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  • Nokia 3.1 Review
    Welcome to the 2018 Nokia 3.1 smartphone review. In one with the 5.1 the entry level 3.1 is another 'cheap' Android OS phone you can buy. Being one of the entry level phones for Nokia it's the top of the range entry level phone. So is the Nokia3.1 worth buying? In terms of construction the Nokia 3.1 is very good. It is just like the rest of the Nokia range mean it feels light but solid with metal and glass faced screen. There are only 3 buttons on the side, a headphone jack and SIM + memory card slot. Overall it's just another well made entry level phone. In terms of hardware the Nokia 3.1 is specifications there's a 1.5 Ghz Mediatek CPU and 2Gigs of RAM and 16Gigs of memory with a decent 5.2 inch screen and 13 MP camera and 8 MP selfie camera. In the end the specifications are not particularly impressive for the price. In the end of 2018 a we edit this review you really need more than this even in an entry level phone. In terms of use the Nokia 3.1 is good. It can run basic apps without any issues but there seems to be a bit laggy with multiple apps running. Being 99% pure Android OS this is surprising. The key feature of the Nokia 3.1 is that it is part of the Android One category of phones which means it uses unmodified version of Android OS and set standard for specifications supported by Google and the insurance of OS updates for 2 years. In conclusion the Nokia 3.1 is a decent phone for the price but there are others you can consider around the same price point. The key selling feature is the guaranteed Android OS system updates for a few years which 99% of its competitors don't even bother with. So at around $250 is a decent phone but we think that if the price dropped to $200 AUD would be definite must buy if your needs are basic. Specifications
    • Nokia 3.1
    • Network Quad-band GSM All 3G frequencies(dependent on country) All 4G frequencies (dependent on country) Dual SIM available
    • Design Touch screen
    • L146.3 x W69 x D8.7 mm
    • Weight 138 grams
    • Display 5.2 inch 1440 x 720 AMOLED
    • Camera 13MP auto-focus LED Flash 8MP 2nd forward facing still/video call camera
    • Video Camera 1080 HD 30FPS main video camera
    • Connectivity Wi-Fi Bluetooth V4.2
    • CPU Octa-core 1.5 Ghz (Mediatek MT6750N)
    • Memory 2 Gig RAM Up to 16 Gig for user Up to 128 Gig microSD expansion
    • Features Android ONE Li-Po 2990 mAh battery Up to 14 Days standby for average use.
    • Price history Approx $250 AUD October 2018 (Outright)

  • Nokia 5.1 Review
    Welcome to the 2018 Nokia 5.1 smartphone review. We are after a new dual-SIM phone and the latest updated to the Nokia 5 model caught our attention. We liked the original Nokia 5 but at release the price was uncompetitive and not a particularly fast phone to use, great for basic stuff but not for running multiple apps at the same time or switching between them. The new Nokia 5.1 attempted to fix that problem some to have worked. The mid year 2018 Nokia 5.1 is priced around the 200 Euros as a dual SIM version and currently not available worldwide and estimated $400 is Australia if it gets released. In other parts of the world only the single SIM version will be available. In terms of construction the Nokia 5.1 is very good. That is expected since it does has a metal back and high end looking front screen. While the materials are top end the design it's self is not. The design is looking a little old in comparison to the latest smartphones, yet in terms of it's low to mid range class it's competitive. In terms of hardware the Nokia 5.1 is specifications there's a 2.0Ghz Mediatek CPU and 2Gigs of RAM and 16Gigs of memory with a decent 5.5 inch screen and 16 MP camera and wide 9 MP selfie camera. In the end the speciations are not particularly impressive of competitive with other phones int he same price range. The microSD memory card slot is critical if you buy a Nokia 5.1 as is only has tiny 16Gig storage and less than half of is is usable. In terms of use the Nokia 5.1 is not bad considering the hardware specifications. However it's not particularly smooth or fast. However it will run everything except for demanding games. The Nokia 5.1 uses Android One which means that it is comparable with the Pixel phones in functionality and does not have any additional bloatware which means it's running as efficiently as possible to the way Android was supposed to run. It's not bad but the occasional sluggish it's probably due to it's low memory at a mere 16G and much less usable - even Apple doesn't do this any more and Nokia needs to follow suite to be remotely competitive. Sure it's expandable memory is nice but based on our experience 2Gig RAM and 16Gig storage is certainly not enough. Basic Android OS needs around 1 Gig or RAM and up to 8 Gig of storage space is used the system means not much space for anything extra. In conclusion the Nokia 5.1 is a decent phone and will work well for those in need of basic communication like Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, Gmail, videos and other messengers. The expandable memory card will help with the storage. However that is all that it will be able to impressively. The faster CPU simply isn't enough to compensate for the low memory specs. For the price there are a few notable options like the Sony Xperia, Samsung Galaxy and other Chinese brands. Note that we didn't include Motorola phones as since we discovered that they no longer offer Android software updates requiring you to buy a new phone if you want the latest Android OS. Specifications
    • Nokia 5.1
    • Network Quad-band GSM All 3G frequencies(dependent on country) All 4G frequencies (dependent on country) Dual SIM available
    • Design Touch screen
    • L151.1 x W70.7 x D8.3 mm
    • Weight 165 grams
    • Display 5.5 inch 1,920 x 1080 AMOLED
    • Camera 16MP auto-focus LED Flash 8MP 2nd forward facing still/video call camera
    • Video Camera 1080 HD 30FPS main video camera
    • Connectivity Wi-Fi Bluetooth V4.2
    • CPU Octa-core 2.0 Ghz (Mediatek MT67555)
    • Memory 2Gig RAM Up to 16 Gig for user Up to 128Gig microSD expansion
    • Features Fast charging capable A-GPS, GLANOSS, Ambient light, Accelerometer, G sensor, Gyroscope, fingerprint scanner Li-Po 2970 mAh battery Up to 24 Days standby for average use.
    • Price history Approx 200E uros August 2018 but Approx $400 AUD (Outright)

  • Nokia 3310 (2017) Review
    Welcome to the Nokia 3310 (2017) review. Arguably the most anticipated and widely reported mobile phone release for 2017 is the re-imaged Nokia 3310. The version we tested was the 3G version hence 'series 2'. There are very few known brands that still make entry level mobile phones and the new brand owners have decided to remake the old 3310 essentially a retro phone. The model's release is essentially a marketing ploy by the new Nokia to relaunch the brand and it worked. Every news outlet regardless of specialty covered the release. So every country the original Nokia 3310 was sold in knows about the the new Nokia. In terms of construction the 3310 is very good  like the original. It's light and tight in the hand and completely built with a a little dash of shiny plastic or almost matt colors. For a cheap phone it is perfectly acceptable build quality. In terms of hardware it has all the basics that where state of the art 16 years ago. 2.4 inch screen, single 2 Megapixel camera. However modern inclusions include a microSD memory expansion and music player hardware. The updated version with 3G connectivity for sale in some countries or dual sim versions in others is a nice addition to the minimal spec sheet. The only thing missing is WI-Fi but with so little CPU power having that sort of data is pointless for the complex websites everyone seems to have these days. In terms of use the Nokia 3310 is very fast and responsive however any data or internet related functions it is going to be slow as it is using 3G. The physical buttons and old school keypad with predictive text are old school but work if you have patience. All the basics are there including MMS however the internet browser is basic and the low power CPU  is incapable of modern webpages. Unless  you have some numbers stored on your SIM card you will be busy typing them on the 3310. There is an App store and there are plenty of 'classic' games to choose from but they are relatively basic and don't have the essentials of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp and so forth. The Nokia 3310 (2017) 3G edition is a phone for a niche set of people. Calls and TXT messages are its forte and of course the Snake game. There are a few very basic mobile phones like this still for sale in many parts of the world that don't the data network capability so this is perfect for them. In other parts or the world with high speed mobile data the 3310 is pointless. The 3310 is a retro ornament for a collector or enthusiast. It was great in the day but not in 2017. We'd like to note that the commonly promoted use for the new 3310 is at concerts, parties etc.. where you don't want to damage your main phone, however we all know that this is PR rubbish. We take our good phone to parties and concerts to get good quality selfies for Instagram, pictures of people doing stupid things, for Facebook etc... for posting in real time. Anyone saying or writing this as an excuse to purchase the 3310 is not worthy of your attention. Specifications
    • Nokia 3310 (2017)
    • Network Quad-band GSM Dual-band 3G (Dependent on country)
    • Design Candy bar
    • L109.8 x W45 x D11 mm Weight 188 grams
    • Display/s 2.4 inch  TFT 240 x 320
    • Camera 2MP
    • Video Camera 640 x 480 pixel @ 15FPS
    • Connectivity Bluetooth V3
    • CPU ???Mhz
    • Memory Up to 64MB available to user 32Gig micro-SD card slot
    • Ring tones MIDI, MP3, Video, vibration
    • Features JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free USB charging LiPo 1200mAh Up to 30 days Standby Up to 22 hours Talk Time
    • Price history Approx $80 AUD 2017 (Outright)

  • Nokia 6 Review

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    Welcome to the 2017 Nokia 6 specifications and hands on review.  We've reviewed the Nokia 3, Nokia 5 over the last few weeks and now it is the Nokia 6. The Nokia 6 is classed as a lower mid-range smartphone due to it's pricing and specification level. The Nokia is priced at $399 AUD in Australia as an outright purchased not locked to any network. In terms of construction the Nokia 6 is excellent for the price. All the panels fit tother and there are no cheap looking parts, overall looks great. However the design is a little on the old side, like any number of other Chinese branded smart phones with it's metal but straight cut or chamfered edges. We refer to the Chinese branded phone because the Nokia 6 is built in China. The design is clearly older than the Nokia 3 and the Nokia 5 because the Nokia 6 was release in China 6 months prior. It feels good to hold and certainly worth the price. In terms of hardware specifications the Nokia 6 is pretty average for a for a sub-$400 smartphone. The standout features are the 1080P HD screen, untampered Android OS and metal body. Unexpected features at this price point is NFC for wireless payment, Dolby ATMOS for better sound quality and a fast charger system. Overall a decent upgrade on the cheaper Nokia 5, however the two phones share the same CPU! Thanks to the additional memory the Nokia 6 seems to work more smoothly although the performance is not exactly the most impressive chapter phone we've tried. In terms of use the Nokia 6 is acceptable. The performance is smooth thanks to more memory and the screen quality is impressive better than the iPhone next to it for comparison. It is surprising how the entry level CPU can perform so well. Overall it keeps its smooth interface even when running multiple apps. However it is not a fast phone but running the all the basic social media apps revel a little sluggishness. The conclusion is that the 2017 Nokia 6 is a decent entry level smartphone the runs Android OS. The Nokia 6 no where near the best smartphone in the $400 price range, that accolade goes to the the Motorola G5 Plus for overall performance. That said the key reason for choosing the Nokia 6 is that they will send you OS updates in a timely fashion and of course being a Nokia. Would we buy the Nokia 6? Nope, because there are other better smartphones for the price.
    • Nokia 6
    • Network GSM, 3G, 4G, LTE
    • Design Touch screen L154 x W75.8 x D7.85 mm Weight 160 grams
    • Display 5.5 inch LCD 1080 x 1920 IPS LCD
    • Camera 16 MP auto-focus LED Flash 2nd forward facing video call/selfie camera 8MP
    • Video Camera 1080p 30FPS main video camera
    • Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth V4, USB, NFC, GPS, Fingerprint
    • CPU Octa-core 1.4 Ghz Snapdragon 430 Andreno 505 Graphics CPU
    • Memory 3 or 4 Gig RAM Up to Approx 32 or 64 Gig for user MicroSD expansion
    • Features Android OS 7 FM Radio with RDS
    • Power 3000 Li-Po mAh battery Up to 31 Days Standby Up to 24 hours Talk Time
    • Price history Approx $400 AUD July 2017 (Outright)

  • Nokia 5 Review
    Welcome to the 2017 Nokia 5 specifications and review.  We've already reviewed the Nokia 3 and found out that it was a little disappointing. We can't really understand why they released the Nokia 3 at all, maybe for those who really want a Nokia branded phone? So when we tested the Nokia 5 we had no expectations it setting any sort of performance benchmark. The Nokia 5 sells at a retail price of around $330 AUD outright/unlocked at the time of release which is reasonable for the quality of materials. In terms of construction the Nokia 5 is excellent for the price. Sure it resembles the latest generation iPhone 7 but the Nokia 5 has a better design as it hides the phone antennas. The recessed finger print scanner even feels better than the iPhone. Compared to it's competitors it's a stand out looking and feeling very upmarket. Put it simply, if your needs are basic once you hold this in your hand you will buy it above it's competitors. In terms of hardware specifications the Nokia 5 packs a screen image quality equal to the iPhone of any model. The all the physical buttons feel good and the fingerprint scanner feels better to touch than the very cheap feeling buzz on the iPhone 7. Unfortunately the price means that there are shortfalls in the specification list and that includes the base model CPU, graphics and standard RAM and storage memory. The FM radio is bonus in the streaming world. Nothing to write home about in this area. In terms of use the Nokia 5 is acceptable. The Nokia 5's interface was smooth enough thanks to the faster CPU and more memory than the cheaper 3. It will withstand more graphic and memory intensive apps like mass txt messages. It's certainly not perfect as we noticed some sluggishness with a few apps running in the background at as to top rangers 3 or 4 years old smartphones. The small RAM means that there are lots of refreshes when using the browser though. For social media, picture apps, and simple games like Clash of Clans will work great. That said it runs the latest version of Android OS and with no modifications we could easily see. The conclusion is that the Nokia 5 is a decent entry level smartphone the runs Android OS. The Nokia 5 is arguably the best entry level smartphone you can buy in mid 2017 purely due to it's screen and build quality. There is literally no other phone in the price category that can match it on the outside. However the Nokia 5's  hardware specs are on the low side even when judged based on price it is only adequate in terms of performance.
    • Nokia 5
    • Network GSM, 3G, 4G, LTE
    • Design Touch screen L149.7 x W72.5 x D8 mm Weight 160 grams
    • Display 5.2 inch LCD 720 x 1280 IPS LCD
    • Camera 13 MP auto-focus LED Flash 2nd forward facing video call/selfie camera 8MP
    • Video Camera 1080p 30FPS main video camera
    • Connectivity Wi-Fi Bluetooth V4 USB
    • CPU Octa-core 1.4 Ghz Andreno 505 Graphics CPU
    • Memory 2 Gig RAM Up to Approx 16 Gig for user MicroSD expansion
    • Features Android OS 7 FM Radio with RDS
    • Power 3000 Li-Po mAh battery Up to 31 Days Standby Up to 24 hours Talk Time
    • Price history Approx $330 AUD July 2017 (Outright)

  • Nokia 3 Review
    Welcome to the Nokia 3 review.  Nokia relaunched the 3310 in early 2017 and now the 3, 5 and 6 series Android OS based smartphones. The Nokia 3 is the entry level model and has specifications to match. However there are a few surprises which we'll explain later. The Nokia 3 has an Australian retail and outright pricing of around $250. In terms of construction the Nokia 3 is very good for the price. The Nokia 3 has a metal frame, glass screen and a plastic back but differs to other similar priced smartphone by have equal or slightly better quality feeling and looking materials. It does't look or built cheaply which is the main factor and especially in the silver and white trim - very nice. However it does not feel like a top range phone. In terms of hardware the Nokia 3 packs a screen equal in quality to more expensive phones, it's pretty good for the price. It's probably just as good as the current iPhone SE. Unfortunately there's not much more in it's specification list to boast about. The Nokia 3 is missing features we consider essential like back lighting on the navigation buttons nitrification light. We do not consider a finger print sensor an essential feature due to the lack of security in any situation bar actually losing the phone. This is a entry level smartphone after all with just 1.5 Gig RAM is barely acceptable in 2017. It is also important to note that the Nokia 3 comes with a Mediatek CPU which means it should be priced cheaper. In terms of use the Nokia 3 is also acceptable. The main feature is that it comes with Android 7 and there are very few custom Nokia changes from stock Android we could see. The interface is smooth but it won't take much to see it get a little sluggish to jerky in some instances, with basic stuff like messages and apps like email slowing down the phone. We could already tell it's performance will be disappointing when loaded with Apps. The conclusion is that the Nokia 3 is a very ordinary entry level smartphone. We could already tell that this phone will struggle with any vaguely demanding Apps, causing noticeable sluggish performance. That said used as an email and social network platform it will be a good looking but just acceptable smartphone. If only it had another unique selling point apart from looking nice. In terms of pricing the Nokia 3's launch price is around $250 AUD outright in Australia which is a little high for the spec sheet and user experience.  That said the equivalent Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) doesn't look as good but honestly appears to perform better despite even lower specifications the biggest flaw s the tiny 8 Gig memory on some models, which should be outlawed in 2017. Should you buy a Nokia 3 ahead of the competition, in particular the Galaxy J3? We don't think so as the Nokia 3 is too expensive for the performance. Specifications
    • Nokia 3
    • Network GSM Tri-band 3G Tri-band 4G
    • Design Touch screen L143.4 x W71.4 x D8.5 mm Weight 140 grams
    • Display 5 inch LCD 720 x 1080 IPS LCD
    • Camera 16 MP auto-focus LED Flash 2nd forward facing video call camera 5MP
    • Video Camera 1080p 30FPS main video camera
    • Connectivity Wi-Fi Bluetooth V4 USB
    • CPU Quad-core 1.4 Ghz Mediatek Mali-T720MP1 Graphics CPU
    • Memory 2 Gig RAM Up to Approx 16 Gig for user MicroSD expansion
    • Features Android OS 7 FM Radio with RDS
    • Power 4000 Li-Po mAh battery Up to 31 Days Standby Up to 24 hours Talk Time
    • Price history Approx $250 AUD June 2017 (Outright)

  • Microsoft/Nokia Lumia 830 Review

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    Welcome to the Nokia Lumia 830 review. The Lumia 830 was released in early 2015 is one of the first branded as Microsoft mobile phone. The Lumia 830 recommend retail price has dropped into the $300 - 400 range (outright) at the time of this review which we think is the current sweet spot in terms of pricing. If it can't sell at this price there is clearly more to selling phones than price. Of course you can also purchase a 830 with a phone plan at minimal cost. In terms of construction the Lumia 830 is very well made. It's real metal surround with real glass screen. The removable back has been designed really well and you would't expect that it could be taken off. Overall the 830 looks pretty good, not quite top end but better than it's price suggests. It feels substantial in your hand without the feeling delicate so common these days. In terms of hardware specifications the Lumia 830 is well equipped with a decent spec camera, CPU, battery, 4G capability and fantastic screen for a reasonable price. The screen is notable in that the images are sharp and its black and very bright when colours are displayed. The picture quality is better than most in the price range too.  The only issue 'may' be the seeming mere 1.2Ghz Quad-core CPU but in reality it is smooth as and fast enough. In terms of use like all Windows phones the Lumia 830 works well, quickly and smoothly, easy to use and logical controls. There is nothing to complain about the way the system is designed. Sure the availability of Apps is still limited but all the key ones and there. It is simpler than the iPhone and Android. To conclude we like the Lumia 830 and think it is one of the best specified and value mobile phone currently available (mid-2015). Easily recommended if you still haven't got a smart phone yet... The 830 is also a great accessory if you have an Xbox! In fact we highly recommend it above the other entry level Lumia or Andriod and even iPhone purely for ease of use, it is the value for money choice at the moment! Although the recommend retail price for the Lumia 830 is quite high you can easily find one for less than $350. Specifications
    • Nokia Lumia 830
    • Network Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 Dual-band 3G & 4G (Dependent on country)
    • Design Touch screen
    • L139.4 x W70.7 x D8.5 mm
    • Weight 150 grams
    • Display/s 5 inch External 1280 x 720 pixels
    • Camera 10MP
    • Video Camera 720p pixel main video camera 30FPS
    • Connectivity Wi-Fi Bluetooth V4
    • CPU Quad core CPU 1.2 Ghz Adreno GPU
    • Memory Up to 16 Gig on board Up to 15G cloud storage Up to 128GB MicroSD
    • Ring tones MIDI, MP3, Video, vibration and others
    • Features Micro-SIM, wireless charging, MS-Word, Excel and Powerpoint A-GPS, GLONASS, Accelerometer HERE maps Free off-line navigation FM Radio with RDS
    • Power Li-Po 2200 mAh battery Up to 22 days hours Standby Up to 14.9 hours Talk Time
    • Price history Lumia 830 Approx $380 AUS 2013 (Outright)

  • Nokia 208 review

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    Welcome to the Nokia 208 mobile phone review. Released in 2013 it is one of the last genuine Nokia phones left that you can still purchase. Although very basic by 2015 smartphone standards it has a number of features that will keep any one after a mobile phone only for calls, txt and notifications very happy. The Nokia 208 is priced under $90 outright and can also be purchased at a measly $29 as a pre-paid package as we write this review! The Nokia 208 still has a huge market around the world due to many countries limited mobile networks and limited competition. The 208 stands out from the competition by have 3G capabilities missing from others and still has the brand recognition in this end of the market. In the smartphone dominated market these days the Nokia 208 and it's competitors are living fossils which is also oddly a good place to be. (More on this in later posts) In terms of construction the 208 is put together really well, there is nothing to complain about in this price range. The rubber keypad actually feels ok and probably hard wearing. The materials can only be described as minimal and together with the various bright colours in comes in once again stands out and hard to loose. It's not expensive looking so should keep pick pockets away. In terms of use the Nokia 208 is responsive as with all phones in this class. The S40 user interface has not changed much over the decade so you will be familiar with it very quickly. Of course there aren't new apps for the phones anymore so you are reliant on what's in the box. Of course you can still find caches of downloads to try on the internet but that's not what this model is about. The Nokia 208 is great for those who want a simple and resonably tough phone to talk and text on. The added bonus is being able to use it as a notification device like a smart watch so it uses very little data. As a final swan song to 'Nokia' brand we wished that the released a high quality standard phone like the Nokia 8800 Sirocco or the Sony W880 phone would be a fitting send off. Specifications
    • Nokia 208
    • Network Quad-band GSM 900/1900/850/1800 Dual Band 3G 2100/850
    • Design Standard
    • L114 x W50.9 x D12.8 mm Weight 90 grams
    • Display/s 2.4 inch TFT 240 x 320
    • Camera 1.3 MP
    • Video Camera 176 x 144 pixel main video camera 15FPS
    • Connectivity Bluetooth V3 Micro-USB
    • CPU xxxMhz
    • Memory Up to 256MB available to user MicroSD up to 32Gig
    • Ring tones MIDI, MP3, Video, vibration and others
    • Features JAVA Apps Music and Media player Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email JAVA MIDP 2.0 FM radio with RDS and recording Speaker Phone/Hands free 3.5mm AV/headset BL-5C 3.7V 1020mAh Up to 21 days Standby Up to 12 hours Talk Time
    • Price history Under $89 AUD early-2015 (Outright) Under $30 AUD early-2015 (Pre-paid)

  • Nokia Lumia Icon 930 Review

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    Welcome to the 2014 Nokia Lumia Icon otherwise known as the Lumia 930 review. The Lumia 930/Icon runs Windows Phone 8.1 the most current version of the OS and can be regarded as one of the top range phones from Nokia. We believe it replaces the Lumia 925. This Lumia Icon/930 is currently available in the US market as we post this review, since we where fortunate enough to be in the country at the time. We estimate The release price of around $700 $620 outright in Australia since its was retailing for USD $599 unlocked. Since we've covered Windows 8 phones before and regard them as one of the best platforms around we won't cover the operating system in detail. Yes, it theLumia 930 will come with 8.1 as standard that most will not even know the difference since they wouldn't have tried one before. Instead we'll focus on what are the highlights of the latest Lumia 930 series. Needless to say that all messaging bases are covered, SMS, Email, Skype, Twitter, Facebook and work genuinely as well as an others. The omission of desktop Outlook Sync is also disappointing for those who don't want to use the cloud just yet and of course the lack of Apps, however that is slowly changing. In terms of construction and design the Lumia Icon/930 is literally the best one mobile phone currently available. Hence it is the best looking Windows 8 phone currently available. Yes it beats the HTC One and even the iPhone 5 in particular making that phone look dated and clumsy being made of too many pieces (Steve Jobs would be most disappointed by the latest iPhone). We where immediately attracted to the Lumia when we first saw and tested it, the looks, feel, weight and even size all was just about right. The 930 may be thicker than the others but it's tank like feel makes it better than the too light Galaxy S5 and brittle iphone 5s. The matt finish plastic back, metal frame and slightly curved front panel screams minimalism with elegance which the Apple phones lost years ago. The internal hardware features a fast quad core CPU, wireless charging, the latest Gorilla glass hardened touch screen and all the known mobile frequencies.  It also features a decent camera and video recording capability. The picture quality is not as good as the Lumia 1020 but then again no camera phone comes close to the 1020. Over the Lumia Icon/930 picture quality are as good if not better than a your typical point and shoot camera like the Canon IXUS which means fantastic results. The Lumia's OLED touch screen's colors and brightness rate a huge mention since it is literally gorgeous to look at. It's black is really the blackest we've seen and the color reproduction is even better than any of Sony's Xperia series. Since you can also adjust the color reproduction it is a secret not many high end phones seem to have! The 5 inch screen is just about the right size in 2014. In terms of Apps and operation Windows phones are easy to use and have all the functionality for everyday use as per Android or iPhone 5. The Lumia Icon/930 is no different and is easily recommended for any type of phone user. Of note is Nokia's Drive and Here Apps, which allow you to download GPS and road maps instead of using your data allocation to download them every time. We found it very useful when driving in the rental car in the US on the Lumia 625 downloaded before departure since international data roaming pack we had was tiny. Unfortunately the Icon/930 is not perfect and omits one key feature. There is no memory expansion slot. But the stand outs in the class outweigh this shortfall, for examples the loud speaker it actually the best amongst it's competitors. The 930 can also pull in phone signals better than any other phone in the same class. The 930's call quality is also and literally the best on the class, easily better then the iPhone6 or Galaxy S5. The end result is that the Lumia Icon/930 is a great looking phone and backed up with all the features you'd expect. It is one of the best mobile phones available currently and one you need to seriously consider. The only thing holding it back is the marketing department of Microsoft and Nokia which just don't seem to get it. It's a great phone that will appeal to anyone straight away. Specifications
    • Nokia Lumia 930 Icon
    • Network Quad-band GSM (all of them) Penta-band 3G (all of them) Penta-band 4G LTE (all of them)
    • Design Touch screen
    • L137 x W71 x D9.8 mm
    • Weight 167 grams
    • Display/s 5 inch HD 1920 x 1080
    • Camera 20MP
    • Video Camera 1080p HD pixel main video camera
    • Connectivity Wi-Fi Bluetooth V4 NFC
    • CPU 2.2 Ghz Dual-Core
    • Memory Up to 32 Gig on board No expandable memory
    • Ring tones MIDI, MP3, Video, vibration and others
    • Features MS-Word, Excel and Powerpoint A-GPS, Accelerometer, Proximity, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, Magnemometer Windows Mobile Store for Apps Music and Media player Organiser/Calender SMS, MMS, IM, Email, Skye FM radio with RDS Speaker Phone/Hands free Li-Po 2420mAh battery Up to 18 days Standby Up to 15.5 hours Talk Time
    • Price history Approx $620 AUS 2014 (Outright)