Fabulous Features on a Small Phone!
Written: Nov 29 '03 (Updated Feb 29 '04)
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Pros: Color Screen, Small/Sleek Size, Customization, Colorful Faceplates, Lots of Features, Cheap! $$
Cons: None So Far!
The Bottom Line: This phone is so durable, stylish, and has so many functions that it is perfect for everyone!
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| sunkisst32's Full Review: Nokia 3560 |
Why?
The reason I got this phone was because:
1. My friend had one and I admit I was jealous.
2. My old phone was going to die.
3. The price was extremely reasonable.
First Impression
I loved the phone the second I saw it. The color screen, wallpapers, polyphonic ringtones, sleek design, and fun features were all appealing to me.
Features
There are many features including a calendar, to-do list, stopwatch, contacts, custom profiles (silent, buzz, loud, etc), e-mail capabilities, text messaging, chat with other phones, text message templates, call log (missed calls, dialed calls, received calls), voice commands, gallery (pictures and ringtones), games, java games, java applications, plus more!
The wallpapers are vibrant and clear, with pictures like: an apple tree, sunflower, city scape, planets, flowers, a color spectrum and the ocean. You can even customize the power and reception indicators to the colors: violet, blue, red, pink, grey, and green.
The polyphonic ringtones don't only sound cool, but they are loud enough to hear in large groups of people. The ringtones range from space age to a spin on the "Nokia Tune" to a beach tune. As well as being cool, the ringtones aren't annoying like the earlier models of the Nokia's with the monophonic (loud and ear-shattering) ringtones. Compared to the monophonic, the polyphonic sound soft and smooth. You can also choose the vibration to alert you when you get a call.
As you can see there are many features that you may or may not use every day, but you will definitely use sometime. The calendar is easy to use, the to-do list is straight forward, the applications can be opened and used very easily, and the games are non-traditional and very fun to play.
There is a backlight on the phone that can practically light up a dark room. It makes the numbers extremely easy to read, in the light and dark, and makes the screen very bright. After a minute or two, the screen turns off and goes into clock mode. The clock takes up half of the screen and is very easy to read, although it doesn't light up. This also conserves battery energy.
An optional feature is mMode, which is AT&T's answer to mobile phone internet. From mMode, you can download pictures, ringtones, and applications from the internet. You can also check your email, chat on AOL instant messenger, or check your stocks. This would be very helpful if you are on the move a lot.
The reception on this phone is amazing. The calls are crystal clear and you can hear the person on the other line almost better than a regular telephone. It's a great service.
Overall
Overall, I am EXTREMELY satisfied with this phone. It is reliable, stylish, feature-laden, and very useful. I definitely recommend this phone!
Update (2/29/04)
Well, I have had this phone for 4-5 months now, and it is still as spunky and exciting as when I first got it. Even after having it for so long, I still find that occasional cool feature (currency converter!!) and I am amazed on the battery life! I keep it on for weeks at a time, using it everyday.
It's also very durable. I have dropped it numerous times and it still keeps on trucking! I love this phone and will probably keep it for months to come (until the next awesome Nokia phone comes out!)
Recommended:
Yes
Amount Paid (US$): $30 (approx)
Recommended for: Adventurous Technophiles - Tough and Durable
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