the Nokia Lumia 620, is a jack of all trades and a master of none - although it really manages to make a good fist of everything it tries, for the low, low price tag it carries.
It looks good, it's got a decent screen both in terms of size and resolution, it rarely stutters or slows down, it's great for calls and messaging, reasonable for media and okay for photos.
To achieve a lower price point the 520 has had to strip away a few things - there's no NFC, compass, camera flash or front facing camera here.
But on the other hand it's also got a bigger screen, a larger battery, a sleeker, slimmer, lighter build and the same processor and RAM as the Nokia Lumia 620, so in many ways it's actually better.
Combine that with a lower price tag and we reckon that this just might be the best entry level Windows Phone 8 handset that you can buy and certainly the best value.
Quick verdict
The Nokia Lumia 520 certainly isn't an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy beater - but it's a superb Windows Phone device that you can pick up for under £100. If you're a fan of a simple interface with some quality add-ons, then you should definitely look at Nokia's latest attempt to win over the smartphone naysayers.
iPhone 5C
What's this? A new iPhone not making it into the top five? Wait... not even the top ten?
Well, you can't really blame us. This isn't a new iPhone - it's last year's device in brand new package with more colours to choose from.
There are more LTE bands to choose from too, which is important to UK buyers as it means it can give superfast speeds from all the networks.
It's still a really rather good phone, with the Retina display still giving market-leading colour reproduction, a strong camera and the best App Store around.
Quick verdict
We'll be honest: this is the section the iPhone 5 would have lived in, as the iPhone 5C is just a tweaked version of 2012's model, the same phone with a new skin.
There will be loads of people looking to buy it simply because the iPhone now comes in pink or green, and to those we say: look at the Lumia range. Nokia's been doing the same thing for years and at a much, much cheaper price point.
The iPhone 5C is the same as a every phone from Apple: too expensive for what it is, but if you're desperate for such a device from the Cupertino brand then this is still a strong handset to plump for - but beware of getting the 8GB option as it can fill up with apps or media very quickly.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini
Samsung created a mid-range handset, putting itself right against the 4G-toting Sony Xperia SP and Nokia Lumia 820 - but most importantly now in a war with the HTC One Mini too.
The Galaxy S4 Mini takes the design language of the full-fat S4, and does well to shrink it down without losing the same 'atmosphere'.
A vibrant screen, bright and clear enough, added to the fact it's only 4.3-inches large, mean the S4 Mini is a lot easier to hold in the hand, and the camera is as powerful as we'd expect on a phone of this size and price point.
Quick verdict
What you get with the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini is a far better trade off of price and features than you got with the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini, and a phone that sits very comfortably within the S4 range.
It's got a lot of the S4 power at a lower price point, and while the S3 to S3 Mini divide was just too great in our eyes, the S4 Mini is a lot closer to its bigger brother.
Nokia Lumia 1520
The Nokia Lumia 1520 is a trailblazing 6-inch smartphone that forges a path for Windows Phone 8 into true high-end territory. And what a swathe this oversized phablet cuts - it's huge.
Its 6-inch 1080p display is a thing of beauty, and is a great way to watch videos and view photos on the go.
Nokia has produced another excellent camera phone here, learning lessons from the Nokia Lumia 1020 and the Nokia Lumia 925 to produce a very well balanced snapper.
However, there's also no denying that this is a ridiculously large phone, and whipping one out in public will be as embarrassing as it is tricky to wield for those who appreciate a little subtly and mobility from their phones.
Quick verdict
The Nokia Lumia 1520 is an absolute beast of a phone that we suspect only the large-handed and generous pocketed will be able to live with day to day.
Those who accept the challenge will find the most capable Windows Phone 8 device yet, with top-of-the-range specs that include a stunning 1080p display and a superb 20-megapixel camera.
Sony Xperia Z1
The Sony Xperia Z1 is another powerhouse of a phone. With a 20.7MP camera with G Lens technology, the ability to withstand rain, snow and sand and a superfast Snapdragon 800 processor running the show, it's clearly a great handset to have around.
It also comes in a variety of funky colours, has a pleasing build quality that helps justify the higher price to a degree and basically offers the best of the Sony brand in a smartphone.
We do have a few reservations insofar as the Z1 doesn't really carry the mantle the Xperia Z created; it's got a massively uprated camera and screen technology, but neither particularly wow.
Quick verdict
Don't think that this is anything less than a leading phone from Sony. It's just that the added thickness to accommodate the camera doesn't impress enough to plop it into the top five, nor the sub-par screen, and after the really great showing from the Xperia Z, we were a little disappointed.
It's only better than the Z1 Compact if you want a larger screen - other than that, the two are identical.


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