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Best Nokia phones of the yearBy Sindre Lia, 27 December 2007
Thinner feature phones and more powerful multimedia smartphones have been added to Nokia's portfolio this year. Which ones impressed us the most?

Nokia N95    Similar models »
Score: 80% When: April 2007 Worth: $530 Carrier: Unlocked
The phone that can do everything comes to the U.S., with GPS navigation, a 5-megapixel camera and a unique dual-slide design. Is it the best phone we've seen?
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Nokia N95
Nokia N82    Similar models »
When: November 2007 Worth: $350
We get a special look at Nokia's newest N-series handset, the N82, with advanced camera features. Would it sway us from the venerable N95? Philip Berne reports from Amsterdam
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Nokia N82
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
Nokia E90    Similar models »
When: June 2007 Worth: $750
We open up Nokia's super-wide QWERTY clamshell, with its huge keypad and loads of features. Is it worth cramming into your pocket?
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Nokia E90
Nokia N75    Similar models »
Score: 55% When: February 2007 Worth: $100 Carrier: AT&T
The long wait for the N-series little brother is over, as the UMTS-enabled N75 finally makes its way to AT&T. Does it live up to the standard set by the feature-packed Nokia N95?
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Nokia N75
Nokia N81 8GB    Similar models »
When: October 2007 Worth: $450
We've spent some time with the Nokia N81 8GB at the CTIA show floor; read on to find out what we think about Nokia's latest music phone.
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Nokia N81 8GB
Nokia E51    Similar models »
When: September 2007 Worth: $350
Featuring Wi-Fi, HSDPA and Quad-band GSM support, the slim Nokia E51 will be a compelling choice in the business phone market.
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Nokia E51
Nokia 6086    Similar models »
Score: 53% When: June 2007 Worth: $Free Carrier: T-Mobile
With Wi-Fi and GSM, the Nokia 6086 can move seamlessly from internet-based calling to standard cell networks on T-Mobile's new UMA service.
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Nokia 6086
Nokia 5300 XpressMusic    Similar models »
Score: 56% When: January 2007 Worth: $Free Carrier: T-Mobile
With stereo Bluetooth, dedicated music buttons and a sporty design, the Nokia 5300 boldly declares itself a music phone. Will it replace your MP3 player as well as your phone?
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Nokia 5300 XpressMusic
Nokia 6555    Similar models »
Score: 54% When: September 2007 Worth: $50 - $175 Carrier: AT&T
Nokia says their stylish multimedia flip phone can do a lot of fancy things. But was the multimedia experience at all worthwhile?
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Nokia 6555
Nokia 6263    Similar models »
When: December 2007 Worth: $100 Carrier: T-Mobile
Aiming to attract more casual users, Nokia today announced a new Series 40 feature phone for T-Mobile's network.
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Nokia 6263
Nokia E65    Similar models »
When: February 2007 Worth: $500
The slim slider features 3G networking over WCDMA and WLAN connectivity for VOIP calling.
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Nokia E65
Nokia 6500    Similar models »
When: September 2007 Worth: $400 Carrier: Unlocked
Featuring a 3.2 Megapixel camera and video calling, the sleek Nokia 6500 slider could become another Nokia hit.
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Nokia 6500
Nokia 8600 Luna    Similar models »
When: June 2007 Worth: $800
We took a close look at a pre-production Luna, the classy new slider from Nokia that updates the Nokia 8800 fashion phone.
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Nokia 8600 Luna
Nokia 7900    Similar models »
When: December 2007 Worth: $550
Nokia's stylish new fashion phone misses the mark a bit in our hands on time. But were there any redeeming qualities?
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Nokia 7900
Best Multimedia smartphones
Name Score Price Carrier
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Nokia N95 8GB NAM 85% $650Unlocked
Apple iPhone 3G 82% $200AT&T
Nokia N95 80% $530Unlocked
Nokia N78 76% $500Unlocked
RIM BlackBerry Curve 8330 (Sprint) 74% $200Sprint
Helio Ocean 72% $200Helio
RIM BlackBerry Curve 8330 (Verizon Wireless) 69% $200Verizon Wireless
RIM Blackberry Curve 64% $200AT&T
Nokia N76 60% $500Unlocked
Motorola Q9m (Verizon Wireless) 58% $130Verizon Wireless
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