Coolest Mobile Phones in the World
Japanese handsets have always been light years ahead. This new crop of phones could replace your TV, your computer, even your wallet
By Ian Rowley
Most of the world won't get the chance to buy these handsets. Japan's superphones seldom make it overseas. One reason: Many phone users would be unwilling to pay as much as Japanese do for their monthly bills—$60 on average. Before long, though, much of the new technology, if not the same handsets, will likely find its way out of Japan. Here's a look at some of the best.