• Top 10 Multimedia Phones

    Top 10 Multimedia Phones

    Prasad Naik, Aug 21, 2009 1600 hrs IST

    We list the best multimedia phones that are available today

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Multimedia phones have become a rage these days. People aren't thrilled with the idea of carrying multiple devices but prefer one device that can do the job of all these separate devices. Phone manufacturers know this better than anyone else and have flooded the market with all sorts of multimedia phones that cater to a wide range of people and their choices. 




However, it is important to sort the wheat from the chaff and buy the best that you can get, instead of just plonking for whatever the salesman thinks is best for you. This is where Techtree comes in, as we list out the top 10 multimedia phones that you can buy today. As a bonus we have also thrown in a small list of phones that you should be looking out for in the weeks to come.




Nokia 5130 XpressMusic



The younger brother of the bestselling Nokia 5310 XpressMusic, The Nokia 5130 incorporates nearly all facets of its older brother, save the slim design. It has a QVGA display, which is a rarity in this segment. A 3.5mm headphone jack and dedicated music key makes it crystal clear that when it comes to playing music this phone means business. The superb audio quality just confirms it. This is basically the best music phone that you can buy for as little as Rs. 5,000 and one that will finally rid you of having to carry around your iPod.

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(39) Comments
nirav
,valsad, on May 04, 2010 04:31 PM
anyone who is buying from this list go for w995.... extraordinary allround phone,i m using it from 6 months and no problems at all it has got all u need.... 8mpx cam 8 gb memory 2.6 inch display 3.5 mm audio jack(this is the only sony mobile with it) led torch/flash bluetooth,3g,wifi,edge, 2 speakers,dedicated walkman buttons slide stand for watching videos best of all its the top end walkman phone what else does any one need? dualsim?then better go for china mobiles..........
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tanya
,Delhi, on Nov 23, 2009 01:39 PM
i want to buy a good phone.....in 4000 to 6000........good music and camera...........
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Neeraj
,Gurgaon, on Feb 04, 2010 11:32 AM
arey tanya yar itne mein to kuch bhi nahi aaiga. you need to esclate your budget. i have just bought nokia 5800 and believe it or not.It is a phone with extraordinary qualities. this phone has been made following the i-phone features. thanks and Regards Neeraj sharma 9654846996
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Jay
,Pune, on Nov 05, 2009 04:31 PM
How about W705? Any suggestions on this phone ?
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Jayanta
,Rourkela, on Nov 01, 2009 06:41 PM
I want to buy cheap & Most quality 3G & 3 MP Camera with flash Mobile Phone
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Jatinder Jeet S
,Delhi, on Oct 22, 2009 09:33 AM
I have been using this phone frm last 4 months now. I m satisfied with all the package you are getting with this phone. But 1 drawback, the earphones which i got with phone, didnt work from day 1 which ws finally corrected, bt still its a good package.
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sohail
,bhopal , on Oct 18, 2009 05:46 PM
the phone is good
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k4ce
,Hyderabad, on Oct 11, 2009 12:24 AM
I'm really disappointed ... You missed out one or more of the smash hits of the season .... Lg cookie or samsung star should have definately made the list ... And definately if not for those two, atleast the 5800xm ... Possibly one of the best ones for music along with wifi gps et all ... and a decent 3mp camera ... Sorry to say this , but an under par article....
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sudhaka v
,Eluru, on Sep 22, 2009 10:57 PM
plz sugest 3g smart touch phone around Rs.10000 to Rs.15000. best features phone.
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SachinK
,Pune, on Oct 07, 2009 08:23 AM
Go for Samsung F480 or Star 3G. Or wait to Nokia 5530 to arrive.
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Ronald
,Bangalore, on Sep 19, 2009 05:24 PM
When will Samsung OmniaPRO B7610 come to India?
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Manash Chatterj
,Kolkata, on Sep 19, 2009 05:16 PM
Thank u very much Mr. Prasad Naik for ur valuable suggestion.
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Manash Chatterj
,Kolkata, on Sep 17, 2009 11:54 AM
I travel a long distance to my work place by train so i need a mobile phone which will play good quality music,will have a good reception with loud and clear voice and good battery life. I have shortlisted nokia 5130 xpress music and 5310 xpress music phone and need your help to choose the right one. I will mostly keep the mobile phone inside my pocket and will use it for a long time as i cannot afford to change mobile very often with my limited income. I truely rely on your expert advise. Budget 5k-10k
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Sep 17, 2009 03:44 PM
I prefer the Nokia 5130 XpressMusic over the 5310 as it has all the features but is cheaper than the 5310. I suggest you get the 5130 as well.
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mash
,panjim, on Sep 17, 2009 08:01 AM
Mr Prasad - Pse help. Desperately looking for a a nokia or sony ericsson phone with the best keyboard for long email & sms ( not QWERTY)
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Sep 17, 2009 03:41 PM
You can get the Nokia E51 as of now which has an excellent keypad and if you are willing to wait then I suggest you get the Nokia E52.
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Nikhil Krishnan
,Kollam, on Sep 04, 2009 04:11 PM
I have a budget of around 10k.. 810i or c510 will be the best option for 3G phone? Do you have any suggestions for 3G phones in this price range?
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Sep 17, 2009 03:40 PM
I suggest you wait for the Nokia 5230. It should be in your budget and meets your requirements.
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behzad
,qazvin, on Sep 02, 2009 09:50 AM
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yousuf
,delhi, on Aug 31, 2009 10:28 AM
i am not satisfied this phone phone is better but no led flash included this phone so i am not like less this future this phone and back side cover is not good i like nokia 5310 express music phone is Mattel body and included led flash and 3 megapixel camera camera is not bad but night mode celerity is not good so i want led flash in this phone thts it
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Lukcy
,delhi, on Aug 31, 2009 10:24 AM
phone is very nice voice beautiful style is very nice but one problem 2 megapixel camera but no included flash so i am not like this phone phone price is 5300 in market ok but include the flash and and show the new price 6200 i think this is the best offer on nokia yaar ek flash nahi laga sakte isme shit ingeeniors
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Janak
,chennai, on Aug 27, 2009 06:35 PM
i want to buy a really good multimedia phone within 10000 with a good camera and a lot of memory.. preferably nokia but if others are better why not?! so please help me find the best buy........
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trisha
,rajkot, on Aug 26, 2009 03:33 PM
i m confused to select mobile.... budjet 12000 to 16000 best camera and music in cell. pls help me..
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Aug 27, 2009 02:22 PM
You can buy the Nokia N79.
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noknok
,delhi, on Aug 24, 2009 11:09 PM
lot of people reporting the phone seems to have some defects. the system crashes very often leading the phone to reboot. sometimes you can get the crash even right after reboot, when the phone is loading. so i would recommend to withstand from purchase until nokia will clarify - is it software or hardware failure and will it be fixed with next firmware.
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noknok
,delhi, on Aug 24, 2009 11:11 PM
this is about 5530xm
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Ronnie
,Mumbai, on Aug 23, 2009 08:26 PM
erm..isn't n82 better or equal to n79?Whats wrong with n82...
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Aug 24, 2009 06:44 PM
There is nothing wrong with the N82. Except for the little fact that it is no longer on sale.
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narain
,chennai, on Aug 22, 2009 01:26 AM
i think you missed the nokia 5320 xpressmusic
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Aug 24, 2009 06:43 PM
I believe Nokia 5320 is no longer on sale.
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Karnik
,Pune, on Aug 22, 2009 07:21 AM
What about the Nokia 5800 Xpress Music ? Its soundis the best I've heard so far.
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sri
,chennai, on Aug 22, 2009 12:17 AM
all the phones have some major +&- points.no one is purely all rounded.future phones is comes with best os and hardware. sony has one unique feature but lacks in many things.lg and samsung are best in touch screen but lacks in os. iphone best os lacks in hardware.nokia is neutral but it also time to change the aged os
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Raj
,Hyd, on Aug 21, 2009 08:14 PM
How abt Samsung star..9k phone?? any advice please......
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Aug 21, 2009 09:21 PM
Good phone, especially at that price. However the multimedia performance is the greatest I've seen in any particular area, such as camera, music, etc.
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Aug 21, 2009 09:22 PM
I'm sorry. I meant the multimedia performance *isn't* the greatest I've seen.
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Anonymous
,Bangalore, on Aug 21, 2009 08:17 PM
Excellent article! Thanks for this.
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noknok
,delhi, on Aug 21, 2009 07:54 PM
no mention of 5800 strange
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Prasad Naik
,Mumbai, on Aug 21, 2009 08:02 PM
The reason Nokia 5800 was not included in the list is because we are hearing several complaints from a lot of people regarding the reliability of the phone. As such we did not feel it would be a wise to recommend that phone to our readers.
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Wilderness
,Pune, on Aug 21, 2009 06:53 PM
Very good list.. covers all price segments :-) Thanks
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