The smartphone industry has evolved so much in the last decade. There are brands the have the biggest screen or the slimmest body or have the best battery life, all competing with each other. But when it comes to durability or in other terms the strongest phone ever made, we can all unanimously agree that it is none other than Nokia 3310.
The ones who have used the ‘unbreakable phone’ will have no doubt of it and the ones who haven’t had definitely heard of the infamous handset by Nokia. The phone is so legendary that even though it is out of production, the coming generations will know about its strength thanks to the internet.
The phone is again making headlines when someone on Twitter reminded us all that the legend has turned 20 on 1 September this year. It was Vala Afshar, Cheif Digital Evangelist, Salesforce, who tweeted about Nokia 3310 launch anniversary. Vala also mentioned that the phone sold 126 million units worldwide and has become one of Nokia’s most ‘iconic devices ‘.
September 1, 2000:@Nokia 3310 was announced. It sold very well, being one of the most successful phones with 126 million units sold worldwide and being one of Nokia's most iconic devices. The phone is still widely acclaimed and has gained a cult status due to its durability. pic.twitter.com/XqPhpVXTff
— Vala Afshar (@ValaAfshar) September 1, 2020
The post has since gained 1800 likes and more than 600 people have tweeted about this sharing their memories with Nokia 3310. People shared pictures of their handsets and felt nostalgic on its 20th anniversary.
One Twitter user said that she is still using the phone and that was just unbelievable.
It still works and I still love it 🤩 pic.twitter.com/2UZdM74yYw
— Helena Cruz (@HellyCrz) September 1, 2020
And it seems she is not alone. The device is well and living with many other users as well.
I still have one in working condition!!
— Rajiv A Singh (@rajivhgnis) September 1, 2020
Someone even shared how their kids reacted to the ancient device.
https://twitter.com/Engima20/status/1300767101620301824
While others just wanted to join in and just appreciate the legend.
https://twitter.com/michaelyinkaa/status/1300769757407465474
https://twitter.com/Brizvioli/status/1300776402174783488
It's called 'The Everlasting'.
— Deniride (@Edirined) September 1, 2020
my wife literally ran hers over with a car, the screen was broke, but the reception was still better then todays phones…
— RetroTechX, Backlog Gaming (@RetroTechx) September 1, 2020
So did you ever had the privilege to own a Nokia 3310? Do tell us what’s the best memory you share with one of the greatest handsets ever made.
