Nokia is re-releasing one of its classic mobile phones, the 6310 ‘brick’ to mark 20 years since it was first released in the UK in March 2001, and quickly became one of the most popular devices that the Finnish telecommunications company ever manufactured. HMD Global, makers of Nokia phones, said the device would have the original and iconic silhouette of the classic 6310 with its trademark long battery life.
The phone will come with a copy of the 90s classic mobile game Snake, and a sturdy form factor that gave it the nickname ‘the brick’ when it first came out in 2001. There will be ‘subtle changes’ to mark the passing of 20 years of technological evolution, including bigger buttons and a zoomed-in menu for ease of reading.
Owners adored the phone for its sturdy design and long-lasting battery — both of which are features of the new edition. While many modern cell phones smash upon dropping, Nokia claims the new 6310 is tough enough to “take life’s bumps.”
And with users often complaining that their contemporary smartphones run out of battery life within hours, the 6310 reportedly won’t have you running for a power outlet. Nokia says the phone can survive a staggering three weeks between charges.
But while the long battery life and tough “brick” design remain in place, some specifications have been altered for the new model. The original Nokia 6310 was first launched in 2001, updated to the 6310i in 2002, and finally discontinued in 2005 with the release of the Nokia 6230 and others. It also had a 1.8-inch screen, which has now been expanded to 2.8 inches.
A camera and more memory have also been added. Additionally, the device will be available in several different colors, but what’s still not clear is whether Nokia is working on a new smartphone that is a ‘6310 in a smartphone,’ or whether this is a limited anniversary release of an old classic.
