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CNET UK > Reviews > Mobile Phones and Apps > Mobile Phones
Huawei Ascend G300 review
The Huawei Ascend G300 is the new star on the Android bargain block. You'll be hard-pressed to make your money go further. Read more
17 April 2012 by Natasha Lomas
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Alcatel OT-282 review
The Alcatel OT-282 is a decent budget option for elderly people who want a simple mobile, but the Vodafone 155 offers the same for less. Read more
6 March 2012 by Natasha Lomas
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Vodafone 155 review
The Vodafone 155 no-frills phone has big buttons, an SOS emergency key and hearing-aid compatibility -- all for just £25 on pay as you go. Read more
21 February 2012 by Natasha Lomas
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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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LG S310 review
While the LG S310's lack of 3G and the poor screen are disappointing, the lush design and impressive battery stamina make this worth a look. Read more
11 August 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Mojo Chat review
The Mojo Chat aims to be a BlackBerry on a budget, but it's just cheap and nasty. It feels like it should be given away with a pack of cereal. Avoid it as you would a punch in the face. Read more
8 August 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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Vodafone Smart review
The Vodafone Smart is a ludicrously cheap Android smart phone. When you consider that it retails for almost a tenth of the price of some top-range Android devices, it's easy to forgive its shortcomings. Read more
28 June 2011 by Damien McFerran
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Vodafone Emporia RL1 review
Striking a blow for simplicity over complexity, the Vodafone Emporia RL1 is sure to be a hit with those who want nothing more than to talk and text, but the price is a little steep. Read more
17 June 2011 by Damien McFerran
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LG A140 review
The super-cheap LG A140 looks good on paper, but it's let down by poor multimedia capabilities and a dismal screen. You have to accept some compromises in a phone of this price, though. Read more
21 January 2011 by Damien McFerran
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