Design and Build
The NEC e525 presents a compact and robust design typical of its era. With dimensions of 101 x 48 x 24 mm and a weight of 110 grams, it fits comfortably into the palm of the hand, offering a tactile user experience. The phone’s shell is dressed in silver, giving it a sleek, metallic appearance that was fashionable at the time. It utilizes a Mini-SIM card format, a common choice for mobile phones until the introduction of micro and nano SIMs. Its size makes it quite portable, and its build feels sturdy, although by today's standards, it is considerably bulkier.