Cell phones to avoid

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	Avoid these phones We spend a lot of time talking about our favorite cell phones, but it's equally important that we tell you which handsets you should avoid. Though the following phones aren't completely abysmal, there are better options. Way better options. Two are brand-new Android smartphones, but sometimes even the powerful Google interface can't save a poor design. So do yourself a favor and stay away from these duds.  Read more Karyne Levy Senior copy editor Contact editor Today on CNET The future of Wii, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3 Nintendo has announced that its next console is coming soon, and rumors suggest a new Xbox and new PlayStation will hit shelves in 2014, so how will the current systems stay relevant?  More Is Nook Color poor man's iPad? Newly updated with tabletlike capabilities, the Nook Color may now be the Android tablet for the masses thanks to its $250 price tag.  Watch video Small cameras packing big zooms Just because a camera looks small doesn't mean it's sporting a pathetic zoom that couldn't catch a close-up of the box it came in. With compact megazooms, that little body is hiding a large lens.  More 20 worst tech product names Some products can overcome the handicap of a bad name (cough iPad cough), but for less amazing designs, a dumb name can spell a gadget's demise.  More   Latest news 1. Your iPhone's watching you. Should you care? (FAQ) 2. Analyst to Netflix: Beware of desperate competitors 3. Amazon responds to Apple's 'Appstore' suit 4. PlayStation Network outage: 6 days and counting 5. Nielsen: Desire for iPhone slips as Android gains   Best 5 HDTVs: Picture quality 1. Panasonic Viera TC-P50VT25 2. Samsung PN50C8000 3. Samsung PN50C7000 4. Panasonic TC-P50GT30 5. LG Infinia 50PX950 Connect with CNET Facebook Twitter CNET online Other CNET resources  CNET.com  Latest CNET reviews  CNET Tips and Tricks  CNET Living With Technology  Top 10 must-have gadgets  CNET Editors' Choice winners Apple iPad 2 (16 GB) Wi-Fi Black... Only $639.99 Two cameras for FaceTime and HD video recording. The dual-core A5 chip. The same 10-hour battery lif... Buy Now  From: Seller Rating: Apple iPad (16 GB) Wi-Fi (MB292LL/A)... Only $529.0 iPad's brilliant 9.7-inch, LED-backlit display features IPS technology to deliver crisp, clear image... Buy Now  From: Seller Rating: Apple iPad 2 MC770LL/A Tablet (32GB,... Only $749.99  Buy Now  From: Seller Rating:
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