03.Profiles
The following models perform well in various categories, but if you want one to specifically suit your needs and budget, look at the results table.
Best overall
Samsung SGH-G600 (GSM)
Price: $515
Good points
- Very good SMS performance.
- Five megapixel camera.
- Easily accessible removable memory card.
- Can charge the phone via a USB port.
- Can use standard stereo headphones.
Bad points
- Music player can be confusing.
Good overall
Sony Ericsson W880i (3G & GSM)
Price: $899
Good points
- Very lightweight.
- Bluetooth stereo support.
- Can use standard stereo headphones.
- Easy to transfer photos to a PC.
- Can use phone as a removable drive.
Bad points
- Two megapixel resolution only good enough for postcard-sized prints.
Best for music
Sony Ericsson W660i (3G & GSM)
Price: $599
Good points
- Has two sets of music player keys, one on the keyboard and one on the side of the phone.
- Easily accessible removable memory card.
- Standard headphone jack
- Can use phone as a removable drive.
Bad points
- Cursor control small fiddly and imprecise.
Good for music
Sony Ericsson W610i (3G & GSM)
Price: $499
Good points
- Has two sets of music player keys, one on the keyboard and one on the side of the phone.
- Easily accessible removable memory card easily accessible.
- Standard headphone jack.
- Can use phone as a removable drive.
Bad points
- Thin, hard keys can be uncomfortable to use.
Best for photography
Nokia N73 (3G & GSM)
Price: $629
Good points
- Has two lenses, one for photos and one for video.
- Easily accessible removable memory card easily accessible.
Bad points
- Music player difficult to use.
Best basic model
Nokia 2626 (GSM)
Price: $109
Good points
- Inexpensive.
- Very good call handling.
- Very good battery performance.
- Standard headphone jack.
Bad points
- Dual mode means limited support when travelling overseas.
- No Bluetooth.
- No music player.
- No camera.
Where provided, prices are recommended retail, according to manufacturers in December 2007.