Nokia 6360

WHAT'S HOT: Priced at $150 with service activation, the Nokia 6360 is a reasonably priced phone geared for business users. Though the phone looks quite basic, it feels sturdy and is equipped with several practical features such as voice recording for memos, voice-activated dialing for up to 20 numbers, and a six-line monochrome display.

WHAT'S NOT: The 6360 could use a better-positioned power button. As it stands, the phone has a tiny on/off key on its top side next to the infrared port; in contrast, most phone makers incorporate the on/off button on the keypad. Though the keypad is large, the keys are a bit slippery, and I also would have liked them to protrude a bit more.

WHAT ELSE: According to Nokia, the 6360 lasts for up to 5 hours of talk time and up to 14 days on standby--longer than any other phone we've seen. For the most part, however, the 6360 is a low-frills phone with a few good perks, including five preinstalled games and the ability to add up to 20 downloaded ring tones.

UPSHOT: This basic mobile phone comes with solid features such as a voice recorder, an internal antenna, and a large, six-line text display.

SUMMARY

Nokia 6360 TDMA 800 MHz, 4.2 ounces, 5 by 1.8 by 0.9 inches; up to 5 hours talk time, 14 days standby (times are vendor specified); available through AT&T Wireless. $150 888/665-4228 www.nokiausa.com