Upside
Probably the main advantage of this solidly built model is that it would be difficult to break. In fact, while we don't encourage it, we reckon you could probably drop this phone from a fifth-story window without any harm being done.
An FM radio, speakerphone and inbuilt torch elevate the phone beyond the bargain bin category.
Downside
At first glance, the 2255 reminded us of Motorola's StarTAC phone. There's only one problem with such a resemblance -- the StarTAC was released in 1997. We find it a bit odd that Nokia, a company known for its experimental, even whimsical approach to design, have released a blocky black flip phone topped with a chubby antenna. Although we don't wish to be unkind, it has to be said: like a few others in the new CDMA range, this phone has been smacked pretty hard with the ugly stick.
The main downside of this phone is that we've seen all its features before -- in some cases, many years before. This is fine if you're simply after a functional mobile, but anyone wanting a bit more for their money, such as a music player, connectivity or a camera, should head straight for the GSM range without looking back.
Outlook
The future of Telstra's CDMA service is looking a little shaky, and there is an ever-widening gulf between Nokia's GSM and CDMA phones in terms of the cool factor. While regional users may have no option but to buy a phone with CDMA coverage, this model barely differs from previous offerings in terms of functionality.
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prash
15/07/2007, 02:27 AM
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10/10
the phone rox my friends are jealous that i have such a small cute sexy lukin phone.. sp people who dont like tis phone don know abt small cute phones and don hve taste......
Pros: good luks
Cons: less phone entries
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corporate
07/05/2007, 07:14 PM
rating
7/10
it is an excellent phone
Pros: good
Cons: phone book entry less
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Avinash
06/03/2007, 11:36 PM
rating
6/10
I own this model (2255) mobile phone and it did great at the beginning. Just within 5 months, it has malfunctioned and the PCB needs to be replaced. Nokia used to be good, but now it Sucks!!
Pros: Good features..
Cons: Bad quality. Won't last long!
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Lakshman
29/01/2007, 05:39 PM
rating
9/10
Excellent for the starter type who needs to do conference calls with Loud speaker and battery life is simply superb
Pros: Phone is quite small and cute, battery life is excellent it comes almost for 7 days continously and loud speaker and FM radio for this cost is damn good
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debasish1213
05/01/2007, 05:48 AM
rating
2/10
bad phone. Price too much for this phone. No features. GSM would have been much better. have been cheated by NOKIA
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anonymous
12/11/2006, 03:18 PM
rating
8/10
just good, simple and direct
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thomas
11/04/2006, 02:09 PM
good looks sexy
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FRANCISCO LOZADA
02/04/2006, 03:08 AM
EXCELENTE
TIENE LO NECESARIO.
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SID
31/03/2006, 07:40 PM
TOO COOL FOR THE PRICE AND FEAURES AND LOOKS
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09/03/2006, 02:23 AM
good one for basic need
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