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2010-05-11 , 15:55
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Originally Posted by jacktanner View Post
I've got an N900 and I love it, but now I need something for someone much less geeky. Suggestions welcome!

It should be either Symbian or Android.

I really want it to have either a Google Talk or a Skype client built in / easily available.

I really want it to have a good GPS/mapping solution, especially one that works without 'net access.

I really want it to support 3G on T-mobile in the US, just like the N900.

I'd like to spend about $200, new or used.

Talk to me!
T-Mobile 3G, Symbian, GPS with Ovi Maps 3, Skype are all possible, if not built-in to the Nokia 5230 Nuron. Don't know about Google.

It looks like a bleached out 5800 XpressMusic. Does not have wifi or on board stylus but those weren't on the specifications.

Buy them all day long on eBay for about $140.00 or get it direct from T-Mobile for ~$170.00, less if you go for a contract extension. Extended contract total cost is ~$103.00, which starts out as $69.95 and then add-ons such as upgrade fee, shipping and whatever else they feel like adding, if you are due for an upgrade.
 

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