Something to call home about
Written: Dec 16 '00
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Pros: all the features
Cons: only can go through AT&T
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| babe4289's Full Review: Nokia 6160 Cell Phone |
My husband got this phone through his work. The Nokia 6160 with AT&T Digital PCS (personal communication service). We are so happy with this phone and service that I think we are going to get me one too. This phone has so many features I'm not even sure if I'll be able to tell you about them all. We got the basic package which included the phone, battery, standard charger, head set, user literature, warranty information, and AT&T Digital PCS information, terms and conditions. It was very easy to activate this phone. First we had to charge the battery. Then within a few minutes of going over the different service options with the representative from AT&T we were able to use the phone.
This phone has caller ID and if the number of the person calling you matches one of the numbers in your memory phone book, then their name will show up too. You can have up to 199 name and numbers in your memory phone book. The AT&T customer care phone number is pre-programmed in your phone in case you have any questions. The phone also has call waiting, call forwarding, and three-way conference calling. When using the call waiting or three-way calling the airtime, roaming, and applicable long-distance charges will apply for both calls.
Your phone can also be used as a pager. It has voicemail with a message waiting indicator. If someone calls they can choose to either leave their number, a voice message or a text message. You can store up to thirty text messages. For your caller to be able to leave a numeric message you'll have to modify your voicemail greeting to instruct your caller to press "5" to enter a message. When you receive a numeric message an envelope icon will show up on your phone to let you know you have a message. My husband didn't know someone could send messages to his phone so I went on the internet and e-mailed him a message. He wasn't sure what to do when he got it, but he finally figured it out. I really like this feature because since he got his phone through work he has a long distance phone number. His company is based out of Florida and we live in Indiana. I'm not going to call him long-distance every time I need something.
If you don't have the internet you can also call AT&T and dictate a message to an operator who will then send the message to your phone. This is only an add-on feature, so you would have to pay an extra monthly service charge for it.
If you send messages to the same people pretty often you can create a group list in your memory phone book. This will let you send a message to more than one person at once. You can also create groups of names and give them each a different ring when they call you.
You can use this phone as a calculator or calendar too. The calculator adds, subtracts, multiplies, divides, and even converts currency. The calendar can keep track of birthdays, meetings, reminders, and calls you need to make. An alarm will go off when it is time for you to call someone or go to a meeting.
A few other features this phone has are the key guard and alarm clock. You can even play games on your phone, such as memory, logic, snake, and dice.
This phone can only be activated on the AT&T wireless services network on a Digital PCS calling plan. You must get credit approval or have a major credit card.
The battery life varies according to the customers usage pattern and network conditions. Standby time ranges from 100-200 hours and talk time ranges from 2.0 to 3.2 hours.
This phone also has a security option. AT&T is designed to make your service more secure. It helps prevent counterfeiters from stealing your phones signal.
There is a 30 day return policy and a one year limited warranty. If you are not satisfied with your purchase you have 30 days to return it under these conditions. You must have proof of purchase. All the original materials must be with it. It has to be in its original package and it must be in re-sellable condition (no cracks, scratches, or liquid damage).
I've never been more satisfied with a product than I am with this phone. I don't even feel like I am using a cell phone, everything comes in so clear. I would definitely recommend this phone if you are wanting to get a cell phone or to replace the old one you have. It would even make a great Christmas present. I hoping I get one.
Recommended:
Yes
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Member: Sherry Jansen
Location: Indiana
Reviews written: 12
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