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You don't have to own an iPhone to hang with the handset in-crowd—just check out these babies

By Sophie Goldstein, Newser User

Posted Oct 26, 2007 8:00 PM CDT

(Newser) – Don't let iPhone users have all the fun—other manufacturers are coming out with slick little products that have some nice features of their own. PC World finds the top five worthy of your attention:

Sprint Touch: Touch screen features give it an iPhone like feel—only simpler.
Samsung u470 Juke: Uncommonly slender its innovative design makes it a winner.

T-Mobile Sidekick LX: Sleek but still retaining the original model's appealing swivel screen which unfolds to reveal a QWERTY keyboard.
AT&T Tilt: A powerful and versatile model ideal for travelers, especially if they can take advantage of high-speed networks.
Nokia N95: A nice display and high-quality pictures make this a good buy.

This photo provided by Sprint Nextel Corp. shows the HTC Touch cell phone. Sprint Nextel Corp. announced Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007 it is jumping on the bandwagon with the Touch by HTC. Like Apple Inc.'s... (Associated Press)

The Verizon Wireless Juke by Samsung. Exclusive to Verizon Wireless, the multi-functional Juke has a unique swivel design which enables it to literally flick open 180 degrees to reveal the keypad. Other... (Associated Press)

T-Mobile Sidekick LX in midnight blue. (Photo (Associated Press)

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