Nokia 6010 Phone - Next Generation (AT&T)

Easy to use without sacrificing style, the Nokia 6010 offers functional voice communication supported by text messaging, multimedia messaging, mobile Internet, games and more. It's the perfect complement to AT&T Wireless service.

Design
The 6010 is designed with first-time cell phone users in mind. The buttons are large and the case, which is compatible with Nokia "X-Press On" front and rear faceplates, is ergonomically shaped. A large, 96 x 65 color display features large fonts for easier reading and navigation of the phone's menus. Meanwhile, a large power button dominates the top of the phone, while a 2.5mm headphone jack and charging input are placed on the bottom edge. The 6010 uses an internal antenna-- nothing to snag or break off.

Calling Features
The 6010's built-in address book can store up to 500 contacts for quick and easy management of phone numbers and addresses. In addition to a vibrate alert, the phone comes with built-in polyphonic ringtones and more can be downloaded from AT&T's mMode service. Different ringtones can be set for individual callers so you know who's calling without having to look at the device. One-touch dialing and voice-activated dialing are also supported. A call log keeps track of your 20 most recent dialed calls and 10 of your most recent missed or received calls.

Messaging, Internet and Tools
The 6010 has all the bases covered when it comes to messaging and Internet connectivity. Use the phone's built-in picture messaging capability to send text, graphics and pictures to your friends. The phone features support for AOL, ICQ, MSN and Yahoo! instant messaging applications (AT&T messaging charges apply). There's also a built-in web browser for mMode downloads and mobile web browsing. AT&T's mMode service lets you receive and send emails, read news headlines, get sports scores, download games and ringtones, and more. Traditional text messaging and picture messaging is also supported by the phone. T9 text entry, which is a technology that makes it easier for people to enter words and text on handsets, is built into the unit-- a plus for mobile email and text messaging users.

A number of handy software tools are bundled with the 6010 including a calculator, a calendar with up to 500 entries, a to-do list with up to 30 entries, and an alarm clock with snooze.

Imaging and Entertainment
Use wallpaper templates or customize your own wallpapers to give your phone a look that suits your tastes. More wallpapers are available via mMode. Eight color schemes are built-in to help you dress up the 6010's menus. The 6010 is Java enabled, meaning it supports games written on the Java platform. The phone ships with some great games, Air Glide, Sky Diver, Backgammon, and Bowling. Even more games are available via the mMode service.

Vital Statistics
The Nokia 6010 weighs 3.76 ounces and measures 4.68 x 1.97 x 0.90 inches. Its lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.5 hours of digital talk time, and up to 10 days of digital standby time. It runs on the 850/1900 GSM/GPRS frequencies. The phone comes with a one year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Nokia 6010 handset, battery charger, lithium-ion battery.

1 Nice phone
Nokia 6010 is a good phone. I have been using it for a month now. It is easy to use and good sound. The only problem I have is that it seems the speaker can pick up external noise. If a radio is playing close you can actually hear it through the phone speaker which is a little annoying. Otherwise it is a strong, durable phone, as I have dropped it quite a few times.

2 Good phone
I started using this phone 3 months ago and I've had no problems with it. Reception is very good and key pad easier to use than some earlier models. I especially like that I can transfer my Outlook phone contacts and info over the internet to the phone. It took less than 3 minutes to transfer more than 100 names and all the different phone numbers (home, work, cell). It sure beats typing them in one at a time.

The only negative that I have (reason for 4 stars) is that the battery doesn't last as long as my other Nokia. I had a 3300 series that lasted for days. This one last about 2-3 days between charging.