Push-button phones are simple and reliable devices, undeservedly forgotten behind the multitude of smartphones. Despite the many high-tech devices on the market, they are still in demand and are still being produced at the limits of their design. In our article we will look at:

• Rating of the 7 best push-button cell phones of 2019 – 2020 with a good camera, battery and screen, according to experts.
• Comparative characteristics of the presented models.
• Rating of devices according to Internet users.
• Features of choosing devices of this class.

Rating of the TOP 7 best push-button phones of 2019 – 2020!

“Push-button devices,” as a rule, are inexpensive and high-quality things that are suitable for those who, for one reason or another, do not want to purchase a smartphone. Many people need a device for making calls, and not a multifunctional computer the size of a palm. And below we will give a rating of the best devices in this class in 2019.

BQ BQ-3201 OPTION

A fairly modern push-button phone with a high-quality camera, despite only 1.3 megapixels, a large 3.2″ screen and a good 1750 mAh battery. The phone also has a built-in TV tuner, which gives a good picture on such a screen. In active mode, loaded as fully as possible, the device works for up to three days, in idle mode it holds a charge for up to two weeks.

• high-capacity battery (1750 mAh);
• good camera (1.3 MP);
• large and clear display (3.2″);
• TV tuner.

• limited functionality - only a minimum set of functions;
• small phone book.

Price: 2000-2500 rub.

A good dialer is not easy with a large screen, and also with a TV .

Who said that contemporary is a dying genre? Convenient and compact gadgets with keypads are relevant even today, in the era of smartphones. We will tell you in the article which push-button mobile phones of 2020, new items are worthy of attention and which ones have become a real failure. Also in the TOP you will find the best expensive and budget models.

Rating (TOP) of push-button phones 2020

1. Nokia 3310 - The best feature phone of all time

Nokia's iconic product is returning to store shelves. The hit new product of 2017 among push-button phones is equipped with a 2 MP camera, a memory card slot and a 2.4-inch average screen. The cell phone supports Bluetooth and 2G communication. A fairly powerful 1200 mAh battery holds a charge for 22 hours during a call, and in standby mode the mobile phone can not be recharged for a whole month. The model will appeal not only to fans of classic Nokia devices, but also to any user who wants to purchase a simple and reliable phone.

2.Nokia 150 - thin push-button phone

Another push-button novelty from the Nokia brand. The model exists in two versions - with one SIM card and dual sim. The phone is compact and thin, fits comfortably in the hand. The case is made of matte plastic, which does not allow the phone to slip out of your hands, and the rubberized keyboard is ergonomic and soft. There is a 0.3 MP camera, a micro SD slot and a headphone jack. The sound quality on the Nokia 150 is decent, although it is inferior to modern smartphones. According to the manufacturer's promises, the mobile phone can work in sleep mode for 25 days without recharging, and with constant calls - 22 hours. Overall, this is a practical and durable device with a minimal set of functions, which is convenient to take on long trips or use at work.

3.Fly TS 113 - a simple push-button telephone (without Internet)

The Fly company is famous for the fact that it still produces entire lines of push-button phones. 2017 was not without new products - a new three-SIM Fly TS 113 with an unusually large 2.8-inch screen was released. Otherwise, this model does not stand out much among its push-button counterparts in terms of functionality. There is a 0.3 MP camera, Bluetooth, radio, memory card slot. There is no Internet access. The 1000 mAh battery holds a charge for 5 hours during a call and up to 250 hours in standby mode. This modest budget phone is ideal for those who have to use several mobile numbers due to their duties.

4.Micromax x 907 - a convenient push-button smartphone

The new product for 2017 is presented in two colors – black and gray. The mobile is equipped with two SIM card slots and a large screen (2.8 inches). The main advantage of Micromax x 907 is its low cost compared to other push-button models. The device has minimal functionality - it has a 0.3 MP camera and the ability to listen to audio, but there is no Internet connection. The downside was the lack of vibration alert. Otherwise, this is a reliable, practical and easy-to-use phone at a modest price.

5.Micromax x 408 - stylish push-button mobile phone

This new product from Micromax does not have any remarkable specifications and is not much different from phones in this price segment. The device is equipped with support for two SIM cards, a small screen and a 0.08 MP camera. The medium-power 800 mAh battery does its job, keeping the phone charged for up to 110 hours. The plastic case is made in a classic style and fits comfortably in the hand.

6.Micromax x707 - the best push-button phone with Internet access

The phone is available in two colors – beige and gray; the body looks stylish and presentable. The EDGE protocol provides Internet access at a speed of 200 Kbps. There are two SIM card slots, the ability to use an SD card and Bluetooth. The phone plays audio and video in popular formats, which allows it to be used as a replacement for a player.

7.TeXet TM-D328

The new product from TeXet amazes with its power - the 4500 mAh battery allows you to forget about recharging for a long time, and in addition, makes it possible to recharge your smartphone from it. The back cover of the case is stylized as leather, thanks to which the phone fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and does not slip. There are two SIM card slots, a standard headphone jack, a photo and video camera, radio and Bluetooth. With such a filling, the price of the device is quite low and affordable for the average buyer. This is a cool feature phone with a good camera and battery (2017)

8.TeXet TM-400

Flip phones are rarely seen on shelves today, but in 2017, TeXet released a new product – the foldable TM-400 in four colors. The elegant and thin case with laser engraving looks presentable and expensive. There is a built-in photo and video camera, the ability to use two active SIM cards, Bluetooth, radio, audio and video player.

9.TeXet TM-B220 is a good push-button mobile phone

This new push-button phone for 2017 is designed specifically for older people. It is sometimes called a “granny phone.” The compact size, comfortable soft-tought keyboard, and clear and simple interface will appeal to people who have difficulty getting used to something new. The phone is equipped with only the most necessary functions - vibration alert, flashlight and radio. The 800 mAh battery allows you to use the device without recharging for quite a long time.

It would seem that in the age of smartphones that can do everything, a push-button telephone is archaic. However, there are cases when a push-button telephone with a powerful battery will be indispensable. For example, if you need an emergency phone that you can only use when leaving home. Or if you need to choose a phone for your child so that he always stays in touch with you. Or if you're just looking for a cheap phone that you can take on work trips, festivals and parties without worrying about losing it.

We present to you top 10 best push-button cell phones. New products for 2018 were selected by studying the ratings and reviews of models on Yandex.Market, as well as on specialized foreign sites.

Our selections of the best smartphones of 2018:
Brand country: European (A-class); Chinese; .
Brand: ; Xiaomi; Sony; Huawei.
Price segment, rubles: ; up to 10000; up to 15000; ; ; .
Availability: inexpensive; the most expensive.
Characteristics: push-button; best camera; camera + battery; .
Trends: new products of the year; .

10. BlackBerry Q10

Cost - 19,900 rubles.

This device is BlackBerry's flagship phone with a keypad. It also has touch controls, but looks exactly like a traditional BlackBerry phone.

The Q10 is relatively small and squat, giving a feeling of power rather than elegance. And this makes sense, since your BlackBerry will most likely be a reliable workhorse. It has a 3.1-inch touchscreen and inside the phone is a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor with a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and 2 GB of RAM. You get 16GB of flash storage, plus the option to add another 32GB with a MicroSD card.

Pros:

• Capacious and at the same time removable battery of 2100 mAh.
• Great sound.
• High quality build. It is not recommended to drop it, but if you do drop it, then most likely nothing will be done to the phone.
• There is NFC, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0.
• Both 3G and 4G LTE are supported.
• Both the 8-megapixel rear and 5-megapixel front cameras take good pictures. Of course, you can't compare with them. However, the BlackBerry Q10 is a high-quality feature phone with a good camera.

Minuses:

• Small app store. The problem is solved by installing the Android Market.
• In 4G mode, the phone gets very hot and can discharge in a few hours.

9. Nokia 8110 4G

The average price is 5,500 rubles (sales start in May).

“Banana” is the first thing that comes to mind when you look at the 2018 Nokia feature phone. A lot is already known about the new product, which has not yet gone on sale in Russian stores. It comes in black and yellow, and its design plays not only on the nostalgia of the Nokia 8110, but also on the feelings of Matrix fans. After all, it was this Nokia flip phone that Morpheus sent Neo for communication in the first part of the film.

The KaiOS operating system is simple and accessible, even a child can understand it. Applications are currently limited to Facebook, Snake and a few games. But in the future their number will increase.

The battery is removable and very long-lasting for such a phone - 1500 mAh. The phone screen has a diagonal of 2.45 inches and a resolution of 320x240. Inside the device there is a dual-core Qualcomm MSM8905 chip, 1100 MHz, 4 GB of internal memory and 512 MB of RAM.

Pros:

• Stunning curved slider design.
• It is possible to connect 3G and 4G. This means that, unlike the Nokia 3310, the 8110 4G will work almost everywhere.
• Removable battery providing up to 25 days of battery life.
• There are Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 4.1 interfaces.

Minuses:

• Only one rear camera 2 MP.
• No memory card slot.

8. teXet TM-401

Can be purchased for 1,350 rubles.

An ideal clamshell device for a gift for an elderly person or a junior high school student. It does not have options such as Wi-Fi and Internet access. But there is an 800 mAh battery, a bright 2.4-inch screen and even a slot for a memory card up to 8 GB.

Pros:

• Ergonomic design.
• Large convenient buttons.
• There is FM radio.
• It is possible to use 2 SIM cards.
• Loud noise.

Minuses:

• There is no camera, even the poorest one.
• The battery takes a long time to charge.
• If you do not read the incoming SMS message, the screen will light up and thereby “eat” the battery.

7.Micromax X940

Costs, on average, 1,690 rubles.

Pleasant to the touch, functional and at the same time inexpensive push-button telephone. It can last more than 2.5 weeks in standby mode and is a good choice if the phone needs to remember a lot of contacts and loud sound so as not to miss an incoming call.

Micromax X940 has a bright 2.8-inch screen, is equipped with a MediaTek MT6261 processor, and 32 MB of internal and RAM.

Pros:

• Excellent 3000 mAh removable battery.
• The speaker is loud. Very loud, which will be appreciated by older and hard of hearing people.
• Phone book for 300 numbers.
• The display shows a large clock.
• The buttons are comfortable and large.
• There is an FM radio, but it doesn't work without headphones.
• You can connect this phone to other devices to charge them or as an external storage device.
• There is a slot for memory expansion.

Minuses:

• In the phone book, you can only record one contact per number.
• There is a camera, but with a resolution of 0.3 MP, which means you can’t expect clear and bright pictures from it.
• You cannot set your own ringtones for SMS.

6. Fly FF249

Can be purchased for 1,790 rubles.

This is a great feature phone for those who don't like flip phones. It even has a very basic MP3 player, but we don't recommend trying to use it given its primitive nature. Focus on the fact that this device is extremely easy to use, and the battery will last a very, very long time.

The phone's specifications are quite modest: a single-core MediaTek MT6261 chip, 8 GB of flash memory expandable by another 8 GB. And 32 MB of memory for programs. The pride of the Fly FF249 is its 4000 mAh battery. Because of this, it is quite thick, but it fits comfortably in the hand.

Pros:

• Removable and powerful battery.
• Bright 2.4 inch display.
• Availability of FM radio.
• Phone book for 300 names.

Minuses:

• Contacts in the phone book are recorded with one number per name.
• Camera 0.3 MP.
• The earpiece is not very loud, so the phone is unlikely to be suitable for an elderly person. But it will be an excellent companion on a business trip.

5. BQ BQ-3201 Option

Offered for 1,676 rubles.

Fifth place in the ranking of push-button phones is occupied by a beautiful and stylish device. It is the “golden mean” both in price and in capabilities.

Pros:

• Large and bright 3.2 inch screen.
• There is FM radio.
• There is an analog TV tuner.
• Loud and clear sound from 2 speakers.
• There is a slot for memory expansion up to 16 GB.
• Capacious 1750 mAh battery.
• There is a backlit keyboard.
• There is a ban on calls from unknown numbers.

Minuses:

• The camera, although better than in the two previous models in the review, is still weak - 1.3 MP.
• There is no automatic key lock.
• There is no equalizer in the MP3 player.

4. Philips Xenium E331

The average price is 4,040 rubles.

If you miss a simple phone “a la the 90s,” then the Philips Xenium E331 is what you need. He can send SMS and call. It also has a manufacturer-added bonus in the form of an FM radio. You can listen to it without headphones.

Unlike its cheaper competitors, this new push-button cell phone of 2018 has GPRS Internet access. A large and clear font on a 2.4-inch screen and good sound will make the device a valuable gift for an elderly relative.

Pros:

• Excellent two-way audibility.
• Removable 1600 mAh battery.
• There is a slot for a 16 GB memory card.
• Good build.

Minuses:

• Inconvenient menu.
• Camera 0.3 MP.
• The phone turns off if you press the red button for more than 1 second. That is, when the conversation ends, the phone will most likely be turned off.
• High price.

3.Nokia 105

The average cost is 1,120 rubles.

Nokia is returning to the good old feature phones with decent build quality. A prime example is the Nokia 105. It's compact and lightweight, so you'll barely feel it in your pocket. It's a great little phone if you just want to use it for calls and texts, and it has a 1.8-inch color screen and FM radio.

Nokia claims the 105 has a battery backup of 35 days, making it ideal for calls and texts. Buy this phone for your children, and they will not be too distracted by games and the Internet on the way to and from school. And its breakdown or loss will not be the end of the world for a single family, unlike an expensive smartphone.

Pros:

• Works for a long time thanks to the 800 mAh battery.
• Loud speaker.
• Beautiful appearance.
• The buttons are pressed softly.
• Simple menu.
• If it falls on the floor, it is unlikely to break.
• There is a blacklist.

Minuses:

• No Internet access.
• There is no camera.
• There are few characters when typing a contact name.
• You can only assign one contact name to each number.

2. LG G360

You can buy it for 4,369 rubles.

The flip phone from the famous South Korean manufacturer has a large 3-inch screen and has a low battery consumption of 950 mAh. In standby mode, according to the manufacturer, the G360 will last up to 20 days. The model's keys are comfortable, easy to press and backlit.

The LG G360 has only 20 MB of memory, but don't worry, you can record your favorite music and other files on a memory card up to 16 GB in size and insert it into the phone.

Pros:

• Beautiful bright red body.
• Simple interface with a convenient file manager.
• Loud noise.
• There is FM radio.
• Removable battery.

Minuses:

• No flashlight.
• There is no option to change or enlarge the font.
• Camera 1.3 MP.
• High price.

1.Nokia 3310 3G

Available in stores for 3,490 rubles.

Everyone aboard the nostalgia train! Yes, the legendary Nokia 3310 is back with a new indestructible model and the old “Snake”.

The best push-button cell phone of 2018 is not perfect in the rating, but it is ahead of its competitors in cost and capabilities. It has a large 2.4-inch screen for its size, and the operating time from the 1200 mAh battery is 648 hours in standby mode or 40 hours in music listening mode. The built-in memory of 128 MB can be expanded by 32 GB by installing a MicroSD card.

Pros:

• It is possible to access the Network via GPRS or EDGE.
• The battery is removable.
• There is FM radio.
• There is an MP3 player.
• There is a 2 MP camera.
• You can set your own melody for alarms and calls.

Minuses:

• No Wi-Fi.
• The Micro-SIM slot will make it difficult for some users to switch to the 3310 3G as a backup device.
• You can only assign one phone number to one contact.
• Not very loud sound in the speaker.

Summing up

If you choose between the push-button phones listed in our review, then for an elderly relative we would choose:

• teXet TM-401;
• LG G360;
• Philips Xenium E331;
• Micromax X940.

A suitable gift for a son or daughter would be:

• Fly FF249;
• Nokia 3310 3G;
• Nokia 105;
• BQ BQ-3201 Option.

On a work trip, I would take a BlackBerry Q10 or Nokia 3310 3G.

But for the sake of the soul and nostalgia, we would only buy the Nokia 8110 4G. However, it is also excellent for everyday tasks such as calls and SMS.

The Nokia brand has not been as popular in the smartphone market over the past couple of years as its Chinese competitors Xiaomi and Meizu. However, what cannot be taken away from it is its leadership in the segment of push-button monoblocks. Today we just want to talk about them. We present to your attention a rating that contains the best Nokia push-button phones.

No. 5 – Nokia 105 (2017)

Price: 1,190 rubles

Our rating opens with the Nokia 105 (2017) mobile phone. This inexpensive cell phone is perfect for seniors. It is equipped with a 1.8-inch display with a resolution of 160x120 pixels. Despite its compact dimensions, the information on it is quite easy to see, thanks to the large font. The menu is distinguished by its simplicity. Battery capacity – 800 mAh. The weight of Nokia 105 (2017) is 73 grams, and its dimensions are 49.5x112x14.4 mm. Unfortunately, this model does not have a camera.

It's no coincidence that Nokia 105 (2017) made it onto our list. If you need a regular phone to always be in touch with your loved ones, this is one of the best options. In addition to the above advantages, the model is equipped with a fairly loud speaker, so you don’t have to worry about whether you will hear the call or not. The battery life of the mobile phone is excellent, so the lack of an outlet near you will not be a problem when traveling.

No. 4 – Nokia 130 (2017)

Price: 1,990 rubles

Nokia 130 (2017) is another representative of the line of classic phones from Nokia. It offers its owner a 1.8-inch diagonal screen, as well as a 0.3-megapixel rear camera. The phone is very compact, its dimensions are 48.4×111.5×14.2 mm. Nokia 130 (2017) has 8 MB of internal memory, and also supports flash cards up to 32 GB. Battery capacity – 1020 mAh.

This phone has a design typical for push-button monoblocks. The main advantage of a particular model is its dimensions. Therefore, the phone can easily fit into even the smallest pocket. The speaker in the Nokia 130 (2017) is made to last, so you probably won’t miss a call from your boss. The icing on the cake is the capacious battery, which can provide the phone with up to a week of operation without the need for recharging.

No. 3 – Nokia 216

Price: 2,790 rubles

Bronze in our rating goes to the Nokia 216, which has a plastic case and offers its owner the ability to work with two SIM cards at the same time. Screen diagonal with a resolution of 320x240 pixels is 2.4 inches. The photographic capabilities of the phone are represented by a 0.3 MP rear camera. The amount of RAM is 16 MB. The capacity of the removable battery is 1020 mAh.

Despite the fact that the 216 cannot be called a new product, since it came out already 2 years ago, it is still an attractive option in its segment. The screen here is very good by its standards - the menu is ergonomic, so an inexperienced user, who is a representative of the target audience of this mobile phone, will understand it quickly enough. I would also like to note the powerful battery, thanks to which the old Nokia 216 will last about a week with average use.

No. 2 – Nokia 3310 (2017)

Price: 3,490 rubles

The silver medalist in our top of the best Nokia feature phones is the Nokia 3310 (2017). It was equipped with a 2.4-inch screen with a resolution of 320x240 pixels and a ppi of 167 units. The phone has a 2-megapixel rear lens and 32 MB of internal memory. The storage capacity can be expanded up to 32 GB if you use a flash card. Battery capacity – 1200 mAh.

I would immediately like to note the developers of Nokia 3310 (2017) for their original design. It's rare to see a push-button monoblock with such a distinctive appearance. To be honest, looking at this device, you get the impression that this is a Tomagotchi or some other Chinese device of this kind, but not a cell phone. If we put aside conversations about aesthetics, the Nokia 3310 (2017) is a fairly high-quality representative of its segment. It has a screen with a decent level of brightness and large font, as well as a powerful battery.

No. 1 – Nokia 8110 4G

Price: 6,371 rubles

The absolute champion in the feature phone segment from Nokia is the 8110 4G model. Its body is made of polycarbonate, but in terms of strength it can easily compete with its metal competitors. The phone is equipped with a 2.45-inch screen with a resolution of 320x240 pixels and a 2-megapixel camera. The role of the processor is assigned to the Qualcomm MSM8905 chipset, and 512 MB of RAM helps it in performance. Storage capacity – 4 GB. There is support for 4G LTE, so the user can always be on the Internet at the highest speed. Battery capacity – 1500 mAh.

Nokia 8110 4G is objectively the best feature phone at the moment. It is impossible not to mention the original design of the mobile phone, which makes it look like a banana, especially when extended. In addition, the slider offers its owner wide functionality and high-quality execution of important components - a screen that shows a clear and understandable image, a powerful battery and a camera that takes pictures, albeit not in the best way, but after you look at how much the phone costs, you will be convinced that this is not a disadvantage at all.

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Still in demand. Now the company has been bought out by the Chinese corporation HMD Global, but they have not stopped producing simple devices, even though these are no longer the same universal, “indestructible” products. Among them, we have selected five interesting models that have something to offer different categories of users.

Unfortunately, most Nokia push-button mobile phones have a number of inconveniences, for example, the inability to add several numbers to one contact and other minor problems.

• screen: 2.4 inches, 320 × 240 pixels;
• number of SIM cards: two;
• dimensions: 51 × 115.6 × 12.8 mm;
• camera: 2 MP;
• : yes (up to 32 GB);
• battery: 1200 mAh;
• other: flashlight, Bluetooth 3.0.

This is a relaunch of the legendary Nokia 3310, released in 2000, also known as the “nut cracker”, “unkillable mobile phone” and “Chuck Norris phone”.

The new device has a more elegant body, made of durable glossy plastic, as well as a 2.4-inch color display. The gadget fits comfortably in your hand, the cover is removable. It is very light and pleasant to the touch; reaching one of the 16 mechanical protruding buttons is not difficult. There is no Wi-Fi in the 3310; only 2G networks are supported. However, there is a familiar set of pre-installed applications, represented by the updated Snake, browser, calendar, FM radio, etc. The phone book supports up to 2000 numbers.

There is one radio module, and the speakers are separate. The multimedia one is installed on the rear panel, and the auditory one is installed above the display. The quality of both is quite tolerable, but worse than that of inexpensive smartphones.

pros

• network reception;
• support for convenient T9 dialing system;
• reliability of the design and resistance to falls;
• convenience;
• autonomy up to a week.

Minuses

• overcharge;
• poor photographic capabilities;
• no wifi.

Nokia 130

• number of SIM cards: two;
• dimensions: 48.4 × 111.5 × 14.2 mm;
• camera: 0.3 MP;
• memory card: yes (up to 32 GB);
• battery: 1020 mAh;
• other: FM radio, flashlight, Bluetooth 3.0.

Nokia 130 is a successful, very cheap successor to the famous Nokia mobile phones. It is suitable for those who need a reliable device with a minimum package of functions. It has a durable polycarbonate frame, but it is lightweight, compact, unpretentious and easily fits in your pocket.

This is an excellent push-button dialer and message dialer. It catches the net well, but the intensity of the vibration response and the volume of the speakers could be better. The keyboard is standard mechanical, presses firmly and pleasantly, and supports input from T9. It also boasts a color display, MP3 and radio support. In actual operation, the charge will last for about five days. The device has a photo module, but it is so bad that it would be better not to have it.

pros

• low cost;
• there is a recording of conversations;
• strong but lightweight body;
• ease of use;
• balanced functionality considering the price.

Minuses

• few pre-installed games;
• The camera in the device is clearly superfluous and increases its price.

Nokia 106 (2018)

• screen: 1.8 inches, 160 × 120 pixels;
• number of SIM cards: one/two;
• dimensions: 49.5 × 111.15 × 14.4 mm;
• no camera;
• memory card: no;
• battery: 800 mAh;
• other: flashlight.

The new Nokia 106 push-button phone is a real “granny phone”, devoid of additional options for which they could ask for an additional payment. It is as simple as possible - the best choice if you need a device solely for communication, and not for listening to music or taking at least some photos. This is the optimal solution as a second “mobile phone”.

The body is polycarbonate, collapsible and durable. It is quite thick, but light. There are no complaints about voice transmission or network reception. The “screen” is small, with a comfortable keyboard underneath it. Nokia 106 is a simplified version of the 130 model; it does not have Bluetooth, cameras, Internet access or a slot for a flash drive. With an 800 mAh battery, the mobile device lasts up to 15 hours of talk time, which is equivalent to three to four days of use at medium intensity.

pros

• lack of unnecessary functions;
• strength and resistance to damage;
• very low price.

Minuses

• speaker is both multimedia and voice;
• I would like the vibration power and volume of the multimedia speaker to be higher.

Nokia 8110 4G

• screen: 2.45 inches, 320 × 240 pixels;
• number of SIM cards: two;
• dimensions: 49.3 × 133.45 × 14.9 mm;
• camera: 2 MP;
• memory card: no;
• battery: 1500 mAh;
• other: flashlight, 4G support, FM radio, Bluetooth 4.1.

Conceptual from a design point of view, the device is a reincarnation of the legendary Nokia 8110 4G 2018 from the 1999 film “The Matrix”. The device received a noticeable curvature along the entire length of the polycarbonate body, for which it was nicknamed “banana”. There is also a protective panel on the front that smoothly slides down to cover the keyboard.

The phone is controlled by the Kai OS operating system (perhaps the best solution for cellular devices), and supports GPS, Wi-Fi and applications. The firmware is evolving, so developers must correct bugs and inconveniences over time. Good synchronization of the phone book is available (several numbers in one contact), 4 GB of built-in and 512 MB of RAM. There are no complaints about the sound from the speakers. The body is glossy, scratches easily, and sometimes there may be gaps between the panels. This is not the most reliable device on the list, but it is worth buying for its excellent and unique appearance.

pros

• extravagant design;
• good matrix;
• support for the necessary wireless communication modules;
• the ability to use your phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot;
• speakers.

Minuses

• may spontaneously open in a pocket;
• unnecessary 2 MP camera;
• there are operating system flaws;
• presence of uninstallable software;
• cheap plastic on the front;
• autonomy no more than three days.

Nokia 216

Minuses

• difficulty synchronizing with a computer;
• many unnecessary applications;
• plastic is scratched;
• poor photographic capabilities;
• For some people the buttons may not be very convenient.