Nokia Asha 503 | Nostalgia & Features Rediscovered!
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- Опубликовано: 7 май 2023
- This is the Nokia Asha 503, what might possibly be the ultimate dumbphone. It slots above your average featurephone and below smartphones, offering maybe the best of both worlds. In this video I rediscover some of the magic that made the Nokia Asha 503 a very well balanced device.
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Make removable battery great again 👍
Their newest phone has one. The C12.
@@thespacementv1506 low end device with 2GB ram.
But why?
thx to that great fruit company we don't have charger,headphone,3.5 jack no sd card no removing bats,no easy to repair hardware lock, notchs overpriced..and some idiot still buy that phoneys
Bring back the jack.
Absolutely a gorgeous device, I don't know how people forget this type of aesthetics, miss those days😕☹️
If it got bigger display size with higher resolution, and better RAM it will be a lot better, and with full support it could actually surpassed Lumia at the entry level segment. Simply push the true concept of N9 Mini
because it looks like a kids toy
@@silentreader77 bro that's stupid idea, that will make it like modern phone . I hate modern phone designs . Designwise old nokia era phones were the best
Just bought it for 3$
Quase comprei um desse. Muito lindo. Pena que pecava em funcionalidade
This was quite popular here in India. Fun Fact, it was the Nokia India team that conceptualised and executed the Asha, hence the Hindi name which means 'Hope'. Good ol' days.
the word asha comes from sanskrit.
The asha is name of Sanskrit language
I see 2 fools replied here.
@@jimutjayadev correct. U and me
@@xijinping-5733 shut up bot
Every Nokia fan miss the original Nokia devices ❤
Nokia Asha 502 was my first ever phone.I used it from 2016 to 2019. It worked really well for four years. Unfortunately it got stolen in 2019.
Still I have emotional attachment to this phone,This video really made me emotional and nostalgic.
Brings back memories. I used to own Nokia asha 502 back in 2015. I lost it but then i was so scared to tell my parents so i just lived without a phone for June to December. When they asked why i didn't use my phone, i just told em i hid it cos i wanted to focus on my studies lol.
This device has excellent audio output from both speakers and earphones. I used to download songs with high bit rates and play them on this device. Ah! the good old days.
1. Older Nokia always has unique designs. I don't know what makes HMD not use their old design like this Asha or X series because it would be cool of the sell "nostalgia" with the real taste of old Nokia too.
2. Make removable battery great again. As a human being who lives mostly on dry land, the non-removable battery for waterproof phone isn't really a big deal.
Weirdly I picked one of these up around 6 months ago to have a play with, not knowing what to expect. The device looks amazing and is such a perfect size for slipping in a jeans pocket. The OS was surprisingly quick and intuitive. A full screen device of this size with updated specs and screen tech would be amazing. I also got the green, obviously ❤
the main problem is battery, chipsets these days need a minimum of 2500mAh battery to operate in a capacity worth mentioning and the Lumia 20130 needed exactly that in order to work well. Now we COULD try one with say the snapdragon 480 5G, it doesn't take too much to power it and is very low of resource usage so it could last a while. The problem is all the background crap that runs on even android one these days because without telemetry they can't get all that free money through data harvesting.
What I find interesting is that HMD has all those programming engineers across the street at Nokia who could help them on designing a new unobtrusive low power UI and OS but they haven't utilized such because THAT is the key to having a device come even close to the Nokia's of old at this point
I love buying old nokia phones and being pleasantly surprised by how awesome they were. This one also blew me away when I picked it up. Green is awesome but maybe I should have went with yellow haha
Some of it got the old siemens style navigation lol
@@victorkreig6089 mic4osoft pob got em NDA /NCA back then and just rob the whole ip thing
Same as google did on moto
It got so bad leno had to use zuk ui on a moto wkwkwkw
@@AbdullaZaki get a nokia XL bro
I used to have Nokia Asha 308 from my brother. I absolutely loved that phone, I was playing so much Java games in that phone and I was happy without getting exhausted, but nowadays with these smartphones even 30 minutes of gaming feels boring and makes me quit and delete the game. I absolutely love all those Nokia Java phones.
Games these days are pay to win... so designed on purpose to frustrate you till you pay money. Back then, you paid upfront and got the full experience
@@AbdullaZaki is that the same in console games nowadays as well? Because in my younger days we used to play games for the sake of playing rather than having to shit around *inside* the games w/o actually playing them. Got frustrated with gaming because mostly thats what I find in modern games. Totally stay away from mobile gaming. Really want to get a console, but apprehensive about this pay to win factor.
Console gaming is different because there are still some good games that aren't pay to win. Would recommend fromsoft games, they are incredible
@@AbdullaZaki So from your answer I get the feeling that a major chunk of console gaming is pay to win _as well_ . Is that how it is? I prefer platformers & story mode RPGs(don't know the actual names) games like Prince of Persia (1 of my favourites on PC), Spiderman PS 4, Arkham, etc. Of course, counter Strike & COD Modern Warfare are evergreen. One of my favourites on PC was Captain Claw.
PS: thanks for replying!
@@doncorleone9297 pay to win exists but there's been backlash so now we are getting a nice variety of games. I would say there are still plenty of games that are fun today that aren't pay to win
The quality of the videos you made and the amazing reviews you produced are fabulous… keep going man you are the best in this field
I hope they can remake the Asha 503 with todays higher end entry level smart phones.
The Asha line always reminded me a lot of the lower end Lumina series before the specs started making bigger jumps. This one in particular is nearly identical to my 520 save for some obvious differences.
And YES the loudspeaker is better, Nokia's loudspeakers always blew everyone else away and even now they still trade blows with even the biggest and most expensive of phones, oh and they're also LOUDER too. Blows my mind how smartphones breaking $1k these days aren't even 75% as loud as my 520 let alone like the big boys in the N9 and the 1020
U forgot lg v20
Nowadays they be like muscle car wannabe ranting on sheet paper specs but not the raw power
Im a lumia 520 user.
4:15 Asha 311 ( 2012 ) was also a touchscreen device that supported 3g
back in 2013 , i used asha 502 for 6 months , i loved the size and camera .
Yes! I have been waiting for you to revisit the old Nokia phones again! I am so glad to see this video that I am writing this comment before even watching the video. Thanks a lot for the great nostalgic content!
I had this phone when i was 16. People were giving tough time for it but i absolutely loved it. Perfect simple phone for calling and sms. Something about that playful design just put a smile on your face. Damn i miss those days.
I owned the exact phone, only in black, back in its day. It wasn't a very capable or pleasant to use, but it did feel unique. It even had one or two system feature updates, a Foursquare app, and a custom browser which could download files to your OneDrive folders.
I do have to add that the case, while very unique, scratched fast and a lot. Also, the rubber which went inside a Nokia logo indentation fell off on mine pretty quickly 😬
I tent to not comment on RUclips, but I wanted to say thanks for the memories.
Many thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the comment :D
It's actually due to a lack of sufficient RAM, if they doubled up the RAM with better screen , I am sure it would be much pleasant to use
Awesome, you're actually review this. I love the design of this phone both software and hardware.
Oooh I've used Asha 503 way back in 2013. We got 4 of it for free from a postpaid plan and it was the cutest phone ever 😂.
Great reviews as always❤️
Double "tapping" was more like double knocking (if it's similar to the X2 DS, I'm guessing it is). In fact double tap was based on the microphone and not on the touch screen so if you put the phone down on the table and double knock on the table it also would work perfectly.
Try it and let me know
Very cool tip! Yeah I had to tap really hard for it to work haha so it makes sense.
Thanks for the review sir. Very nostalgic 😊
Thanks for making this video, I wish I could use such a beautiful device.
I honestly wish HMD would bring back this Asha device, keep it compact, but with android and removable battery (of course with upgraded specs and front facing camera!).
It's a shame this HMD Nokia is not taking any risks at all.
I bet there would even be a bunch of people who wouldn't mind a compact secondary android phone like me!
Android is too resource hungry, designed to constantly be connected (collecting data for google) and so it needs a huge battery which wont fit with such a form factor.
I wish they could convince other smartphone maker to revive the Asha OS
Since its not a smartphone it doesn’t need to have android …but it would be wonderful if they bring the Asha OS back to life with all the latest apps like whatsapp etc…I would love to keep this phone as my daily driver if whatsapp works on it.
HMD has released entry-level Nokia-branded Android phones with user-removable batteries. Nokia C1 2E is the latest example of this.
always-on-display on a dumbphone 10 years ago. What an enticing device from Nokia.
This brings back so many memories.
Great video, as always! I would like to see this design revived in some HMD smartphones!
I swear the concept is amazing
I'm glad you featured this phone Abdulla! I remembered this. It's such a cute design esp with that size... And it's a unique touch feature phone. I owned an Asha phone with both the touchscreen and numeric keypad. The system is actually pretty good if you only needed to use WhatsApp and basic browsing, phone functions, etc. I just wish some companies would do this design again :)
:D I really want to bring back such a concept. The simplicity, design, functionality, was great for a basic phone + playfulness missing from modern phones.
@@AbdullaZaki The leaks and photo concept before Asha 501 launched were quite impressive, on par at least to N9 and could actually rival iPhone with the right amount of support and resources
oh man
thanks for this
had not thought about this phone for months if not years.
remember using the Asha 502. it was the same except it was probably 2G
it could do everything i needed - whatsapp, facebook, email, music
good times
the UI is so minimal, almost seems toy like but gets things done
the side pane was integrated with a number of apps such as facebook and twitter - it gave you updates without having to open the app, could also upload statuses and tweets.
Thanks for sharing.
Meego really has the most sensible gesture navigation
This just takes me back in time to the simpler days...
I've seen this device before, and it was in the hands of a girl that was asking me to update its android version, and after turning it on, I quickly figured at a glance that it wasnt running android but I had no idea at all of what the heck it was.
I have a nokia xl as well and its so nice to see them again
Back when Asha phones were released there was an local(India) advt where a mom asks her son to drive their annoying relative somewhere he pulls up his Asha device and plays a super intensive 3d racing game in lift and when they reach parking he beeps his super car and the relative says she will just take the bus.(they sold it as a gaming phone to youth)
After passing 10th this was my first ever phone 2014.... I had a red one ... Gorgeous... I still have this and it works...
I had a Nokia ASHA 201. Bloody hell, that was a lovely dumb phone.
You are right I too wish we had something like this right now
love this phone i still have it the phone doesnt want to give up it still wakes up the housing may have gotten bad but damn the phone still is alive i will never sell it
Owned one. Loved it
Bro I just cried of Nostalgia when I saw that single back button 😭😭 It was my dream phone back then.
Cool device! Great design! I miss the old Nokia days!
It might look really dated now, but this was hot stuff 15 years ago... a nice looking phone, now they look all the same!
I have just commented on your review on the Nokia 5710 XpressAudio and with this video you have just backed me up in some aspects. :D
Great review! Really cool device this was. Would completely valid even today! :)
I do read every comment even if I don't have the time to always respond, but I appreciate your feedback and support :D
@@AbdullaZaki I know, you do more than most. That is for sure. :)
Those days having such phone feels like I can't put in words 😢
Today only top flagship gives that feelings.
this review made me buy one 😁
This Nokia's series still be my favourite
I still kept one of this mint condition with and full box of accessories just like yours ❤
My sister had the Asha 501. It was a simple device, but very interesting and beautiful. Without a doubt it was the best purchase for the price in its time.
Miss the Asha series so much. I had the Asha 311. Thoroughly enjoyed my time with the device. Would love if it makes it to your channel.
Omg my request 😁
I remember when the Asha 500, 502 and 503 were released. I was still using a Samsung Galaxy Y. My classmate bought an Asha 501. I got jealous so I bought the Nokia X2 (Android)
The design of the asha phones are my favorite because they come with nice colors. Red is my personal favorite.
I had this device in 2013. It was so satisfying
I had this phone and I absolutely loved it.
I was so hyped to get these ones...after clg went straight to the store and bought one.
Agree....Would love to have a similar kind of phone now. Compact size, bare essential features and little bit better screen.
I used asha 503 and asha 305
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.... great time Nokia
I really wish if Nokia revive the asha series again , I really love the phone since my childhood , it is still my dream phone ♥️🔥 but sadly I can't get one in the present 💔
I had this phone before when it was famous, its so handy, sleek, useful back then..i kinda miss it. 😊
I remember having the black one in high school. Man I miss that phone 😭
I owned a 501 and 503. Boy those 5mp FF Cameras were great.
i love this size phone ❤️❤️
i remember nerding over asha 501 but then I got a lumia 630
100% agreed and the N9 is the best model I have ever used (for context I have the latest iPhone and Apple Watch ultra but I use Nokia 8910i as a daily driver in 2023). I am sad as I saw this 503 in a flea market a couple of weeks ago for 5 usd and did not buy it, as the screen was shattered and I will get one some day to add to the collection
Unboxing - Cool blue boxes... I've still got a 'Blue boxed' Nokia Asha 210. Yup, the quirky QWERTY keyboard phone in that bright banana yellow. MAN! I WISH they still made a QWERTY keyboard phone, but lol, NOT as small as the Asha 210, my chunky thumbs had trouble typing on it. It seems like it was more of a kids based phone with the small keys. 😏
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This is my dream phone I love back clover design very much it look better than any phone that i see at that time!
feeling nostalgic
love the build quality of this mobile.
I had this phone. I love the compact design.
Hope hmd global would be able to create e new nice nokie phone with good price, good specs, and beautiful design
my father had one when i was ac child, loved the phone the and still love it to this day.
I like the Nokia Asha 502 back camera design!😄😄
A few years ago, a colleague of mine pulled this Asha 503 out of his pocket and I was momentarily taken aback by its compactness.
Funny thing is, it looked more or less alright back when it was released.
World needs devices like Asha 503
4:23 I think asha 311 also supports touchscreen with 3g.
Use to have this phone until 2016. Miss it
Reminds me of my first smartphone, Nokia Lumia 520. It was an amazing smartphone!
The phone is green but during that time you could buy a back cover of another cover, pop out the green one for another color or design!
Where did u get these phones I want to nokia n9 from such a long time.it would be really helpful if u reply
love for Nokia
I had this phone and man this was soo good for the time it released. The perfect dumb phone.
So nostalgiac my first ever phone ❤
hey what's the intro song? i cant find it everywhere :(
This was my first smartphone, good times.
Yes, I used this phone on Hajj to Makkah Al-Mukarramah... The size and battery were very impressive and practical
Reminds me of the galaxy y line. I loved those phones fr.
I still own a red and green version and I also have the nokia X great little phones from a time when phones were fun.
Hi, Is there any currently available android that has similar design?
Looks similar to the sony xperia x10 mini I had a long time ago XD. I like this form factor.
Agree. What are your thoughts if ever a collaboration between Nokia and Blackberry was met? To come up with modern day dumb, feature and basic smartphones? Would it be possible at all?
Fast lane was such a good feature. I had yellow version
I had this phone...that was yellow it was awesome... Most attractive phone
It looks great! I think it’s a really good style phone. Also, coming on Wednesday is my new Nokia 110 4G! I like the newer feature phones and the Nokia 110 is a good one for me
I hope the 110 4G serves you well :)
Aye! Agree with you! But then, I had deleted my FB account. Only on twitter and linked in. This kind of phone would suit me splendidly.
If HMD wants they can use this form factor to replace their feature phones and use Android go with basic specs such a 5MP front camera 8MP Rear camera a basic SoC based on 4G or 5G preference and a slightly respective screen ratio based on the overall form factor. Which a lot of people will and might like as small form factor also allows you to keep yourself distanced from the screen.
They just killed their phone business in India with such outrageous pricing ..
The problem with that is android even in it's "barebones offering" is still extremely truncated by telemetry garbage that slows down usage, they would literally be better off taking a Sailfish fork and tweaking it a bit. Also small form factor has purposely been ignored by the industry because a lot of people use their phone instead of having a computer these days or in the case of asia dont have a tv they just have a phone. Therefore sizing down doesn't profit as much in their eyes just by the laws of averages from their POV alone
THEN there's getting a chinese manufacturer that will even make it as doing this would buck the system and the the entire industry could get into hot water if people realized they don't need phablets, MIGHT get away with using a producer in HK or Taiwan but that's about it
@@victorkreig6089 true
@@atulmalhotra2303 they are just making the iconic name look like a joke with pricing. Although they have actually priced the recently released features phones and tablets well in India but smartphones, I really want to know on what basis they price smartphones this high
Nokia just doesn't care about their Mobile phone business anymore. It's stupid to expect anything from them.
The Nostalgia, this was my first phone
Where do you get the phones?? I need one, bruv. Looking for a reliable source.
I remember playing piano tiles on this device and my cousin brother bought it .
I have to say though it is a great phone