Nokia 6300
₹3,000.00
- Released: November 2006 (launched January 2007)
- Form factor: Slim candybar; stainless steel body, dimensions 106.4 × 43.6 × 11.7 mm, weight ~91 g
- Display: 2.0″ QVGA TFT (240 × 320 px), 16.7 million colours
- Camera: 2 MP still camera (1280×960) with QCIF video recording (176×144 at 15 fps)
- Memory: 7.8 MB internal, microSD support up to 2 GB
- Battery: 860 mAh Li-ion, ~3.5 h talk, ~14 days standby
- Connectivity: GSM/EDGE, Bluetooth 2.0, mini‑USB (data only), FM radio, 2.5 mm audio jack
- OS & Extras: Series 40 with Java apps, MP3 player, Snake, voice dial, two side LEDs for missed alerts
The Nokia 6300, unveiled in late 2006, quickly became one of Nokia’s most iconic mid-range phones thanks to its sleek metal design and compact candybar form . Its 2.0‑inch QVGA screen delivered clear visuals, while the 2 MP camera captured respectable stills and QCIF video. Although it had only 7.8 MB internal memory, the addition of microSD support (up to 2 GB) made it a solid multimedia device.
Under the hood, a long-lasting 860 mAh battery powered approximately 3.5 hours of calls or two weeks on standby. Connectivity options included GSM/EDGE, Bluetooth 2.0, mini‑USB for data transfers, FM radio, and a 2.5 mm headphone jack—plus the convenient side LED indicators for missed calls or messages.
Running Nokia’s dependable Series 40 OS, the 6300 featured Java support, MP3 playback, voice dialing, and classic games like Snake. Its combination of polished aesthetics, reliable performance, and essential features made it a clear favourite—selling around 35 million units .
