Windows Phone 7.x and 8...
I've had a iPhone and an Android and was thinking about a Windows Phone. I don't have one yet because they're getting bigger and bigger. They advertise that their product is made for individuals but the manufacturers aren't bringing in much variation. Samsung had the Focus Flash, an iPhone sized unit with WP7.5. Now Nokia has the Lumia 620 which is roughly the size of an old iPhone and cheap, but not available in the US.
I know locking and contracts is a reality in the market. However, there must be a niche of cheaper WP8 units for the user that doesn't want a THX 3D experience. All WP8 phones should be available from all providers including Cricket, Virgin, Boost, Simple, et al. I mean if you really want to get a piece of the market wouldn't covering every provider be the best strategy?
