Nokia 7380 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Andrew Lim

Reviewed on: 21 March 2006

Tags: Nokia, Nokia 7380, telephone numbers, metal, predictive text

We like:

Glowing orange light; innovative use of materials; general kitsch novelty value

We don't like:

No keypad; tiny screen

You might also need:

Another phone for texting and taking down people's numbers

CNET UK judgement:

The 7380 is brilliant if you like attention and don't mind inconvenience -- in this case, an awkward interface and a poor screen. Texting and dialling becomes extremely tedious and even if it attracts an admirer, you'll probably not be able to input their number into this phone

Full review:

The Nokia 7380 is the upgraded version of the Nokia 7280 art deco, harmonica-shaped handset. This is a truly fashion-conscious phone that was designed to attract attention. It combines faux leather, brown and beige plastic and mirrored surfaces to create a unique style. However, the small internal memory and lack of keypad are flaws that might make even the most stylish of people turn their noses up at it -- not since the shell suit have fashion victims been so horribly victimised. Continue Reading...