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CNET UK > Reviews > Mobile Phones and Apps > Mobile Phones
Sony Xperia J review
Despite its uncanny resemblance to James Bond's own Xperia T, the Xperia J is easily outclassed by similarly priced Android phones. Read more
21 November 2012 by Damien McFerran
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Nokia Lumia 610 review
The Nokia Lumia 610 cuts corners, but the intuitive user experience makes it one of the more attractive budget smart phones out there. Read more
6 June 2012 by Damien McFerran
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ZTE Tania hands-on
The ZTE Tania doesn't have the sleek design or zippy processors of the top-end Windows Phones, but it's a great budget option. Read more
19 January 2012 by Andrew Hoyle
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ZTE Skate review
The ZTE Skate impresses with pure Android 2.3 on a massive 4.3-inch screen for a decent SIM-free price despite an under-powered CPU and dodgy build quality. Read more
14 November 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Sony Ericsson Live with Walkman review
Despite sporting the once-prestigious Walkman name, the Sony Ericsson Live isn't that impressive a music player, but it's still good value. Read more
11 November 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Alcatel OT-990 review
The Alcatel OT-990’s large screen, solid construction and 5-megapixel camera make it attractive for Android newcomers. Read more
21 October 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Orange Monte Carlo review
Despite its bloatware, uninspiring build quality and under-powered CPU, the Orange Monte Carlo impresses, offering the latest Android software and a huge screen at a surprisingly low price. Read more
15 September 2011 by Damien McFerran
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LG Cookie Lite review
The incredibly small LG Cookie Lite T300 lives up its name, but it's similarly light on essential features. This budget blower may find favour with younger, less demanding users, but everyone else should probably steer clear. Read more
14 September 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Orange Stockholm review
The Android-based Orange Stockholm delivers smart-phone power on a budget. You'll have to contend with a small screen and Orange's annoying pre-installed bloatware, though. Read more
5 August 2011 by Damien McFerran
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LG Optimus Me P350 review
The LG Optimus Me P350 offers an attractive design, but cuts corners elsewhere to ensure the price remains low. It's best suited to smart-phone newbies who want to get Android on the cheap. Read more
27 July 2011 by Damien McFerran
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