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General| Processor | 1 GHz ARM 11 |
|---|---|
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Internal Storage | 2 GB |
| Expandable Storage | microSD, up to 32 GB |
| Rear Camera | 5 MP |
| Weight | 93 g |
| Announced | 2011, August |
| Status | Discontinued |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Card slot | microSD, up to 32 GB |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio with RDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Stand-by | Up to 500 h (2G) / Up to 455 h (3G) |
| Talk time | Up to 7 h (2G) / Up to 5 h (3G) |
| Music play | Up to 35 h |
| Operating System | Symbian Anna |
| Battery | Li-Ion 1110 mAh (BL-4U) |
| Dimensions | 111.3 x 53.8 x 14.1 mm |
| Type | TFT capacitive touchscreen, 256K colors |
| GPU | No |
| Bluetooth | A2DP |
| Colors | Black, White, Purple |
Switch off the device when mobile phone use is not allowed or may cause interference or danger.
Obey all local laws. Keep hands free to operate the vehicle while driving. Prioritize road safety.
All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect performance.
Only qualified personnel may install or repair this product.
Use only batteries, chargers, and accessories approved by Nokia. Do not connect incompatible products.
Your device is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.
The front cover is glass and can break if dropped. Do not touch broken glass.
Listen to a headset at a moderate level. Do not hold the device near your ear when the loudspeaker is in use.
Identify the front and top keys and connectors of your phone.
Control your phone by lightly touching the screen with fingertips. Avoid using fingernails.
Instructions on how to insert the SIM card into the phone.
Use only compatible memory cards approved by Nokia for this device.
Information on how to charge the battery using the charger or USB.
Press and hold the power key to switch the phone on or off.
Guides you through initial setup, including creating a Nokia account.
Use the Phone switch application to copy content via Bluetooth.
Press the key lock button to prevent accidental calls or operations.
Avoid touching the antenna area during operation to maintain quality and battery life.
Adjust volume using keys. Connect compatible headsets for audio.
Download applications from Nokia Store and access the user guide on your phone.
Manage phone content and sync with your computer using Nokia Ovi Suite.
Tap, tap and hold, or drag items on the touch screen to interact with the interface.
Slide finger to navigate lists, menus, or view content. Use two fingers to zoom.
Home screen elements are interactive; tap to open applications or view information.
Switch between open apps or enter text using the virtual keyboard.
Understand various icons indicating phone status, calls, messages, and network.
Search phone content and internet. Use phone offline by activating the offline profile.
Tips to reduce power consumption, including activating power saving mode.
Reset phone settings to original values if it is not working properly.
Manage call profiles and personalise ringtones and alert tones for different situations.
Change phone's appearance by applying themes or changing the back cover.
Personalise the home screen by changing wallpaper, rearranging items, and adding widgets.
Organise applications by creating folders for quicker access.
Instructions for calling numbers, contacts, answering, and rejecting calls.
Answer waiting calls, swap calls, end calls, and turn the phone to silence.
Make conference calls with multiple participants.
Call contacts using voice commands and make calls over the internet.
View missed calls, call the last dialled number, and access your voice mailbox.
Divert calls to voice mailbox or another number, and prevent making or receiving calls.
Save phone numbers and mail addresses. Add, edit, and view contact information.
Save numbers from calls/messages, contact important people quickly, and set favourites.
Add pictures to contacts and set specific ringing tones for contacts or groups.
Create contact groups for messaging and copy contacts from the SIM card.
Send text, audio, and multimedia messages to contacts or groups.
Receive, reply to, and view message conversations.
Listen to text messages aloud and change language settings for messages.
Get a free Ovi Mail account and access mail from your phone or PC.
Add or delete mailboxes and read, reply to, or forward mails.
Send mail with attachments and respond to meeting requests.
Browse websites, go to specific URLs, and zoom in or out.
Add bookmarks for quick access and subscribe to web feeds for updates.
Find local events, weather, and other information using Here and now.
See friends' status updates from multiple services in one view.
Post status updates and link online friends to their contact information.
Upload pictures/videos and share your location in status updates.
Contact friends from social networks and add events to your phone calendar.
Take pictures using the phone's camera.
Save location data to pictures and videos automatically.
Capture special moments as videos and get tips for recording.
Send pictures or videos via message, mail, or Bluetooth.
Browse, view, and zoom pictures. Play videos.
Add effects, text, or frames to your pictures using the Photo editor.
Create short movies or slideshows from videos and pictures.
Listen to music and podcasts. Play songs, albums, or playlists.
Copy music from your PC to your phone using Nokia Ovi Suite.
Record sounds using the voice recorder and listen to FM radio stations.
Find, save, and manage radio stations. Listen to saved or internet radio stations.
Find locations, plan routes, and get turn-by-turn directions.
Change map views and understand positioning methods.
Download and update maps for offline use.
Activate, deactivate, and calibrate the compass.
Find locations, view details, and save places or routes to Favourites.
Get voice guidance for driving or walking, and set destinations.
Plan routes, change settings, and select driving or walking modes.
View Microsoft Office documents like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Open and read PDF documents using Adobe Reader.
Perform calculations and write notes, including shopping lists.
Translate words between Chinese and English, or other languages.
Set and manage alarms, check local times, and snooze alarms.
Add calendar entries for appointments and set reminders.
View your weekly schedule and add tasks to your to-do list.
Check for and install software updates for your phone and applications.
Browse, organise, copy, move, and delete files on your phone.
Format memory, password protect cards, and increase available memory.
View installed apps, remove unwanted ones, and manage installation settings.
Synchronise content between your phone and a remote server or PC.
Set automatic lock, lock manually or remotely, and encrypt your data.
Remove personal content and restore settings before recycling.
Follow simple measures to protect your phone from harmful content and keep data safe.
Select networks manually, set network type, and define internet connection settings.
Connect to WLAN networks at home or on the move for web browsing.
Connect to wireless headsets, other devices, or car kits using Bluetooth.
Copy content between phone and computer using a USB cable and change USB modes.
Store files on remote drives and close network connections.
Find help through the user guide, rebooting, or contacting support.
Information on PIN, PUK, and IMEI codes for device security and identification.
Follow practical rules for using accessories safely and correctly.
Details about the battery type, talk time, and standby time.
Tips to reduce battery consumption, like closing unused applications.
Information on recycling old Nokia products and packaging.
Handle device, battery, and accessories with care to protect warranty coverage.
Understand copyright protection and how DRM affects content use.
Safety precautions for batteries and chargers, including temperature and short-circuiting.
Information on emergency calls, children, medical devices, and hearing safety.
Protect device from harmful content, operating environment, and potentially explosive atmospheres.
Information on radio wave exposure guidelines for the mobile device.
Information on how Nokia may change its privacy policy.
Product compliance with essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Notices regarding potential TV or radio interference from the device.
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