Skip to content
GearOpen.com

GearOpen.com

GearOpen.com is the hub for the latest developments in technology, AI, software, computers, transportation, consumer electronics, and scientific innovation.

  • Phones
  • Tablets
  • Laptops
  • Computers & IT
  • AI & Bots
  • Apps
  • Gaming
  • Audio & Video
  • Wearables
  • Smart Home
  • Cameras
  • Drones
  • Cars
  • Motorcycles
  • Yachts & Boats
  • Planes
  • Science
  • Tools
  • Toggle search form
Nokia 3 review : Hands-on and first impressions of Nokia’s budget smartphone

Nokia 3 review : Hands-on and first impressions of Nokia’s budget smartphone

Posted on February 27, 2017January 14, 2019 By Jarvis

The Nokia 3 was announced at MWC 2017. It’s a budget Android smartphone that’s well built

Nokia is back with a bang. The Finnish company, which was founded back in 1865, is jumping on the Android ship, and we’re all glad to see one of the most well-known smartphone manufacturers back in the market. Its 2011 move to produce only Windows Phone products was a decision that ultimately killed the brand, as it didn’t entice users to buy into the ecosystem.

Nokia ending up selling its entire mobile business to Microsoft in 2014, until HMD Global, a company set up by veteran Nokia members, bought the rights to use the Nokia brand in May 2016 until 2024. This move and split, allows the brand to remain in consumer minds, while it also opens to avenues into the Android world.

On 26 February 2017, at Barcelona, Nokia brought the Nokia 3, 5, 6 and a retro 3310 to the market. The Nokia 3 being the cheapest Android smartphone at around £119/$178.
…
Read full post here:
https://www.expertreviews.co.uk/nokia/nokia-3

Phones Tags:android, business, HMD, Microsoft, mobile, mobile business, mwc, Nokia, Nokia 3, retro, review, smartphone, Windows, Windows Phone

Post navigation

Previous Post: Huawei P10 preview: The lean, green photo machine
Next Post: Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 vs Tab S2: What’s the difference?

Related Posts

I’ve reviewed Android foldables for years. The iPhone Ultra needs these 5 things to succeed Phones
Sony Xperia 5 ii: Price, specs, release date and more Sony Xperia 5 ii: Price, specs, release date and more Phones
Infinix Smart 5A Infinix Smart 5A Review Phones
Deals: Pixel 11 Amazon price drops, Pixelsnap cases, Galaxy Watch 9 from $300, Anker chargers, more Phones
nubia Red Magic 5G in for review nubia Red Magic 5G in for review Phones
Apple Arcade adds four games, including Crossy Road Rush and NBA 2K27 with WNBA teams – 9to5Mac Phones

Copyright © 2026 GearOpen.com.

Powered by PressBook Grid Dark theme