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Manufacturer: Nokia Part number: 35273
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- The Nokia 1661 doesn't promise much, but it doesn't offer much either.
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CNET editors' review
Nokia 1661 - black (T-Mobile) - Prepaid price range: $21.93
- Reviewed by: Kent German
- Reviewed on: 08/26/2009
The good: The Nokia 1661 has a functional feature set and an easy-to-use interface.
The bad: The Nokia 1661 has poorly designed controls and keypad buttons. Its call quality is average.
The bottom line: The Nokia 1661 doesn't promise much, but it doesn't offer much either.
User reviews
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Barely Worth The $20 I Paid
by sunwatcher on October 20, 2009
Pros: Small and lightweight...a nice change. Very Inexpensive. Not a bad looking phone.
Cons: Apparently it sacrifices a lot for the weight. Flush buttons are hard to accurately push. The plastic screen scratches easily. Would only purchase this again as an emergency phone.
Summary: Cons certainly outweigh the pros on this phone, so it was no wonder that this one made CNet's list of loathsome phones. As a basic phone, this does the ...
Summary: Cons certainly outweigh the pros on this phone, so it was no wonder that this one made CNet's list of loathsome phones. As a basic phone, this does the job but don't expect anything more.
The buttons are the worst feature of this phone. They are very hard to accurately press...just the worst design I have seen. I had thought the protective film on the screen was for product shipping, so I promptly removed it. Bad mistake. Scratches appeared immediately after carrying it around in my pocket. Call quality wasn't as bad as stated in the article. Calls came in clearly and others could hear me well enough.
Within two months of owning this phone, it started asking for a security code after turning it on. The default code wouldn't work, and customer service only offered to replace it. Some web searching turned up that this was a common problem with this phone. The phone was rendered useless, but I was able to transfer the SIM card to a different one and save the leftover minutes.
Do yourself a favor and spend a few more dollars for a better quality phone.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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This phone sucks
by bnmedina on October 19, 2009
Pros: do not out weight the cons. must be able to hear to be worth the money - it's a communicating device afterall
Cons: This is my 3rd nokia and by far the worst. WAY-WAY less volume then other phones I've had. Speaker, headset and phone to ear all are hard to hear. must be in a quiet room. Is thin, but maybe that is what inhibits volume with bad DESIGN.
Summary: Can't hear, even with volume all the way up. That is my main issue. Do Not recommend, Had problem with ring as well. couldn't not get out of ...
Summary: Can't hear, even with volume all the way up. That is my main issue. Do Not recommend, Had problem with ring as well. couldn't not get out of vibrate. Sent in for repair, nokia sent me a new phone. I was hoping it would also fix the volume problem, but didn't. Just a very poor design. maybe buy the next model up after reading reviews.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Actually using Nokia 1618 - not on CNET yet - don't buy
by wtfgolfing on February 24, 2012
Pros: Relatively easy to use, but learn through trial and error, no directions given
Cons: Sells minutes but doesn't say what costs are for local or international
Extremely expensive, 50 cents a minute to Canada, 13 cents local
No help at retailer for activation, or usage information - terribleSummary: We switched to AT&T Pay as You Go phone bought from Radio Shack. Much better information and activated right there by sales rep. We now use international phone ...
Summary: We switched to AT&T Pay as You Go phone bought from Radio Shack. Much better information and activated right there by sales rep. We now use international phone card instead of long distance for calls to Canada now costs us 13.5 cents minute total. A
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REALLY NICE AND FUNCTIONS AWESOMELY
by narn3049 on July 26, 2011
Pros: read summary, please
Cons: read summary, please
Summary: I got this phone in 2009 when i WOULD be doing something rugged just needed a backup phone so I didnt hurt my current when i was doing something. I ...
Summary: I got this phone in 2009 when i WOULD be doing something rugged just needed a backup phone so I didnt hurt my current when i was doing something. I used this tons and i still have it, but dont use it as much. It works really good. has an fm radio which i have only seen on one other phone. i recommend this phone
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Good Phone For Emergines Only.
by dellguy1996 on June 12, 2011
Pros: Flashlight makes it nice to have for a power outege or natrel diaster. Simple good for ages 7-8 who need a phone to call there parents. Batter Life is good
Cons: Bad desine, keys are hard to press. No dedicated ok key. Call quilty is terrible- I have to put it on specker just to hear what people are saying.
Summary: The Nokia 1661 is good only for little kids or a back up phone. other than that it does not have much use.
Summary: The Nokia 1661 is good only for little kids or a back up phone. other than that it does not have much use.
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Very bad, cheeply made phone.
by clippy82 on May 14, 2011
Pros: Full color screen. Good reception. Radio.
Cons: Very poorly constructed. Very flimsy design. Very small, hard to use buttons, very low volume.
Summary: As stated in the "Cons" section, this phone is a very poor one. I had two of the exact model & within one week the battery cover of one of ...
Summary: As stated in the "Cons" section, this phone is a very poor one. I had two of the exact model & within one week the battery cover of one of them had broke, simply from trying to put it back on after it had fallen off for no reason. The buttons are very small and feel as if they are going to fall off when you try to press them. The volume never rises to a decent level. It is such a flimsy, lightweight phone, it feels as if there's nothing inside. This is a very poorly constructed phone. If it had been made with better materials, it could have been a great phone, but since it was made with the cheapest plastic they could find, it is a piece of junk.
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You get what you pay for.
by roxannelsm on January 31, 2011
Pros: Inexpensive.
Cons: voicemail not easily accessible. Goes straight to vm without ringing. Alarm clock rings whenever it feels like (set to 5:15 am - rang at 12:15, 2:15 and 4:15). Can't save phone numbers to SIM card easily.
Summary: For a minimally functional phone that is strictly for the purpose of making calls or returning calls - not taking calls- it is almost adequate.
Summary: For a minimally functional phone that is strictly for the purpose of making calls or returning calls - not taking calls- it is almost adequate.
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nokia 1661
by greenlex4 on November 19, 2010
Pros: User friendly interface.
Cons: Cheap plastic looks, controls and the keypad buttons are poorly designed.
Summary: This is a barebones phone made just for calling. I won?t recommend buying this phone simply because there are better handsets around
http://www.nokiaphonereview.net/nokia-1661-review.htmlSummary: This is a barebones phone made just for calling. I won?t recommend buying this phone simply because there are better handsets around
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2-band phone = extremely poor coverage
by PeterH_cnet on November 12, 2010
Pros: deceivingly nice, ultra cheap phone, is sold for "free" with the purchase of $10 T-mobile credit during promotional times.
Cons: If you are in an area with only 850/1900 bands coverage, you will be OK. I am in Chicago and collar counties and the coverage is horrendous. No coverage in many of the convention areas, dropped calls, no coverage in open spaces, complete DEAD zones.
Summary: Skip getting one even if you get paid for having it. I will not want it even as an emergency phone. Good luck if you are in areas that T-Mobile ...
Summary: Skip getting one even if you get paid for having it. I will not want it even as an emergency phone. Good luck if you are in areas that T-Mobile covers ONLY with bands other than 850/1900.
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You Get What You Pay For
by hileo1978 on August 14, 2010
Pros: Cheap. Speaking clock very good.
Cons: Keys are hard. At 55 cents. Pay phone was cheaper.
Summary: Lesson learned: You get what you pay for.
Summary: Lesson learned: You get what you pay for.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nokia
- Part number: 35273
- Description: Nokia 1661 is a practical, reliable, and user friendly phone that makes it easy for you to connect to those close to you.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Cellular phone
- Form Factor Bar
- Phone Design Candy Bar
- Integrated Components FM radio
- Antenna Internal
- Width 1.8 in
- Depth 0.6 in
- Height 4.3 in
- Weight 2.9 oz
- Body Color Black
Cellular
- Technology GSM
- Band GSM 850/1900 (Dual Band)
- Service Provider T-Mobile
Messaging & Internet
- Cellular Messaging Services SMS
- Messaging & Data Features Text messages
Phone Features
- Phone Functions Call timer,
Speakerphone,
Vibrating alert - Speech Codec AMR,
EFR,
FR,
HR - Polyphonic Ringer Yes
- Polyphonic Ring Tone Voice Qty 32
- Ring Tone Formats MP3
- Additional Features Flash light
Organizer
- Personal Information Management Calendar,
Calculator,
Stopwatch,
Reminder,
Alarm clock - Phone Book Entries Qty 500
Memory
- User Memory 8 MB
Display
- Type LCD display - Color
- Technology TFT
- Diagonal Size 1.8 in
- Display Resolution 128 x 160 pixels
- Color Depth 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
- Multi-language Menu Yes
- Features Wallpaper
Connections
- Connector Type Headset jack - Sub-mini-phone 2.5 mm
Battery
- Technology Lithium ion
- Capacity 860 mAh
- Run Time Details Talk - up to 252 min,
Standby - up to 480 hour(s) Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Power adapter , Hands-free headset,
Power adapter
Accessories
Manufacturer info
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