The chromed plastic volume rocker, power button and screen orientation lock switch nestled in the plastic radio reception strip at the top of the device are decidedly less luxurious, however -- the travel of each was shallow, and the finish on the plastic appeared a bit cheap to our eyes.

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If successful, pressing the power button again will bring up the home screen straight away, and what's more, the lock screen won't return until the handset is restarted.

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