nokia 5130 xpress music

WELCOME TO NOKIA 5130 XPRESS MUSIC.

At a certain point everyone finds themselves in the situation where all they need is a no-nonsense phone that looks good and doesn't cost a fortune. The Nokia 5130 XpressMusic is exactly the kind - one of the sleekest, most affordable handsets by the Finnish manufacturer that has ever set foot in our door.

With a distinctly youthful charm, the Nokia 5130 XpressMusic certainly won't replace your laptop but will give you all a mobile phone should. Offering the bare minimum might not be what your average geek expects from a phone but it is exactly what the market wants. The fact that the Nokia 5310 sold more than 13 million units is clear enough evidence of this.

After all, not everyone can afford an N97 nor does everyone need it. What everyone does need however is good performance from their handset, even more so if reliability can be offered at a low price point. So we felt a thorough review of the Nokia 5130 XpressMusic was in order to check out this theory.

Nokia 5130 XpressMusic official photos
Key features:
Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE support
2" 262K color TFT display of QVGA resolution
Sleek body design and nice hoice of materials
Ambient light sensor
Hot-swappable microSD card slot up to 16GB (1GB card included)
Music features:
Top notch audio quality
Dedicated music keys with backlighting
Music light effects
Standard 3.5 mm audio jack
Stereo Bluetooth (A2DP)
Stereo FM radio with RDS
Up to 21 h of dedicated music playback
Main disadvantages:
Mediocre camera with no flash or auto focus, sluggish
QCIF video recording (only good for MMS)
No 3G
No stereo loudspeakers
No smart dialing
No Java multi-tasking
No office document viewer
No Flight mode and no Active stand-by

The Nokia 5130 XpressMusic might be a mass-market handset but it most certainly doesn't look run of the mill. On the contrary, it's one of those unassuming little gadgets that actually cash in big for the company. With such expectations on its shoulder, it is little wonder we are so curious to find out what this handset has to offer.

Nokia 5130 XpressMusic is in for a review
Join us on the next page to find out more about the Nokia 5130 XpressMusic hardware and design features.

nokia 6216 classic

WELCOME TO NOKIA 6216 CLASSIC.

The 3rd annual WIMA conference is the place Nokia chose to unveil their third NFC-enabled handset - the Nokia 6216 classic. The new phone is their first attempt at making a SIM-based NFC device, which allows operators to integrate NFC services into the SIM card itself.



The Nokia 6216 classic combines both the ease of NFC contact-less payments and the security of SIM transaction authorization. As a result, the Nokia 6216 classic will truly be among the first wireless devices that can freely be used as a replacement for the credit cards one usually brings along.



Taken straight form our own glossary, NFC technology or Near Field Communication is a short-range wireless communication technology that enables the exchange of data between devices over about a 10 cm distance.



NFC is an upgrade of the existing proximity card standard (RFID) that combines the interface of a smartcard and a reader into a single device. It allows users to seamlessly share content between digital devices, pay bills wirelessly or use their cellphone as an electronic traveling ticket on existing contactless infrastructure already in use for public transportation and payment.



The connection between two NFC devices is established at once (under a tenth of a second). Due to its shorter range, NFC provides a higher degree of security than Bluetooth.
With the introduction of the Nokia 6216 classic the smart card role will in fact be taken by the SIM card that every GSM phone already uses. Owner's credit card information can be stored securely on the SIM card and waving the device in front of a contactless terminal enables quick payment and simple ticketing services.



Of course, a compatible NFC SIM card is required in order to be used with contactless ticketing and payment services, and require a service subscription and installation of an appropriate secure application.



In addition to the NFC technology, the Nokia 6216 classic, which seems as quite blatant remake of NFC-enabled Nokia 6212 classic, and is equipped with 3G support, a 2-inch QVGA display, a 2 megapixel camera, stereo FM radio and and a microSD slot.



The Nokia 6216 classic is expected to hit the shelves in Q3 2009 in select markets only. Its projected retail price is 150 euro before taxes and subsidies.

The 3rd annual WIMA conference is the place Nokia chose to unveil their third NFC-enabled handset - the Nokia 6216 classic. The new phone is their first attempt at making a SIM-based NFC device, which allows operators to integrate NFC services into the SIM card itself.

The Nokia 6216 classic combines both the ease of NFC contact-less payments and the security of SIM transaction authorization. As a result, the Nokia 6216 classic will truly be among the first wireless devices that can freely be used as a replacement for the credit cards one usually brings along.

Taken straight form our own glossary, NFC technology or Near Field Communication is a short-range wireless communication technology that enables the exchange of data between devices over about a 10 cm distance.

NFC is an upgrade of the existing proximity card standard (RFID) that combines the interface of a smartcard and a reader into a single device. It allows users to seamlessly share content between digital devices, pay bills wirelessly or use their cellphone as an electronic traveling ticket on existing contactless infrastructure already in use for public transportation and payment.

The connection between two NFC devices is established at once (under a tenth of a second). Due to its shorter range, NFC provides a higher degree of security than Bluetooth.
With the introduction of the Nokia 6216 classic the smart card role will in fact be taken by the SIM card that every GSM phone already uses. Owner's credit card information can be stored securely on the SIM card and waving the device in front of a contactless terminal enables quick payment and simple ticketing services.

Of course, a compatible NFC SIM card is required in order to be used with contactless ticketing and payment services, and require a service subscription and installation of an appropriate secure application.

In addition to the NFC technology, the Nokia 6216 classic, which seems as quite blatant remake of NFC-enabled Nokia 6212 classic, and is equipped with 3G support, a 2-inch QVGA display, a 2 megapixel camera, stereo FM radio and and a microSD slot.

The Nokia 6216 classic is expected to hit the shelves in Q3 2009 in select markets only. Its projected retail price is 150 euro before taxes and subsidies.

nokia E 75

welcome to nokia E75
If we can think of one reason to take being told "to mind your own business" with a smile it would be the Nokia Eseries. A household name for enterprise users, it's hardly a surprise that each E-series update is greeted with plenty of excitement. The Nokia E75 is no exception, even if it doesn't really put anything new on the table.
Nokia E75 official photos
The side-sliding QWERTY form factor lands on Symbian turf following a reasonably successful spell on the WinMo side of the yard.
The major novelty of the Nokia E75 is the form factor and we're about to see if this is enough for it to carve a niche out for itself in a crowded market.
Nokia E75 lifestyle photos
There's no denying that if a side-sliding QWERTY is good enough for a teenage-targeted music phone (the Nokia 5730 XpressMusic), it must be more than at home in a full-featured business phone.

Even if we leave aside the scores of competing business handsets, the Nokia E75 still faces quite stiff competition from within the E-series range itself. It's unreasonably close to the E90 as far as pricing is concerned and is quite uncomfortably cloning most of Nokia E71 functionality. The side-sliding QWERTY keyboard and FP2 are pretty much all the E75 has over the E71.
The Nokia E75 in the comfort of our office
It's more like an alternative we're talking here rather than a substantial upgrade. Truth be told, we were pretty impressed with the Nokia E71 and if the E75 matches its performance then there will be no reason to grumble.Retail package is decently stuffed
The Nokia E75 is pretty decently equipped and that was probably to be expected considering the price tag. The phone comes with a 4GB microSD card, a USB cable and of course a DC charger.
Unfortunately we didn't find a leather carrying case in the box like the one for the E71. Quite a nice accessory, this is probably the thing we miss most from the retail package.
The retail package is moderately well equipped
The supplied handsfree is one piece, which means you cannot use the remote with another headset. Finally, there is a whole load of paperwork including manuals, quick start guides, a few leaflets plus the required sync software on CD.
Nokia E75 360-degree spin
A slide-out QWERTY keyboard suggests the E75 might be a bit chunky. Not a bit of it though - at 111.8 x 50 x 14.4 mm and a volume of only 69 cc, it turned out to be more compact than we expected.
Design-wise the Nokia E75 is a phone of two faces. Its steel back is a joy to look at, even more so than the E71 because of its slender shape. However the front panel is not nearly as attractive. The number pad is made of cheap looking plastic and doesn't really ooze the style and solidity that the E-series is famous for.
The design has its ups and downs
We certainly don't want to rekindle the debate that our conclusions on the glossy plastic used on the Nokia N96 provoked, but we are not particularly fond of the fact that an E-series device gets this kind of treatment.
Based on the tacky keypad, we were expecting to be disappointed by the slide-sliding QWERTY - but the quality took a turn for the better with a very solid looking, chrome-framed keyboard. To add to the positive impression, the phone keeps quite a compact shape even with the keyboard out, and the handling is comfortable and secure.
The ambient light sensor and the video-call camera are at the top of the front panel of the Nokia E75, either side of the earpiece. Below them is the 2.4" display, followed by the D-pad, which is quite comfortable to use. It has a programmable LED in the center that can be set to indicate missed events or simply serve as a standby breathing light.
We don't mean to sound to pretentious, but we would have liked it quite much if the E-series had finally been updated with a larger display - say, something like a 2.8-incher would have been great. Instead, here we see the same diagonal as on Nokia E66.
The ambient light sensor and the video-call camera
There are eight system keys, level with the D-pad, including the usual Nokia foursome - Call and End keys and two soft-keys. The end key doubles as a power switch, unlike the E71, which has a dedicated button for the purpose. Given the garish red power button they inexplicably added to the E71, this key combo might actually be something to be thankful for! On the other hand if you have a habit of hitting the End key repeatedly for going to the homescreen you might end up turning your E75 off by accident now and then.
The other four keys around the D-pad are menu, backspace and the typical E-series one-touch keys for calendar and messaging. However, these last two can be programmed to serve whatever purpose you like, two commands assignable to each of them. The first will respond to a short press, the second to a press-and-hold.
The problem with all those eight keys around the D-pad is that they are rather small and cramped. In addition, each pair of them shares a plastic knob with a rocker-like action, which can occasionally lead to mispresses.
The buttons on the inside (bordering on the D-pad) have a rather flimsy press too. To be honest, it's nothing critical and you will get used to the control pad but the form factor has inevitably led to some compromises. In short, the layout and handling of the controls on the E75 are inferior to the E71, though that's before we've passed judgment on the QWERTY keyboard.
The eight keys around the display are way too tiny
The left side of the Nokia E75 is where the microUSB port and the microSD card slot are. They're both covered with plastic lids to avoid getting filled with dust and dirt. Those fit firmly in place and can be somewhat tricky to use as they are a little stiff.

The bottom is where the standard charger port is. Next to it is the mic right at the very edge.
The charging port is at the bottom right next to the microphone pinhole
The right side of the E75 comprises four keys and the lanyard eyelet. The keys include two volume controls, a voice command shortcut and a camera key. While it has full functionality, including autofocus half-press and camera launch, it is quite poorly designed.
The camera key clicks unpleasantly every time you press it and a tangible wobble makes it less than a joy to use. But these are just minor complaints compared to the amount of time it takes for the camera to actually start.
Yes, it's a good idea they have made it resistant to accidental presses, but needing to press it for good 4-5 seconds before the camera starts is hardly ideal when you want to capture a 'moment'.
No less than four keys are to be found on the right

Nokia N79

The Nokia N79 is a GSM/WCDMA dual-mode multimedia computer supporting WCDMA/HSDPA, EGSM, and WLAN. Change the Xpress-on smart covers that automatically change the theme when attached. Use the Nokia N79 to connect to mobile broadband using WLAN or HSDPA (3.5G). Find directions and locations with the integrated A-GPS and included maps. Take photos with a 5-megapixel autofocus camera with a dual LED flash and automatic location tagging of images and videos. Enjoy videos, music, and graphics on the 2.4” QVGA display with orientation sensor. Additional features include UPnP, Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR, and USB 2.0 High-Speed.

Nokia N8800 Arteokia

Nokia describes the composition of the latest 8800 as a "unique synthesis of high quality glass and metal", however, unique seems a misnomer considering how similar the Arte looks to its predecessor the Sirocco. That said, there's definitely something alluring about the simple elegance of the Arte.

The 8800 feels great to hold and to use. It's noticeably heavier than other handsets, and while we'd often mark the extra heft as a bad point, the Arte has a pleasing weight; it feels solid and durable. The sliding mechanism is amongst the best we've used, and again gives the impression of a high quality build and of a level of craftsmanship absent from cheaper mass-produced models.

The keypad is comprised of small angled keys which we found easy to differentiate when typing quickly, despite being smaller than we'd typically like to see. The glass OLED display is bright and clear, and displays 16 million colours, like most Nokia handsets.

The Arte is also bundled with similarly attractive accessories. Alongside the standard CD-ROM and user manual we discovered a sexy suede carry case and a sleek-looking USB charging stand

The folks at Expansys are hard at work helping us get a wee bit more dirt on what Samsung has in store for us this year with the unofficial unveiling of the Samsung C6625. This QWERTY messaging device has a 2 megapixel camera, runs Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard, triple-band GSM, HSDPA in the unfortunate (for us) 2100MHz band, AGPS, and 100MB of onboard memory that you can boost with microSDHC. Pricing is tentatively set -- these things change as it is still a pre-order -- at $365 with no firm shipping date. Thanks again for the goods and we'll see you, Samsung, at Mobile World Congress.