Nokia 3210: A Dawn of Nostalgia with the 4G Upgrades after a Whole 25 Years!
Nokia just bounced back with the latest reloaded launch of the Nokia 3210. This new revamped launch has hyped all the millennials, bringing back that retro feeling that many of us almost forgot due to all-new touchscreen smartphones.
And yes, it is toppling all the smartphone sales with its new 4G rebooted features as it returns smarter than before, without a touchscreen—the same old classic! The former monarch of mobile phones makes a resounding comeback!
Technical Specs: Nokia 3210 4G
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Nokia 3210 4G |
| Release Year | 2024 |
| Operating System | S30 Plus OS |
| Display | 2.4-inch TFT color screen |
| Weight | 88g |
| Camera | 2MP rear camera with flash |
| Battery | 1,450 mAh |
| Talk Time | Up to 10 hours |
| Storage | 128 MB internal, expandable via Micro SD up to 32 GB |
| Connectivity | 4G, Bluetooth 5, and dual SIM slots |
| Internet | Opera Mini browser, no WiFi support |
| Audio | MP3 player, FM radio, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Dimensions | Compact and lightweight, 88 grams |
| Colors | Scuba Blue, Grunge Black, and Y2K Gold |
Watch the Video by Tech Spurt for Nostalgic Analysis of Revamped Nokia 3210 4G!
If you want an up-close phone review, the given video might be perfect for you.
Features Analysis
1. Design and Build
The design and build of the Nokia 3210 are a revamped version of its old self for its 25th launch anniversary. Though old designs and builds are nostalgic, new designs show all the advancements we have made in technology over the decades as human beings.
The phone’s build is a little bigger than before, with (122x52x13.14) mm of dimensions in height, width, and depth, respectively. Given that it’s a Nokia phone, its durability should not be questioned. It is more pocketable, lightweight, and portable than your usual smartphones. It comes in three color schemes: Scuba Blue, Grunge Black, and Y2K Gold. The feel of the keypad and its buttons is just smooth and classy. It is the one to give us a retro, classic, nostalgic yet timeless feeling whenever we carry it.
2. Display & S30 Plus
The display the Nokia 3210 4G offers has also improved, though not on par with the latest smartphones. It does its best to rival its competitors in the same segment. It offers a 2.4-inch TFT color screen with a vibrant display and a resolution of QVGA, making the display easier on your eyes and enhancing the user experience.
As for the operating system, it is equipped with s30+, which makes all the apps and icons smoother on the play. It does not lessen your experience, even if you are a touchscreen smartphone user.
3. Apps and Cloud Apps
The most intriguing and unexpected feature is its apps and cloud apps, which have undergone major improvement. The user experience, feels and ambiguity it offers are just smooth sailing and excellent.
The different default apps it offers are similar to its other versions but the features and the way they are implemented are top-notch. Since it is a key-pad phone with an old-school vibe, it offers the best with its range. The personalization options it offers are expanded. Cloud apps offer a variety of options, including Facebook, YouTube, YouTube Shorts, and even some games.
4. Games and Connectivity
The thing I found interesting is that now there is a wider option for gaming. It does not compare to Android games on other smartphones but it brings back memories. Not only have your classic snake games returned, but they also come with some older classics and new games that you can play to pass the time.
The super-exciting upgrade seems to be with connectivity. It offers support for the 4G system. It enhances the faster connectivity and data speeds compared to previous versions, allowing you to do a variety of things smoothly, like web browsing, messaging, and accessing online services with great speed.
It lacks Wi-Fi connectivity, which is its only drawback in terms of connectivity, but offers a dual SIM slot, one of which can be used for MicroSD to expand storage up to 32 GB, along with internal storage of 128 MB and just 64 MB of RAM with the CPU of the Unisoc T107. It may seem very low for phones among today’s users, but believe me, it is all you need with this timeless classic Nokia 3210.
5. Camera and Battery life
Honestly, it is not an expectation that there will be a better camera, but for such a mobile, the rear camera (2 MP) is quite compatible. If you have the habit of carrying two mobiles, it is a perfect choice in terms of everything except for the camera. It offers a rear flashlight too.
6. Audio and Network
The audio and network have become more enriching than before. It is an upgrade. It is equipped with MP3 features with no compromise on sound quality. It supports a headphone jack and Bluetooth 5 connectivity, so you can go with wireless connections too, making up for the lack of Wi-Fi support. The FM radio feature has also been upgraded, enhancing your sound experience.
If you are ok with the camera but want battery life instead for calls and all, the Nokia 3210 4G is your choice. It has improved the battery life further with its formula. The battery life of 1450mHa may seem very little compared to others but it is the best you can get with such phones, so do not underestimate the power of it as it provides whooping up to 9.8 h talk time in laboratory conditions. It also comes with a USB-C charger, as it keeps up with the trends with the old-time classics.
7. Environmental Profile
If you happen to be an environmental enthusiast, then the Nokia 3210 4G is your cup of tea. The environmental profile it shows goes beyond any other mobile phone. It is hard to believe, but it indeed offers:
- Free of brominated and chlorinated compounds and antimony trioxide, as defined in Nokia Technologies
- Substance List 2021
- Free of PVC
- Free of nickel on the product surface for the product.
Even the packaging is 100 percent recyclable, containing 67.1 percent recycled materials. Even the supplied battery complies with the EU Battery Directive 2013/56/EU and does not contain cadmium, lead, or mercury in concentrations higher than those defined in the directive. (Source: HMD)
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8. Price
The price point is quite high for such a phone but is very reasonable. Though it is 80 Euros for European overseas customers, it is quite expensive for our regular Nepali consumers Rs 8,850. It is quite reasonable with all the revamped features it is providing, but it would be better if it provided cloud WhatsApp and maybe Wi-Fi features for a reasonable price range. But again, let us not hassle with the price when it comes to the masterpiece Nokia 3210 4G.
Our Thoughts: Nokia 3210 4G
HMD’s Nokia celebrating the 25th anniversary of its most-sold phone previously with the revamped reboot of the Nokia 3210 4G is something many of us had not expected. But it is true and it is working to revive the name Nokia once more in a positive light, though the progress is slow.
If you are tired of large, bulky phones that you have to carry everywhere, then the Nokia 3210 4G can sometimes substitute as your main phone if you have a habit of carrying two phones. It can be your affordable main too if you can’t live without wi-fi and WhatsApp. Though millennials and the older generation can do so by making it a secondary phone you carry for Gen-Z, unless you are old-school, it may not catch your interest.
FAQs
1. When was the Nokia 3210 release date?
The original Nokia 3210 was released in 1999 AD on the 18th of March, while the latest 4G revamped version was released in 2024 on the 7th of May.
2. Where are Nokia phones made?
Nokia strategically manufactures its phones in four locations: China, Vietnam, India, and Europe.
3. Is the Nokia 3210 4G better than its competitors?
In terms of simplicity, battery life, and price, it is sure a better option, but if you need more of that camera, Wi-Fi stuff, etc., then others are better. Honestly, the choice depends on your needs.
4. What is a Nokia 3210?
The Nokia 3210 is a cellular phone first launched in 1999 AD that gained immense popularity along with sales of 160 million units. It also has a rebooted version with the original Nokia compatibility.
5. Does the Nokia 3210 have a UPI app?
It sure has a UPI app preloaded on the device, making payments easier for you.
6. Is the Nokia 3210 4G a good backup device?
Yes, it is a good backup device with its robust body, every basic phone feature you need, battery life, and price tag. It will assist you for a lifetime.
7. What is the price of the Nokia 3210 4G in Nepal, the USA, the UK, and Canada?
The price of the Nokia 3210 is approximately 8,850 NPR in Nepal, $89 in the USA, 80 Euros in the UK, and 125 CAD in Canada.