Nokia C02 5.45" Dual SIM Smartphone, Android 12 (Go edition) - 5MP Rear / 2MP Front Camera, Portrait Mode, 2GB RAM/32GB ROM, Tough build quality with IP52 Rating, 3000mAh battery - Charcoal

I'm using this as a micro-tablet for my exercise classes. I have all the music I need on an SD card and the only other function I need is access to my address book to update it for new participants. I had previously been using a Samsung Tab 4 but it is no longer supported so it wouldn't reinstall the apps I wanted. I didn't particularly want a new 7" tablet. I was attracted to this for 4 reasons: 1 - it's inexpensive, 2 - it's NOT a Samsung and therefore doesn't have the clunky and infuriating Bixby installed 3 - it's got a USB B socket the same as the other devices I use for the exercise classes 4 - it's small but quite big enough for my purposes It connects to my speaker through Bluetooth and works perfectly as an mp3 player. I have all my Google apps on the device and full access to everything I need to run my business; i'e Gmail, Google Keep, Drive, address book, Google calendar etc. The brilliant thing about using Google is that all devices synchronise with each other. I can enter a new contact on this device and it will automatically synch with my Chromebook and any other devices on the same Google account. The Go edition of Android is fine for my specific purposes running this business ... but I wouldn't have it on a phone; it's too under-powered. I don't have a SIM card in it. It automatically connects to the wifi of all the halls that I work in so I have Internet access should I need it. I leave it in my exercise business-bag so there's no chance of confusing it with my phone! I'm very happy to have this as a micro-tablet and it leaves my phone free to be used for everything else in life. ************************************************ I'm a great fan of Nokia stuff. I used to be a Samsung fan, but this Bixby stuff drives me nuts! My current phone is a Nokia G11 which I am delighted with. I thought at first that I would miss the Samsung customisations, but I really don't. Quite the opposite; it's a breath of fresh air not having to stress about Samsung installing apps that I don't want, but they think I should have. All smart Nokia devices run either a full basic or Go edition version of Android free of bloatware and without customisations. That suits me absolutely fine. When the time comes to replace my ageing Samsung 10" tablet, I'll go for a Nokia and make the transition complete. Yay! Samsung-free life.

Nice little phone it was for my dad to use it's nice to use in the hand .there is a bit of a negative point to the phone and that is being able to get the back off so you can install the battery and SIM card in (put your finger nail in a small slot and twist edge to release) that's a joke it took me 40 minutes of trying to get it off it nearly went in the bin apart from this we would recommend it for the price

The Phone arrived within the timeline provided. It is quite a number of years since I owned a Nokia Phone, current one reminds Me of My old Nokia Lumia 520 in design, which is what first attracted Me to it. It took Me a few days to become familiar with the different functions and settings of this phone, but since then I 've come to like My new purchase. Overall I 'm satisfied with My purchased.

some scratch marks and scuff

This was my first whizz-phone...I'd stuck with a simple phone for years but decided to move forward. The phone has a fairly recent edition of Android, so I thought I would be up to date. It has been a bad experience. This phone is painfully slow, using fast a broadband connection,. compared to my (quite old) laptop. Fortunatley I bought "as new" from Amazon (it looked new), so I didn't waste much on it and I can use it to learn how to use Android, so I will get something for my money. Otherwise I'll stick to my old model, with camera, MP3 and radio. It fits better in my pocket and does all I need (texts as well, if I ever want them)

The Nokia C02 is a no-frills smartphone that manages to deliver essential functionalities. For anyone in need of a basic, easy-to-use phone, this device checks all the boxes. It features a modest 5.45-inch screen, suitable for light browsing, messaging, and calls. Powered by Android 12 (Go edition), this smartphone delivers a stripped-down Android experience that runs lighter and saves space. It's ideal for anyone who values simplicity or does not need all the bells and whistles that come with premium phones. However, it might not be the best for heavy app users due to its relatively low RAM. Its 5MP Rear and 2MP Front Camera are average at best, suitable for basic photography needs. While it can't compete with higher-end smartphones in terms of image quality, it does include a Portrait Mode, which is a nice touch for a phone of this price range. The Nokia C02 features a tough build quality with an IP52 Rating, indicating it has a certain level of dust and water resistance. This feature, coupled with its 3000mAh battery, lends this phone longevity, a refreshing departure from more fragile high-end models. Overall, the Nokia C02 is a decent pick for those who want a straightforward, durable smartphone with excellent battery life. Its unassuming specifications may not suit power users, but it should suffice for basic everyday usage. While the camera and processing power may leave some wanting more, it offers solid value for its price point.

The hardware is tough, the display is bright but has a limited viewing angle as it’s LCD (remember them !) there is a slight lag in the response to selecting items on the screen but typing is fine. The only thing to be aware of is app compatibility as it runs Android Go, a stripped down version of Android, Messenger and WhatsApp work fine but PaybyPhone one of the parking apps I use won’t run on Android Go so I had to return the phone which was a real shame. Check if the apps you want to use are compatible with Android before you buy, other than that if you don’t need AI photography or gaming then this phone is a bargain

For the price it’s excellent. Has everything you would ever need it to have. Dual sim. WiFi. Bluetooth.