Display:240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~182 ppi density)
Camera:3.15 MP, AF
Battery:
Released:Released 2008, August
The Nokia 6600 Slide: A Classic Feature Phone
The year was 2008, a time when smartphones were just starting to make their mark in the mobile phone industry. But for those who were not ready to make the switch, feature phones like the Nokia 6600 slide were still a popular choice.
Design and Specifications
The Nokia 6600 slide was released in August 2008, and it quickly became a popular choice among users. It was known for its slim and compact design, weighing only 110g with a thickness of 14mm. This made it easy to slip into pockets or bags without any hassle.
This feature phone had an internal storage capacity of 18MB, but it also came with a microSDHC slot, allowing users to expand their memory. Its dimensions were 90 x 45 x 14 mm, making it small enough to hold comfortably in one hand.
Network and Operating System
The Nokia 6600 slide was a 2G and 3G enabled device, with GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 2G bands and UMTS 850 / 2100 3G bands. It also had a speed of 384 kbps, making internet browsing and downloading relatively smooth.
As for its operating system, the Nokia 6600 slide was a feature phone, meaning it did not have the advanced features of smartphones. However, it still had various useful functions and could run Java applications.
Display and Camera
With a 2.2-inch TFT display and 16 million colors, the Nokia 6600 slide offered its users a decent viewing experience. It had a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels and a screen-to-body ratio of 37%, providing clear and crisp images.
One standout feature of this phone was its 3.15-megapixel camera with autofocus and LED flash. This allowed users to take high-quality pictures, and it could even record videos at 480p@15fps. It also had a videocall camera for the front-facing selfie camera.
Other Features and Battery Life
The Nokia 6600 slide had various features that made it a versatile device. It had a loudspeaker for hands-free calls, vibration and downloadable ringtones for notifications, and a stereo FM radio with RDS for entertainment. It also had an accelerometer, SMS and MMS messaging, email and instant messaging capabilities, and a browser for internet access.
This feature phone also had a removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery, with a standby time of up to 340 hours and talk time of up to 4 hours.
Price and Tests
At its release, the Nokia 6600 slide was priced at around 150 EUR. It came in a classic black color and had a SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) value of 0.51 W/kg for the head and 0.47 W/kg for the body. In terms of audio quality, it received a rating of 66dB for voice and noise and 66dB for the ring. Its noise and crosstalk ratings were -82.7dB and -81.9dB, respectively.
The Legacy of the Nokia 6600 slide
Although the Nokia 6600 slide has been discontinued, it still holds a special place in the hearts of many as a reliable and durable feature phone. Its compact design, decent specifications, and versatile features made it a popular choice during its time. And even now, it remains a classic device that paved the way for the evolution of mobile phones.
