Motoslvr L-6 and L-7

Both phones have bluetooth for data transfer, VGA cameras (0.3 megapixel), and 10 MB storage space. The L-7 includes additional features like group POP3 (protocol for receiving email), SMTP (sending and receiving e-mail), IMAP4(accessing email from local server) and an extendable memory. Both phones have MP3 players, refreshing 262k TFT display and GPRS facilities. The phones weigh 86 g and 96 g respectively. "I love the fact that it can slide into the back pocket of my jeans", says Henna Chopra, a class XI student.

Pros: The Motoslvr range of phones definitely score in terms of looks. Both the L-6 and L-7 can be connected to a computer for data exchange. With extendable memory, the L-7 can help store data. The in-built speakers are of superior quality too. Games can be downloaded to both the phones using Java. The screen size is also large. Priced at Rs 5,990 the L-6 is a steal for the average person.

Cons: The keypad settings is an area where the Motoslvr range fails. The keypad often gets jammed. In spite of a talk time of 315 minutes and a stand by time of 345 minutes, the battery life of these phones is not exactly advanced, as compared to a Nokia or an LG phone. "After a long conversation I have to hunt for my charger everytime", rues 22-year-old Asmit Seth.

Though the video recording is all right, the phones have just 60 seconds of recording time. The price tag of Rs 7, 990 for the L-7 may not really find many takers. Again, these phones are totally dependent on your activity level, so one really has to weigh all factors before investing on a Motoslvr.