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Doro PhoneEasy 612

7.6 / 10
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Custom Operating system
2.3" Screen size
2MP Main camera
— Processor
12 MB Storage
800 mAh Battery
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“Unlike a lot of handsets aimed at seniors, the Doro PhoneEasy 612 is more than just a very basic mobile phone. Instead this handset has been properly crafted from the ground up to make it as easy as possible to use. Its menu system is very straight forward, the keypad is big and roomy and there are some good features such as the emergency assistance button on the rear. As such, we think it's a good choice for those who, for one reason or another, just can’t get on with many of today's more advanced mobile phones.”

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Robroyston · 12 years ago
Avoid

Voicemail doesn't come with phone, bolt on's required, cannot call or txt abroad - more money. And takes £10 every month from you, just to keep you connected - even if you feel you haven't used that previous £10.....

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Andre_85112 · 14 years ago
Recommended

This is not yet a review but more an update on the above information re availability of the 612. The Doro PhoneEasy 612 has just been introduced (Oct. 2012) for sale by Sears Canada. Their offer of 50% off (for a six +/- months period depending on the plan one choses). They also offer a bundle wi...

In Depth

Some people like to have today’s latest whiz bang gadget features on their cellphones. Others prefer to live a much simpler lifestyle, relying on phones mainly as communication devices and nothing more. There was a time when all phones were meant to be used solely for messaging and phone calls. The Doro PhoneEasy 612 is a throwback to that time.

Its main features include a 2.3-inch QVGA screen that’s quite large for its size, a 2MP camera, Bluetooth 3.0, an FM radio, support for microSD cards, and up to 12 hours of talk time on a single charge. Obviously it has a very basic set of features. And that’s part of why it can be a very useful handset.

Because of its limited feature-set, it’s very easy to use. Plus, its alphanumeric keypad comes with large keys and even includes a number of special shortcuts to make using it as easy as possible. If you’ve don’t care at all to have today’s latest cellphone features, this model certainly belongs in your pocket.

Need to Know: Doro PhoneEasy 612

1. Alphanumeric keypad has large keys and special shortcuts. (The Good)

2. Battery lasts up to 12 hours of continuous talk time per charge. (The Good)

3. Poor camera performance. (The Bad)

4. No support for third-party software. (The Bad)

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How do I delete all text messages from my Doro PhoneEasy 612?
How do I check my credit balance on my Doro PhoneEasy 612?
When was the Doro PhoneEasy 612 released?
How long does the battery last on the Doro PhoneEasy 612?
Does the Doro PhoneEasy 612 have a headphone jack?
Does the Doro PhoneEasy 612 have NFC?
Where can I get support for the Doro PhoneEasy 612?
Where can I download the Doro PhoneEasy 612 manual?
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Carl · Answered

I'm sorry that we can't find the real cause. If you have time, I suggest that you have your phone checked as it will be easier to find the problem if you have the phone on hand. With regards to smartphone, yeah, it might drive you crazy at first. But as you use it, I'm sure you'll find it easy to use specially with tons of apps you can download for all your needs.

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Des · Answered

Nice try but the calendar's empty.  I guess that the phone has a fault and I'll just have to live with until it's time to throw it away.  Pity, because it's such a simple and easy phone to use.  I think a smart phone would drive me up the wall.  Thanks for your efforts Carl

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Carl · Answered Accepted

Hi Joss. Press # key to cycle upper case, lower case, and numerals. Press # before pressing "i" to enter it in upper case.

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Carl · Answered

No worries. If you have any question or need help with something on your phone, please don't hesitate to ask. Would love to help!

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Carl · Answered

Hi rsd. I suggest saving the contacts on the phone then copy them to your SIM card.

To copy your contacts from phone to SIM and vice-versa follow these steps:

1. Press Menu, scroll to Phonebook and press OK.

2. Press Options choose Copy All.

3. Select From Phone (or SIM) and press Yes to confirm.

4. When the contacts are saved in the SIM, simply insert it on the other Doro PhoneEasy 612 and repeat the steps, but now copy the contacts from SIM to phone.

Another option would be sending the contacts via Bluetooth (I'm not sure if you can do this in bulk). Simply choose a contact, press Options, choose send vCard, choose Send by Bluetooth (other options are send the contacts via SMS or MMS). When sending via Bluetooth, make sure it's open on both phones.

For more info, visit Doro PhoneEasy 612 page here in The Informr. You can download the user manual near the bottom of that page.

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Sarah · Answered

Hi Carl, checked her phone more thoroughly - turned out that the person who was messaging her had entered her number in her phone again without adding her name to the contact - so there was a duplicate contact!  We just couldn't tell because the contact just looked like a space in the contacts list, which wasn't immediately obvious because appeared in a place where you'd expect to see a space!  All fixed now, thanks for the tip! :)

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Carl · Answered

Hi Sarah. Double check the contacts list in the phone. I remember back in Nokia days where duplicate contacts won't show up their name when you receive a text from them.

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kate · Answered

go to Inbox or Outbox or Sent - it doesn't matter because this methods delets all messages

Select Read on any message

Select Options

You will see Forward, Details, Delete, Use number, Use address and Delete all

Select Delete all

It will ask if you really want to delete all

You can press Yes at this point

All your message will be deleted

Gone for ever

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Philip Broome · Answered

1234

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Carl · Answered

While in the home screen, press and hold # to turn silent mode on/off.

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Carl · Answered

Hi Gordon. I'm not sure if I'm understanding your question correctly you can see the battery level on the upper right side of the screen.

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Carl · Answered

Hi Kelvin. Try to restart your phone to refresh network signal. Also, check your account balance, maybe you ran out of texts.

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