January 8, 2008 5:10 PM PST

Nokia's cell phone speakers

by Kent German

Nokia MD-6 speakers

(Credit: Kent German/CNET Networks)

There's always a lot more to find in a Nokia booth than just the company's phones. Typically, you'll find a gallery of Bluetooth headsets and cell phone accessories that round out the company's offerings. I like to scope out cell phone speakers and I found two models, the MD-6 and the MD-7W. The MD-6 mini-speakers are shaped like a black and red lipstick case. At 4.8 by 1.3 by 1.3 inches, the speakers can be slipped into your pocket with ease, and weigh just 4.9 grams with the four included AA batteries that supply the juice. To expose the speakers, just snap open the case and then connect the MD-6 to your Nokia music phone. The speakers also offer a FM radio antenna, and Nokia promises that you'll be able to get 270 hours of play time.

Nokia MD-7W

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For true wireless users, Nokia was also showing the MD-7W Bluetooth speakers. Sporting a minimalist design in white, the MD-7Ws have clean lines that are quite attractive. At 2 by 4.1 by 2.6 inches and 11.21 ounces, they won't fit in your pocket but you can carry them in a small bag. They support 3D sound and operate off four AA batteries.

Kent German is a senior editor for cell phone reviews at CNET. When he's not testing the newest handsets on the market, he's blogging about cell phone news for Crave. In his On Call column, he answers reader questions and gives his take on the rapidly changing mobile industry. E-mail Kent.
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by ashxcore January 8, 2008 7:57 PM PST
Which Nokia phone is that?
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by Japan_Travel_Guide January 8, 2008 11:58 PM PST
No bad, I like wireless ~ but I'm wondering how good these sound. Everything this size I've heard so far has an annoying TIN or hollow sound to them.
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by c981115 January 30, 2008 6:32 PM PST
The MD-7W has very good audio quality. About the best I've seen for Bluetooth wireless
speakers. Go get one, I'm sure you'll like it. Do let us know after you get one and confirm if you agree with the audio quality.
by PortVista-19095313035016904102 January 9, 2008 10:09 AM PST
I don't know why anyone needs external speakers for their cell phone, but Ken German likes scoping these babies out for some reason! lol!
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