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This week’s most coveted phonesBy Ben Patterson, 5 May 2006
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Samsung SGH-T509
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Gettin’ hot in here: Samsung’s super-slim SGH-T509, the new BlackBerry 8700g for T-Mobile, a pair of smokin’ Helio phones, and the ever-elusive Q.

Samsung SGH-T509    Similar models »
Score: 77% When: May 2006 - $200 Carrier: T-Mobile
Thin is in: Samsung’s new, flyweight candybar phone is a mere 9.8 mm thick. Can its dazzling looks make up for some so-so features? Ben Patterson reviews the SGH-T509.
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Samsung SGH-T509
RIM BlackBerry 8700g    Similar models »
Score: 50% When: April 2006 Worth: $150 Carrier: T-Mobile
T-Mobile refreshes its BlackBerry lineup with the new 8700g, which recently made its debut at CTIA. Does it measure up to its RIM brethren? Ben Patterson renders his verdict.
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RIM BlackBerry 8700g
Helio Hero    Similar models »
Score: 71% When: May 2006 Worth: $275 Carrier: Helio
This bulky black-and-silver slider – the second of two EV-DO handsets from virtual carrier Helio – boasts a 2-megapixel camera, streaming video and the ability to post photos on MySpace. Can the Hero soar above its 3G competitors?
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Helio Hero
Helio Kickflip    Similar models »
Score: 70% When: May 2006 Worth: $250 Carrier: Helio
This 3G bi-directional spinner boasts integration with MySpace, streaming video playback and the ability to "gift," "beg" for or "rent" games and other content. Ben Patterson takes the Kickflip for a test drive.
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Helio Kickflip
Motorola Q    Similar models »
Score: 60% When: May 2006 Worth: $150 - $300 Carrier: Verizon Wireless
After almost a year, the sleek and slim Q – the thinnest smartphone on the market with a QWERTY thumbboard – has finally arrived. Was it worth the wait?
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Motorola Q
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