Siemens AX72 review

Typical price: £30

What is it: An entry-level phone that goes back to basics and features a colour screen, polyphonic ringtones and WAP browser

What we think: It's a very basic phone but it doesn't claim to be anything else, and it's cheap

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Reviewed by: Andrew Lim

Reviewed on: 15 May 2006

Tags: Siemens, Siemens AX72, keypad, navigation, camera

We like:

The smart and lightweight design; low cost; audio quality

We don't like:

The lack of infrared and Bluetooth; clunky buttons; flimsy battery cover

CNET UK judgement:

This isn't an awe-inspiring phone, but it is great value for money and features a colour screen, polyphonic ringtones, WAP browser and MMS messaging. Unfortunately, it's what it doesn't feature that makes it hard to give this mobile a great score, but don't let this put you off -- this might just be what you need if you're on a tight budget

Full review:

The Siemens AX72 is an entry level, GPRS candybar phone with a simple design and a 65k-colour screen. Indeed, this is no superstar mobile, it doesn't have a camera and it won't play MP3s, but what it lacks in lustre it makes up in value for money, lightness and good audio quality. Currently available at Virgin Mobile for around £30 on pay as you go, this humble phone is a bargain if you want a basic handset to make calls and send SMS on. Continue Reading...