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Nokia 215 review

5.2/10 AVG.
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5.2/10
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The Nokia 215 currently has an Informr score of 5.2 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Operating system
Custom
Processor
Unknown
Screen Size
2.4"
Camera
VGA (640 x 480)

What the Critics Are Saying...

Cnet

There's no need to hold back from buying this cheap, simple Nokia 215, which does exactly what it promises.

- Jessica Dolcourt, Cnet

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Common Questions

Microsoft released the Nokia 215 on March 31, 2015.

We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Nokia 215 user manual here.

Microsoft backs up the Nokia 215 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Nokia 215 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Microsoft support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Microsoft'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.

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Screen Size
2.4"

The Nokia 215's screen size is 2.4 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
VGA (640 x 480)

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard VGA (640 x 480) camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
No

Internal memory is No. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1100mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1100 mAh battery. Microsoft's performance ratings are 29 days standby time, 1200 minutes.

Nokia 215 Specs

Brand Microsoft
Overview
Release date March 31, 2015
Regions available UK
Networks
GSM:
900/1800 MHz
Data:
GPRS, EGPRS
SIM card size Mini-SIM
Dual SIM No
Operating System
Processor
Internal Storage No
RAM 8 MB
ROM No
Digital compass No
Flightmode Yes
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.11 W/kg
Body: 0.62 W/kg
Languages English
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Power & battery
Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1100 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) No
Internet Use (Celluar) Unknown
Talk Time Up to: 1200 minutes
Standby Time Up to: 29 days
Physical Characteristics
Design type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Bright Green, Black, White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.6 x 5.0 x 1.3 cm (4.6 x 2 x 0.5 in)
Weight 78 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Antenna Type Internal
Changeable Faceplates No
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel density 166 pixels
Size 2.4 inches
3D No
Secondary Display No
Graphics Yes
Themes No
Backlit Illumination Yes
Zoom / Magnification No
Screen Orientation Lock No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Mute Key No
Input Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
Predictive Text Entry Yes
Physical keyboard Yes
Voicemail Key Yes
Any Key Answer No
Voice Commands No
Keypad/Screen Lock Yes
External Volume Control No
External Media Playback Controls No
Fingerprint Sensor No
Call Management
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
Contact List Capacity 1000
Multiple Numbers Per Contact No
Contact Groups Yes
Auto Answer Yes
Voice Activated Dialing No
Photo Caller ID No
Web / Email / Messaging
Web Browser Yes
Email Client No
Email Protocols No
Additional Email Features -
Messaging SMS, MMS
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth 3.0
Bluetooth Profiles OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
WiFi No
WiFi Encryption No
Mobile Hotspot No
WiMAX No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
PC Synchronization No
TV Out No
DLNA Support No
NFC No
UMA Support No
Data Tethering Compatibility No
Java Applications No
Brew Applications No
ECML / Digital Wallet No
PictBridge No
Camera
Main Camera
Aperture
 Unknown
Resolution
 VGA (640 x 480)
Dual lens
 No
Zoom
 2x digital
Flash
 No
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, AVI
Video Recording Parameters
 QVGA (320 x 240 pixels), 15 fps
Front Camera
Zoom
 No
Additional Front Camera Info
 No
Video Recording Parameters
Audio / Video
Audio Playback Yes
Audio Formats MIDI, MP3, AAC, WAV
Radio Yes (FM)
Video Playback Yes
Video Playback Formats 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Mobile TV No
Streaming Video No
External Speakers Yes
Headset Jack 3.5mm
Custom Ringtones Yes
Vibration Alert Yes
Downloadable Ringtones Yes
Ringtone Composer No
Ringer ID Yes
Haptic Feedback Vibration No
Speakerphone Yes
Apps
To-Do / Task List No
Calendar Yes
World Clock No
Alarm Yes
Stop Watch No
Timer No
Calculator Yes
Currency Converter No
Viewable document types No
Weather No
Stocks No
Maps No
NotePad No
Voice Memos / Recorder No
Games Downloadable
Apps Downloadable, Pre-installed (Facebook, Twitter, Messenger)
Included Software / Apps -
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Additional comments Also available in a dual-SIM model.

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Critic Reviews

Cnet

Nothing could be simpler than this one-track cheapie

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If you think you'd use it, go ahead get the Nokia 215. It offers a good haul of features for the price, which also happens to be one of the lowest you can pay for a phone anywhere in the world. Before Microsoft bought its devices business, Nokia was making a name for itself as the lowest-cost phones per category. This phone certainly fits that mold...

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If you think you'd use it, go ahead get the Nokia 215. It offers a good haul of features for the price, which also happens to be one of the lowest you can pay for a phone anywhere in the world. Before Microsoft bought its devices business, Nokia was making a name for itself as the lowest-cost phones per category. This phone certainly fits that mold.

Although it costs a little more than 2013's Nokia 105, the 215 comes with a camera and a larger screen, plus a few extra conveniences like that Opera browser and FM radio. So long as the 215 rides on your local carrier, this phone is a no-brainer if all you need is to make calls.

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User Reviews

Mixed thoughts about the Nokia 215

My Nokia 215 is only a couple weeks old & came with no instructions. Putting the SIM card in was a nightmare, unless it is positioned in exactly the right spot it fails to work. You are forced to make many attempts. I prefer the SIM holder on my old Nokia, you slot it in place in seconds without dif...More
My Nokia 215 is only a couple weeks old & came with no instructions. Putting the SIM card in was a nightmare, unless it is positioned in exactly the right spot it fails to work. You are forced to make many attempts. I prefer the SIM holder on my old Nokia, you slot it in place in seconds without difficulties. The clock is not accurate & can't be altered, it's supposed to do this itself but doesn't. The clock is a major feature of any cell phone & much needed. The other features are good & easy to use Less