Plemix

Nokia 6700 classic continues the legacy of Nokia 6300. The previous one has ever topped all sales records for a mid-range mobile phone. Now obviously the 6700 has upgraded a lot but still sharing the same “DNA” as its predecessor. I can say Nokia’s phones can always get better no matter how simple and seemingly perfect things are. That’s why they gained the most market share. Nokia ~the name is about everything, no doubt in it.

Here is what you find in the box: the Nokia 6700 Classic, earphones, a battery, a Connectivity cable, a charger and a Quick start guide. The phone we tested is in Chrome. (It’s not a black one! Looks like black coz of the reflection of light! )

6700 Classic is in a contemporary design which made of stainless steel, gives it a really solid feel. (Looks a bit over shiny but a good way to show off, isn’t it?)

Below the display we find four keys- two either side of the traditional D-pad. Those included two soft buttons with functionality changing according to the active menu, and the Call and End keys. Right in size, nothing complains about it. The keypad is rather flat but feedback is good, and big enough for oversized hands. I can say it is fairly comfortably to type with.

At the bottom, there are microUSB jack, the charger plug and the microphone pinhole. (We can only see the microUSB jack here due to the reflection of light. Actually, they all located there.)

The 5 megapixel autofocus camera with LED flash is located at the back. And the loudspeaker grill is also here, on the other side of the camera. (WOW~ the stainless steel casting makes it rather bright, seems like it’s for the stage like a shiny dancing shoes.)

Removing the back cover, you may see the logo that is reminding us for recycling this stainless steel. (Of course not, 6700 is just on hand! And the build quality of it is just great. Looks so durable!)

Take away the back cover reveals the microSD card slot. (Expandable up to 8GB) And the SIM card slot is just next to it.

Look! 6700 is just a mirror when you in needed by turning to the sleek back panel. It’s now mirrored the Nokia packing box.

Regular Homescreen here. 6700 classic employs the Series 40 6th edition user interface. The background is familiar, and the only novelties are a couple of menu icons.

6700 classic music player with the applied theme. It has decent looks and all-round functionality, including album art, and a fair number of formats are supported. Besides all the typical functions, the music player here can be sorted songs by artist, album and genre.

It is also with the built-in Uplink Noise Cancellation (UNC) that removes background noise during a phone call. The technology features of 6700 Classic are equally meticulous which is bringing something great to the midrange table. The inner is really matched with its outlooks. The only things is the over shiny surface (as I have mention it thousands times!) is very difficult for shooting, complained by our photographer. But people always love to show they are with different, who is refused to be out of ordinary?

Nokia 6700 classic Video Review

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The XpressMusic family has walked a long way: Start from 5310 Xpressmusic (almost 2 year ago) which made an impression with simplicity and functionality with its music-centric and entertainments. And the Nokia 5630 XpressMusic is the next step for them getting smarter and faster. With bar sharp design, it packs the quickest processor Nokia have offered to date. Let’s see how it works!

It comes with a battery, a charger, Stereo Headset with Remote Control, a data cable, 4 GB memory card, Nokia pouch (made of fabric), CD and user's guide.

5630 XpressMusic is the combination of 5320 Xpressmusic(which looks long) and 5310 Xpressmusic(which is slim with flashy edges), but added power and S60 make it a real workhouse.

The keypad under the screen is comfortable. The number pads with old-school-matrix-like dotted symbols are big enough that accidentally mispresses are unlikely to be an issue.

Music player keys are on the left. (Hey! Don’t press on the symbols. The bottoms are in black.)

The microSD slot is on the right (4 GB Memory in-box, can be expandable to 16 GB). And camera key is also here.

The top side hosts 3.5mm audio jack and the microUSB port.

The 3.2 Megapixal Camera with dual LED Flash is located on its plastic rear. ( Well~it is fingerprint-proof)

The Nokia Pouch with the device. The pouch looks really cool with the music player keys symbols. And the texture of it feels really protective.

Standard Nokia menu layout.

The music is playing. The audio quality is pretty good though.

Nokia 5630 XpressMusic keeps the features “Say and Play” and upgrade over the 5320 Xpressmusic – it features faster 3G, Wi-Fi on board, improved camera, a speedy CPU and all in a 12mm slim package. You may have fun with this portable music player and of course, with the attractive price.

Nokia 5630 XpressMusic Video Review

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LG is keen on rushing out the mobile phone to meet the demand of different customers. From LG Viewty Smart to KS660 (the phone with dual SIM compatibility), they are all highlighting the stylish design or exceptional features. Here’s come GD330, the slider phone which is in entry-level phone borrowed somewhat from LG’s Secret in design.

It comes with a Battery, a Charger, a USB cable, headsets, a CD and Manual.

The glossy front panel of GD330 looks really classy. The metal frame around the front panel is another sleek ornament, which carry on the look and style of the LG Secret.

Move on to the keypad, you may find it has some different between Secret and GD330 here. They added 4-way Navigation and Menu keys as a hardware key, but is still combining of touch sensitive keys. They are really smooth and fun way to control here. Seems the problem in Secret has been solved.

Sliding GD330 open reveals the alphanumeric keypad, which is large enough and well defined, offers good press feedback. Also, you may find the microphone pinhole at the bottom.

The volume rocker and the USB slot are on the left of the phone.

On the right, you may find the microSD card slot. It allows an extension of memory up to 8GB.

The 2 Megapixel camera (an obvious concession to the handsets reasonably low price point) is located at the back.

The “leather-like” back looks really nice. They are in rough surface, but the one in Secret feels like glass and soft to touch. Actually, I prefer the one in GD330 here, as it is scratch-resist.

The user-interface here.

GD330 comes with a light sensor for battery saving by exploring the outer surroundings and then adjusted the optimum illuminating screen backlight. It marks its distinction among a host of mobile phones available in the market (Environmental friendly!). With descent eye catching outlooks and elegant design, fair quality, basic and simple features.GD330 is more then an entry-level phone, which nice to be considerate.

LG GD330 Video Review

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