Just what the doctor ordered - a slider phone that has been properly done up, and finished mainly with stainless steel panels to give it the aesthetic edge needed to stand out (in a subtle kind of way).

The 6500 slide, or also known as the 6500s, is Nokia’s latest response to the greater market need for phones that aren’t as “out there” or offering too great a “wow factor”, which can be quite overwhelming for some. And nor does it present itself in too conservative a fashion - yet, it may take a bit of (but not too much) time before it starts to grow on you.

If you’re after a phone that you’d like to keep for some time, then I’d highly suggest the 6500 slide. Apart from its timeless looks, Nokia has packed the device with some of the most current mobile technologies available - and some features that you may end up taking for granted, over time.

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