ghatothkach

hi I am planing on buying a RIM phone and I have make some quick decisions. Hardware: 1. decide on a RIM phone which I can use like a normal phone. 2. The same phone should be able to connect to my laptop using a USB cable for use of Netconnect. 3. The choice of phone + data cable should be linux/ubuntu compatible ? 4. Lowest possible cost for the phone+data_cable, no need of any features, color screen etc. I am not looking for best value for money, I am looking for the least money. Do the experts amongst you know what I should buy. Ghat