The Nokia 6610 is a mobile phone introduced by the Finnish telecommunications company Nokia in 2002. Announced on 17 June 2002, it entered the market in the third quarter of that year as part of Nokia’s Series 40 platform lineup.
Design and hardware
- Form factor: candy‑bar (type NHL‑4U), codenamed “Jacqueline”.
- Display: 1.5‑inch CSTN screen with a resolution of 128 × 128 pixels, capable of rendering 4 096 colours.
- Battery: removable Li‑Ion BL‑3 battery rated at 780 mAh.
- Storage: approximately 610 KB of internal memory for contacts, messages and small Java (J2ME) applications.
Network and connectivity
- GSM tri‑band (900/1800/1900 MHz), providing worldwide 2G coverage.
- Supports GPRS, HSCSD, and later software updates added EDGE in some markets.
- Includes a Pop‑Port accessory connector for headsets and data cables.
Features
- Polyphonic ringtones and FM stereo radio with RDS.
- Text messaging (SMS) and picture messaging (MMS).
- WAP 1.2.1 browser for basic internet access.
- Java MIDP 2.0 support, enabling downloadable applications such as games and utilities.
- Hands‑free speakerphone, voice dialing, and a customizable profile system.
Variants
- Nokia 6610i – an enhanced version with additional preinstalled content and minor firmware updates.
- Nokia 6585 – CDMA variant targeting markets using CDMA2000 technology.
- Nokia 6560 – AMPS/D‑AMPS based model for regions still operating analog mobile networks.
The Nokia 6610 was marketed as a stylish, entry‑level handset aimed at younger users and those seeking basic multimedia capabilities without the complexity of higher‑end smartphones. Production ceased in the mid‑2000s as Nokia transitioned to newer Series 40 devices and later smartphone platforms.