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Top 10 phones of October

By CNETAsia staff
15/10/2004
URL: http://asia.cnet.com/reviews/mobilephones/0,39050603,39197651,00.htm

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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6.  Sony Ericsson S700i    
 
CNETAsia rating: 8.1 out of 10
The good:  High-resolution 262K-color TFT; well-implemented megapixel camera; MP3 player and radio; Bluetooth and infrared connectivity; expansion slot; outstanding battery life.
The bad:  Bulky; pricey.
The bottom line: For those looking for a feature-laden camera-phone that snaps quality pictures and entertains with music, there's no better choice than the S700i currently.

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7.  Siemens S65
 
CNETAsia rating: 8.1 out of 10
The good:  Stylish shell; high resolution 1.3-megapixel camera; triband; Bluetooth; RS-MMC expansion slot.
The bad:  Lacks MP3 player or FM radio; sluggish while performing certain operations.
The bottom line: Siemens' latest megapixel camera-phone is sophisticated-looking and has excellent features to match.

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8.  Motorola V3
 
CNETAsia rating: 8 out of 10
The good:  Quadband; ultrathin clamshell; luxurious aluminum furnish; impressive 262K-color TFT; Bluetooth connectivity; VGA camera.
The bad:  Pricey; laggy messaging interface.
The bottom line: Motorola's V3 clamshell comes with a touch of class. Unfortunately, its extravagant price may put it out of reach for many.

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9.  Nokia 6610i
 
CNETAsia rating: 6.7 out of 10
The good:  Triband; user-friendly interface; FM radio; affordable price.
The bad:  Mediocre camera; 4K-color passive display; primitive polyphonic ringtones.
The bottom line: Nokia has refreshed the once popular 6610 with a camera, but the 6610i's lackluster feature set fails to impress.

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10.  Sony Ericsson P910i
 
CNETAsia rating: 8 out of 10
The good:  Triband; impressive 262K-color TFT; feature-laden with good wireless connectivity.
The bad:  Quirky thumbboard; pricey.
The bottom line: Those looking for a capable device to complement their busy routine can consider this improved smart phone from Sony Ericsson.

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