Our favorite candy-bar cell phones

The majority of cell phones on the market are either candy bar-style models or flip phones. Each form factor has its proponents, and those who crave candy bar handsets usually appreciate the way they look and feel. They more closely resemble a traditional phone, and they tend to be sturdier and more ruggedly built. Our favorite candy bar-style phones run the gamut from basic to advanced and here's an assortment of our top picks.

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	1.	Nokia 6300   CNET Asia rating: 8.3 out of 10 The good: Slim design; sharp color screen; easy-to-use keypad; slick-looking user interface that keeps it simple. The bad: No auto-focus or flash on the camera; lack of 3G connectivity. The bottom line: While this isn't the most advanced handset out there, it has a strong casing, a decent all-round feature set and an elegant, straightforward design. This is Nokia at its best. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	2.	Samsung SGH-E590   CNET Asia rating: 8 out of 10 The good: Contoured; clean lines; sits beautifully in hand; 3-megapixel camera with autofocus; feature-packed for its size; solid build quality. The bad: No flashlight; headset port awkwardly positioned; sound quality affected by speaker vibration; so-so camera snaps. The bottom line: It's simple to use, it's elegantly tiny, it has real buttons, and it's no small fry in the features department. Oh, yes, it doesn't look like any Samsung or any designer phone out there for that matter. What's not to like? Review | See full specs | Rate this
	3.	Samsung Ultra Edition 8.4       CNET Asia rating: 8 out of 10 The good: Slim, sleek design; 3G; microSD card expansion slot; supports Bluetooth stereo; 2-megapixel camera; solid build quality; vibrant display. The bad: Average battery life; no FM radio; no second battery (like the Ultra Edition 6.9); one port for charging, earphone and USB; exposed lens design. The bottom line: Samsung's latest 3G handset will appeal to those who want an ultra-slim phone but aren't willing to compromise on functionality. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	4.	Sony Ericsson K810i   CNET Asia rating: 7.9 out of 10 The good: Auto-focus and xenon flash on camera; new and improved camera cover. The bad: Keys are a little too small on the keypad; Web browser could be better; no killer extra features over predecessor. The bottom line: It's a good camera phone, but it lacks the wow factor of its predecessors. If you already own a K800i then it's not worth upgrading, although others will want to check it out. Review | See full specs | Rate this
	5.	Sony Ericsson W880i   CNET Asia rating: 7.7 out of 10 The good: Slim, attractive design; solid build quality; bundled with a 1GB memory card; 3G; loud speakers; sharp image captures. The bad: Camera lacks autofocus and flash; buttons are too small; no FM radio; tinny sound quality. The bottom line: The W880i is slim, sexy and surprisingly packed with features. If you can look past its tiny keys and tinsy sound, this is one music-phone that's worth a closer look. Review | See full specs | Rate this