---
product_id: 65593784
title: "Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone"
brand: "nokia"
price: "R4791"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Nokia"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/65593784-nokia-n8-sim-free-mobile-phone
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Symbian3 OS Power 12MP Pro Camera 2-Day Battery Life Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone

**Brand:** nokia
**Price:** R4791
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Own the moment, power your day, and connect your world with Nokia N8.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone by nokia
- **How much does it cost?** R4791 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/65593784-nokia-n8-sim-free-mobile-phone)

## Best For

- nokia enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nokia brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Unmatched Battery Endurance:** Enjoy up to 48 hours of real-world use—stay connected longer without the constant recharge anxiety.
- • **Expandable Storage & USB OTG:** 16GB internal plus microSD slot and USB On-The-Go means your files and memories travel with you, no limits.
- • **Capture Every Moment in Stunning HD:** 12MP camera with 720p video lets you shoot like a pro, making your social feed pop.
- • **Seamless Social & Media Integration:** Built-in social networking and home theatre connectivity keep you plugged into your world effortlessly.
- • **Customizable & Intuitive Symbian3 OS:** Widgets and a flexible interface give you control and style beyond the locked-down smartphone norm.

## Overview

The Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone is a 2010 flagship device featuring a 12MP rear camera with 720p HD video capture, a vibrant 3.5-inch LCD display, and a robust Symbian3 operating system. It offers 16GB internal storage expandable via microSD, USB On-The-Go support, and a long-lasting lithium-ion battery that delivers up to two days of typical use. Designed for professionals who value photography, media, and social connectivity, the N8 integrates GPS geotagging, home theatre compatibility, and customizable widgets, making it a versatile and reliable smartphone choice.

## Description

Shoot your masterpiece in HD Powered by Symbian3 Connect to your home theatre Integrated social networking Download thousands of opportunities

Review: Amazing - I bought it less than 1 month ago and it's a great phone. Very flexible and easy to use. Slightly more cumbersome than my Iphone 3G that I had for 2 years but I prefer it by far. Camera is impressive, media capabilities amazing. You can plug to pc and use it as a normal Hard Drive and control all the files, which for example is impossible with Iphone. Widgets are very useful and much better than the bare list of applications that you find on Ifone OS. Built quality is top notch. Browser is not great though but will be upgraded soon. Nokia don't know how to market this product but I am really surprised how good it is. Solid, reliable, good looking. Battery life also great, normal use it lasts me 2 days, much better than my Iphone. Thank you
Review: Bought as a MP3 player in 2015 - I have been in the market for a Mp3 player for a while but the current players available seem to be degenerating and reducing in specs. I was looking for a decent interface that I can quickly find and play music with no hassle. I want drag and drop & SD card slots. I was looking for Bluetooth connectivity & a FM transmitter built in. It also has to have a legacy headphone AUX out. The N8 ticks all these boxes. I recommend this as a Mp3 player in the current market. Its not a perfect player. But Nokia's in built music playing software is ok and above average. The N8 has 16gb phone memory and 32gb sd slot. Nothing to mega but its ok for me at the moment, until someone makes a Mp3 player that I want. The N8 was a fantastic phone in its day. I loved it. The camera is excellent. Its a bit fiddly sometimes. I wouldn't recommend the N8 as a smart phone in 2015, its 3G and the SYMBIAN store has been closed down. I put a cheap Sim card in the phone to stop the annoying messages. I put the phone in Offline mode. It only plays music now. No hassle . The battery life in offline mode is very good. I get around 24 hours of music play from the N8 with the inbuilt FM transmitter. The FM Transmitter is the N8`s party piece. I don't know any phone or (Decent) Mp3 player that has this option. Bluetooth works fine with my Bluetooth headphones. It connected ok with my works ford stereo also. Overall Im very please with my purchase.

## Features

- Shoot your masterpiece in HD
- Powered by Symbian3
- Connect to your home theatre
- Integrated social networking
- Download thousands of opportunities

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0042JSKFC |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
| Best Sellers Rank | 98,095 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 3,721 in SIM-Free & Unlocked Mobile Phones |
| Brand | Nokia |
| Brand Name | Nokia |
| CPU model | Snapdragon |
| Cellular Technology | 4G |
| Colour | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 93 Reviews |
| Digital Zoom | 2 x |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Form Factor | Slate |
| Frame Rate | 30 fps |
| GPS Geotagging Functionality | True |
| Headphones Jack | No headphone jack |
| Human Interface Types | Touchscreen |
| Item Dimensions | 5.9 x 1.3 x 11.4 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 0.3 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Nokia |
| Maximum Display Resolution | 1280x720 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16384 MB |
| Memory storage capacity | 16384 MB |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB, Wi-Fi |
| Operating System | Symbian |
| Operating system | Symbian |
| Optical Sensor Resolution | 12 MP |
| Processor Series | Snapdragon |
| Product Features | GPS, OLED_display, camera, e-mail, face_detection, flash, front_camera, mp3_ringtones, radio, stereo_jack_connector, touchscreen, usb, wap, wifi |
| Rear Facing Camera Photo Sensor Resolution | 12 MP |
| Refresh Rate | 60 |
| Resolution | 720p |
| SIM Card Slot Count | Single SIM |
| Screen Size | 3.5 Inches |
| Screen size | 3.5 Inches |
| Sim Card Size | Standard |
| Specific Uses For Product | photography, streaming |
| Video Capture Resolution | 720p |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Network Technology | CDMA, GSM |
| Wireless Provider | T-Mobile, Unlocked |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nokia
- **CPU model:** Snapdragon
- **Cellular technology:** 4G
- **Memory storage capacity:** 16384 MB
- **Model name:** N8
- **Operating system:** Symbian
- **Refresh rate:** 60
- **Resolution:** 720p
- **Screen size:** 3.5 Inches
- **Wireless carrier:** T-Mobile, Unlocked

## Images

![Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91IyoD7uM9L.jpg)
![Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91+XHWQmgqL.jpg)
![Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91tF-d62NTL.jpg)
![Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91tM7Fb1jhL.jpg)
![Nokia N8 Sim Free Mobile Phone - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91vV1oPKQiL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does the nokia n8  take micro sim once its in an adapter**
A: I'm pretty sure all mobile phones will take a micro sim once it's properly inserted in an adapter

**Q: Made In Finland???**
A: Yes its made in Finland

**Q: Is it unlocked**
A: All I can say is that “sim free” usually means it is unlocked.

**Q: Does it have wi-fi and Bluetooth**
A: Yes to WiFi & Bluetooth

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing
*by T***K on 27 June 2011*

I bought it less than 1 month ago and it's a great phone. Very flexible and easy to use. Slightly more cumbersome than my Iphone 3G that I had for 2 years but I prefer it by far. Camera is impressive, media capabilities amazing. You can plug to pc and use it as a normal Hard Drive and control all the files, which for example is impossible with Iphone. Widgets are very useful and much better than the bare list of applications that you find on Ifone OS. Built quality is top notch. Browser is not great though but will be upgraded soon. Nokia don't know how to market this product but I am really surprised how good it is. Solid, reliable, good looking. Battery life also great, normal use it lasts me 2 days, much better than my Iphone. Thank you

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bought as a MP3 player in 2015
*by J***I on 31 July 2015*

I have been in the market for a Mp3 player for a while but the current players available seem to be degenerating and reducing in specs. I was looking for a decent interface that I can quickly find and play music with no hassle. I want drag and drop & SD card slots. I was looking for Bluetooth connectivity & a FM transmitter built in. It also has to have a legacy headphone AUX out. The N8 ticks all these boxes. I recommend this as a Mp3 player in the current market. Its not a perfect player. But Nokia's in built music playing software is ok and above average. The N8 has 16gb phone memory and 32gb sd slot. Nothing to mega but its ok for me at the moment, until someone makes a Mp3 player that I want. The N8 was a fantastic phone in its day. I loved it. The camera is excellent. Its a bit fiddly sometimes. I wouldn't recommend the N8 as a smart phone in 2015, its 3G and the SYMBIAN store has been closed down. I put a cheap Sim card in the phone to stop the annoying messages. I put the phone in Offline mode. It only plays music now. No hassle . The battery life in offline mode is very good. I get around 24 hours of music play from the N8 with the inbuilt FM transmitter. The FM Transmitter is the N8`s party piece. I don't know any phone or (Decent) Mp3 player that has this option. Bluetooth works fine with my Bluetooth headphones. It connected ok with my works ford stereo also. Overall Im very please with my purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent
*by K***N on 19 October 2011*

I got the N8 as a compromise. I wanted to upgrade from my N79 but because technology is changing right now (NFC, 4G etc) I was not confident about investing big money in them yet. A good deal came up for a used N8 and I took it (essentially I paid less than I paid for the N79 new two years ago). Overall it's a sleek design, sturdy quality build. The size is big enough for the screen to be comfortable without the phone being too big to fit a pocket. The touchscreen is very responsive. Symbian Anna looks and feels decent. I've toyed with Symbian Belle on other devices and it is great, so I can't wait for it to come to the N8. Yes, Symbian comes with an expiration date. So do all phones. Apple dropped support for its first two iPhones quite soon. Ok, so it is not the fastest, biggest, meanest smartphone on the market. It wasn't when it came out and it certainly isn't now, a year and a half later, so some apps can take a few seconds to load. The camera is still king of the hill. Not many phones out there with proper xenon flash, and it does matter. Dual led doesn't come close and forget about single led. As far as apps are concerned, I'm not an app-maniac. There are apps for the stuff I care about. I don't need 100 apps for every single thing. Of the 3 home screens of Anna I've already removed one and still struggle to fill the other two. I just don't need much stuff at first touch. A shortcut to the apps folder can take care of everything I don't use daily. As of this date, I would not recommend it as a cutting edge phone. But if you are looking for a quality affordable smartphone to carry you through the next couple of years until NFC and 4G catch on, this one is a good candidate, especially if the camera matters to you.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-06*