The Nokia 8801 is definitely a great phone. The fit, finish, and craftsmanship are all top notch, and the design is impeccable. The sliding mechanism is unlike any other phone on the market, and is very addictive. The motion is crisp and decisive, and the attention to detail (even in the packaging and included accessories) is immediately tangible.No doubt the bulk of the cost of the phone is due to the design element and the time spent on manufacturing the phone. It is certainly not feature-packed, but what it does, it does well. If you're looking for a phone that handles all the basic essentials (bluetooth, PIM, etc), and want something that will look really good at the same time, then look no further.The phone's weight is definitely a concern - it's very hefty for its size, yet it's built like a rock. It could be a smidge lighter, but it also doesn't really bother me.The keypad is rather small. Those with clumsy hands or cumbersome digits would most likely not be happy, but I haven't had many problems, and I'm still getting used to it. Besides, my other phone (nighttime or travel) is a 7280, which has no keypad. I'm not distressed.The 8801 is best summed up as a premium phone, rather than a feature-packed multimedia device. The 8801 even has special access numbers for priority support and care from Nokia - clearly this is not a phone for the masses. It even has specially-composed ringtones by Ryuichi Sakamoto, and specially-created themes and wallpapers. Buy this phone to stand out from the crowd.