What a year it’s been for the big red operator. It nabbed an exclusive on the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, the most anticipated tablet since the original iPad, the HTC Sensation (the dual core HTC with all new Sense UI), the white Google/Samsung Nexus S and a number of others.

Despite a lingering reputation for premium pricing, Vodafone also offers some excellent deals, especially SIM-only ones.

Along with an excellent website,  Vodafone also has an impressive 400 stores nationwide.

Vodafone offers better-than-average treats and compo prizes to its users too, with £500 to spend at Gap, goody bags and champagne via its Vodafone VIP service.