Nokia 3660: The Rare 3650 Upgrade
Type: NHL-8_3660
💎 Rarity Index: A (Rare)
👁 Evaluation in my collection: Great – 9.3/10
🕵 Nokia Codename: Sylvester
⏱ Life timer: N/A | 📦 Boxed: NO
📅 Release Year: 2003 | 💰 Release Price: 450 €
📊 Units Sold: ~2M
📰 Why this phone matters: The Nokia 3660 is a refined and expressive successor to the iconic Nokia 3650, combining the power of the early Symbian Series 60 platform with a redesigned keypad and a striking color-focused design. Released in late 2003, it addressed user feedback by replacing the circular keypad of the 3650 with a more familiar rectangular grid layout, improving typing comfort without losing the distinctive charm of Nokia’s bold early smartphone era.
This mint-condition red unit is an exceptional example of the 3660. The red housing is one of the more eye-catching and vibrant variants, reflecting Nokia’s early 2000s focus on personalization and expressive design. These colorful versions were popular at launch but are difficult to find today in clean, near-new condition.
Powered by Symbian OS 6.1 with Series 60 UI, the 3660 offered video recording, Bluetooth connectivity, multimedia messaging, RealPlayer support, and expandable MMC memory at a time when most mobile phones were still limited to basic features. Its VGA camera made it a capable early cameraphone, continuing the evolution that began with the Nokia 7650 and 3650.
With its combination of color, capability, and unique early smartphone personality, the Nokia 3660 stands as a memorable and collectible piece of Nokia’s Symbian history. A mint red unit like this is a rare and valuable addition to any serious mobile phone collection.
📝 Reviews when released: Mobile Review 🔗