I'm also having a bit of a hard time deciding which phone to get, although when it comes to Fido's selection of phones I've got it narrowed down to two, I think. So, a poll thingy:
Edit: Incidentally, there is no number portability in Canada, so changing providers means changing phone numbers. :-(
Last time you wanted a new cellphone, what did you pay?
Far less than retail, because I switched companies to get a new phone
6(40.0%)
Far less than retail, because I was switching plans anyway
3(20.0%)
A bit less than retail, because my provider offered me an upgrade or I signed a new contract
3(20.0%)
A bit less than retail, by buying an unlocked phone through Ebay or something like that
1(6.7%)
Full retail from my provider
2(13.3%)
Any comments on phone pricing?
I want a GSM world phone with an integrated camera and color display. What should I get?
Siemens C65 ($250 retail)
1(7.7%)
Sony Ericsson T610 ($300 retail)
6(46.2%)
Buy something else from someone other than Fido (specify below)
6(46.2%)
Something else, you say? What, then?
Ticky?
Ticky.
14(100.0%)
Unlocked phones in Montreal
http://www.cesiumtelecom.com/
That way, you're not limited to Fido's selection, and you can take your phone with you should you ever change providers (although your number will of course change, as you already mentioned).