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You’ll find a dizzying assortment of smartphones to choose from in the Android world at varying price points. My goal is to help you narrow the choices, decide where to make the final purchase, and secure the best deal.

Before you decide which make and model you want, take a little time to kick the tires (so to speak) on several choices. I’ve made the mistake of relying on a (commissioned) salesperson’s advice or being tempted by a “good deal” online — only to be less than thrilled when I set up and started using my device. Shopping around and researching the details of this important purchase is your best strategy.

Where do you begin this window shopping experience? The Apple Store is ubiquitous — those folks need to be close to their customers — but can’t help you with your Android smartphone search. You may be surprised to know that Samsung Experience Stores exist in some cities; looking there is an option if you happen to have one close. You can try the mobile carrier stores (such as T-Mobile or AT&T), and tell them you’re just looking, but you can also visit Costco, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, Sam’s Club, or any other big box store to check out its Android smartphone offerings.

Although the top mobile service providers set up stores everywhere, buying blindly from one of them may not score you the best deal. Retail sales representatives (officially known as wireless consultants) may get paid via sales program incentive funds, or spiffs, on specific devices and can make up to a 10 percent commission on in-store sales. Being an educated consumer is your best strategy.