We've reviewed lots of different bits of the Nokia C7 over the past few weeks – from the camera, to the hardware itself, to the Symbian ^3 operating system. Join us after the cut where we'll be rounding up all the different reviews...

We like the Nokia C7. It offers a stylish and super slim design, a great set of features and is more than tough enough for daily use. There's a lot to take in, however, and far too much for just the one review. That's why we've concentrated on lots of different aspects of the Nokia C7. Read on to see the best bits.

In comparison to the Nokia N8, we pointed out in our original Nokia C7 review:

"Put the Nokia C7 alongside the Nokia N8, and the two Symbian ^3 handsets are very closely matched in size. Both feature a 3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen, and both are very thin. Where the Nokia N8 needs a thicker camera housing – for the mechanical shutter – the Nokia C7 features a completely flat back."

"With a curvier and slightly narrower design, the Nokia C7 feels more compact than the Nokia N8, despite the similarities. The glass screen and stainless steel rear help to provide a premium feel, and although it doesn’t quite match the Nokia N8, it’s a very tough device."

Check out our Nokia C7 Symbian ^3 review

On the Nokia C7's software, we stated:

“Just like Symbian ^3 on the Nokia N8, the operating system is truly fast on the Nokia C7. We tried it alongside our Nokia N97 Mini – a device we truly love – and it shamed our handset with the speed that applications and menus can be opened at. It’s also every bit as quick as the N8 in daily use.”

The Nokia C7 does without autofocus, instead using a fixed focus technology. In our Nokia C7: 8 Megapixel Camera Review (Part 2) we pointed out that “the lack of autofocus is great when you just want to grab a quick photograph. There’s no chance of messing it up – just make sure you don’t stick your finger in front of the lens, point, and shoot”.

"It’s the colour reproduction we’re really impressed with, however, with images looking vibrant without being over saturated. On a day like today, the Nokia C7 really has proved itself, and we weren’t left wanting the extra quality of the Nokia N8."

Unfortunately, we weren't quite so impressed with camera performance the first time around, when the Nokia C7 had to perform in darker conditions. "The most disappointing thing is the amount of processing that occurs, helping to keep digital noise to a minimum but also taking away detail. It’s especially apparent in close crops, where we prefer the Nokia N8′s more natural finish."

Summing up the Nokia C7, our original Nokia C7 review points out:

“Overall, we’re really impressed with the Nokia C7. It may lack the headline-grabbing camera of the Nokia N8, but if you’re on a tighter budget it’s nearly as capable. We also love the new design direction, with the curvy style and high quality materials sure to win the Nokia C7 lots of new fans.”