In October 2016, a remarkable incident from Afghanistan highlighted the near-legendary durability of Nokia phones. A man reportedly survived a potentially fatal shooting when a bullet struck his Nokia 301 instead of his body. The phone, though shattered, absorbed the impact, sparing him from serious injury. The story gained traction when Peter Skillman, a former Nokia designer, shared a photo of the damaged device on social media, reigniting the mythos surrounding Nokia’s famously rugged construction.
This isn’t the first time a Nokia phone has been credited with stopping a bullet — stories like this have become part of internet folklore, contributing to the brand’s tough-as-nails reputation. Though now overshadowed by modern smartphones in features and popularity, older Nokia models like the 301 are remembered not just for their simplicity and long battery life, but also for their physical resilience. In an era dominated by delicate, glass-covered devices, the tale stands as a nostalgic and almost heroic reminder of a time when phones were built to last — literally. While it’s rare for technology to become the hero in a life-or-death scenario, this incident shows that sometimes, even a humble phone can make the difference between life and death.
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