Nokia Lumia 822

alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviews about the screen and usability are on the whole positive. The value for money and design also get good feedback, but opinions about the reception and build quality are different. The reliability and portability get less positive opinions.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Nokia Lumia 822 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Nokia Lumia 822 (Verizon)

 

The Nokia Lumia 822 on Verizon delivers snappy Windows Phone performance and fast 4G LTE speeds, but it's hampered by short battery life.

Attractive design; Snappy performance; Fast 4G LTE speeds; Data Sense feature compresses data

Short battery life; Thicker than competing phones; Low-resolution display

Click to EnlargeWhile the Nokia Lumia 822 has a lot to recommend it -- an attractive design, zippy performance and service on Verizon's fast 4G LTE network -- the phone doesn't wow. Not only is the Lumia 822 thicker than competing $99 phones, it...

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Nokia Lumia 822 (Verizon Wireless)

 

Hey, Nokia: Verizon Wireless customers missed you. The new Lumia 822 ($99.99 direct) is the first Nokia phone to hit the carrier in three years. It's a solid effort, and gives you a relatively inexpensive way into the new Windows Phone 8 world. But...

Refined Windows Phone 8 OS. Fast LTE data. Great camera

Low-res screen. Few compelling apps available

The Nokia Lumia 822 delivers a solid, if unexceptional, Windows Phone 8 experience on Verizon Wireless.

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Nokia Lumia 822 (black, Verizon Wireless)

 

The Nokia Lumia 822 scores points where it counts, performing its LTE and Windows Phone 8 functions well. Its $99 contract price tag makes for a good value smartphone, but like its other Lumia cousins, the 822's thick, bland design drags the phone...

Nokia's Lumia 822 delivers 4G LTE and a nice 8-megapixel camera, and adds 16GB of onboard storage with room for 64GB more.

A heavy build and rough, scratchy call quality detract from the Lumia 822's overall appeal.

The Nokia Lumia 822 offers a very good value for Verizon, but if you're into stylish design and spotless call quality, this isn't the phone for you.

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Nokia Lumia 822 Windows Phone 8 smartphone review

 

It's been so long since I reviewed a Windows phone, that they weren't even called Windows Phones back then. They were called Windows Mobile phones. So it's an understatement to say that I've been long overdue to try one. Verizon Wireless was kind...

Snappy performance ; Physical camera button ; Can use touch screen with gloves

Short battery life ; Low resolution display ; Thick

I still remember the good old days of Windows Mobile, so I found Windows Phone 8 to be a completely different experience which is both good and bad. It’s good because it is simple to use, fast and optimized for touch input. But bad because it’s almost...

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Review: Nokia Lumia 822 for Verizon Wireless

 

The Lumia 822 from Nokia packs some mid-range punch for Verizon Wireless. Find out where this Windows Phone shines and where it comes off a little dull.

The Nokia Lumia 822 does a masterful job at most tasks. Windows Phone, and Nokia's line of 8xx smartphones, have been consistent across the board in terms of features and performance. The 822 loses the best feature of its companion devices with its...

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Nokia Lumia 822 Review

 

The Lumia 822 is pretty much the same device as the Lumia 820, but repackaged for Verizon, as it retains the 4.3” WVGA ClearBlack AMOLED display, 8MP camera, and general appearance. Still, the Lumia 822 offers all the new features of a Windows Phone 8...

Solid construction ; Additional Nokia apps ; Quick performance

Voices are a bit “sharp” sounding ; Mediocre camera quality

In the world of Windows Phone 8 devices, there isn’t a big selection at the present time, but Nokia is clearly trying to make its presence know. The Lumia 822 is a solid device with good features that complements its $100 on contract price. We like its...

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"A really good phone!"

 

This is my second cell phone my first was the Samsung Galaxy Fascinate. When it came time to upgrade, I took a chance with the Windows phone and I am very happy with it. It does everything I want. I love having the ability to edit all my word documents...

Microsoft Office, and Skydrive built in as well as the Nokia apps.

It may be just me, but when I type a word and have a typo in the middle, I have to retype the whole word. The speakers sound tinny.

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"cool looks and good price & app range"

 

good price range and specs

not available easily at saudi arabia or other countries or not yet launched

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"A whole new feel and idea, keep the updates coming."

 

An awesome phone with an OS that thinks out of the box. I was given 14 days to try this phone, upon which I could trade for something else, and I'll be keeping it indeed.

The Nokia and Windows apps work well together. Some refining needed, its good updates appear almost daily for the stock apps.

Sometimes poor quality to whomever you're talking to . You really have to have your mouth on the microphone for the other end to understand you.

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"A phone for those frustrated with the "Big 2""

 

A great phone for those who are frustrated with

The new Windows Phone operating system is intuitive and pleasant to use. The apps that were most dear to me on my Android device are already available. Everything runs smoothly on the Nokia's dual-core processor.

Not as many "niche" apps available yet for Windows. Many of the existing apps are second rate.

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