Aug 19, 2016 03:54 PM
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Introduction
Microsoft’s Windows mobile OS once only appealed to geeks and weirdos, but how times have changed. Windows Phone 8 is arguably the slickest mobile phone system available, and matched with Nokia’s great hardware design it makes mobiles like the Nokia Lumia 720 super-desirable.
Nokia Lumia 720 – Design
Nokia’s Lumia phones are some of the most attractive you can buy. The Nokia Lumia 720 borrows the styling of the Lumia 800, a phone that managed to separate itself from the smartphone masses using a plastic body that felt as high-end as a swanky metal one.
However, the Nokia Lumia 720’s body is all smooth curves and soft-touch finish, giving it a great in-hand feel. Its build is superior to the Nokia Lumia 620, which uses a removable battery cover, is a bit chunkier and has less sophisticated curves. The Lumia 720 is less cute, but classier.
The Good
Purest expression of the Nokia Lumia design, absolutely beautiful phone. Battery life is outstanding, the screen has excellent colours and viewing angles. Camera performs admirably in normal conditions. Solid Nokia software support.
The Bad
A little too much time spent looking at "loading." screens. Camera low light performance is noisy. Low memory device means app selection is limited, and low storage means you will need to be constrained with app choices.
Conclusion
For anyone who doesn't mind the slightly limited app and games selection, or doesn't need to fill their phone with apps, the Nokia Lumia 720 is a hands down winner. The battery life alone makes it worth your time to explore and the overall experience is excellent. The camera performs well enough for the money and the lack of a HD display doesn't really hurt the experience. However if you plan on anything more than casual gaming, want the fastest possible Windows Phone experience, or to feel unlimited by your device, the Lumia 720 may represent too many compromises.
