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A Phone for a Utilitarian
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Posted by: chrisflipmd

Hey guys,

I'm trying to buy a new phone for my dad this Christmas, but I'm having difficulty honing in on a certain brand and model. I know that he has no desire for extra features like a camera, mp3 player, etc. He is with Cingular and would like to stay there. It would be nice to have tri-band or quad-band support. Also the phone should be pretty durable as he throws them around like cabbage. Call quality and durability are of highest priority.

I looked at the latest Nokias as I've always thought Nokias were like rocks. However, they look and feel cheap. I looked at the Motorola L series and thought they were nice, but I've heard Motorola's aren't durable and that the volume buttons like to change when in your pocket.

So I was hoping if you guys could give me recommendations.

Thanks so much!
Chris

Posted by: newtype2011

Try to find him an old Nokia 6230b (important that you get the "b" model considering he is on Cingular).

...one of the best phones I have ever used in terms of reception and durability. It also has a vga camera and an mp3 player 'just in case' he ever decides he wants to go that route.

Posted by: nhanson

too bad hes with cingular..ive heard great reviews about the verizon G'zOne type v..waterproof, dirt proof and very durable..