written by alexhodge on 24/07/2004
Good Points
Ease of Use
Large Screen
Powerful Organiser
Very good reception
Bad Points
Frequent crashing
General Comments
I recently upgraded to the Siemens CX65 from the best phone that I have ever had (Nokia 6100) and therefore it needed to be good. Initially it was. First impressions are that it looks good, feels relatively solid and is easy to use. I found the control system to be more intuitive than a Nokia.
However, having had the phone on for less than 24 hours, the battery died. I had put on some fairly strong usage but I expected more. I subsequently found that with more full charges, the battery length improves and so if this happens to you I shouldn't be too worried.
The main problem with this phone, and it seems to be a problem with others, not just mine, is that it can switch off when reading or receiving text messages. I read a comment on another website from someone who had contacted Siemens and they told them they knew of the fault and were looking to improve it. However, this would mean having to buy a data cable to upgrade the firmware. I have therefore, took the Siemens back to the shop and am now happy with my Nokia 6610i.
I understand that Nokia get criticisms for bland styling and features but I have had a few and never a problem.
In conclusion, if you want good styling, big screen, very useable phone then the Siemens is good. However, if you want a phone that is reliable and not going to switch off when reading messages then don't. It really is a great phone, they just should have ironed out the bugs rather than releasing it as it is.