Nokia 3310 (2017) Explained

Nokia 3310 (2017)
Brand:Nokia
Developer:HMD Global
Manufacturer:Foxconn
Slogan:The icon is back[1]
Networks:GSM (2G version)GSM/HSPA (3G version)GSM/TD-SCDMA/LTE-TDD (4G China Mobile (CMCC) version)
Released: (2G)
(3G)
Predecessor:Nokia 3310
Related:Nokia 150
Nokia 8110 4G
Type:Feature phone
Form:Bar, candybar
Size:3310 (2G):
H: 115.6mm
W: 51mm
D: 12.8mm
3310 (3G/4G)
H: 117mm
W: 52.4mm
D: 13.35mm
Weight:79.6g (2G)
84.9g (3G, Single-SIM)
88.2g (3G, Dual-SIM)
88.1g (4G, CMCC)
Os:Nokia Series 30+ (2G)[2]
Java-powered Smart Feature OS (3G)[3]
AliOS (4G, CMCC)
Soc:MediaTek MT6260 (2G)
Spreadtrum SC7701B (3G)
Spreadtrum SC9820A (4G, CMCC)
Memory:8 MB (2G)
128 MB (3G)
256 MB (4G)
Storage:16 MB (2G version)
128 MB (3G version)
512 MB (4G, CMCC version)
Memory Card:microSD, up to 32GB (2G and 3G)
microSD, up to 64GB (4G, CMCC)
Battery:1200 mAh Li-ion (removable)
standby time:
up to 31 days (2G)
up to 27 days (3G, Single-SIM)
up to 25.3 days (Dual-SIM, non-3G)
up to 24 days (3G, Dual-SIM)
up to 15 days (4G, CMCC, GSM-only)
up to 12 days (4G, CMCC, TD-SCDMA or LTE-VoLTE)
Input:Alphanumeric keypad
Display:2.4inches 240×320 QVGA TFT LCD
Camera:2 MP with LED flash
Website:

The Nokia 3310 (2017) is a Nokia-branded feature phone developed by HMD Global. It was announced on 26 February 2017 at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2017 as a revival of the original Nokia 3310 that was produced from the early 2000s. An improved model with 3G support was released on 29 October 2017.

Launch

On 14 February 2017, it was reported that a modernised version of the 3310 would be unveiled at the 2017 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona by HMD Global, a Finnish manufacturer with rights to market phones under the Nokia brand, with the price point of 59 euros.[4] [5] On 26 February 2017, the modernised version of the 3310 was relaunched at a price of 49.[6]

The initial 3310 release only came with support for 2G networks,[7] which led to criticism especially as a number of countries, including the United States,[8] Australia and Singapore[9] were in the process of phasing out their 2G networks; an improved variant of the phone with support for 3G networks was later announced by HMD, released on 29 October 2017.[10]

Functions and design

The 3310 has functions like an FM radio, the Opera Mini web browser, a voice recorder, and a 2-megapixel camera with flash for photos and video recording. The flash LED doubles as a flashlight. Certain models have Bluetooth 3.0 and a Dual-SIM tray.[11] The display has a polarized layer for outdoor use.

The original Snake game has been replaced by Gameloft's Snake Xenzia with updated modes and graphics. It is also possible to sideload Java-based applications using the .jad and .jar format. Available apps are browsers, games, internet radios, etc.

The design of the phone heavily mimics its predecessor both in design and form factor. It comes in two glossy colors, red and yellow, as well as two matte colors similar to the original Nokia 3310: dark blue and grey.

3G version

The 3G model has many improvements and changes apart from the 3G radio. The internal storage has been increased from 16 MB[12] to 128 MB, and there are some cosmetic changes, including a new silver keypad.[13] It comes in four new colors: yellow, "warm" red, azure and charcoal, all matte.[14] The phone's size has slightly increased (by 13.29%) to ergonomically make typing on the keypad easier. The 3G radio has reduced battery talk time, but slightly increased standby time.[15] All 3310 3G versions support Bluetooth 2.1.[16]

The 3310 3G also runs a Java-based operating system that HMD calls "Smart Feature OS". Its appearance is similar to the Series 30+ as on the 2G version, but has a new customizable interface.[17] However, only sim-slot 1 is 3G compatible, the slot 2 is still only 2G capable.

4G version

A 4G version was released in late January 2018 in China in partnership with China Mobile. It runs AliOS, an incompatible fork of AOSP (Android), and can create WiFi hotspots using the LTE data connection. Internal storage has been increased to 512 MB, and 64 GB memory cards are now supported.[18] [19]

Reception

HMD announced on 2 July 2017 that the 3310 received great demand and was as a result sold out in many markets.[20]

UK retailer Carphone Warehouse said on 7 March 2017 that demand was "astonishing".[21]

The new 3310 received mixed reviews. CNET praised the phone's battery life, price, and durability,[22] but TechRadar and The Guardian said the device lacks much of the utility to which modern users have become accustomed.[23] [24]

One consensus among most reviewers was the nostalgia of playing the iconic Snake game.

Some counterfeit versions of the phone have been produced due to the model's popularity.[25] [26] [27]

Variants

VariantModel NumberSupported NetworkNumber of SIM card supportedConnectivityPlatformSOCSource
Nokia 3310TA-1008GSM 900/18001WLAN No

Bluetooth 3.0, A2DP

GPS No

Radio FM radio

USB microUSB 2.0

Series 30+MT6260https://nokiapoweruser.com/nokia-3310-2017-passes-global-certification-before-its-impending-release/https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_3310_(2017)-8597.php
Nokia 3310 (Dual SIM)TA-1030GSM 900/18002WLAN No

Bluetooth 3.0, A2DP

GPS No

Radio FM radio

USB microUSB 2.0

Series 30+MT6260https://nokiapoweruser.com/nokia-3310-2017-passes-global-certification-before-its-impending-release/https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_3310_(2017)-8597.php
Nokia 3310 3GTA-1022GSM 900/1800, WCDMA band 1/81WLAN No

Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP

GPS No

Radio FM radio

USB microUSB 2.0

Feature OSSC7701Bhttps://nokiamob.net/2017/10/02/nokia-3310-3g-passes-bluetooth-sig-ta-100610221036/ https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_3310_3g-8876.php
Nokia 3310 3G (Dual SIM)TA-1006GSM 900/1800, WCDMA band 1/82WLAN No

Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP

GPS No

Radio FM radio

USB microUSB 2.0

Feature OSSC7701Bhttps://nokiamob.net/2017/10/02/nokia-3310-3g-passes-bluetooth-sig-ta-100610221036/ https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_3310_3g-8876.php
Nokia 3310 3G (Quad band)TA-1036GSM 850/900/1800/1900, WCDMA band 1/2/5/81WLAN No

Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP

GPS No

Radio FM radio

USB microUSB 2.0

Feature OSSC7701Bhttps://nokiamob.net/2017/10/02/nokia-3310-3g-passes-bluetooth-sig-ta-100610221036/ https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_3310_3g-8876.php
Nokia 3310 4GTA-1077GSM 900/1800, TD-SCDMA band 34/39, LTE-TDD band 38/41,39,401WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n

Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE

GPS Yes

Radio FM radio

USB microUSB 2.0

YunOSSC9820Ahttps://nokiamob.net/2017/12/28/nokia-ta-1077-is-the-4g-version-of-nokia-3310/https://telecomtalk.info/nokia-3310-feature-phone-spreadtrum-sc9820/175133/https://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_3310_4g-9046.php

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nokia 3310 - The icon is back! . . 9 May 2024.
  2. Web site: Nokia 3310 - The icon is back!. HMD Global. 9 May 2024.
  3. Web site: HMD launches new Nokia 3310 3G version. Price, Release Date & all that you need to know.. Mishra. Nayan. Nokiapoweruser. 9 May 2024.
  4. Web site: Blass . Evan . 13 February 2017 . HMD Global will launch the Nokia 3, 5, and 6 at MWC, plus a 3310 homage . 2017-02-15 . VentureBeat.
  5. News: Haynes . Gavin . 15 February 2017 . Greater privacy and Snake II: could the Nokia 3310 be making a comeback? . 2024-05-09 . . 0261-3077.
  6. Web site: Kelion . Leo . 26 February 2017 . Nokia 3310 mobile phone resurrected at MWC 2017 . 2017-03-13 . .
  7. News: Jager . Chris . 27 February 2017 . The Nokia 3310 Is Back (With Snake): But When Is It Coming To Australia? . 2017-03-13 . Lifehacker Australia.
  8. Web site: AT&T 2G network shutdown . 2017-11-07 . AT&T.
  9. Web site: Goodbye 2G . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20170808195917/http://info.singtel.com/personal/goodbye2g?dispatcher=302 . 2017-08-08 . 2017-03-05 . Singtel.
  10. Web site: Vasile . Cosmin . 28 September 2017 . Nokia 3310 3G officially introduced, coming to the US and other territories from mid-October . 2024-05-09 . PhoneArena.
  11. Web site: Nokia 3310 (2017) - Full phone specifications . 2024-05-09 . GSMArena.com.
  12. Web site: Nokia 3310 - The icon is back! . 2024-05-09 . HMD Global.
  13. Web site: O'Brien . Jim . 28 September 2017 . The Nokia 3310 3G is official. #Nokia3310 #HMDGlobal . 2024-05-09 . techbuzzireland.com.
  14. Web site: Brown . Aaaron . 29 September 2017 . Nokia 3310 3G fixes one of its biggest flaws: Here's the UK release date, price, features . 2024-05-09 . Daily Express.
  15. Web site: Lomas . Natasha . 28 September 2017 . HMD's revived Nokia 3310 classic mobile gets 3G . 2024-05-09 . TechCrunch.
  16. Web site: 2 October 2017 . #Nokia 3310 3G passes Bluetooth SIG (TA-1006/1022/1036) . 2024-05-09 . Nokiamob.net.
  17. Web site: Chenze . Emmanuel . 28 September 2017 . The iconic Nokia 3310 now comes with 3G network capability . 2024-05-09 . Android Kenya.
  18. Web site: Bonov . Peter . 30 January 2018 . Nokia 3310 4G can make an LTE-powered Wi-Fi hotspot . 2024-05-09 . GSMArena.com.
  19. Web site: 30 January 2018 . A new version of the Nokia 3310 with 4G is on its way (Update: Coming to China in February) . 2024-05-09 . Android Authority.
  20. Web site: Mishra . Nayan . 2 June 2017 . HMD: Nokia 3310 (2017) enjoying great demand globally. Sold out in many markets . 2024-05-09 . Nokiapoweruser.
  21. Web site: McGoogan . Cara . 7 March 2017 . Nokia 3310 demand 'astonishing', says Carphone Warehouse . 2024-05-09 . .
  22. Web site: Lanxon . Andrew . 3 June 2017 . Nokia 3310 review: 6 reasons you’ll love the Nokia 3310 . 2024-05-09 . CNET.
  23. Web site: Peckham . James . 17 July 2017 . New Nokia 3310 (2017) review . 2024-05-09 . TechRadar.
  24. Web site: Gibbs . Samuel . 19 May 2017 . Nokia 3310 review: blast from the past, sore thumbs and all . 2024-05-09 . The Guardian.
  25. Web site: Rasheed . Rehan . 16 June 2017 . Before you end up with a Fake Nokia 3310, Check This . 2024-05-09 . Tech Prolonged.
  26. Web site: 10 April 2017 . Fake #Nokia 3310 (2017) spotted in the wild. Don't fall for it… . 2019-05-03 . Nokiamob.net.
  27. Web site: Andrews . Rob . 12 October 2017 . Hundreds of fake Nokia 3310 phones seized in trading standards raids . 2024-05-09 . Stoke on Trent Live.