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It's all about the looks... and the features.

Even before they turn 16, kids have started judging phones based on how they look, and what sort of features they have. By the time they hit 16, they're using a set of features they'll most likely continue to use until a few years after they leave university. Out of all the phones in this section, these are the most feature rich by far. Every one has music controls, a decent camera and advanced online services. This age group will use all these newer features like they've always been around. We also disregarded battery life as long as it lasted over a day because these kids plug their gadgets in every night.

AT&T: Samsung A737 Find out more Buy this phone	Sprint: LG Muziq Find out more Buy this phone
T-Mobile: Nokia 5300 Find out more Buy this phone	Verizon: LG Chocolate 8550 Find out more Buy this phone

All these phones work with your family plan, but most can be used for prepaid plans as well when you're looking to teach the young adult in your life some financial responsibility. You may also want to check out the Super Slice on Virgin Mobile as well if you're looking for reasonably priced prepaid service.

Virgin Mobile: Super Slice

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