JOE’s Gift Guide for Smartphones: A few great deals that won’t disappoint this Christmas

Waking up to find a brand new smartphone under the tree on Christmas morning will undoubtedly put a smile on everyone's face

Whether you're shopping for your brother from another mother, or your mother and real brother, then a new phone is always a welcome gift. You can use it to keep in touch, snap a few pics, listen to the latest tunes or even keep track of your fitness, thanks to the host of brilliant apps you can get. With that in mind, here are a few suggestions for smartphones from our mates at Meteor that aren't going to break the bank on Christmas day. Nokia Lumia 520 Although most people will look for an Android or iOS phone, Windows have put a good bit of work into their mobile operating system and partnered with Nokia to produce this gem. Once you get used to using 6tag (that’s Instagram in old money) you’ll never go back, and you can still get your beloved WhatsApp too. Available online for only €89.99, it’s not going to break the bank at Christmas either, and you might even have a bit left over to get some credit for the phone so the lucky recipient can send you a thankful text. Sony Xperia E Sony are making waves with their most recent efforts in the smartphone market, and the Xperia E is a brilliant value handset. It's designed to be easy to use, but with 4GB of RAM and a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor under the hood, it won't be lacking when it comes to speed or power. Available in two colours black or red, costing only €59.99, it makes for a great stocking filler. Samsung Galaxy Pocket Neo This smartphone is compact, but it doesn't sacrifice when it comes to features. The Samsung Galaxy range of phones is a pretty big family at this stage, and at €49.99 the Pocket Neo is the perfect model to introduce someone to the world of smarphones. If you're trying to convince someone that having internet connectivity on their phone is better than playing snake on their Nokia 3210, then this is the ideal present to get them up to speed. Chances are you'll be bombarded with tweets from your now tech-savvy aul fella once he figures out how to power this up on Christmas Day. Just don't forget to write out a handy guide to internet speak. LOLZ. Huawei Y300 Huawei make a great range of bargain smartphones that are packed full of features without stretching your budget. There's a decent 5MP camera for snapping a few Christmas selfies, as well as a powerful Snapdragon processor inside. At €79.99, this is a great gift and a great way to stay in touch.