The Siemens C25 is a mobile phone introduced by Siemens in 1999.[1]Siemens C 25 is positioned as an entry-level model. It is a small, lightweight, handy device. This model was available in only 5 colors (Classic Green, Classic Blue, Anthracite, Bright Blue or Bright Yellow). But it was possible to buy a removable front panel.

Siemens C25
ManufacturerSiemens
Availability by region1999
Compatible networksGSM dual band
Form factorCandybar
Dimensions116 mm × 46 mm × 28 mm
Weight135 grams (including battery)
Battery650 mAh NiMH
Display3 × 12 alphanumeric chars
Data inputsKeypad

There is a function to write your own ringtone. There are several programs for writing melodies. For example, the MIDI-2-C25 allows you to convert MIDI standard music files into a Siemens C25 sheet of notes.

It weighs 135 g and its dimensions are 117 × 47 × 27 mm (length (without the antenna) × width × depth). Its display is a 3 × 12-character monochrome LCD. Display backlight color is green.

The phone's battery powers the phone for 300 minutes talk time, or up to 160 hours if left in stand-by mode. The Ni MH battery is used as standard. It is a dual-band mobile phone, supporting both GSM 900 and GSM 1800 network frequencies. It supports up to 21 monophonic ringtones. It also supports SMS sending and receiving.

Reviews

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Despite usability flaws, Mobile Review found it "a beautiful phone to hold and use".[1] Mobiles magazine scored it 88/100, despite also criticising certain omissions.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Siemens C25". Mobile Review. 1999. Archived from the original on 10 April 2015. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
  2. ^ Bleuzen, Anne (May 1999). "Ola Siemens C25: Un nouveau joker pour OLA". Mobiles (in French). pp. 44–49.