Top 10 Cell Phones

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These are the best standard cell phones today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Edited by Narasu Rebbapragada
Asus P527
Bottom Line: The P527 is loaded with features, including extensive GPS options, but it's far too slow for even casual users.
PC World Rating: 74 (Good)
  1. Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 10:00
  2. Performance Word Score: Superior
  3. Design: Candy bar
  4. Carrier: Unlocked
  5. OS Supported: Windows Mobile
  6. Price When Reviewed: $599
  7. Rated on: April 11, 2008
NOKIA Nokia 6133
Bottom Line: Though this phone has a plain design, it offers a good set of features at a very fair price.
PC World Rating: 75 (Good)
  1. Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 6:34
  2. Performance Word Score: Good
  3. Design: Clamshell
  4. Carrier: T-Mobile
  5. OS Supported: Proprietary
  6. Price When Reviewed: $30
  7. Rated on: February 06, 2008
Bottom Line: This mild revision to the popular LG Chocolate phone has plenty of multimedia options.
PC World Rating: 76 (Good)
  1. Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 5:12
  2. Performance Word Score: Fair
  3. Design: Slide
  4. Carrier: Verizon
  5. Price When Reviewed: $130
  6. Rated on: February 06, 2008
Samsung UpStage
Bottom Line: This phone features an excellent music player and a unique--if ultimately impractical--two-sided design.
PC World Rating: 77 (Good)
  1. Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 7:43
  2. Performance Word Score: Very Good
  3. Design: Candy bar
  4. Carrier: Sprint
  5. Price When Reviewed: $150
  6. Rated on: February 06, 2008
Helio Mysto
Bottom Line: Has lots of features and an attractive design, but terrible controls.
PC World Rating: 78 (Good)
  1. Battery Life Average (hh:mm): 4:25
  2. Performance Word Score: Poor
  3. Design: Slide
  4. Carrier: Helio
  5. Price When Reviewed: $150
  6. Rated on: April 11, 2008

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