Compare Prices : Nokia 6500 Slide

Review summary: Sliding 3G handset with 3.2MP autofocus camera, LED flash, VGA movies and TV Out in its metal housing.

Pros: Scientists have nailed down the reason why no one makes video calls. ‘3G Big Face Syndrome' is the official name for the looming, distorted mugshot you get when holding a handset in front of you. But what if you could attach your phone to your telly ...

Cons: Big screen means small battery life – you'll be sliding this phone into its charger at least every other day. With all its multimedia muscle, you'll want to upgrade its skinny 256MB MicroSD card immediately. Also, some users have reported annoying ...

Verdict: Image is everything, and the 6500 Slide makes a great first impression. If you're in the market for a videophone, it should be right at the top of your list.

Review summary: The Nokia 6500 slide is an excellent basic camera-phone based on the S40 platform, though some tiny issues prevented it from getting a higher score.

Pros: Solid build quality and one of the best sliders available ; Carl Zeiss optics for the 3.2-megapixel autofocus camera ; quadband GSM with dual-band UMTS ; A2DP

Cons: Autofocus doesn't work in video mode ; no backlight adjustment feature ; phone doesn't auto keylock after closing the slider

Verdict: There are no signs of any loose parts on the device. It slides with ease and what's not supposed to budge stays absolutely still. Both the control keys and alphanumeric keypad are well-spaced, reasonably large and provide excellent tactile feedback. ...

Review summary: The Nokia 6500 Slider is a smart looking slide design mobile phone that comes in a choice of two colour casings and a large 2.2 inch LCD QVGA display ...

Review summary: Feature wise, it is not one of the extravagant models. But it will suffice the need of a functional phone.

Verdict: If design may be considered the main factor for your choice of a phone, Nokia 6500 is a very good choice. The steel panel may be heavy for some, but this has cool sensation which underlies the feel of luxury and style without depriving the cutting ...