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Samsung SCH-U900

  • 3.0 megapixel digital camera/camcorder with digital zoom
  • PictBridge technology
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology
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User Review User Rating   4.40  
Total Reviews: 2

This phone has amazing battery life; I didn't charge it for 4 days and still had 75% left on the battery. The camera is awesome, but I don't like the fact that you cannot zoom in on the higher ...

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by Aleksander
March 9th 2008

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4.3  

Ah, the Samsung FlipShot (a.k.a. SCH-U900) camera phone -- what’s not to like about a ...

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by Joni Blecher
February 27th 2008


Blackberry 8100

  • Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 Mhz GSM/GPRS and EDGE networks
  • Integrated 1.3 Megapixel Camera w/built-in flash and 5x digital zoom
  • MMS, SMS, IM & a SureType QWERTY keyboard with SureType software
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User Review User Rating   4.26  
Total Reviews: 56

I love love love my phone! Its little and super cute! The battery life for me usually last about 2 days and I'm like a major text person so thats good! I have had mine for 2 years and after ...

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by Jessica
June 12th 2008

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4.3  

There’s a good reason why everyone has been buzzing about the Blackberry Pearl: It’s the first Blackberry device that has done an amazing job at integrating cell phone functionality ...

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by Joni Blecher
February 5th 2007


LG VX8550

  • MP3 Player with Customizable Effect/Equalizer and Player Theme
  • VZ Navigator Capable: Voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions via GPS
  • Innovative sliding design with touch-sensitive navigation keys
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User Review User Rating   4.28  
Total Reviews: 4

I purchased the Chocolate LG phone in white at Verizon and I had a hard time choosing the LG or a Razor the adorable pink color. later added a line for my daughter and got her the pink I fell ...

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by bubbles
September 29th 2007

Expert ReviewExpert Rating  
4.3  

When the LG Chocolate first appeared on the scene, it was an exciting cell phone. While it had a lot going for it, to some it unfortunately fell short in a few areas. Most notably, the ...

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by Joni Blecher
July 24th 2007


Sanyo SCP-6600

  • Built-in Speakerphone
  • Sprint PCS Vision
  • 1.0-inch TFT LCD External Display, 65K-color
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User Review User Rating   4.10  
Total Reviews: 4

Absolutely love it i get compliments all the time about it. camera takes really good pictures and you can do a bunch of stuff to the pictures on the phone. decent battery life i would recommend ...

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by Chanel
December 2nd 2007

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4.3  

The Sanyo Katana might not have all the latest bells and whistles, such as a 1.3-megapixel camera, an external storage card, or a music player, but it does a great job with the features it does ...

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by Joni Blecher
March 22nd 2007


BlackBerry 8820

  • BlackBerry email, messaging, and organizer in one sleek design
  • The thinnest full QWERTY BlackBerry available
  • T-Mobile HotSpot@Home mobile Wi-Fi calling and Wi-Fi Web browsing.
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User Review User Rating   4.60  
Total Reviews: 3

My only fault with the Blackberry 8820 is the sound quality of the cell phone. I noticed it also interferes with the computer and radio when it gets emails. Overall I like it, but would prefer ...

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by John Sharp
January 31st 2008

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4.3  

Still the gold standard for busy executives on the go, newer versions of the BlackBerry have made it easier for the rest of us to stay connected, as well. With the BlackBerry 8820, that means ...

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by John Frederick Moore
October 30th 2007


BlackBerry 8130

  • Media player with Music capabilities
  • 2 MP camera with video
  • GPS capable with navigation applications sold separately
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User Review User Rating   4.06  
Total Reviews: 8

I have found that despite the small size it is easy to use. I can still see the text of my emails unassisted. I have had it about a month and have since traveled almost across the entire ...

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by John
April 16th 2008

Expert ReviewExpert Rating  
4.3  

There’s a good reason why everyone has been buzzing about the BlackBerry Pearl being ...

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by Joni Blecher
April 8th 2008


Motorola RAZR - GSM

  • Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) capable
  • Mobile Instant Messaging using AOL® Instant MessengerTM
  • Tri-band international capability
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User Review User Rating   4.06  
Total Reviews: 29

I have had several Motorola RAZR's and tend to like the thin design. I also like the fact they are very user friendly. I would recommend them to anyone that would ask what type of phone do I prefer.

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by Jeffrey Shear
February 10th 2008

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4.3  

There’s a reason the Motorola Razr seems to top everyone’s must-get list. You might think it’s because it’s sooooo thin and commands “Ooooohhhh’s” and ...

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by Joni Blecher
June 23rd 2006


Samsung SGH-A737

  • 3G technology for high-speed data
  • Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
  • 1.3 Megapixel Camera - for Picture Messaging
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User Review User Rating   4.00  
Total Reviews: 9

I just returned the Samsung SGH-A737 after being frustrated with it for 3 days. The back of it gets very hot, the keyboard lock feature will not go away and is very annoying every time you open ...

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by janice
August 16th 2008

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4.0  

The Samsung SGH-A737 is one of those

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by Joni Blecher
June 12th 2008


Samsung SCH-U740

  • Dual-Flip Design with QWERTY Keyboard
  • 1.3 Megapixel Digital Camera with Flash and Digital Zoom
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology
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User Review User Rating   4.35  
Total Reviews: 6

The Samsung SCH-U740 is the best phone I've owned (previous phone was a T-Mobile Sidekick). Verizon Wireless is the only service that I can use everywhere. I could not use T-Mobile at home, ...

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by Roulinda Kennedy
November 19th 2007

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LG VX10000

  • Large 2.81" External Touch Screen
  • VibeTouch™ Technology for Tactile Feedback
  • VZ Navigator Capable: Voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions via GPS
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User Review User Rating   4.23  
Total Reviews: 2

The LG VX10000 Voyager is a good cell phone. It is easy to use and the keyboard is really great for my big fingers. The TV has great picture, almost digital like. I wish it had more TV stations. ...

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by John Q
August 19th 2008

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4.0  

The LG Voyager is essentially the SUV of cell phones. There’s no denying that it’s big and bulky, ...

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by Joni Blecher
July 31st 2008


Samsung Juke

  • Get It Now® Capable
  • VGA Digital Camera with Night Shot
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology
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User Review User Rating   3.84  
Total Reviews: 2

The primary reason I purchased the Samsung Juke was for the mp3 player. I am a musician and I feel that this cell phone is a perfect fit. It was the only cell phone on the market at the time ...

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by Jazzedfrog
July 17th 2008

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4.0  

When we first saw the Samsung Juke, we pegged it immediately: It's an MP3 player with

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by Joni Blecher
December 14th 2007


Motorola KRZR

  • 1.3 Mega Pixel Camera with Camcorder
  • Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) capable
  • AOL®, Yahoo or MSN Instant Messenger™
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User Review User Rating   4.15  
Total Reviews: 30

I love the Fire K1m Krzr. It is more narrow than the Razr; I can hold and dial the phone with one hand. The screens are smaller than I am accustomed to, but are bright so I have no trouble ...

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by Rita
February 10th 2008

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4.0  

Motorola’s Krzr is one slick cell phone. It’s not only smaller than its older brother, the Razr, but it is even a little more ...

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by Joni Blecher
June 4th 2007


BlackBerry 8320

  • Smallest, lightest QWERTY Blackberry
  • Access to work (BES) and personal (BIS) email
  • Media Player for music, videos and photos
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User Review User Rating   4.43  
Total Reviews: 40

I love it when it is in use. I don't like the fact that I am charging it every other day even when I don't use it often. Also, I get a lot of error messages - - of course I know this is the ...

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by Schalida Turner
June 9th 2008

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4.0  

The BlackBerry Curve 8320 has a lot going for it: a 2-megapixel camera, world roaming ...

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by Joni Blecher
November 2nd 2007


Motorola RAZR2 V9m

  • Integrated 2.0 megapixel camera, with 8x digital zoom
  • Touch-sensitive external music keys
  • 45MB of end user memory and support for up to 2GB of memory with an optional microSD card
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User Review User Rating   4.03  
Total Reviews: 12

How anyone does not rate the call qulaity of this phone superior is beyond me. For me, call quality is the only thing I need from a phone. No offense, if you need to watch movies, listen to ...

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by E
June 6th 2008

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3.8  

Finally, the next-generation Motorola

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by Joni Blecher
October 18th 2007


BlackBerry 8830

  • 64 MB of memory and expandable memory card slot using microSD
  • Stereo Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
  • Speakerphone and voice activated dialing
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User Review User Rating   3.99  
Total Reviews: 4

After about 5 weeks, I turned in my "LG- Voyager" on 01/24/08, and purchased the "Blackberry 8830". I did this primarily, because of the functionality of the address book, and appointment ...

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by Al Guyton
March 6th 2008

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3.8  

Can’t decide between the BlackBerry Curve and the 8830? Well, your final call depends on your carrier and what you really need from this smartphone. Both store pictures, videos, and music; ...

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by Joni Blecher
August 15th 2007


Sony Ericsson W810

  • Built-in 2 megapixel camera with autofocus and video capture
  • FM radio and music management software
  • SMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging
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User Review User Rating   4.04  
Total Reviews: 6

I write to conglatulate Sony Ericsson for coming up with a vibrant brand The Sony Ericsson W810, its indeed awesome I tried one but was for my friend and its my entire wish that I should one ...

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by gift gondwe
November 30th 2007

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3.8  

If you’re in the market for a cell phone that will keep you busy no matter where you go, strongly consider the Sony Ericsson W810 Walkman phone. It’s packed with preloaded game trials, ...

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by Joni Blecher
April 30th 2007


Motorola RAZR V3M - CDMA

  • Preloaded with NFL Mobile
  • Watch over 50 channels of Live TV and on-demand video and audio
  • Full-length movies and recent box-office hits
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User Review User Rating   3.84  
Total Reviews: 27

I love the Razr v3m phone. I am not pleased with sprint at all. When I was reviewing plans I needed four phones. The plan I chose allowed up to 5 phones. I only needed 3 at the time I opened the ...

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by sharon allen
June 17th 2008

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3.8  

Love the Motorola Razr but wish it could playback music? Then the Motorola Razr V3m might be just the ticket. This cell phone has all the sleek lines of its stylish predecessor plus a few extras ...

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by Joni Blecher
July 13th 2006


Samsung SGH-I617

  • 3G technology for high-speed data
  • Microsoft® Windows Mobile 6 Edition(TM)
  • Mobile versions of Microsoft® Office(TM) applications
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User Review User Rating   4.26  
Total Reviews: 11

I like this phone a lot. I had the RAZR before and battery life was about 50% after 1 year. The functionality of the Blackjack is much better, there are many shortcuts to important menus and ...

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by Reiner Neurohr
February 20th 2008

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3.8  

Smart and stylish—it’s an ideal combination for any companion. That’s certainly the case with the BlackJack II (SGH-i617). Its good call quality, 3G support, strong messaging ...

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by John Frederick Moore
February 11th 2008


Nokia N75

  • 3G technology for high-speed data
  • 2.0 Megapixel Camera - for Picture Messaging
  • Integrated video recorder with 8x zoom
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User Review User Rating   3.84  
Total Reviews: 13

I have always been proud of Nokia. Nokia - is "no problems", no trouble with calls and functions, best design, best quality, Nokia is a name you can trust 4ever. I just wish ATT or any other US ...

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by Rashid Makhmudov
June 13th 2008

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3.5  

Like other Nokia N-series cell phones, the N75 is more of a computer than a cell phone. But each N-series model seems to highlight a different feature. In the case of the N75, it’s more of ...

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by Joni Blecher
May 22nd 2007


Palm Centro CDMA

  • Palm OS 5.4.9
  • Blazer® mobile web browser
  • 1.3 megapixels with 2x digital zoom and video capture
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User Review User Rating   4.25  
Total Reviews: 17

I don't know why people keep referring to the Centro as an "entry level" smartphone; it is basically a smaller version of the Treo. It has all of the features of the Treo, and the keyboard is a ...

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by Philip
May 13th 2008

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3.5  

Think of the Palm Centro as a user-friendly smartphone that doesn't take a lot of know-how to get started with it. Its budget price point and features set are designed to attract those who think ...

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by John Frederick Moore
July 1st 2008


Motorola Q9h

  • Windows Mobile 6.1 with enhanced usability, security and information management features
  • Supports Microsoft System Center Mobile Device Manager
  • New sliding panel home-screen for one stop access to emails, text messages, events, AT&T music and more
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User Review User Rating   4.18  
Total Reviews: 6

The Moto Q is the best phone that I've ever had. I can do so many things with it. I wouldn't trade it for another phone.

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by reginald baldiwn
May 28th 2008

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3.5  

The Motorola Q9h, also known as the

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by Joni Blecher
March 28th 2008


Motorola MOTORAZR˛ V9m

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User Review User Rating   4.19  
Total Reviews: 2

I have had this phone for three weeks. Replaced Motorola E815. The V9m is the best phone that I have owned to date. Good graphics, nice color screens, good signal strength, great call ...

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by Dan
December 6th 2007

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3.5  

Finally, the next-generation Motorola

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by Joni Blecher
November 13th 2007


Nokia N95

  • Up to 160 MB inbuilt memory
  • Large QVGA display with slide-activated landscape mode
  • GPS and Wi-Fi
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User Review User Rating   4.04  
Total Reviews: 6

The Nokia N95 has lived up to the hype of being a first class camera phone, plus has provided so much more. The 5MP camera does great on the go and close up. The added light makes sure you don't ...

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by Rebecca
May 8th 2008

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3.5  

The Nokia N95 is a lot of things: a world phone, a 5-megapixel camera, a music player, a ...

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by Joni Blecher
October 29th 2007


LG LX570

  • FM stereo radio receiver and transmitter
  • Broadband speed with EV-DO technology for high-speed data transmission
  • Speakerphone
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User Review User Rating   4.14  
Total Reviews: 3

I just recently got the LG LX570 as an update to the LG Muziq. It really is the same, but more mature. The navigation is easy to control and the keypads are big, but not too big. The main reason ...

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by Antwon Hullum
July 3rd 2008

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3.5  

The LG Muziq is a good-looking music phone that has done a lot of things right. It has all the features of its predecessor (the LG Fusic) and ...

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by Joni Blecher
September 27th 2007


Nextel ic502

  • Bright, 65K color internal display
  • Built-in speakerphone for hands-free calling
  • Direct Connect® for use with Nextel Direct Connect®
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User Review User Rating   3.78  
Total Reviews: 10

The phone is great, however I was more impressed by the service I received from Lets Talk. I had a very bad experience with Wirefly and when trying to resolve the problem I found it very ...

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by Stephanie
March 24th 2008

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3.5  

If you’re a longtime Nextel user who loves the company's walkie-talkie feature but doesn’t want a lot of the extras found in today’s

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by Joni Blecher
April 19th 2007


LG CU500

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User Review User Rating   4.17  
Total Reviews: 5

After researching cells phones for several weeks I finally went with my gut and got the LG CU515. So far I love it. The color is beautiful, not bright, but subtle. I do notice the keypad gets ...

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by Carey
May 20th 2008

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3.3  

Counting itself as one of the few cell phones that supports the latest in high-speed data connections (UMTS/HSDPA), the LG CU500 has a lot going for it. In addition to supporting all the latest ...

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by Joni Blecher
January 3rd 2007


HTC Tilt 8925

  • 3.0 Megapixel Camera - for Picture Messaging
  • Work in comfort with the unique tilting touch screen and the slide-out QWERTY keyboard
  • Do more on the move with Windows Mobile® 6 Professional - instant e-mail, calendar, notes, tasks, and contacts synchronization
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User Review User Rating   3.95  
Total Reviews: 45

This Phone is spectacular. From the day I got it I was impressed by what it had to offer. It does everything a cellphone needs to be able to do. It seems that people are never satisfied, but ...

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by Shannaan Dawda
May 27th 2008

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3.3  

Amid all the big-name smartphone manufacturers, HTC has been quietly making some of the best products out there. The HTC Tilt certainly fits the bill. Though not as sexy as the

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by John Frederick Moore
December 20th 2007


Motorola RIZR Z3

  • 1.9-inch internal LCD displaying 262K-colors
  • MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+ enhanced music player for listening to music
  • 2.0-megapixel camera
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User Review User Rating   4.14  
Total Reviews: 23

The call quality is not always great, but I don't know if it's the phone or the service. However the music features are great as is the sound quality. Camera is good, but a little disappointing ...

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by Hayley
June 12th 2008

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3.3  

When it comes to slider cell phones, the Motorola Rizr is a good-looking option. It has all the expected features: Bluetooth, a 2-megapixel camera, and of course, a built-in music player – ...

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by Joni Blecher
September 17th 2007


HTC PPC6900

  • 2 megapixel camera with video capture
  • Windows Mobile 6 with integrated TouchFLO Technology
  • Speakerphone
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User Review User Rating   3.46  
Total Reviews: 17

This phone is pretty easy to use. The touch keyboard isn't all that great to use unless you have a stylus. I like the size of the phone. Sprint's phone coverage is okay. I haven't had that ...

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by Jason
January 14th 2008

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3.3  

HTC is quickly developing a reputation as the maker of some of the slickest, smartest smartphones available. The HTC Touch is a case in point. A small, light profile, EV-DO support for ...

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by John Frederick Moore
December 20th 2007


Motorola Q9c

  • QWERTY Keyboard
  • MiniSD™ Expandable Memory Support up to 8GB
  • Bluetooth® Capable*
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User Review User Rating   3.78  
Total Reviews: 3

I like the Motorola Q9c. I have had it for about 5 months now and have had some minor issues with it. I have had to pull the battery out of it twice to reboot it and I have had many dropped ...

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by Ryan
July 21st 2008

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3.3  

The Motorola Q9c has a lot to offer in a fairly slim and sleek design for a smartphone. In ...

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by Joni Blecher
August 6th 2008


Pantech C810

  • 3G technology for high-speed data
  • Windows Mobile® 6
  • 1.3 Megapixel Camera - for Picture Messaging
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User Review User Rating   4.18  
Total Reviews: 8

I purchased this phone for my 13 year old daughter. She loves it! Everyone that sees it thinks it is the coolest phone ever. I have used it for a couple calls and the clarity is great. Super for ...

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by Anita Windle
January 8th 2008

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3.0  

The highlight of the Pantech Duo C810 is its unique dual-slider design. Slide the cover up to reveal a standard dial pad; slide it to the right and you’re presented with a full QWERTY ...

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by John Frederick Moore
August 18th 2008


Samsung SGH-T629

  • Stereo Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
  • 1.3 Megapixel Camera
  • Video Capture and Playback
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User Review User Rating   3.92  
Total Reviews: 6

I love this Samsung SGH-T629! I've had a few more dropped calls than with the (other) network, I now have way better service. I love the slider design - the only thing I would change is when you ...

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by karen carroll
August 13th 2007

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3.0  

The Samsung T629 includes many of the features of the Samsung T809, plus a few extras. Namely, there’s a way to add more memory to the cell phone and the inclusion of T-Mobile’s ...

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by Joni Blecher
November 17th 2006


Novatel U720 Wireless PC Card

  • Designed for Windows Vista/XP/2000; Macintosh OS X 10.4 or higher and Linux.
  • E-mail with large attachments
  • Digital Imaging
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User Review User Rating   4.50  
Total Reviews: 6

This wireless card functions great 98% of the time. 2 things I'm not so crazy about. First it sticks out far once inserted, it is easy to knock it out of the USB slot with a laptop. Second the ...

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by Jennifer Taylor
May 16th 2008

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Motorola MOTO Z9

  • 3G technology for high-speed data
  • Integrated Music Player and External-mounted Controls Lets You Take Your Tunes With You
  • 2.0 Megapixel Camera/Camcorder - for Picture Messaging and video recording
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