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CNET UK > Reviews > Mobile Phones and Apps > Mobile Phones
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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Huawei G7002 review
It may be outperformed by other cheap touchscreen phones, and the resistive display is something of a let-down, but the Huawei G7002 has one massive advantage on its side -- price. Read more
4 November 2010 by Damien McFerran
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Motorola Moto WX295 review
With a VGA camera, microSD card support, Bluetooth and a cool design, the Motorola Moto WX295 effortlessly differentiates itself from its budget brethren. The lack of 3G connectivity and poor Web browsing are unfortunate drawbacks, but these are easily forgiven when you consider the generally humble standard of the competition. Read more
21 October 2010 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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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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Alcatel OT-255 review
For email access on a shoestring, the Alcatel OT-255 has no peer. Its Qwerty keyboard is a joy to use, allowing you to compose text messages and email missives with ease. The phone's biggest shortcomings are its lack of other key features, poor connectivity options and a rather unappealing exterior. Read more
8 October 2010 by Damien McFerran
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Samsung E2121 review
Samsung's latest low-cost mobile, the E2121, takes the same stance as its cheap predecessors and adds some impressive functionality, offering budget buyers music playback, expandable storage and limited photographic opportunities. Read more
9 November 2010 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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Orange Rio 2 review
A full Qwerty keyboard, 3G data and a startlingly low price make the Orange Rio II ideal for budget buyers who want a BlackBerry-style experience. Read more
27 July 2011 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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