Nokia 3120 classic

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The Nokia 3120 classic was a feature phone released in 2008. It had a 2.0-inch TFT display, a 2-megapixel camera, Bluetooth, and a microSD card slot for memory expansion. It also featured a music player and FM radio.

Nokia 3120 classic Price

At the time of it's release in 2008, April, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Nokia 3120 classic was about 100 EUR.

The retail price of a new or used/second hand Nokia 3120 classic varies widely depending on factors including availability, condition of device, your town or location and market demand. Click here to compare the price of Nokia 3120 classic across different regions, markets and countries.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What is the battery life of Nokia 3120 classic?

The battery life of Nokia 3120 classic is up to 3.5 hours of talk time and up to 300 hours of standby time.

What type of display does Nokia 3120 classic have?

Nokia 3120 classic has a 2.2 inch TFT display with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels.

How to reset or factory restore a Nokia 3120 classic device?

The Nokia 3120 classic is a popular mobile phone that has been in use for more than a decade. Despite its popularity, most users tend to encounter issues such as slow performance, bugs, and lags that might affect their experience. In such cases, resetting or factory restoring your phone might be the best solution. Here are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore your Nokia 3120 classic device: Method 1: Soft Reset A soft reset is a standard reset that resets your phone's power settings, without losing your data or settings. It is recommended when your phone is freezing, experiencing slow performance, or when the audio or video system is not working correctly. Here are the steps to perform a soft reset on your Nokia 3120 classic: 1. Press and hold the power button and the 1 key simultaneously for 10-12 seconds. 2. Release both buttons and wait for the Nokia logo to appear. 3. Use the volume up and down keys to select your preference and press the power button to enter. 4. The phone will restart, and you'll see the Nokia logo. Method 2: Hard Reset A hard reset is a deep reset that resets the phone completely, wiping all data, settings, and applications off your device. It is recommended when you have forgotten your phone's password or have encountered any other severe software-related problems. Here are the steps to perform a hard reset on your Nokia 3120 classic: 1. Turn off your phone by pressing and holding the power button. 2. Press and hold the 0 key and the + key simultaneously for 15 seconds. 3. Release the two keys and press the 5 key to begin the hard reset process. 4. The phone will restart and flash blue, indicating that the hard reset is underway. 5. The phone will reset to factory settings, and you'll see the Nokia logo. Advice: It's important to note that a hard reset will erase all data on your phone, including contacts, text messages, and any other applications. Therefore, it's always recommended to make a backup before resetting your phone completely. Note: These instructions are for Nokia 3120 classic device only. It's essential to verify these steps by performing them on your device or consulting a professional.

How to reset or factory restore Nokia 3120 classic device?

The Nokia 3120 classic device provides the option to reset the device to its pristine state by performing a factory reset or just restoring it to its default settings. This option can be useful when the device is experiencing severe software issues, crashing, or is not responsive. There are two common ways to reset a Nokia 3120 classic: 1. Using the software keys: In this method, the device will have three software keys: the red circle, the blue square, and the green circle. These keys are typically located near the phone's charger port. Here are the steps to perform a software reset using the keys. 1. Press and hold the red circle key until the device's screen turns black. 2. After the screen turns black, release the key and then press the blue square key. 3. Continue pressing the red circle key until the device's screen turns black again. 4. Release all the keys, but wait for the device to turn back on. 5. Once the device turns back on, press the green circle key to start the device's bootloader. 6. Using the Volume Up and Down keys, navigate to the "reset device" option, and press the Power key to select it. 7. The device will reboot and erase all data, settings, and files, returning it to its default configuration. 1. Using a computer and the Nokia Suite software: This method requires a computer running Nokia Suite software, which was included with some Nokia devices. Here are the steps to perform a software reset using a computer and Nokia Suite: 1. Connect the Nokia 3120 classic device to the computer using a USB cable. 2. Click on the "Connectivity" tab on the lower left-hand corner of the Nokia Suite home screen. 3. Click on the "Connectivity Assistant" button. 4. Select the device you just connected to the computer and click "Rename." 5. Choose a new name for your device and click "OK." 6. Click on the "Button preferences" button to set up the software keys for your device. 7. Go to the "Maintenance" tab and click on "Mobile Communicator." 8. Select "Reset coordinates" and wait for the device to reboot. 9. Note that the device will wipe all data, settings, and files, returning it to its default configuration. It is recommended to back up important data before resetting your device, but when restoring from a backup, you may lose your data. It is always recommended to fully restore the device before using your existing data backup.

What type of camera does Nokia 3120 classic have?

Nokia 3120 classic has a 2 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom.


Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / UMTS
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsUMTS 850 / 2100
UMTS 850 / 1900 - American version
SpeedYes, 384 kbps

Launch

Announced2008, February. Released 2008, April
StatusDiscontinued

Body

Dimensions111 x 45 x 13 mm, 60 cc (4.37 x 1.77 x 0.51 in)
Weight85 g (3.00 oz)
SIMMini-SIM

Display

TypeTFT, 16M colors
Size2.0 inches, 12.4 cm2 (~24.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~200 ppi density)

Memory

Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
PhonebookYes, 2000 entries
Call records20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls
Internal24MB

Main Camera

Single2 MP
FeaturesLED flash
Video480p (newest firmware only)

Selfie camera

SingleVGA videocall camera
Video

Sound

LoudspeakerYes
Alert typesVibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones
3.5mm jackNo

Comms

WLANNo
Bluetooth2.0
PositioningNo
RadioStereo FM radio
USBmicroUSB 2.0

Features

Sensors
MessagingSMS, MMS 1.2, Email, Push Email, IM
BrowserWAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML
GamesYes
JavaYes, MIDP 2.0
MP3/MP4/AAC/AAC+/eAAC+ player Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input

Battery

TypeRemovable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery (BL-4U)
Stand-byUp to 290 h (2G) / 288 h (3G)
Talk timeUp to 3 h 30 min (2G) / 2 h 45 min (3G)

Misc

ColorsGraphite, Plum/Powder White, Deep Red, Chestnut Brown
SAR1.18 W/kg (head) ย  ย  1.11 W/kg (body)
SAR EU0.69 W/kg (head)
PriceAbout 100 EUR

Tests

LoudspeakerVoice 69dB / Noise 69dB / Ring 71dB
Audio qualityNoise -76.6dB / Crosstalk -73.9dB

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