| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $50.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 250 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2009, November. Released 2010, March |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 107.5 x 45.5 x 13.8 mm, 58.8 cc (4.23 x 1.79 x 0.54 in) |
| Weight | 80.7 g (2.82 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 1.8 inches, 10.2 cm2 (~20.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0 Standard |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7200 | |
| CPU | 400 MHz ARM 11 | |
| GPU | Adreno 130 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Phonebook | 2000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | VGA |
| Video | QCIF@15fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA videocall camera |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB | |
| Features | Features |
MP4/H.263 player MP3/eAAC+/WAV/WMA player Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, Adobe Flash Lite | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.1 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 860 mAh battery (BL-4C) |
| Stand-by | Up to 336 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h 30 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Graphite, White silver, Hot pink, Blue |
| SAR | 0.78 W/kg (head) 0.81 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.66 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 50 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Nokia 2690
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Nokia 2690 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 860mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Nokia 2690 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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