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The best phones of CES 2007By Ben Patterson, 15 January 2007
Mobile TV finally gets real with the swiveling LG VX9400. Plus: the Linux-powered MOTOMING, the sleek RIZR Z6, the dual-display Samsung SGH-F500 and more.

MediaFlo-enabled phone with swiveling display
LG VX9400    Similar models »
When: March 2007 Worth: $200 Carrier: Verizon
LG's slim new swivel is the first of its form in the U.S. market, offering TV streaming via Verizon Wireless' new MediaFlo network.
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LG VX9400


Linux-powered clamshell with EDGE, touch screen
Motorola MOTOMING    Similar models »
When: June 2007 Worth: $400
The flip-open MOTOMING looks like an accessory from "Star Trek", and it backs up its good looks with a Linux-based OS, stereo Bluetooth and a talking dictionary.
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Motorola MOTOMING


Smoother sliding action, Windows Media Player synching
Motorola MOTOROKR Z6    Similar models »
When: June 2007 Worth: $400
An update of the RIZR Z3, the upcoming Z6 has a glossier shell and lets you sync with Windows Media Player; no 3G, though.
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Motorola MOTOROKR Z6


Slim and light multimedia phone
Nokia N76    Similar models »
Score: 60% When: June 2007 Worth: $500 Carrier: Unlocked
Nokia's answer to the RAZR is similar to the N75, but comes unlocked at a premium price. Does the lack of carrier support, or interference, affect the device?
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Nokia N76


Dual-sided video handset with DivX support
Samsung SGH-F500    Similar models »
When: September 2007 Worth: $500
Samsung's slim video player handles divx movies with two screens and a unique swiveling design.
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Samsung SGH-F500
Best Multimedia phones
Name Score Price Carrier
C
Sony Ericsson W760 72% $360Unlocked
Samsung Instinct 72% $230Sprint
LG Chocolate 3 71% $100Verizon Wireless
Nokia 5310 XpressMusic 70% $50T-Mobile
LG Muziq 67% $150Sprint
Nokia 5610 XpressMusic 67% $100T-Mobile
LG VX8550 Chocolate 66% $100Verizon Wireless
Sony Ericsson W580i 66% $80AT&T
LG Decoy VX8610 65% $180Verizon Wireless
Helio Fin 64% $125Helio
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