The HTC Trophy is a good phone, but it is not a great phone.  Verizon is selling it normally for $149 with a 2 year contract, which does make it much less expensive than some of its competition, and I think it's a great first time smart phone for someone.  However, until I see the new hardware for Windows Phone 7.5 "Mango" I will not feel compelled to make the switch from iOS.  Good effort Microsoft, you're getting there!