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Looking for a mobile that won't weigh you down? Start with these: the wispiest models currently available--we've listed them in order by weight, beginning with the lightest. We'll be refreshing the list as the new supercompacts arrive, so sign up for our On Call Newsletter to keep tabs on new models.
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Kent German, senior editor
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Nokia 7380
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The Nokia 7380 would not make for a very useful primary phone, but it's satisfactory as a fashion accessory or as a secondary mobile. Even though we appreciate the impressive multimedia upgrades over its predecessor, it's a shame that the phone's screen and memory size does not make full use of them.
Specs: GSM 900/1800/1900 (Tri-Band) , Up to 180 min , With digital camera / digital player / FM radio , 2.8 oz
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Samsung SGH-P300 (Unlocked)
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Like all other designcentric phones, the Samsung SGH-P300 is not for everyone, but its powerful features, admirable performance, and compact form factor give it a perverse appeal.
Specs: GSM 900/1800/1900 (Tri-Band) , Up to 480 min , With digital camera / digital player , 2.9 oz
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Samsung SGH-E635 (T-Mobile)
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The Samsung SGH-E635 is a smart-looking handset with a good VGA camera and outstanding battery life.
Specs: T-Mobile , GSM 850/1800/1900 (Tri-Band) , Up to 258 min , With digital camera , 3 oz
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Samsung SGH-T509 - silver (T-Mobile)
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Though some performance issues make it far from perfect, the Samsung SGH-T509 is a step above the Motorola Slvr L6.
Specs: T-Mobile , GSM 850/1800/1900 (Tri-Band) , Up to 210 min , With digital camera , 2.7 oz
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LG VI-125 (Sprint)
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The LG VI-125 is a great entry-level cell phone for users who just want to make calls.
Specs: Sprint PCS , CDMA2000 1X 1900/800 / AMPS 800 , Up to 210 min , 3.4 oz
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