Not everyone wants an expensive smartphone, and the Nokia C5-04 caters to those who want the functionality of a smart phone without the expense. The C5-04 uses the Symbian operating system combined with a touch screen interface that works well.
Hardware specifications are nothing great, but still respectable. The C5-04 uses a 600MHz processor and has 128 MB of RAM. This is good enough for most users who are not running ten applications at once. The phone only includes 40 MB of storage so if you have any need for applications you will have to buy a separate micro SD card to add more storage.
A nice feature of the C5-04 is that is supports Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files right out of the box. It also has social networking features built in and has a very good predictive text messaging input. Nokia's Ovi Maps application gives users free worldwide navigation as well. This program works rather well but does not measure up to the Google Maps application that rival Android devices have access to.
3G support is good and download speeds are very quick. Applications and web pages download fast and there is not much waiting around. Battery life is also good with the C5-04, averaging about 4.5 hours of talk time or up to 470 hours of standby time. Even heavy users will notice that the C5-04 will last a whole day without having to be charged.
Need to Know: Nokia C5-04
1. The Symbian operating system pairs very nicely with the phone, making for a pleasant user experience. (The Good)
2. Facebook integration and the maps application are powerful and work well. (The Good)
3. 600MHz processor and only 128 MB of RAM are lacking and will not win any awards for speed. (The Bad)
4. Applications are lacking compared to phones that run Android. (The Bad)
What the Critics Are Saying...
- Daniel Bader, Mobile SyrupThe company has the scale and foresight to release devices like the C5-04 for $150CAD since there are still a large number of consumers who are not ready for an iPhone or Android device, or want the similar capabilities without the same expense. If I were to say that the C5 can do everything an iPho...
Prices (Where to Buy)
Common Questions
We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Nokia C5-04 user manual here.
Nokia backs up the C5-04 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.
If your C5-04 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Nokia support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Nokia's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.
Resources
Manuals / User Guides
- Nokia C5-04 Manual (PDF)
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