Cricket Launches Nokia 3606 with AWS and Series 40

Humberto Saabedra

ImageCricket has launched one of the internal Nokia models first revealed last year in the 3606.

The midrange clamshell phone features tri-band AWS CDMA support (800/1700/1900), OLED external display with touch sensitive media player controls, Bluetooth with stereo audio support, microSDHC slot with support for 8GB cards, and a 1.3 megapixel camera with video recorder and LED flash along with Series 40 support, confirming internal Nokia production.

The phone is now available online for $159.99 after $20 instant online discount before an additional $20 mail-in rebate, bringing the total to $139.99.

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