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Nokia 6300 SummaryThe Nokia 6300 is a smart stainless steel candy bar mobile phone. With a 2 megapixel camera and 8x digital zoom, and a music player supporting MP3, MP4, AAC, AAC+ and eAAC+ and FM stereo radio the Nokia 6300 has become one of the most popular mobile phones for its superb value for money. The 6300 is tri band with EDGE and Bluetooth connectivity.Win £100 for writing a review on the Nokia 6300 mobile phone
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Nokia 6300 - Editor's Review
We were little surprised at first to see how popular the Nokia 6300 became in such a short amount of time. This unassuming squashed brick of a phone doesn't exactly look flashy from the blown up photos on websites, but when you hold and use the Nokia 6300 mobile phone, you'll quickly understand it's popularity.
At just 106.4 x 43.6 x 11.7 mm this is a neat, and comfortably small phone. The thickness especially is enough to make it feel sturdy in your hand but thin enough to fit comfortably in your trouser pocket or get appropriately lost in your oversized handbag. The 6300 weighs in at just 91g. Nokia have tagged the phone as 'Simply Beautiful'. Despite it's rectangle shape the corners and edges are still smoothly curved and the stainless steel cover gives it an impressive shine. There is beauty in its simplicity, but then again calling it beautiful in comparison to the newer Samsung slider models like the G600 is a bit of a stretch. But then this phone is about usability accompanied by looks, not the other way around. The only unimpressive thing about the shell design is the battery cover which did not go on or off very easily.
The keypad is in the standard Nokia layout which, even 4 years after ceasing to use a Nokia phone, we found easy and reliable to use. The keys are easy to press but still give that responsive feel not available with touch sensitive keys, that allows for faster dialling and texting without watching what you're doing. Above the keypad is a menu button surrounded by a four way directional button. Having the select button separate from the direction buttons is a definite improvement on Sony Ericsson's joysticks (where you can end up selecting options involuntarily whilst scrolling through a menu) but the direction buttons aren't always that easy to press accurately if you're not watching what you're doing. Above it is the Nokia 6300's good sized 2 inch TFT screen that displays 240 x 320 pixels.
Despite it's simple appearance, the Nokia 6300 has all the basic features expected of of a new mid-level mobile phone handset. The 2 mega pixel camera is perfectly sufficient for taking odd photos but unlike the likes of the N95 doesn't stand much chance of replacing a separate digital camera if you're expecting to take photos. There is no flash or autofocus but there is 8x digital zoom, a night mode and an easy to use image browser accessible from the menu. It can also take videos which is a fun feature of mediocre quality.
The 6300 has a number of very good music features considering its price. It has an FM radio that can only be used with Nokia's own headphones, but these are generally supplied with the handset. It also has a media player that can play videos and music files which you can either download using the phone's web browser, or by transferring them from your computer using a USB cable. The sound output was just as good as any other compact MP3 player, and you can also use the loudspeaker instead of headphones, with a surprisingly good sound quality, not that that will stop it from annoying everyone else on the bus. It's also very easy to use other phone features whilst listening to music, which of course stops as soon as you receive a call. The phone can play all of the following file types: MP3, MP4, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, H.263, H.264.
Another surprise with this phone is the web browsing experience. It's not 3G but is GPRS and EDGE compatible. Considering that, the speed of browsing was good when compared with other non-3G phones, presumably due to a fast rendering engine in the web browser. You can view full size websites, not just those made specifically for small mobile phone screens, although there is a lot of scrolling involved. The email software is also easy to use, especially for the popular Gmail and Yahoo email accounts. The data connection can also handle downloads of software, such as the great Google Maps program configured specifically for the Nokia 6300 that we downloaded and trialed. All the same, if you do want a faster 3G option the Nokia E65 is really the 6300's closest 3G counterpart.
The standard features of the Nokia 6300 still deserve a brief mention, including a simple organiser with a calendar, to-do list and notepad. The media player can handle voice recording and the messaging tool can send SMS, MMS and Nokia Xpress audio messages. It has bluetooth that can be used with bluetooth headphones as well as other devices, and USB connectivity as mentioned. The call quality was near perfect with almost no background noise. Although it may not stand up to the likes of the business favourite the 6230i, Nokia are quoting a battery life of 3.5 hours of talktime or up to 14.5 days standby.
All in all, we're convinced that the 6300 deserves its popularity. It may not win any fashion awards but it's a robust and reasonably priced mobile phone that has all the features to act as a basic personal organiser and rival most flashy new handsets.
At just 106.4 x 43.6 x 11.7 mm this is a neat, and comfortably small phone. The thickness especially is enough to make it feel sturdy in your hand but thin enough to fit comfortably in your trouser pocket or get appropriately lost in your oversized handbag. The 6300 weighs in at just 91g. Nokia have tagged the phone as 'Simply Beautiful'. Despite it's rectangle shape the corners and edges are still smoothly curved and the stainless steel cover gives it an impressive shine. There is beauty in its simplicity, but then again calling it beautiful in comparison to the newer Samsung slider models like the G600 is a bit of a stretch. But then this phone is about usability accompanied by looks, not the other way around. The only unimpressive thing about the shell design is the battery cover which did not go on or off very easily.
The keypad is in the standard Nokia layout which, even 4 years after ceasing to use a Nokia phone, we found easy and reliable to use. The keys are easy to press but still give that responsive feel not available with touch sensitive keys, that allows for faster dialling and texting without watching what you're doing. Above the keypad is a menu button surrounded by a four way directional button. Having the select button separate from the direction buttons is a definite improvement on Sony Ericsson's joysticks (where you can end up selecting options involuntarily whilst scrolling through a menu) but the direction buttons aren't always that easy to press accurately if you're not watching what you're doing. Above it is the Nokia 6300's good sized 2 inch TFT screen that displays 240 x 320 pixels.
Despite it's simple appearance, the Nokia 6300 has all the basic features expected of of a new mid-level mobile phone handset. The 2 mega pixel camera is perfectly sufficient for taking odd photos but unlike the likes of the N95 doesn't stand much chance of replacing a separate digital camera if you're expecting to take photos. There is no flash or autofocus but there is 8x digital zoom, a night mode and an easy to use image browser accessible from the menu. It can also take videos which is a fun feature of mediocre quality.
The 6300 has a number of very good music features considering its price. It has an FM radio that can only be used with Nokia's own headphones, but these are generally supplied with the handset. It also has a media player that can play videos and music files which you can either download using the phone's web browser, or by transferring them from your computer using a USB cable. The sound output was just as good as any other compact MP3 player, and you can also use the loudspeaker instead of headphones, with a surprisingly good sound quality, not that that will stop it from annoying everyone else on the bus. It's also very easy to use other phone features whilst listening to music, which of course stops as soon as you receive a call. The phone can play all of the following file types: MP3, MP4, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, H.263, H.264.
Another surprise with this phone is the web browsing experience. It's not 3G but is GPRS and EDGE compatible. Considering that, the speed of browsing was good when compared with other non-3G phones, presumably due to a fast rendering engine in the web browser. You can view full size websites, not just those made specifically for small mobile phone screens, although there is a lot of scrolling involved. The email software is also easy to use, especially for the popular Gmail and Yahoo email accounts. The data connection can also handle downloads of software, such as the great Google Maps program configured specifically for the Nokia 6300 that we downloaded and trialed. All the same, if you do want a faster 3G option the Nokia E65 is really the 6300's closest 3G counterpart.
The standard features of the Nokia 6300 still deserve a brief mention, including a simple organiser with a calendar, to-do list and notepad. The media player can handle voice recording and the messaging tool can send SMS, MMS and Nokia Xpress audio messages. It has bluetooth that can be used with bluetooth headphones as well as other devices, and USB connectivity as mentioned. The call quality was near perfect with almost no background noise. Although it may not stand up to the likes of the business favourite the 6230i, Nokia are quoting a battery life of 3.5 hours of talktime or up to 14.5 days standby.
All in all, we're convinced that the 6300 deserves its popularity. It may not win any fashion awards but it's a robust and reasonably priced mobile phone that has all the features to act as a basic personal organiser and rival most flashy new handsets.
Nokia 6300 - User Reviews
Reviewer: muhammad k - china
Reviewed on: 30th December, 2007
Rating: 10/10
ok
Reviewer: Claire Durning - Glasgow, UK
Reviewed on: 20th March, 2008
Rating: 10/10
I purchassd the Nokia 6300 on an 02 contract earlier this year. Its sleek and slim and most people comment on it. Although not dazzling I love everythng about it ! Having lost it in a drunken night of madness I didnt think twice about reordering the same phone on my insurance. Even with the dazzle of the LG Prada and other newer contenders, my loyalty remains with the Nokia 6300 - Winner in my books!
Reviewer: manish - harwich
Reviewed on: 21st March, 2008
Rating: 6/10
its a ver good phone with a stainlees stell body & lots of function its easy to carry & easy to use.
Reviewer: zakir rahim - London
Reviewed on: 22nd March, 2008
Rating: 10/10
I have recently purchased Nokia 6300, & think it's great, having previously Owned Nokias and others.I am surprised to see so many poor & negative reviews, relating to the complaints of the Nokia 6300 & It does surprise me & prompt the question, Try before you buy.
Like Music it's down to personal choice & taste, what you look for in a phone whether you use it for Calls, Texts, Camera, music etc, yes phones do have problems but with new technology nothing is guaranteed.
As long as you can make calls & send texts, after all it is a Mobile Phone, people forget with so many features on the phone uses power so power may not last as long as per the specs, the specs states purely if the phone is idle & power can last up to that period of time, also requires an initial 14 hour charge when first bought before use with the phone switched off & repeat this process at least once a month let the power run down completely this will maintain a healthy battery life, so many have told me over the years that they don't, this is where the battery life/power issues come into play.
Ive read many reviews but if you want the best quality in camera, MP3 player, Bluetooth etc you can buy separate devices in which this can be enhanced to your satisfaction, these features are merely an added bonus to the phone.
It would be nice to read more positive reviews on products as the old saying is too many people remember the negatives opinions & are quick to voice them rather than the positives.
In the last 10 years I have had a number of Nokia handsets where they have lasted for 3 to 4 years, I personally think how the phone is used by the owner is the main issue. The nokia 6300 is a state of art and its slim design is appealing. I would recommend 6300 to anyone..
Reviewer: ss - home
Reviewed on: 30th March, 2008
Rating: 8/10
hi i am well impressed with this phone it is simple to use very strong never breaks even droping unlike samsung e900 which breaks even shaking in your hand .be strong ,be unbreakable be with nokia 6300
Reviewer: Mehul - Kolkata
Reviewed on: 2nd April, 2008
Rating: 10/10
It is a very small phone.Thin enough to put it in the trouser pockets.The nokia 6300 is a sophisticated compact phone with stainless steel covers and a glossy black finish.The neat camera phone has a 2 mega pixel camera with 8xdigital zoom, and uses a 240 x 320 resolution screen with up to 16 million colours. The Nokia 6300 is also a music player supporting MP3, MP4, AAC, AAC+ and eAAC+ and has a FM stereo radio with Visual Radio. The Nokia 6300 is a Tri band phone with EDGE, GPRS and Bluetooth. It comes with 7.8 MB internal user memory which can be expanded up to 2GB using a microSD card.
Reviewer: Rich - London
Reviewed on: 18th April, 2008
Rating: 9/10
I think this is just an awesome phone. It does everything you need, it's smart, it's small.
Reviewed on: 30th December, 2007
Rating: 10/10
ok
Reviewer: Claire Durning - Glasgow, UK
Reviewed on: 20th March, 2008
Rating: 10/10
I purchassd the Nokia 6300 on an 02 contract earlier this year. Its sleek and slim and most people comment on it. Although not dazzling I love everythng about it ! Having lost it in a drunken night of madness I didnt think twice about reordering the same phone on my insurance. Even with the dazzle of the LG Prada and other newer contenders, my loyalty remains with the Nokia 6300 - Winner in my books!
Reviewer: manish - harwich
Reviewed on: 21st March, 2008
Rating: 6/10
its a ver good phone with a stainlees stell body & lots of function its easy to carry & easy to use.
Reviewer: zakir rahim - London
Reviewed on: 22nd March, 2008
Rating: 10/10
I have recently purchased Nokia 6300, & think it's great, having previously Owned Nokias and others.I am surprised to see so many poor & negative reviews, relating to the complaints of the Nokia 6300 & It does surprise me & prompt the question, Try before you buy.
Like Music it's down to personal choice & taste, what you look for in a phone whether you use it for Calls, Texts, Camera, music etc, yes phones do have problems but with new technology nothing is guaranteed.
As long as you can make calls & send texts, after all it is a Mobile Phone, people forget with so many features on the phone uses power so power may not last as long as per the specs, the specs states purely if the phone is idle & power can last up to that period of time, also requires an initial 14 hour charge when first bought before use with the phone switched off & repeat this process at least once a month let the power run down completely this will maintain a healthy battery life, so many have told me over the years that they don't, this is where the battery life/power issues come into play.
Ive read many reviews but if you want the best quality in camera, MP3 player, Bluetooth etc you can buy separate devices in which this can be enhanced to your satisfaction, these features are merely an added bonus to the phone.
It would be nice to read more positive reviews on products as the old saying is too many people remember the negatives opinions & are quick to voice them rather than the positives.
In the last 10 years I have had a number of Nokia handsets where they have lasted for 3 to 4 years, I personally think how the phone is used by the owner is the main issue. The nokia 6300 is a state of art and its slim design is appealing. I would recommend 6300 to anyone..
Reviewer: ss - home
Reviewed on: 30th March, 2008
Rating: 8/10
hi i am well impressed with this phone it is simple to use very strong never breaks even droping unlike samsung e900 which breaks even shaking in your hand .be strong ,be unbreakable be with nokia 6300
Reviewer: Mehul - Kolkata
Reviewed on: 2nd April, 2008
Rating: 10/10
It is a very small phone.Thin enough to put it in the trouser pockets.The nokia 6300 is a sophisticated compact phone with stainless steel covers and a glossy black finish.The neat camera phone has a 2 mega pixel camera with 8xdigital zoom, and uses a 240 x 320 resolution screen with up to 16 million colours. The Nokia 6300 is also a music player supporting MP3, MP4, AAC, AAC+ and eAAC+ and has a FM stereo radio with Visual Radio. The Nokia 6300 is a Tri band phone with EDGE, GPRS and Bluetooth. It comes with 7.8 MB internal user memory which can be expanded up to 2GB using a microSD card.
Reviewer: Rich - London
Reviewed on: 18th April, 2008
Rating: 9/10
I think this is just an awesome phone. It does everything you need, it's smart, it's small.
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