If you are fond of old memories, then you may see this phone already attractive. So how much Nokia 3310 (2017) has changed compared to earlier, or all the memories with old phones are alive? Let’s know in review.
Nokia 3310 Design and Texture
The first thing you notice in Nokia 3310 (2017) is its magnificent body, especially if you see glossy red or yellow color variants. Certainly it attracts the eyes, and you would like to show it among the people only because of its look. Comparing with today’s smartphone, Nokia 3310 with palm size is very thin and lighter with 80 grams weight. Those who are using smartphones will find it very small in the beginning, but soon you will become accustomed to using it.
The new Nokia phone is the new avatar of Nokia 3310, but its design is available from the original phone. And the front part of the phone is like the original Nokia 3310, where there is a white band around the screen, although the screen now comes with large and color than before. The body of the new phone is more curved than the original. But no attempt has been made to make Nokia 3310 (2017) in any way like an old phone. The buttons look quite different and the phone has modern navigation buttons. On the rear, you will find a brand new camera and LED flash. Just below this is Nokia’s logo. And towards the bottom of the phone is a 3.5mm audio jack.
The new Nokia phone is the new avatar of Nokia 3310, but its design is available from the original phone. And the front part of the phone is like the original Nokia 3310, where there is a white band around the screen, although the screen now comes with large and color than before. The body of the new phone is more curved than the original. But no attempt has been made to make Nokia 3310 (2017) in any way like an old phone. The buttons look quite different and the phone has modern navigation buttons. On the rear, you will find a brand new camera and LED flash. Just below this is Nokia’s logo. And the bottom is a 3.5mm audio jack.
Certainly, Nokia 3310 is one of the most important times to stay with us till date. The new variant is also very strong and your heartbeat will not increase even when it falls.
However, HMD Global claims that it is easy to read on the phone in sunlight. And there is a slight reflection on the 2.4 inch QVGA (240×320 pixels) display. And if you have more light, you have to do the backlight level more than average to read on the screen. The original Nokia 3310 did not have a color screen like a new screen, but this feature was very important and due to this the device is easy to use.
You will get updated Nokia ringtones in the new phone, which may make a smile on your face. However, when it comes to old memories, the end is here.
Nokia 3310 Specification and Feature
The UI of the phone is new, but many features are like original phones and it is easy to understand. You will find apps such as photos, music players, opera mobile stores, calendars, weather, calculator, FM radio, voice recorder. Apart from this, there is also a new version of the classic snake game. This feature is just something special in this feature phone. And if you are looking at it as an alternative to a smartphone, then you will face the truth when you will have nothing to do 5-10 minutes after using the phone.
The biggest feature of Nokia 3310 (2017) is a great old snake game. Yes, the popular snake game has returned but in a new style as expected. It is colorful and looks attractive but it does not mean that it will enjoy playing. And as expected, memories of the old game with the new snake game (with all mode) are not fresh at all. We did not have satisfaction like an old game in playing the new game. Developer Gameloft has replaced the simple and fixed navigation of the old game with a more busy, modern look in the new version. In order to make the game modern, the features of the old game have been lost somewhere. If you are excited to buy a phone due to a snake game in 3310, it is possible that you are disappointed.
Nokia 3310 (2017) has a dual micro-sim slot and supports microSD cards up to 32 GB. The phone has 16 MB internal storage of which is only 1.5 MB for the user’s work. Therefore, microSD card will be required to store photos or songs.
The retail box has a standard 3.5mm headset that can be used to listen to Museuk and FM radio. Audio quality is fine. Call quality without a headset is spectacular but the voice comes more clear with the headset.
According to us, the de-pad given for navigation is much better than the single-Xis scroll button given in the original phone. You can access apps like SMS, calendar, contact and flashlight. The T9 keyboard is just like the original, but typing can make typing a little bit due to using smartphones for nearly a decade.
Nokia 3310 Performance, Camera and Battery Life
Talking about the performance of a feature phone may seem funny, but finally it is a mobile phone. And the features and shortcomings of the feature phone can also be talked about, even if their UI is made for limited work. There is no problem in using the new Nokia 3310 and the app that is already installed is very well.
The Nokia Series 30+ operating system is created by MediaTek and it is fantastic in terms of feature phones. Earlier this operating system has also been used for Nokia 150. Opera mini browser in the phone comes in advance in which Facebook, Twitter, Google, Mail check and many other websites have been surf. But by the time it takes to open a webpage without Wi-Fi and 3G/4G connectivity, you will probably start to knock your hair. By going to the Apps and Games section, you can download the version of Twitter and Facebook app. But there is no support for WhatsApp and it is a major disadvantage for low -budget customers. SMS app has to be used to message Karan.
The rear of Nokia 3310 has a 2 megapixel camera with LED flash. Talking about image quality, there is indeed nothing to praise. In the sunlight, the camera has good light and color pictures, but the focus is not very sharp. Photos taken in darkness, flash are also bad when used. Therefore, it would not be good to depend on this camera in any situation. Pictures are fine to look at the 2.4 inch screen but are not worth sharing on social media. Apart from this, video recording can also be done, but the focus is removed when it is moving a little, so you have to make very slow recording to get better results. Without a microSD card, you will be able to store a maximum of 7-10 photos in the phone. The camera also has effects like Sepia, Black and White, which will be useful to improve the pictures.
The Nokia 3310 has been claimed to give talk time up to 22 hours with a 1200 mAh battery and up to one month stand by time. During the time spent with the phone, more than 50 percent of the batteries were left even after playing games, calling and listening to music for four days for four days. This shows that the battery will last for about a week, however, this is not new for feature phones. The Nokia 150 has a 1020 mAh battery and it has been claimed to get the same battery life. Its price is around Rs 2,000.
Honestly, Nokia 3310 can be a secondary handset. Apart from this, it can also be used as a common phone in the house. The phone also does not have many essential features like Wi-Fi, 3G/4G connectivity and GPS.
Our decision
It is clear from the beginning that HMD Global is bringing Nokia 310 (2017) back due to old memories. Classic Nokia ringtones, physical buttons, small body and strong build quality are features that will make a feeling like using original Nokia 3310. And perhaps there are so much due to Nokia’s fans to buy this phone. And this feature phone is as fast as Galaxy S8 in America Only sold outThe question is whether people are buying this phone to use or just a collection and memory.
HMD Global told Gadgets 360 that Nokia 3310 is receiving very good response in India. And the initial stock sold out. This is proof that people buy the handset of Nokia brand due to strength, reliable and good look.
The new Nokia 3310 has three things that make it better- look, battery life and snake game. But with Rs 3,310, it is not the most affordable handset to come with these features. Rather, this price will get many options for entry-level smartphones of companies like carbon or micromax. And a world where WhatsApp has now become a need, Nokia 3310 (2017) does not have everything that buyers need.
HMD Global has made a lot of headlines by launching the old classic phone in the modern world. Nokia 3310 (2017) feature phone is not the best choice for those who want higher functionality at a low price. But there are many people who want only good voice quality, SMS functionality and one or two games, it is a good option for them.