Nokia C5 review: Smart and trusty

12 May 2010
If you are on the hunt for a stylish smartphone but you run a tight budget, chances are the Nokia C5 is on your radar already. The compact Symbian-running handset looks well, costs little and can give you all the smart you need in a phone...

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  • surya
  • PBB
  • 05 Dec 2010

one week before.i bought this phone.it is very slim and stylish phone.it has many advantages like gps,3g,3.2 megapixel camera with flash.also some disadvantages like sometime network problem,handset is very slippy,so it have a chance to fall down from our hand

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    • Raj
    • RKk
    • 20 Nov 2010

    Adam Thomas, 20 Oct 2010Here is a review I ran into on C5 on one of the blogs. This... moreI got my phone a few days back. It has the same issues mentioned on the link you posted...

    C5 has some serious flaws...

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      • Bhavik_11087
      • v$A
      • 13 Nov 2010

      Poover Network Coverage in Nokia C5

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        • Subbu
        • Pxm
        • 28 Oct 2010

        Shall we chat in Nokia C5

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          • anu thomas
          • nCb
          • 27 Oct 2010

          nino, 16 Oct 2010yes u can install nimbuzz, but the problem is u cant edit u... morei am not able to get the calling option in nimbuzz in nokia c5 model . can anybody help me to sort it out

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            • Sam_ch
            • utG
            • 23 Oct 2010

            Am planning to buy this phone.Is call recording option available in C5?

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              • Adam Thomas
              • RKk
              • 20 Oct 2010

              Here is a review I ran into on C5 on one of the blogs. This guy/girl says his phone overheats! Anyone else having the same issue?

              http://routineblabber.blogspot.com/2010/10/nokia-c5-review.html

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                • SK
                • sF{
                • 19 Oct 2010

                I'm planning to get the iPod Touch 4G, and this is just the phone to go with it. They work perfectly with each other, the iPod Touch records 720p 30fps video, but only has a 0.7MP camera. The iPod Touch also doesn't have GPS.

                I insist only on Nokia phones, so the iPhone is a big no-no for me.

                Apple iPod Touch 4G + Nokia C5-00 > Apple iPhone 4

                Period.

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                  • nino
                  • HBA
                  • 16 Oct 2010

                  i was buy this phone yesterday and there is a big problem when i am using this phone.... when i use camera in preview the picture the phone was hang and stuck up..... and when i try to install a new application like opera mini the was stuck up to.... what should i do..... i love this phone to much because the specs. is to great for the cheapest price of phone....

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                    • nino
                    • HBA
                    • 16 Oct 2010

                    Sri, 15 Sep 2010Can we make SIP/VOIP call through Nokia C5. If it does not ... moreyes u can install nimbuzz, but the problem is u cant edit ur profile pic. but i can use it very will in making a call

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                      • Subhajit Naskar
                      • ut6
                      • 13 Oct 2010

                      Nokia C5-00 Loudspeaker output sound label batter than nokia 2700classic & nokia 5130xm ?

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                        • vicky
                        • uty
                        • 11 Oct 2010

                        can i buy this phone :) how is the phone and its performance :) plz reply to vicky41296@gmail.com

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                          • Indian
                          • inF
                          • 11 Oct 2010

                          omnis, 02 Oct 2010Hi everyone! I have read in some forums that Nokia C5-00... moreHI, Purchased this handset in Thailand were I live, I am using it since 1 week and so far no problems at all. I should say that the review is quiet accurate in all respects, at least for me. The music quality is quiet good in ear phones(not the bundled one), in built have stereo speakers very crisp clear sound but not very loud, but enough, purchase a separate high quality 3.5mm head phone if you really want to enjoy the quality music, this Nokia C5 can deliver, I am using a MH500 head set. The frequency level is great throughout the range and yes once again the review is correct regarding this. The reception is strong, as compared to other modern handset, including Blackberry 9700, call clarity is very good and loud enough to be heard in most situation. No issues on the other side too. Battery is very strong, and it is very slik slim and affordable with GPS and all modern technology at this price. So highly recommended.

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                            • Ashutosh
                            • utA
                            • 10 Oct 2010

                            is this set best to use it?????????????

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                              • omnis
                              • 3Iq
                              • 02 Oct 2010

                              Hi everyone!

                              I have read in some forums that Nokia C5-00 actually have some problems like restarts, hang-up in calls, poor network coverage...

                              Well, I want to buy this phone but I want to be sure before that, does anyone experienced any problems with this phone?! if yes, did they fixed with firmware update?

                              In my view it should be a good phone, it have many good features... but I like to hear your opinions, do you think this phone is good? or not?!..

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                                • XLR8
                                • Mfx
                                • 30 Sep 2010

                                Can this powerhouse withstand 3D games like the other bosses?

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                                  • Sahil
                                  • t}6
                                  • 28 Sep 2010

                                  Anybody thinking about buying it can buy from Spice Hotspot..they seem to have the lowest prices...bought it for Rs.7625 while Nokia Priority is charging Rs.7900

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                                    • Sahil
                                    • t}6
                                    • 28 Sep 2010

                                    Akhilesh , 20 Sep 2010I did my research on the phone but i have a question about ... moreBought it yesterday...Audio is not that loud but if u r using headphones than it works quite well.

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                                      • Peter Pan
                                      • 3KX
                                      • 21 Sep 2010

                                      [deleted post]i think you paste the wrong weblink. but i tested the video's you have to convert them with te nokiasuite if you want to watch them on you Nokia C5.

                                      free tip: the plastic sticker on the camera lens you don't have to pull it off it protecs against scratches.

                                      Can someone say something usefull and real about:
                                      - Fiddle memory card??
                                      - view of the screen in sunlight?

                                      greetings G.

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                                        • pussyjuice
                                        • 3KX
                                        • 21 Sep 2010

                                        high,

                                        You can't see the screen from an angle because its a C-serie (communictions like msn) for privacy

                                        But, What does fiddle mean with the memoryslot, is it bad or is this minor issues?

                                        Also you don't need wifi because you can connect throug internet

                                        greetings ccksckrs.