Top 10 phones of October

Nokia makes a killing this month with four of its handsets dominating the chart. Sony Ericsson comes in a strong second with the other manufacturers scrambling over what's left. Scroll down to find out the winners for October.

Note: Results are based on readership and telephone polls conducted with various retailers in Singapore.

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	1.	Sony Ericsson K700i       CNETAsia rating: 8.3 out of 10 The good:  Classy executive design; top-notch finish; VGA camera with photo light; MP3 player; FM radio; speakerphone. The bad:  No expansion slot; sporadic pauses. The bottom line: More than just an incremental upgrade, the K700i addresses numerous imperfections in past models to deliver a winning blend of style, design and unparalleled multimedia. Review  | See full specs  | Rate this
	2.	Nokia 6230   CNETAsia rating: 8 out of 10 The good:  Classy executive design; video-capable VGA camera; MP3 playback; FM radio; Bluetooth and infrared; MMC expansion slot. The bad:  Small display; buggy. The bottom line: While we're astounded by this Nokia's multimedia abilities and connectivity options, the screen and dodgy software leave an unpleasant aftertaste. Review  | See full specs  | Rate this
	3.	Nokia 7610   CNETAsia rating: 8 out of 10 The good:  Unorthodox design; 1-megapixel camera; RS-MMC expansion slot. The bad:  Mono audio output; occasional lag; pricey. The bottom line: This handset impresses by fusing fashion with function, but oversights like the lack of stereo audio output disappoint. Review  | See full specs  | Rate this
	4.	Nokia 3120   CNETAsia rating: 8 out of 10 The good:  Triband; compact design; speakerphone; inexpensive; good battery life. The bad:  Lackluster display; rudimentary feature set. The bottom line: For the frequent jetsetter who merely needs a basic phone to stay in touch, the triband Nokia 3120 should be suffice. Review  | See full specs  | Rate this
	5.	Samsung SGH-E600   CNETAsia rating: 7.7 out of 10 The good:  Petite VGA camera-phone; 64-chord polyphony; video recording with audio; excellent battery life. The bad:  Uninspiring design that resembles previous models; moderately high price tag; lacks speakerphone. The bottom line: This diminutive E600 is a beautifully designed phone with Samsung's trademark winning formula of a small footprint while packing in good functionality. Review  | See full specs  | Rate this