The whole point I want this phone is that it has no WiFi. Bit of 4g is ok enough for me to check something small online. Really want to ditch my smartphone. I grew up having phones like these in the year 2000 . Definitely my goal to go back to a bit of normality and paying attention to life and not my phone :)
I also got this phone but the only issue i am facing with phone is my contact number are not copying from my smartphone to nokia, might be the capacity storage of Sim card, and the other issue is this phone doesn't have gps.
im in high school and have been noticing that these phones are making a comeback. People have been saying it helped with their social media and p@$n addiction. So I decided to see what phone was best for me. Thnx for the vid.
Just ordered mine. Getting rid of my smartphone when it comes in. I'm sick of my phone addiction. I just need something to make phone calls and that's it.
Someone needs to make a phone like this with an App Store with basic apps. Potentially call it the “tool store” or “utility store” for apps such as Uber, navigation, music/ podcast streaming, doordash, and smart home controls. No games and no social media but the useful tools that make it hard to give up a smartphone in the first place.
i wish HMD were actually selling these in my country, as when it comes to dumbphones with 4G, they only offer devices with KaiOS, which left me with strong ambivalence.
Honestly what I wish HMD sold was the 8810 4G in the USA. Only one of the bands work in the USA for 4G, but it only works in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. It's weird. I feel HMD is more european focused. The 3310 3G was a good start in the US but it failed to take off. I had a 3310 3G but somehow I lost the phone.
Can you set a larger font size on this phone? Can you assign what to launch with navpad? I'm looking for a phone for my elderly parents. The special senior phones are annoying, have messy menus (you have to do 8 keypresses on Alcatel phone to make a call to the first contact in your list!) and in general, feel weird to people who are used to Nokia. However, on my parent's old Nokia I set the navpad to open contacts on all 4 direction buttons, so parents never missed it. All they ever need is to make calls and read SMS messages.
Thanks for this and all your reviews, Jose! One question: do you know if it is possible to delete apps in this phone (browser, fb etc) to make it even more minimalistic? Thanks
Thanks for the review! I am going to buy this for my computer buying business, due to me not wanting to use my smartphone for confidentiality, etc. So this would just be a good phone for customer support calls, etc.
im a bit hesitant with Nokia brand as i have had some frustrating issues with my current Nokia 515 Dual Sim, which granted is now more than a few years old, but has always had software quirks sadly. hoping that you get a chance to review the newly released (in the US) Nokia 6300 4G, thanks for another great vid Jose !
Hola Rafa!! If you live outside of the US, you can get the Ashas to work still :) I recommend them to those outside of North America. Inside the US, it is not a possibility sadly.
Hey! I currently can't choose between the Nokia 6300 4G and the Nokia 224 4G. Any suggestions? Call and Text is all I really need, but a bit of WiFi capability might be nice if ever I'm in an emergency situation. Although, the 6300 seems to be a little bit plasticy - doesn't seem as durable as the 225. Am I wrong?
Big Question: I bought the Nokia 225 4G based on your review because it is my first venture from a flip phone. I bought from the Nokia website, and since it had no previous service provider, I ASSUMED it came UNBLOCKED. Sad to say, it IS blocked and there is no way I can unblock it, in spite of the instructions "to unblock, press the star key." I do that and nothing happens! My provider (Consumer Cellular) also cannot seem to help me. I love the little phone, but I feel cheated! Should I return this phone, or am I missing some secret on how to unblock it. Or, does it actually come blocked??? Please help!!
The device only works with AT&T and T-mobile operated networks. Anything else will need authorization from the carrier sadly. Your best bet is to get a different carrier if you plan to use this device.
@@JoseBriones My carrier DOES work with ATT and T-Moble; moreover, the IEMI number shows that the divice IS compatible with Consumer Cellular. That's why I went ahead and bought it. I did do my homework first. Something is wrong somewhere.
@@joeowens6180 Interesting. The device is network unlocked, so swapping your SIM card should work without issues. I know consumer cellular is picky about their devices and maybe that’s why they are blocking the IMEI? Can you try a T-mobile SIM from a friend and see if that does the trick?
@@JoseBriones 2 of the reps both assured me that this phone CAN work with CC, and also said that merely switching my CC SIM should work. But it does not. Thank you for confirming that the device is shipped unblocked. I don't know what to do next except to try another rep on the phone. You have been a great help, thanks.
Hi Jose. I know this review is a few months old, but hopefully you'll still see this. This phone is currently £39.99 in the UK. For that sort of money, would you say this is the best dumb-phone you could get? Or are there one or two others I could look at? Many thanks.
There are others for sure. But if you only want phone calls and basic sms (no group text), it is a great phone! Another option is the Nokia 105. If you need a better alternative for calls and texts, take a look at the website www.josebriones.org/dumbphones
Hey Jose, what is the simplest (and cheapest) phone that has personal hotspot availability? Is it true that only Android and KaiOS dumb phones support WiFi and hotspot?
can someine help me with choosing the best nokia phone. SHould i buy the 225 4g or the 105 4g? Considering mainly going to use it for calling and texting and wanting a calculator and an alarm and timer.
It does for the most part. Sometimes it fails, BUT you can get a better experience with GroupMe and their sms solution. Check it out on their website :)
As soon as he said that I bought the phone. Sorry to report that group messaging is not working at all for me. I only use it for work colleagues but the work I do pretty much makes it essential to have...
@@jni34108 Sorry to hear it didn't work for you. Hope you are able to find another solution that works for you! Maybe using GroupMe as a solution can be a good way of fixing this issue. Let me know if I can help in any way.
@@JoseBriones so does the phone have a groupme app? I think I am going to order the phone on amazon anyway, considering just giving up group messages all together if necessary... thanks again
@@JoseBriones I was just checking this out. If I use GroupMe SMS my colleagues will need to save and reply to a random phone number associated to the group correct?
Just got this phone based off your reviews and I'm digging it. Works perfect on us mobiles gsm sim with a 5$ plan and reminds me of the older nokias I used to have before smartphones. It doesn't have the weird character skip issues and the "forgetting" that your using t9 issues like the 6300 but the text timing is kinda weird if your having a long text convo. I own both phones and if I need maps I'll pop a sim in the 6300 but overall the 225 texting is better imo. You ever consider doing a comparison between the two for a video? #candybargang 😂
..in my opinion the best nokia model at the moment..not too small like the 105 model or too big like the 8210 model or any of the other nokia key phone models..and who wants the 6300 model as it has only 3,5 hour of talk-time when it´s on 4g ?..225 4g is gonna be a top seller if i´m not wrong.. :)
Hi, great channel Jose. I am wondering, can you remove that annoying blue and white "F" from the menu ;)? I mean I see it quite a lot on Nokia dumb phones. If like me, and you haven't even thought of Facebook for four years, it puts me off buying any so called Nokia Dumb phone if it comes pre-installed, along with that Whats app. I own a Punkt MP02. I have been using it specifically with Signal (Pigeon) and as a WIFI phone / messaging. It stays on my boat and is invaluable to me being that my boat is made of steel and blocks my normal phone signal. I am in the market for a go to mobile phone of good quality, long, long battery, 4G for just calls and texting. But these Nokia's look cheap and end up putting me right off having cruddy versions and unwanted logos of companies I wish to be no part of. Recommend something with a less plastic looking finish and nothing that reminds me of a past I want to forget?
also you can use Lyft on it which was my concern. I just bought it but not in use yet. tired of seeing my conversations turned into product ads and illegal privacy invasions.
Does the phone heat up on using hotspot, please try to reply fast, as I am a school student looking for a phone that can do hotspot and mobile data so I can study on my iPad...hope to hear you soon
And if you need to okay for it monthly on a sprint phone plan with multiple users and if so how much would it be monthly and what SIM cards are recommended for just texting and calling in this situation is all I need to know
@@JoseBriones That's too bad. Do you know of a "dumb" phone available where this is possible? I really don't care to have any apps other than that one.
I loved all my old Nokia phones until I bought this one. Firstly, it's hard to open until you find the secret. I have broken nails trying to open this to access the SIM cards. Then the text is very small & there is no way to increase the size. Writing a text message is a challenge when trying to add numbers and caps. It has been designed without thinking of older people or those with dexterity problems. I am going to end my association with Nokia, one that began last century when I bought the Nokia 3210.
Hi there, can uber or similar apps (didi, beat) be used on this phone? ive been searching for a while with no answers but i guess not. also if i had a 225 and a smartphone and switched my sim between phones (like one day i use one phone, the next the other). can i get into a problem or something i should watch out for? thanks for your time mate
Again, I complain that it is almost impossible to find a provider for this phone. I have bought one, returned one, bought another from a retailer, and the provider used that as an excuse not to be able to service it; but the thing you should CLEARLY make US buyers aware of, is that this phone (probably like other Nokias) does NOT TELL "CLOCK" time; it tells military time. So, if I look at my phone and it tells me that it is 18:20, how am I supposed to know, without consulting a chart, that that means 6:20 p.m.? I'd love to know what US users think of that? Personally, as much as I adore the phone, that makes me glad I couldn't use it. The time would drive me crazy.
Simple - subtract 12 from 18 to give you 6:20. Always subtract 12. there may be a way to change it. See the user reviews on amazon of this phone - they are quite helpful and several give fixes for issues.
I am using Nokia2730c. I wont a Nokia225 4G. The question is, it possible to play RUclips videos on a browser equipped with Nokia225 4G？My Nokia2730c can't play RUclips videos in the browser. When it comes to the price diffence between Nokia6300 4G and 225 4G is less than 10dollars. I would like to buy 225 4G if I can play RUclips, but is it better to buy 6300 4G？
If you want to play RUclips, the Nokia 6300 4G is a better option. The 225 won’t play them reliably or sometimes it just won’t at all. The browser is too basic for it.
@@JoseBriones Thanks fo your response. I don’t want to use RUclips playbac as the main, I want a mobile phone that is fun to have. Is it okay to understand that Nokia225 4G is a product that Nokia2730c support 4G？Of course the size is different. Fo Japan, Softbank Japan sells a very inexpensive product based on AndroidOS called Simply 603SI, a feature phone that is roughly the same size as the Nokia6300 4G. However, the product cannot play any games. However, you can browser SNS such as RUclips,Facebook and Twitter with yourbrowser. The only good thing aboutthat product it is that supports Japanese, but I can enjoy those SNS. A credit card-saizd mobile phone called Nichiephone-S that can only use calls and SMS is also solid in Japan, and I also have a Nichiephone-S 4G that dose not support 4G voice(VoKTE). What I want is a phone that is fun to own. I’m curious that other RUclipsrs have told me that Nokia6300 4G pratform KaiOS can’t uninstall apps？ I dont have a personal computer. If Nokia225 4G is a product that support 2730c 4G, I think that 225 is not dissatisfied personally. I think it’s rude to ask a question and not follow the advice, but choose and buy a Nokia6300 4G, 225 4G, Simply 603SI and Nichiephone-S+(VoLTE compatible) that I will not regret I think that I want to do it. I am very gratefl to you. Thinks.
@@Tenrakucyui I understand :). I think you should give it a try and see which one fits your use best. The Nokia 6300 cannot uninstall apps unless you have an international version and a PC.
Very similar thoughts for every KaiOS device (check my 8110 walkthrough for those thoughts in depth). They are worth the price if you are willing to deal with their app ecosystem, until KaiOS 3.0 is released we won’t have a clear answers as if there is true value in KaiOS, for now its a decent replacement for transition devices, but it lacks in some areas and needs for people.
@@JoseBriones Thanks! I bought it today and played around a bit, I really like it at the moment. Might change when using it more but right now it feels good. The size is perfect. And with Wifi and hotspot its easy to bring a smartphone if needed and connect to the internet. Thanks for the answer:)
@@JoseBriones Hi again, I actually returned the 6300 4g yesterday. I have a question about this phone, do you now if this phone (225 4g) have sound profiles? Like the old nokias? because 220 4g did not have that. Thank you!
Hi Jose. This Nokia 225 4g has bluetooth auto answer without touching any key? I am bedridden and can hardly move. If it has that function, is it what part of the cell phone can I find it?
It has basic 4G connectivity. It’s fast enough, but using the browser is not easy and it sometimes can be slow just because of the operating system of the phone
Hi José, I read in a review for the Nokia 220 that the calendar will only save 25 entries/appointments. I haven't been able to find any source stating how big the memory for the calendar is for the 225. Do you know of the 225 has the same limited memory for calendar entries? This would be a deal breaker for me, meaning I'd have to resort to the the much more expensive punkt mp02.
The limitation for 25 entries is present. I just tried right now and after 20 or so entries, I got "Calendar Full." I am sorry :(. As a workaround, I recommend you look into getting your calendar appointments delivered by text, this can be a better solution for you than having them on the phone. Just a recommendation :)
@@JoseBriones Thanks for trying that out! By getting calendar appointments delivered by text, do you mean how for instance Outlook and Google calendar can send reminders of upcoming appointments? That would indeed solve part of my problem, but then I still wouldn't have an overview of when I will and won't be available on my phone. I think I'm just gonna go for the punkt; I've been eyeing it for a while now, and I think I'm able to justify buying it now:)
lol I have this phone in 2023 and im almost 14. ill be getting an iPhone XR but I personally like 225 a lot just one thing, dont use the earbuds. they have no foam or whatever, just plastic in which is very uncomfortable and the quality is quite bad
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Happy to make you realize that you do a good service, Jose!
Thank you, Jose.. I love your review.. Does it have Tethering or Hotspot capability.?
@@earlanthonym29ph It does not
Thank you so much, sir.. I am looking for one with that capability.. please let me know if you have some recommendations..
This phone is STUPID because it won't let me save contacts.
The whole point I want this phone is that it has no WiFi. Bit of 4g is ok enough for me to check something small online. Really want to ditch my smartphone. I grew up having phones like these in the year 2000 . Definitely my goal to go back to a bit of normality and paying attention to life and not my phone :)
Omg, i'm not alone!! Same thinking :D Laura Lee do you marry me?:D
I also got this phone but the only issue i am facing with phone is my contact number are not copying from my smartphone to nokia, might be the capacity storage of Sim card, and the other issue is this phone doesn't have gps.
@@PamirTv I did a vCard export and then imported that off the memory card. Worked well. Sim can’t hold that many contacts.
What phone did you get?
The wifi he mentioned is used for calling, not for internet, whatsapp or social media..
im in high school and have been noticing that these phones are making a comeback. People have been saying it helped with their social media and p@$n addiction. So I decided to see what phone was best for me. Thnx for the vid.
Just ordered mine. Getting rid of my smartphone when it comes in. I'm sick of my phone addiction. I just need something to make phone calls and that's it.
This will be great if phone calls its it for you :)
Hi i'm seeing this two years later. Curious if you're back on smart phones
Well, for an old duffer like me, who has always had a simple flip phone, this is just what and only what I need. Thanks for confirming!
Glad you found a phone for you!
Does it have RUclips? I need a phone Without RUclips for detox
Someone needs to make a phone like this with an App Store with basic apps. Potentially call it the “tool store” or “utility store” for apps such as Uber, navigation, music/ podcast streaming, doordash, and smart home controls. No games and no social media but the useful tools that make it hard to give up a smartphone in the first place.
This is the dream. The Light Phone 2 is close, but of course missing doordash, uber, and navigation for now. Hoping for 2021 to work out :)
I just read that both Uber and Lyft can be accessed THROUGH THE BROWSER. no app necessary. See if you can use the others on a computer browser.
I bought this device in Egypt, it's the middle east version
And works well
I bought based on your review
شبكته حلوه ؟ وصوته ف المكالمات ؟ والبطاريه ؟
Very good, i bought it here as well. But opera mini is not working. did it work for you ?
@@OmarHerrawi opera is blocked in Egypt
when i used the function to make the photos clearer some of them disappeared from the sd memory card
..as it has 4g downloading mp3s when browsing goes fast and the phone has also picture editing function to make the pictures for example sharper..
i wish HMD were actually selling these in my country, as when it comes to dumbphones with 4G, they only offer devices with KaiOS, which left me with strong ambivalence.
Honestly what I wish HMD sold was the 8810 4G in the USA. Only one of the bands work in the USA for 4G, but it only works in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. It's weird. I feel HMD is more european focused. The 3310 3G was a good start in the US but it failed to take off. I had a 3310 3G but somehow I lost the phone.
@@seanbrosnan2074 Maybe a 6300 will work for you? It's KaiOS but it's really similar to this
@@certifiedbruhmoment85 KaiOS is really bad. It gets laggy over time.
Can you set a larger font size on this phone?
Can you assign what to launch with navpad?
I'm looking for a phone for my elderly parents. The special senior phones are annoying, have messy menus (you have to do 8 keypresses on Alcatel phone to make a call to the first contact in your list!) and in general, feel weird to people who are used to Nokia. However, on my parent's old Nokia I set the navpad to open contacts on all 4 direction buttons, so parents never missed it. All they ever need is to make calls and read SMS messages.
Thanks for this and all your reviews, Jose! One question: do you know if it is possible to delete apps in this phone (browser, fb etc) to make it even more minimalistic? Thanks
Not possible to delete apps :(
@@JoseBriones Obrigado!
@@JoseBriones do you know of a simple 4g phone that could replace this one, but without any apps?
@@willek1335 Mudita Pure, Punkt MP02, and Light Phone, and Sunbeam F1. Only ones that are super simple with no apps.
@@JoseBriones Much appreciated.
I dont need any.I'm here to appreciate you,for giving back these minimalistic devices to the community.Thnaks
Thanks for the review! I am going to buy this for my computer buying business, due to me not wanting to use my smartphone for confidentiality, etc. So this would just be a good phone for customer support calls, etc.
Awesome!! Glad I helped :). If there is anything else I can help with, please let me know :D
im a bit hesitant with Nokia brand as i have had some frustrating issues with my current Nokia 515 Dual Sim, which granted is now more than a few years old, but has always had software quirks sadly. hoping that you get a chance to review the newly released (in the US) Nokia 6300 4G, thanks for another great vid Jose !
Nokia 6300 is on its way!
Wish this was on the ATT whitelist! Nervous about the 3G shutdown and VoLTE...
I absolutely loved the Nokia Asha series design and feel, I'm looking for one that is similar, do you have any ideas?
Hola Rafa!! If you live outside of the US, you can get the Ashas to work still :) I recommend them to those outside of North America. Inside the US, it is not a possibility sadly.
The only reason why I got this phone was to give to my younger brother for a first phone to contact him in case of emergencies.
Hey! I currently can't choose between the Nokia 6300 4G and the Nokia 224 4G. Any suggestions? Call and Text is all I really need, but a bit of WiFi capability might be nice if ever I'm in an emergency situation. Although, the 6300 seems to be a little bit plasticy - doesn't seem as durable as the 225. Am I wrong?
privacy-wise, the 225 is a much better bet if you're looking to get out of google's clutches
@@bbseal6174 i.e. the matrix
Was really hoping you’d do this phone!
It is done!
These are great, few weeks and you forget your smartphone. I still use desktops for most stuff so its ideal.
Big Question: I bought the Nokia 225 4G based on your review because it is my first venture from a flip phone. I bought from the Nokia website, and since it had no previous service provider, I ASSUMED it came UNBLOCKED. Sad to say, it IS blocked and there is no way I can unblock it, in spite of the instructions "to unblock, press the star key." I do that and nothing happens! My provider (Consumer Cellular) also cannot seem to help me. I love the little phone, but I feel cheated! Should I return this phone, or am I missing some secret on how to unblock it. Or, does it actually come blocked??? Please help!!
The device only works with AT&T and T-mobile operated networks. Anything else will need authorization from the carrier sadly. Your best bet is to get a different carrier if you plan to use this device.
@@JoseBriones My carrier DOES work with ATT and T-Moble; moreover, the IEMI number shows that the divice IS compatible with Consumer Cellular. That's why I went ahead and bought it. I did do my homework first. Something is wrong somewhere.
@@joeowens6180 Interesting. The device is network unlocked, so swapping your SIM card should work without issues. I know consumer cellular is picky about their devices and maybe that’s why they are blocking the IMEI? Can you try a T-mobile SIM from a friend and see if that does the trick?
@@JoseBriones 2 of the reps both assured me that this phone CAN work with CC, and also said that merely switching my CC SIM should work. But it does not. Thank you for confirming that the device is shipped unblocked. I don't know what to do next except to try another rep on the phone. You have been a great help, thanks.
@@joeowens6180 No problem. If you need anything else, don't hesitate to message here, email, or on the dumbphone subreddit.
What to choose maxcom MK241 or Nokia flip 2660
Hello, call timer no showing . on going call ,is there any option to switch on
How about connectivity? Did support wifi also? 🤔
No Wi-Fi
Hi can you show me the font size of the name of an incoming call? I hv heard that the name could be seen hardly, very small font size.
It is tiny. I don’t have the device with me anymore, but I do remember it being very small.
New F4L is the lip phone you recommend? Can you state the name in description so I can get the full name correctly.
Nuu F4L
Hi. After add number to block i just need to unblock this number from messages?
Hi Jose. I know this review is a few months old, but hopefully you'll still see this. This phone is currently £39.99 in the UK. For that sort of money, would you say this is the best dumb-phone you could get? Or are there one or two others I could look at? Many thanks.
There are others for sure. But if you only want phone calls and basic sms (no group text), it is a great phone! Another option is the Nokia 105. If you need a better alternative for calls and texts, take a look at the website www.josebriones.org/dumbphones
Hey Jose, what is the simplest (and cheapest) phone that has personal hotspot availability? Is it true that only Android and KaiOS dumb phones support WiFi and hotspot?
Yes. It is true that only KaiOS and Android support hotspot at the moment. A Nokia 2780 or a Sunbeam F1 could be the solution.
I know I am barely going to use this so I am not worried much about the specs. But can it plan music well?
It can :)
can someine help me with choosing the best nokia phone. SHould i buy the 225 4g or the 105 4g? Considering mainly going to use it for calling and texting and wanting a calculator and an alarm and timer.
Either its fine.
does the dual sim version work in the US? thanks
Nope :(
Thank you for the video. What kind of browser does this have?
Opera MIni
Do you know if it can download java games through the browser like the older Nokia phones?
@@rjnc60 It cannot
Excellent video! Do you know if the phone has hotspot or tethering capabilities?
I have one, it doesn’t have these features
As Jay said, it does not
group messaging works?? I have been searching for a feature phone that will let me group message
It does for the most part. Sometimes it fails, BUT you can get a better experience with GroupMe and their sms solution. Check it out on their website :)
As soon as he said that I bought the phone. Sorry to report that group messaging is not working at all for me. I only use it for work colleagues but the work I do pretty much makes it essential to have...
@@jni34108 Sorry to hear it didn't work for you. Hope you are able to find another solution that works for you! Maybe using GroupMe as a solution can be a good way of fixing this issue. Let me know if I can help in any way.
@@JoseBriones so does the phone have a groupme app? I think I am going to order the phone on amazon anyway, considering just giving up group messages all together if necessary... thanks again
@@JoseBriones I was just checking this out. If I use GroupMe SMS my colleagues will need to save and reply to a random phone number associated to the group correct?
Thanks for the review! Does it have WhatsApp support?
No. It does not.
How's the Facebook app? Is it fast? Does it have messenger?
It works as with any web app. It does have access to basic messenger
@@JoseBriones Thanks for the fast reply!
Just got this phone earlier. May I know how's the battery life for you?
2-3 days.
@@JoseBriones oh, so it doesn't last too long. I'll observe mine as well.
How is the google maps GPS on the 225 vs the 6300 google maps GPS?
6300 is miles ahead. The 225 is barely functional.
@@JoseBriones Thanks! You got your self a new subscriber, sir! :-D
Just got this phone based off your reviews and I'm digging it. Works perfect on us mobiles gsm sim with a 5$ plan and reminds me of the older nokias I used to have before smartphones. It doesn't have the weird character skip issues and the "forgetting" that your using t9 issues like the 6300 but the text timing is kinda weird if your having a long text convo. I own both phones and if I need maps I'll pop a sim in the 6300 but overall the 225 texting is better imo. You ever consider doing a comparison between the two for a video? #candybargang 😂
I might. Not a bad idea to do a comparison
can you check when the bus is coming on maps on the nokia 6300
..in my opinion the best nokia model at the moment..not too small like the 105 model or too big like the 8210 model or any of the other nokia key phone models..and who wants the 6300 model as it has only 3,5 hour of talk-time when it´s on 4g ?..225 4g is gonna be a top seller if i´m not wrong.. :)
Hi, great channel Jose. I am wondering, can you remove that annoying blue and white "F" from the menu ;)? I mean I see it quite a lot on Nokia dumb phones. If like me, and you haven't even thought of Facebook for four years, it puts me off buying any so called Nokia Dumb phone if it comes pre-installed, along with that Whats app. I own a Punkt MP02. I have been using it specifically with Signal (Pigeon) and as a WIFI phone / messaging. It stays on my boat and is invaluable to me being that my boat is made of steel and blocks my normal phone signal. I am in the market for a go to mobile phone of good quality, long, long battery, 4G for just calls and texting. But these Nokia's look cheap and end up putting me right off having cruddy versions and unwanted logos of companies I wish to be no part of. Recommend something with a less plastic looking finish and nothing that reminds me of a past I want to forget?
also you can use Lyft on it which was my concern. I just bought it but not in use yet. tired of seeing my conversations turned into product ads and illegal privacy invasions.
You can’t use Lyft with this.
@@JoseBriones you can use by using browser, not an app.
can it use apps like a banking app spotify app and what’s app ??
No
Is that phone have a bluetooth and a camera?
Does the phone heat up on using hotspot, please try to reply fast, as I am a school student looking for a phone that can do hotspot and mobile data so I can study on my iPad...hope to hear you soon
This phone does not have hotspot. Look into Nokia 6300 4G, Jio phone 2, ZMI Z1, AGM M5 for hostpot
would love to see a review on the Nokia 800 tough!
Hoping to get my hands on one of those this year
What's the best color for mobile?
Please tell me how to share internet from Nokia 225 or Nokia 215.
You cannot sadly.
Please tell me whether RUclips playlist will work smoothly ? How is the audio quality over a quality earbuds/earphones ?
No. RUclips is not smooth on this device. Mp3s work, but I won't use it as my main music device.
Can you text without WiFi and is it compatible with texting in the u.s and with ios Apple phone users
And if you need to okay for it monthly on a sprint phone plan with multiple users and if so how much would it be monthly and what SIM cards are recommended for just texting and calling in this situation is all I need to know
Oh and will it work with one sim
Doesn’t work on Sprint.
@@JoseBriones ty but is there anything you can do
I meant able*
Is there any way to put "Signal" the messaging app on this phone? That's all I really want.
Not possible.
@@JoseBriones That's too bad. Do you know of a "dumb" phone available where this is possible? I really don't care to have any apps other than that one.
@@Scott86e86e You need to check my dumbphone finder. Punkt MP02, AGM M7, Xiaomi F21 Pro, etc.
www.josebriones.org/dumbphones
I loved all my old Nokia phones until I bought this one. Firstly, it's hard to open until you find the secret. I have broken nails trying to open this to access the SIM cards. Then the text is very small & there is no way to increase the size. Writing a text message is a challenge when trying to add numbers and caps. It has been designed without thinking of older people or those with dexterity problems. I am going to end my association with Nokia, one that began last century when I bought the Nokia 3210.
Bro how is battery backup? In days ?
3 days
Hi there, can uber or similar apps (didi, beat) be used on this phone? ive been searching for a while with no answers but i guess not.
also if i had a 225 and a smartphone and switched my sim between phones (like one day i use one phone, the next the other). can i get into a problem or something i should watch out for? thanks for your time mate
No apps for this phone. You can swap sim cards without issues, so no worries :)
Can I save photos against phone contacts so that when I get calls from them photo appears on screen with incoming calls?? Is it possible??
Not possible as far as I know.
Hmmmm...wonder if it'll work with MetroPCS 🤔
Any idea, if I can use this cellphone in Canada ..?
You should be able to. I know we have reports of it working on Bell. But that’s all I know.
@@JoseBriones thank you for the information.
Does it have hotspot capability?
It does not.
hey.. how to disable screen lock in nokia 225??
Is there any option to change font size of caller screen. In nokia 225 4g
Not that I am aware.
Does the alarm clock work even when the phone is off?
It does not
Hi , can I change the font size in this phone???
Sadly. No.
@@JoseBriones
Okay thanks for your response ,
Can we connect to internet on a computer via this phone?
No. No tethering on the phone
Your reviews are very good
Again, I complain that it is almost impossible to find a provider for this phone. I have bought one, returned one, bought another from a retailer, and the provider used that as an excuse not to be able to service it; but the thing you should CLEARLY make US buyers aware of, is that this phone (probably like other Nokias) does NOT TELL "CLOCK" time; it tells military time. So, if I look at my phone and it tells me that it is 18:20, how am I supposed to know, without consulting a chart, that that means 6:20 p.m.? I'd love to know what US users think of that? Personally, as much as I adore the phone, that makes me glad I couldn't use it. The time would drive me crazy.
Simple - subtract 12 from 18 to give you 6:20. Always subtract 12. there may be a way to change it. See the user reviews on amazon of this phone - they are quite helpful and several give fixes for issues.
Do we have personal hotspot?
No
@@JoseBriones 😔 but thank you tho!
I am using Nokia2730c. I wont a Nokia225 4G.
The question is, it possible to play RUclips videos on a browser equipped with Nokia225 4G？My Nokia2730c can't play RUclips videos in the browser.
When it comes to the price diffence between Nokia6300 4G and 225 4G is less than 10dollars.
I would like to buy 225 4G if I can play RUclips, but is it better to buy 6300 4G？
If you want to play RUclips, the Nokia 6300 4G is a better option. The 225 won’t play them reliably or sometimes it just won’t at all. The browser is too basic for it.
@@JoseBriones Thanks fo your response.
I don’t want to use RUclips playbac as the main, I want a mobile phone that is fun to have. Is it okay to understand that Nokia225 4G is a product that Nokia2730c support 4G？Of course the size is different. Fo Japan, Softbank Japan sells a very inexpensive product based on AndroidOS called Simply 603SI, a feature phone that is roughly the same size as the Nokia6300 4G.
However, the product cannot play any games. However, you can browser SNS such as RUclips,Facebook and Twitter with yourbrowser. The only good thing aboutthat product it is that supports Japanese, but I can enjoy those SNS.
A credit card-saizd mobile phone called Nichiephone-S that can only use calls and SMS is also solid in Japan, and I also have a Nichiephone-S 4G that dose not support 4G voice(VoKTE). What I want is a phone that is fun to own. I’m curious that other RUclipsrs have told me that Nokia6300 4G pratform KaiOS can’t uninstall apps？ I dont have a personal computer.
If Nokia225 4G is a product that support 2730c 4G, I think that 225 is not dissatisfied personally. I think it’s rude to ask a question and not follow the advice, but choose and buy a Nokia6300 4G, 225 4G, Simply 603SI and Nichiephone-S+(VoLTE compatible) that I will not regret I think that I want to do it.
I am very gratefl to you. Thinks.
@@Tenrakucyui I understand :). I think you should give it a try and see which one fits your use best. The Nokia 6300 cannot uninstall apps unless you have an international version and a PC.
@@JoseBriones Is it possible to uninstall the Nokia6300 app using an offline personal computer？
@@Tenrakucyui Only if you have the Nokia 6300 4G international version.
Camera won’t open on one I have any help greatly appreciated
No WiFi is a shame as internet sharing would be a big pro. Other than future proofing I think 4g is a bit pointless as it's not designed for media.
Yeah... No WIFI, no Hotspot. It’s just basic calls and texts and that is what limits it the most sadly
@@JoseBriones is it possible to tether from Bluetooth?
@@RickValenzuela It is not sadly.
How to.change the font size..sir
You can’t sadly.
@@JoseBriones Thank you sir.
This phone can run jar apps as old phones?
Sadly nope.
Is call recording available???
Is it 4G Volte phone?
Yes. LTE phone and there is a recording app
@@JoseBriones Is call recording app pre installed??
I wish to buy this phone.
@@walkwithlenin3798 yes
@@JoseBriones Thanks for replying 🥰
could you please review nokia 6300 4g? Or give tour opinion on it?
Very similar thoughts for every KaiOS device (check my 8110 walkthrough for those thoughts in depth). They are worth the price if you are willing to deal with their app ecosystem, until KaiOS 3.0 is released we won’t have a clear answers as if there is true value in KaiOS, for now its a decent replacement for transition devices, but it lacks in some areas and needs for people.
@@JoseBriones Thanks! I bought it today and played around a bit, I really like it at the moment. Might change when using it more but right now it feels good. The size is perfect. And with Wifi and hotspot its easy to bring a smartphone if needed and connect to the internet. Thanks for the answer:)
@@morelove619 Awesome. Glad it worked for you :)
@@JoseBriones Hi again, I actually returned the 6300 4g yesterday. I have a question about this phone, do you now if this phone (225 4g) have sound profiles? Like the old nokias? because 220 4g did not have that. Thank you!
@@morelove619 I’ll check on Monday since I am not home for the weekend. I’ll let you know :)
Can you please review mudita pure?
Once it comes out, I'll be reviewing the Mudita for sure :)
Hi Jose. This Nokia 225 4g has bluetooth auto answer without touching any key? I am bedridden and can hardly move. If it has that function, is it what part of the cell phone can I find it?
It does not have that option. I am sorry
Wondering how the internet is on this phone? Not much talk about it.
It has basic 4G connectivity. It’s fast enough, but using the browser is not easy and it sometimes can be slow just because of the operating system of the phone
Can this phone make emergency calls without a SIM card?
Yes it can. I just tried and hung up on an emergency # for the US.
@@JoseBriones Excellent, will get myself one as an emergency backup. They're cheap as chips here in Australia, A$58 for an unlocked 225.
Thanks for the video, Jose! I'm looking to detox my phone so this might be a viable option
Thank you 😁
No problem 😊
Can you download an app on it ?
Nope.
i picked up a dumb phone from itel [only 2g tho]
i think it is a start in right direction
Support java games/app?
I’ve tried but without luck
Supports java app or games?
It does not
Does it have hotspot?
It doesn’t.
Does this phone have voicemail?
It does. Just call your providers number.
Great "entry" level Nokia. The Nokia 6300 4G has wifi connectivity - and runs KaiOS for $70.
Review coming in 2 weeks or so :)
@@JoseBriones Awesome! I bought the 6300 last week and it's really fun - currently running on T-Mobile.
KaiOS is so bad.
Does wifi calling work on this phone?
It does not
@@JoseBriones thanks a lot! Then only 8000 and 6300 has wifi calling options?
@@0cica0 and the Nokia 2720 V (the new one from Verizon for the American market)
Can it view pdf files?😊
I wouldn't do that on this phone. It won't run well
Hi José,
I read in a review for the Nokia 220 that the calendar will only save 25 entries/appointments. I haven't been able to find any source stating how big the memory for the calendar is for the 225. Do you know of the 225 has the same limited memory for calendar entries? This would be a deal breaker for me, meaning I'd have to resort to the the much more expensive punkt mp02.
The limitation for 25 entries is present. I just tried right now and after 20 or so entries, I got "Calendar Full." I am sorry :(. As a workaround, I recommend you look into getting your calendar appointments delivered by text, this can be a better solution for you than having them on the phone. Just a recommendation :)
@@JoseBriones Thanks for trying that out!
By getting calendar appointments delivered by text, do you mean how for instance Outlook and Google calendar can send reminders of upcoming appointments? That would indeed solve part of my problem, but then I still wouldn't have an overview of when I will and won't be available on my phone. I think I'm just gonna go for the punkt; I've been eyeing it for a while now, and I think I'm able to justify buying it now:)
@@nicknick199 Yes. That is what I meant. Sounds good. Punkt has improved so much since version 1, so you should be good :)
Does it have youtube?
Via browser.
lol I have this phone in 2023 and im almost 14. ill be getting an iPhone XR but I personally like 225 a lot
just one thing, dont use the earbuds. they have no foam or whatever, just plastic in which is very uncomfortable and the quality is quite bad
These devices are remakes of early 2002 devices. T9?!
yes
Wish I could get the "gold" variant.
You can if you buy it on Nokia's official website
Can I have spotify with it?
No
Call recording?
Not available sadly.
@@JoseBriones oh that's disappointing I need one with recording
Alguien logro aumentar el tamaño de texto?
Can use messenger?
Nope. Just regular texts
@@JoseBriones ok Thanks 👍