The new Nokia 3310 is great — so we threw it out a window

lazymas (32)in #phone • 8 years ago

We decided to put the new Nokia 3310 through its paces. First a drop test from pocket height — absolutely no problems.

Next, we dropped it from shoulder height.

Few scuffs, still fine!

So we ramped our efforts up a notch, and climbed onto a first-floor roof. How would it handle a drop that would easily shatter any modern smartphone?

The battery bounced out, but once rebuilt, it was still working alright.

It was clear something more extreme was required. So my colleague took the phone, went up to the fourth floor, and threw it out of the window.

That did do something. Once put back together, it still switched on — but the screen was broken and useless.

So there you have it. It's a good phone, if it aligns with your expectations, and it's not totally indestructible — but but it is pretty damn tough. You might have to turn to Ebay to get your hands on one though, as it was made in limited quantities and is sold out pretty much everywhere.