Decided to proceed with identifying various phones spotted on DOLLS pages, which are distinguishable enough. The previous post about Shilibu's Nokia is over there.
Chapter 90 these pictures come from was released in November 2012, so we are looking for models released in 2010-2012.
Being a miserable cellphone geek, I pay close attention to mobile phones which manga authors choose for their characters. If it is not a typical Japanese keitai but an uncommonly looking model from a Western brand, IMO, it may be an important characteristic attribute, setting off the character's personality.
In naked ape's DOLLS, we have quite a few scenes involving phone talking and texting. Among the variety of mobile phones shown in the series, one model stands out distinctively, and it's Seiju Shikibu's Nokia 7260.
This phone was released in the 4th quarter of 2004. In many reviews, it is described as a unique designed device, best suitable for people who are not preoccupied with up-to-date functionality, but truly fascinated by fashion and style.
Keeping in mind his gentle manners, effiminate appearance and a hobby of visiting museums, I consider that vice-captain Shikibu appears a perfect representative of consumer audience for this particular product. Well done, naked ape-sensei!
P.S. Not quite related to this entry subject, but implicity appropriate commentary on personal names' origins and meanings: ( Collapse )
