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Nokia 8801 Unlocked Cell Phone with Camera, Bluetooth Music, Media Player - U.S. Version with Warranty
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Manufacturer: Nokia

List Price: $449.99
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Name: from the mind of...IILUSSIION
Location: MD, USA
Date: 2006-01-20
Customer Rating: -

Summary: METAL phone
Comment: i just ordered my phone last night. i haven't received it yet - hopefully this friday - according to the representative i spoke with.

i've read many reviews regarding this phone, the U.S. version - NOKIA 8801 (8800 version for Africa, Asia & Europe) and there are mixed reviews about this "metal" phone.

as i mentioned at the beginning, i'm still waiting for my phone. as soon as i receive it, i will be able to provide a better review. so for now, i'm giving it a (1) one STAR.

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Part two & Final thoughts...
Continuation of my first review...After a long decision and anticipation to purchase the phone, it finally arrived!
I placed my order just before midnight(EST) Wednesday and I'm very impressed with the delivery time (delivered Friday)!
The packaging by Nokia is very well thought of. When you open the box, the phone and the story book are the first items that greet you (as a sound of harmonious alleluias sounds off in the back of your mind). You're eyes will light up (at least mine did). The inside packing is lined with velvet and the contents are all neatly packaged inside. Since this is a very expensive phone, Nokia even thought of the packaging for this model.

After installing my SIM card (Cingular) and powering it up, I noticed the screen display is very clear and the carrier name displays on the screen. The phone does attract finger prints, but it can easily be wiped off by the pouch that comes with the phone. The cradle / charger is pretty neat. The base of the cradle has a blue light once it's plugged in. The screen part of the phone slides up to reveal the keypad. It's not a push button mechanism which you might think of just by looking at the phone. With a slight push of the thumb, you'll notice the quality of the sliding design Nokia made. It's very sturdy unlike the first few predecessors the Nokia 8860 & 8890. The keypad (in my opinion) is not as cumbersome as other writers have mentioned. If you do have large fingers, it will be a bit of a challenge to use the keys. Keep in mind that the phone has a voice dial and one touch dialing feature. Taking the back cover off is a bit of a challenge, but in due time you will get used to it. The batteries are small compared to the Nokia 6620 or the other models for that matter. I guess besides the not-so-strong power of the battery (talk time and stand by time), it's nice that you get two batteries because each will cost you around $50 dollars. Nokia should've used the battery size from the 6620 model. But looking at the size of the phone, it's understandable why it's a small battery size. In time I'm sure they will come up with a more powerful battery and I'm sure there will be some sites out there that will sell the batteries for less, but Nokia recommends that you purchase the accessories from a reputable and authorized dealer.

Is this a lengthy review or what? I didn't get paid to say this - I've been a Nokia fan for a long time. Keep in mind that these are my thoughts and my review to help you decide whether to purchase or not.

There are no problems (yet - knock on wood) that I've encountered since I've installed my SIM card. I've made and received calls already and the calls are clear. I know the price of this phone is almost a grand, but Amazon.com (by far) offers the best deal. I know...I know...I should've tried Ebay and I did. I'm just not sold on the "bidding" aspect of it. Some will sell the included accessories as "extras" when it's originally part of the package! Be aware of those sellers!!! Don't get me wrong, some are honest and some are not. It's up to you! Again, this is just my opinion!

Going back to the phone review...I change my previous (1) one "star" rating to a (4) four "stars". Why 4 ??? Because NOTHING is perfect! Everyone is entitled to their opinion(s) and these are mine. This is one of the most expensive one-item purchases I've made besides an SLR digital camera (that's another story).

The bottom line...if you like unique and one-of-a-kind items or if you're a "techno-sexual" like I am who's into technology, then you need to get this phone. If you can go to a store that sells this phone and can hold it before you buy it...do it, so you get an idea of the size and the feel of this phone! That's what I was trying to do and I cannot find a store that has it! Needless to say, I'm not disappointed by the phone when I opened the box and held the phone in my hand (it's a small phone compared to the photos seen on various sites) and after navigating through the menus, which by the way are the same concept from the good old earlier Nokia models (if you've owned an earlier Nokia phone(s), you know what I'm talking about).

I hope my thoughts / review has helped you decide whether to purchase this "stainless steel" phone.

GOOD LUCK.

tatak pNOY


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