Nokia 1208

866 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Reception (21)
Build quality (14)
Sound (14)
Usability (12)
Value for money (9)

Negative
Connectivity (4)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 866 reviews from magazines and websites. Views about the value for money and usability are generally positive. The sound and build quality are also mentioned favorably, but there are some negative comments about the connectivity.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Nokia 1208 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 79/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review by: zeth006 (cnet.com)

What's not to like?

Call Quality--Usually good, though your mileage can and will vary with the carrier. In the LA/OC area, I usually get 4/5 bars and people I talk to on the other end hear me clearly and vice versa. Keys-A bit on the average side, not the best for...

Call Quality-Great ; Speakerphone-Great ; Keys-Functional, usable

No camera - Don't worry, people. Unless you're a journalist who likes chasing after celebrities or taking snapshots of crooked cops in the act, you won't need this. Most journalists I've seen use DSLRs anyway

Dec, 2008

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Consumer review by: tpbria (cnet.com)

Great when you want a basic phone.

I was after a basic phone as a second phone. I haven't had any problems with it so far. If all you want is a basic phone or you don't have wads of cash to buy a phone, then you must consider teh Nokia 1209. Yes, Bluetooth would ... Expand full review

price ; nice large screen for the size of the phone ; doesn't have features you will never use ; robust ; s-o-o-o-o easy to use ; very lightweight

No CONS if all you are looking for is a basic phone

Dec, 2008

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Consumer review by: thomas.wingenfeld--2008 (cnet.com)

Nice and robust basic mobile phone

This phone is smart as it is reduced to the minumum features that make sense. If you only need a PHONE (no smart phone) because of having access to a netbook it serves you right. I like the big watch in standard mode, the light, the rougedized keyboard.

All features included you need basically: a phone, a calculater, a light

no standard micro usb

Dec, 2008

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Amazon review summary for the Nokia 1208

alaTest has collected and analyzed 21 user reviews of the Nokia 1208 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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52% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Aaron Kreider (amazon.com)

Tiny Screen

This phone works fine, but the screen is far too small to read or write text messages. The screen should be at least 30% bigger.

Nov, 2010

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Consumer review by: justlikeit (shopping.com)

The Best Basic!

Nokia 1208 is a major success just because of its simplicity. You are definitely going to love the way you're not going to face much trouble using this phone! Besides all this its battery seems to last forever!

Easy To Use, Lightweight, Compact

camera does not have a flash

Apr, 2010

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Consumer review by: m3arounadtree (shopping.com)

Very cool little gadget!

For people who don't text and just want a tiny phone, this one is awesome! I text a lot, so I didn't keep mine, but it's still really cool! It even has a built-in LED flashlight! Super-bright!

Easy To Use, Stylish, Nice Screen

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Apr, 2010

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Consumer review by: A. Tweedle "Tweety-Bird" (amazon.com)

Not Impressed...

To be honest, prepaid services are the hot new money-savers these days, but it is important that you are getting your full money's worth. This phone is not giving you the best deal. Straight Talk wireless offers the most for your money by far. I pay...

Feb, 2010

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Consumer review by: Martin A Hogan "Marty From SF" (amazon.com)

So I washed TWO cell phones...............

I am no one to criticize cell phones, considering that I washed TWO in my jeans in three months! I had JUST agreed with AT&T for another two years as well. I thought I was lost until my nephew told me about 'Go Phones'. For this price, I get a phone...

Dec, 2009

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Consumer review by: Martin A Hogan "Marty From SF" (amazon.com)

So I washed TWO cell phones...............

Dec, 2009

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Product Specifications

Colorful connections are easy on the Nokia 1208 - with instant access to key phone functions, unique cost-management features, and a brilliant color display screen.Access phone features quickly and conveniently with One Touch shortcut keys for SMS messaging, calendar, contacts, loudspeaker, and flashlight.View wallpapers, screensavers, games, and phone menus on the vibrant color display screen which supports up to 65,536 colors.Personalize your phone with 32-voice polyphonic ringtones.Extend your talk time. Use the power saver mode to help conserve power when your phone is idle.Control your talk time. Time Tracker allows you to pre-set call times and disconnects calls when the pre-set time is up.Manage your calling costs. Cost Tracker lets you pre-set the cost limit for calls.Monitor your pre-paid balance. With Pre-paid Tracker you can view your pre-paid account balance information whenever you need.Get the right sound for any environment with adjustable ringtone and call volume.Hear more of your calls. Noise cancellation filters decrease background noise for improved sound quality.Keep your phone clean with the dust-resistant keypad.