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|  |  |  **10 most popular Asian phones**By CNET staff(Updated August 16, 2004)Courtesy of our sister site, CNETAsia, here in priority are August's 10 most popular cell phones in the stores now. (Editor's note: Results are based on reader and telephone polls conducted with various retailers in Singapore.)**1.****Sony Ericsson K700i**          **The good:** Classy executive design; top-notch finish; VGA camera with photo light; MP3 player; FM radio; speakerphone. **The bad:** No expansion slot; sporadic pauses. **The bottom line:** More than just an incremental upgrade, the K700i addresses numerous imperfections in past models to deliver a winning blend of style, design and unparalleled multimedia.  **Read review****2.****Nokia 6230** **The good:** Classy executive design; video-capable VGA camera; MP3 playback; FM radio; Bluetooth and infrared; MMC expansion slot. **The bad:** Small display; buggy. **The bottom line:** While we're astounded by this Nokia's multimedia abilities and connectivity options, the screen and dodgy software leave an unpleasant aftertaste. **Read review** | **Check prices****3.****Nokia 7610**          **The good:** Unorthodox design; 1-megapixel camera; RS-MMC expansion slot. **The bad:** Mono audio output; occasional lag; pricey. **The bottom line:** This handset impresses by fusing fashion with function, but oversights such as the lack of stereo audio output disappoint. **Read review****4.****Panasonic X70** **The good:** Attractive design; bright, beautiful display; Bluetooth-enabled. **The bad:** Short battery life; low photo resolution; minor stability issues. **The bottom line:** The Panasonic X70 is a gorgeous mobile marred by limited photo resolution, minor stability issues, and the lack of Java; it fails to live up to the hype of its formidable predecessor. **Read review** | **Check prices******5.****Motorola E398** **The good:** Understated style; bright 65,000-color screen; 3D stereo sound; VGA camera with photo light; external storage; solid battery life. **The bad:** Jerky video playback; no video recording; no FM radio. **The bottom line:** The Motorola E398 with its host of features is well suited for sophisticated mobile users, while its smart outlook will appeal to executives. **Read review****6.****Sony Ericsson T630** **The good:** Stylish new design; full featured. **The bad:** Software remains a tad slow; significantly pricier than the T610. **The bottom line:** The new Sony Ericsson T630, despite the fresh design and new display, really isn't too different from the T610. But given how good the latter was, that's not such a bad thing at all. **Read review** | **Check prices****7.****Nokia 5140**          **The good:** Splash- and shock-resistant design; rich feature set; long battery life. **The bad:** Primitive screen; lackluster polyphony. **The bottom line:** Rugged looks coupled with enhanced resistance against the elements make this handset a good companion for the careless and sporty. **Read review******8.****Samsung SGH-E700** **The good:** Fashionable design; excellent display and polyphony; solid VGA camera with effective Night mode; huge 9MB of memory. **The bad:** Lacks triband and Bluetooth; quirky user interface; no programmable shortcut keys. **The bottom line:** An exceptional blend of looks, features, and performance, the Samsung SGH-E700 is a top bet for anyone after a compact and stylish camera phone. **Read review****9.****Motorola V80** **The good:** Unique swivel design; sharp TFT; top-grade finish; Bluetooth; MP3 ring tones; sound-activated rhythm lights; landscape imaging.  **The bad:** Quirky message engine; no infrared; lacks video recording. **The bottom line:** This head-turning Motorola V80 delivers the right blend of looks, style, and technology. **Read review****10.****Samsung SGH-E600** **The good:** Petite VGA camera-phone; 64-chord polyphony; video recording with audio; excellent battery life. **The bad:** Uninspiring design that resembles previous models; moderately high price tag; lacks speakerphone. **The bottom line:** This diminutive E600 is a beautifully designed phone with Samsung's trademark winning formula of a small footprint while packing in good functionality. **Read review****Photo & Video Weekly** **On The Go Weekly** **Shopper Weekly Newsletter** **CNET TechSpecials** **Surveys** **IT Professionals** **IT Management** **Small Business Owners** **Manage My Newsletters**TVsMusicCell phonesCamerasGamesHandheldsDesktopsNotebooksPeripheralsMore »CNET.com: Help |How to advertise |Partner Opportunities |Feedback |Corrections |Featured services: IT Jobs | Free IT Downloads | Learn Software | Digital Cameras | Hardware ClearanceCNET.com |CNET Download.com |CNET News.com |CNET Reviews |CNET Shopper.comGameSpot |  MP3.com |  mySimon |  Search.com |  TechRepublic |  Webshots |  ZDNet |  International SitesAbout CNET Networks | JobsCopyright ©1995-2004 CNET Networks, Inc. All Rights Reserved.Privacy Policy |Terms of Use**** |
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