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How Good Is The Siemens CX65? Find Out...

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Siemens CX65

The Siemens CX65

This technical Siemens CX65 review is based on a computer algorithm, it is not a hands-on review. It looks at its good and not-so-good sides to help you make an informed decision.

The Good:

  1. Weight: The Siemens CX65 has a smaller than average weight, which is usually perceived as an advantadge. (score: 12/20)
  2. Technology: The Siemens CX65 is compatible with worldwide frequencies of the GSM standard which is convenient if you travel overseas frequently. (Roaming charges from your home carrier generally apply) (score: 7/7)
  3. Talk Time: 330 minutes of talking time. It is excellent! (score: 20/20)
  4. Stand-by Time: A stand-by time of 300 hours. It is excellent! (score: 20/20)
  5. Phone Book: It can store a variable number of phone book entries. This is generally the case of phones with a dynamic memory and, it normally allows for a lot of phone numbers to be stored. (score: 20/20)
  6. Memory Expansion Slot: It has a memory expansion slot MMC, a convenient way to store more music and pictures or transfer them from and to your laptop computer. (score: 10/10)
  7. Wireless Data System: Bluetooth-enabled, which is an interesting plus. Bluetooth is not really necessary but may be handy if you want to use a wireless headset or transfer data to or from your (Bluetooth-enabled) laptop, for instance. (score: 7/7)

The Not-So-Good:

  1. Speakerphone: It does not seem to have a speakerphone, which could be useful in some situations. (Find phones with a speakerphone) (score: 0/10)
  2. Camera: The VGA built-in camera is minimal. Useful, but you won't make artwork with it. (score: 3/10)

Overall Score: 103


* Look at these 3 phones. They ranked higher than the Siemens CX65:
Sony Ericsson K610im (Score= 137)
Sony Ericsson k610i (Score= 130)
Sony Ericsson V630 (Score= 125)

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** Considering that manufacturers do not always list features in full, some details may be missing. Therefore, the script that generated that technical analysis may yield non-sense results. If this happens, let me know by email.

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