Nicole Lee, Associate Editor December 20, 2006
Picking out a list of the worst cell phones of 2006 was a little difficult. None of the phones we reviewed this year were completely horrible--even some of the lowest-rated phones were actually decent in some way. That said, we did pick out a few phones that left us disappointed more than anything else. First is the Sanyo RL4930, a dull and bulky cell phone that does feature Sprint's ReadyLink walkie-talkie service. However, there certainly are better phone options out there with the same service. Then there's the horribly disappointing Motorola Slvr L6. With a name like the Slvr, we thought it would be a great slim candy bar, but it turned out to have a low-resolution display, a poor keypad, blurry picture quality, and an average speakerphone. Finally, there's the most expensive clunker of the year, the Bang & Olufsen Serene. While we appreciate its innovative design and one-of-a-kind appearance, its sideways camera and incredibly cost-prohibitive price of over $1,000 puts the Serene firmly in the do-not-buy list for us.
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| Review date | April 26, 2006 |
| The Bottom Line | If you can get it at a bargain price, the Motorola Slvr L6 is a solid option for users who want a functional phone with sexy looks, but true phone fanatics will be disappointed. |
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| Features | |
| Service Provider | AT&T (formerly Cingular) |
| Cellular technology | GSM |
| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth |
| Weight | 2.8 oz |
| Full specifications | Full specifications |
| Buying choices | Pricing not available |
