Key specs
Critic consensus
“Moreover, Nokia has cleverly designed the C3 to look and feel like a device from the business-friendly Eseries, altering the interface of the Series 40 platform. If only it had managed to cram a bit better optics for the camera, we'd go so far as to say Nokia will sell a boatload of the C3. What will be the profit margin on this handset, is a totally different story.We are hard pressed to find anything in the Nokia C3's price range as an alternative. For a Benjamin more you enter a whole category of QWERTY smartphones – the Nokia Eseries, Blackberrys, Samsung QWERTY phones, etc. They have mobile OS's, better cameras and 3G connectivity. But that's a Benjamin more. Maybe the Samsung CorbyTXT B3210 (aka Samsung Genio QWERTY) will do the trick with its even lower price, if you can live sans the Wi-Fi, otherwise the price is very right on the Nokia C3 to be your basic messaging phone that you can use for social networking deeds as well.”
“The Nokia C3 certainly has its strengths. Its keyboard is excellent, it has a good range of social-networking features and its battery life isn't bad. But it's let down by its dated operating system and lack of 3G support.”
“Packing a pro handset with consumer functions isn't enough to make a successful mobile. The original model wasn't intended for this kind of use and it shows. With no 3G and a small, low-def screen, the Nokia C3 just isn't cut out for surfing the web or social networking.”
“Nokia C3 is the “Holy Grail” of chat addicts, or the “Heaven” of texters. Even though I have a crush on Nokia's Eseries, do not consider my opinion biased when I say that C3 is one of the best low-budget phones on the market. Of course, tastes may differ, but if you're on for a cheap phone with QWERTY keyboard and Wi-Fi, then this is the device you want.”
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What people say
Only a few ratings so far, not enough to show a trend yet.
1 rating so far
Trying this C3 from Best Buy as my first qwerty phone for easier texting. At first glance it's a sexy phone with the shiny front face and matte back plate, feels like a quality peice in your hand. The keyboard is nice too, solid feeling buttons. Nicer than most plastic phones I've been trying out...
Slim and easy to use.
In Depth
The Nokia C3 is a budget feature phone that classes up the “no-frills” tier with some fashion and features that will surely appeal to many.
Available in gray, white or pink, the Nokia C3 features a 2.4-inch display generating 320 x 240 pixels, a strong enough resolution to present crisp images that don’t strain the eyes. Add in a 2MP camera with digital zoom, video record, MP3 player and FM radio, and you have a phone many will like and enjoy.
Rounding out the feature set you have an Opera mini internet browser, Bluetooth, WiFi and a 3.5mm audio jack.
With a talk time of up to 7 hours and a standby time up to 480 hours, the Nokia C3 offers users basic functionality and a little bit more.
What people actually want to know
When was the Nokia C3 released?
The Nokia C3 was released on June 11, 2010.
How long does the battery last on the Nokia C3?
The Nokia C3 has a 1,320 mAh battery.
Does the Nokia C3 have a headphone jack?
Yes, the Nokia C3 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Where can I download the Nokia C3 manual?
You can view and download the Nokia C3 manual on our dedicated manual page.
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