Simple phones with more functionality, regular updates and company support can cost $100 or more. You don't have to use a basic phone 24/7 Photo Illustration by Becky Harlan/NPR / ...

Flip phones are having a moment. It’s true: People are snatching up those basic clamshell throwbacks of the early 2000s faster than a bag of discounted Reese’s the day after Halloween. The ...

Simple phones are known for their long battery life, often lasting several days on a single charge due to their less power-intensive features. Q: Do simple phones have camera features?

The best simple mobile phones have come a long way in recent years. Cheap or specialist, clamshell or candy bar, with more choice than ever, our expert guide on how to buy the best simple mobile phone ...

Simple Mobile Tools says the phone comes with a 2-year warranty and will receive at least three years of software updates (it’s unclear if those are security updates or major OS updates though).

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The bottom line: The Nokia 2660 is an easy-to-use basic phone for making calls. It offers good audio quality, but it's slower than it should be.