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CNET UK > Reviews > Mobile Phones and Apps > Mobile Phones
Samsung Galaxy Y review
The Samsung Galaxy Y is an okay starter smart phone for kids but budget Androids are getting better so shop around before you buy. Read more
13 April 2012 by Natasha Lomas
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Huawei Ascend G510 review
The Huawei Ascend G510 boasts a big screen and it's cheap as chips, but its clunky bloatware and lack of power mean it should be avoided. Read more
17 April 2013 by Andrew Hoyle
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LG Optimus L3 review
The LG Optimus L3 is very cheap on pay as you go, but its tiny low-res screen will never let you forget exactly how little you spent on it. Read more
9 August 2012 by Natasha Lomas
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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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Nokia C2-01 review
The Nokia C2-01 is a simple, likeable and cheap phone. It also offers a surprising number of features that are normally absent at this price, including 3G connectivity. Read more
18 March 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Nokia Asha 311 review
The Nokia Asha 311 runs old technology masked by a lick of paint to try and pass it off as a serious competitor to slicker phone OSes. Read more
28 August 2012 by Natasha Lomas
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Samsung Galaxy Mini review
The Samsung Galaxy Mini won't suit demanding smart-phone users. But this cheap and cheerful addition to the Galaxy stable is a viable option for newcomers to the Android scene. Read more
12 May 2011 by Damien McFerran
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BlackBerry Curve 9360 review
The BlackBerry Curve 9360's design is sharper than a Savile Row suit and its Qwerty keyboard is the best yet, but check out Android phones before you buy. Read more
17 November 2011 by Damien McFerran
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HTC Wildfire S review
With a better screen and more alluring design, the Wildfire S builds on its popular predecessor. The phone remains underpowered, but is still a compact and pocket-friendly Android handset. Read more
5 May 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Motorola Defy Mini review
Raw power is lacking, but the dinky Motorola Defy Mini offers a cheap yet tough package that should prove ideal for younger owners. Read more
1 May 2012 by Damien McFerran
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