Mobiledia editors see a lot of phones. And every quarter, they ask themselves, "What cell phones would we want to slip in our own pockets?" Scouring the latest mobile devices on the market, special attention was paid to design, features, functions, as well as value. What they came up with in the end was the Mobiledia Editors' Choice Award for best overall cell phones.

Not every cell phone is right for everyone, and that's why the Editors' Choice list is so diverse. Considering a wide variety of demographics, the best devices were chosen in a broad range to ensure everyone can find a cell phone that best fits them, from the businessman on the road to the party animal in the club.

Cell phones chosen for the Editors' Choice Award were selected from devices at the time of release. Thus older phones may be lacking compared to newer devices. Please make note of the release date.

	Samsung FlipShot (U900) Released: Q4 2007 CDMA 800 / 1900 262000 colors 240 x 320 px screen Talk: 3.50 hr Standby: 250 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Released for Verizon Wireless, the Samsung FlipShot uses a unique twisting design to snap photos. At first it looks first like a phone but when the screen is rotated 180 degrees, turns into a camera with a high resolution screen with features such as a flash and in-camera photo editing software. Allowing photo enthusiasts to take high-resolution pictures of a similar print quality as a standalone digital camera, the Samsung FlipShot offers an integrated 3.0-megapixel camera with autofocus, zoom, and video recording capabilities. Other media features from Verizon Wireless include VCAST Video to view high-quality shows and VCAST Music to download music directly to the phone... [More Details]
	LG Chocolate (VX8550) Released: Q3 2007 CDMA 800 / 1900 262000 colors 240 x 320 px screen Talk: 4.17 hr Standby: 350 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Slimmer and sleeker than the original Chocolate (VX8500), the new LG Chocolate (VX8550) has a vibrating touch keypad and a new Navigation Wheel with Trace Motion light. The wheel allows for easy navigation through phone functions, as well as quick and simple functionality while browsing music and videos. Ideal for VCAST Music customers who want a mobile music device, the Chocolate offers advanced multimedia features such as a microSD memory slot that supports up to a 4 GB card, a music player, a powerful speaker for music and dedicated keys for easy access to stored music. The Chocolate is also VCAST-capable and compatible with VZ Navigator, the Verizon's location-based service that provides turn-by-turn directions to more than 14 million destinations and points of interest throughout the U.S... [More Details]
	Motorola RAZR2 V9 Released: Q3 2007 GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / UMTS 2100 262000 colors 240 x 320 px screen Talk: 3.25 hr Standby: 260 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Released for AT&T, the Motorola RAZR2 V9 defines the next trend in 3G. Composed of materials include vacuum metal finishes and two-tone soft touch housing, the RAZR2 V9's stainless steel frame make it durable and resilient - helping to ensure an ultra-thin shape with a strong structure. At 2.0-inches, the RAZR2 V9 boasts the largest external screen in its class, giving owners the option to play music via touch-sensitive music keys, without ever opening the phone. Additionally, consumers can share their video instantaneously with the 'See What I See' capability, where customers can stream live video footage to another user while a call is in progress. And with twice the resolution as the original RAZR, owners can watch the video on the RAZR2 V9's large internal screen. Offering CrystalTalk technology, the RAZR2 V9 automatically accounts for background noise and adjusts the audio to match the ambient volume so consumers will be heard in a crowd. HSDPA technology lets users connect to the Internet at 3.6 Mbps, while the RAZR2 V9's integrated digital music player supports a wide variety of audio formats and the 2.0-megapixel camera with 8x digital zoom ensures consumers get the best shot... [More Details]
	Sony Ericsson W580i Released: Q3 2007 GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 262000 colors 240 x 320 px screen Talk: 9.00 hr Standby: 370 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Highlighted by orange accents, the Sony Ericsson W580i is illuminated in the dark with light effects along the side that change as users navigate the Walkman music player. The slim form factor hides a Walkman 2.0 music player, making it simple to organize and play favorite tunes. The Disc2Phone music management software and USB cable included in the box allow for easy transfer of music to and from a PC. Listeners can also tune to their favorite radio programming as the W580i offers an RDS-FM radio. Additionally, the TrackID feature makes it easy to identify music tracks not recognized. For impromptu photos, the W580i integrates a 2.0-megapixel camera, also functioning as a portable photo album and pocket gaming device. Fast connectivity allows users to access picture blogging and instant messaging... [More Details]
	Apple iPhone Released: Q2 2007 GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 16700000 colors 320 x 480 px screen Talk: 8.00 hr Standby: 250 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Released for AT&T, the Apple iPhone combines three products - a mobile phone, a widescreen iPod with touch controls, and an Internet communication device with email, web browsing, searching and maps - into one small and lightweight handheld. Offering an entirely new user interface the iPhone integrates a large multi-touch display and new software, letting users control iPhone with just their fingers. The iPhone allows users to make calls by pointing at a name or number... [More Details]
	LG VX8700 Released: Q2 2007 CDMA 800 / 1900 262000 colors 240 x 320 px screen Talk: 3.33 hr Standby: 240 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Highlighted by an ultra-thin shape, sleek metal finish, and mirror-like screen, the LG VX8700 offers multimedia features such as access Verizon Wireless' VCAST Music and Video, Get It Now and Mobile Web 2.0. The LG VX8700 complements its entertainment capabilities with mobile features that consumers have come to expect, featuring VCAST for music and video, Bluetooth capabilities, a 2.0-megapixel camera and camcorder, and a microSD memory port for storage. Fom music lovers, Verizon Wireless customers can download from a selection of more than 1.5 million songs in the VCAST Music library and listen to the latest hits right on their phones. The external microSD memory card slot allows customers to easily move their music from their computers directly to the phones. In addition, customers pair the LG VX8700 with a Bluetooth stereo headset for a wireless music experience... [More Details]
	Nokia N76 Released: Q2 2007 GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / WCDMA 2100 16700000 colors 240 x 320 px screen Talk: 2.75 hr Standby: 204 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Holding up to 1500 tracks, the Nokia N76 works with industry standard 3.5 mm headphones and supports the popular Windows Media DRM for optimal use. Viewing the 2.4-inch, up to 16 million color screen in landscape mode brings a familiar feel to surfing the web on a mobile. With Nokia Mobile Search local services, restaurants, bars, shops or just about anything else is quick at hand. The N76 integrates a 2.0-megapixel camera to capture, zoom and review pictures. With up to 2 GB of expandable memory, users have ample storage for high-quality multimedia... [More Details]
	Samsung A727 Released: Q2 2007 GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / UMTS 850 / 1900 65000 colors 220 x 176 px screen Talk: 4.00 hr Standby: 250 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: The Samsung SGH-A727 is an AT&T 3G capable device for users who prefer bar style handsets. As one of the slimmest bar phone currently in the U.S., measuring just 0.35-inches, the SGH-A727 was selected as an International CES Innovations 2007 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree. Packed with multimedia features, the SGH-A727 allows for high-speed music, video and data downloads over HSDPA technology. The phone also integrates a 1.3-megapixel camera with video capture, MP3 player, Bluetooth 2.0 technology, speakerphone, voice recognition and expandable memory slot. In addition, the SGH-A727 offers a wide-screen, landscape-oriented display, making it an excellent device for viewing messages, video and photos... [More Details]
	Samsung UpStage (M620) Released: Q2 2007 CDMA 800 / 1900 262000 colors 176 x 220 px screen Talk: 6.30 hr Standby: 0 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Released for Sprint, the Samsung UpStage (SPH-M620) is a complete music player with an innovative design. A union of slim style and function, the UpStage adds an added twist: dual LCD screens. An LCD is featured on each side of the device. One side offers a smaller screen and dialing keypad for making phone calls, contact entry and cell phone menu functions. The reverse side has a large LCD and a dedicated touch sensitive pad, serving as the music player for MP3 and WMA files and multimedia menu functions. The UpStage is equipped with a digital power amp, which offers a dedicated music user interface that makes it easy to navigate through song lists. Additionally, it has Quick PC Sync, allowing users to create a music library and customized play lists. In addition to dedicated music features, the UpStage includes a 1.3-megapixel camera, extended battery life and Bluetooth technology... [More Details]
	LG VX9400 Released: Q1 2007 CDMA 800 / 1900 262000 colors 240 x 320 px screen Talk: 3.58 hr Standby: 288 hr Cam: 3G: MP3: BT: Released for Verizon Wireless, the LG VX9400 offers new cutting-edge features including access to VCAST Music and Video, Get It Now and Mobile Web 2.0, plus get Bluetooth capabilities and a 1.3-megapixel camera / camcorder. The LG VX9400's easy-to-use multitasking capability, users can take calls, messages, and when they hang up, go right back to enjoying their program - just like if they were to step away from the television set during a program for a minute or two at home... [More Details]
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