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Siemens SX1 review

7.7

Editors' Rating

Very Good

8.8

Members' Rating

Excellent

Typical price:£ 250

Verdict

The SX1 is a well-made Symbian smartphone with an unusual design that may not appeal to all. It’s a bit short on internal memory, too... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Lots of functionality
  • Well designed user interface
  • Bright, clear screen

Cons

  • Expansion is via MMC rather than SD card
  • SIM-free is expensive
  • Keys are awkwardly positioned for one-handed use
  • Only 4MB of on-board memory

Key Specs

Dimensions (W x H x D): 560x190x1090 mm
Weight: 116 g
Form factor: candy bar
Built-in devices: FM radio
Software included: Calendar, Address Book, Notes, Tasks, Email client; Picture Messaging, WAP, xHTML browser, Currenct Converter, Calculator, games, MP3 player
Memory expansion: Yes
On-board memory: 4 MB
2.5G: GPRS

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Member Opinion

8.8

Average Member Rating

Excellent

37 Members have reviewed this product

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Anonymous

Anonymous

A VERY good phone

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10

Perfect


Anonymous

Anonymous

Had two, not having a third!!

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6.0

Good


basem seif

basem seif

it's a kick-ass phone

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8.5

Excellent


Anonymous

Anonymous

Great

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10

Perfect


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