It starts with the GSM chip. I've mentioned in several previous reviews that most phones are empowered with either a TDMA or CDMA operating chip. Now without me launching into a detailed discussion of operating chips, let me just state that it is the GSM chip that allows this phone to operate globally. This particular phone boasts that it has the ability to operate on 5 contents and 120 countries (This I will take at face value). Using a signal from a satellite transmissions are received from virtually all major cities worldwide. Eventually, I believe that all phones will employ this technology and the perfect chip will be a blend of the convenience of GSM technology with the efficiency of CDMA functionality.

Once you get past the chip (which is the draw of this phone) the phone also has 200 minutes of talk time and 144 hours of standby time. It runs on a lithium ion battery. Signals are transmitted on GSM frequencies of 900 and 1900 mhz and a GSM super extended frequency of 900 mhz. Overall, impressive battery life and power compared to phones of similar quality.


Band Mode: Digital
Brand: Nokia
Calendar/PIM Functionality: Calendar/PIM
Caller ID: Yes
Display Type: illuminated high-contrast, full-graphics display, 5 lines for text and graphics
Memory Comments: 250 names and numbers in phone, up to 250 on SIM card. Memory for 50 calendar notes
Multiple Ring Options: Yes
Product Height: 3.93 inches
Product Weight (oz): 3 oz
Standby Battery Life (in hours): 144
Talking Battery Life (in minutes): 200


Recommended: Yes

Amount Paid (US$): 650