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Top 10 mobile phones of August

Sony Ericsson's is-it-a-camera-or-a-phone K750i takes out the number one spot again with Nokia's premium 8800 rocketing up behind it to come in at number three.

Jeremy Roche
Hi, I look after product development for CBS Interactive in Sydney - which lets me develop a range of websites including CNET Australia, TV.com and ZDNet Australia.
Jeremy Roche
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Most popular mobile phones of August
Sony Ericsson's is-it-a-camera-or-a-phone K750i takes out the number one spot again with Nokia's premium 8800 rocketing up behind it to come in at number three.

Aside from the 2-megapixel K750i, Sony Ericsson recently launched its Walkman W800i phone, to much fanfare in Sydney with Australian Idol Anthony Callea showing up for the occasion. We've got our hands on a review model of the W800i at the moment for testing so stay tuned to CNET.com.au for the full review this week.

Nokia is no stranger to a extravagant launches, either. Nokia set sail to its high-end 8800 by inviting 88 Australian celebs along to a lavish bash at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Circular Quay, with guests such as fashion designer Collette Dinnigan and chef Tetsuya Wakuda being served up an assortment of cocktails made by barman of the year Marco Faraone. With the continual raising of the bar in terms of showy shindigs for fashion phones, we wonder if Motorola will trump the other manufacturers when the 3G-enabled Razr V3x, which is already the fourth most popular phone on our site, is released later this year?

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Note: Results are based on readership statistics for each product.

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1.

Sony Ericsson K750i

With a 2-megapixel camera, MP3 playback, FM radio, video recording, Bluetooth, 32MB of internal memory and a 64MB Memory Stick thrown in, Sony Ericsson's K750i might be the hottest phone of 2005.

Reader Opinion
This phone is awesome. Nothing on the market can match it. Who needs an extra FLASH? the phone has a bright in built light plus night mode camera. Tip: If u already have a Sony Digital camera simply stick the memory stick in it and transfer ur files over from computer/laptop.
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2.

O2 Xda II Mini

If you want a smart phone but want to avoid unsightly pocket bulges, you could do well to consider O2's slimmed down XDA II mini.

Reader Opinion
Excellent phone but stylus has to be used always.Lot of functions and that makes the price worth it..I guess its better than any other PDA phone.
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3.

Nokia 8800

Only if you've big bucks to unload or want to be among the few flashing a premium-priced phone.

Reader Opinion
This phone is obviously intended for a very specific audience. If you own B&O audio and video gear (which I do), drive a brand new german auto (which i do) and live in hollywood (which i do), then this is the perfect phone.
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4.

Motorola Razr V3x



Based on the design of the Motorola RAZR V3, the slightly thicker V3x is a 3G-enabled handset with a 2-megapixel camera, Bluetooth and an MP3 player. It is scheduled for release locally in the third quarter of 2005.

Reader Opinion
I have had a Motorola V3 since it was available and have found it to be the best mobile I have bought to date. I cannot wait for the release and will be buying one for myself and my partener as soon as they are available.
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5.

Sony Ericsson W800i

Sony Ericsson first Walkman-branded mobile phone boasts up to 30 hours of MP3 playback and a whopping 512MB Memory Stick is thrown in for storage. It also sports a 2-megapixel camera for video and stills.

Reader Opinion
As a Walkmaan, It ROCKS! As a camera, it competes!! And as a Mobile, believe me, it's the best! Bluetooth, IrDA, 2MB camera w/ flash, Torch, remote control, radio, video & sound recorder,...
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6. 

Motorola Razr V3 
 
The graceful Motorola V3 is the thinnest clamshell to date and a stunningly crafted mobile for style-conscious individuals and professionals alike.

Reader Opinion  
After trying to find the right phone for myself for a while now, I came apon this beauty and I have no need to look further. Sexy, Sleek and a total update of the phone I have now - I simply can't wait to get it.
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7. 

Samsung D500
 
Samsung's latest slider phone, the D500, looks a lot like its sliding predecessor, but comes in a black case with a megapixel camera and an MP3 player.

Reader Opinion
I think this phone is great. I have had no issues with the quality of photos. I think 96mb is plenty of space for what I need -- I don't want/need to be carrying around 400 songs on my phone, nor do I expect to take award winning movie footage of anything with it.
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8. 

Sony Ericsson K300i 
 
Sony Ericsson's K300i is a cute little triband handset with a VGA camera, 12MB of internal memory, a media player and Java games.

Reader Opinion  
It's virtually amazing a little thing smaller than a hand with vga, unlimited video, java and mp3 player.
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9. 

Samsung E730 
 
Samsung has updated its popular E700 clamshell mobile phone, adding Bluetooth, a megapixel camera and support for MP3 playback.

Reader Opinion  
What a fantastic phone i reckon, haven't been able to put it down. It has a clear screen, great camera, light to carry, small and can play mp3's.
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10. 

Sony Ericsson T290i
 
First time buyers or users seeking to upgrade from an old mobile phone should give the T290i a look. It's a good basic phone with a very basic price.

Reader Opinion
Great Cheapie! good cheap phone with Real Tone colour wallpapers, just dont go looking for games there isnt many.. BTW i have 1 and think its great
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