With activation of a new 2-year contract, Verizon Wireless continues to offer a selection of smartphones for free. (Some models require coupon code "VERIZONDEAL".) With free shipping, that's tied with our mention from a week ago as the best deal we could find for these phones by at least a buck. A $35 activation fee applies. Some best bets:

• Motorola DROID RAZR M 4G Android Smartphone (pictured) for free
• Apple iPhone 4 8GB Smartphone for free
• LG LUCID 2 4G LTE Android Smartphone for free via "VERIZONDEAL"
• browse all free smartphones at Verizon Wireless