Nokia and the N95

Meenakshi Shankar writes about the N95's features, about how it combines different functions into one phone.

By Meenakshi Shankar
TMCnet contributing writer
Gone are the days where a user needs both a laptop and a mobile phone. The new age revolution is to just have a Nokia N95 which is a pocket size device armed with features that enable you to make calls, browse the web, download music or video, access information, capture pictures and many more.Nokia’s new N series phone is rather an advanced multimedia device that combines features of both advanced phones and computers. Features include a double slide design, the S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 1 software running on the Symbian OS (v9.2), integrated GPS, and a 5-megapixel camera.

A number of compatible applications that can be downloaded to the Nokia N95, including games, navigation, entertainment, productivity and creativity. N95 is reportedly the only HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) handset and with support for WLAN, EDGE and WCDMA networks, which enables users to browse the Internet faster than with 3G technology. The integrated 5 megapixel camera enables users to take quality photos and shoot DVD-like quality video clips.

With the TV out feature and support for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) technology, photos and video clips can be viewed on a compatible television. "The Nokia N95 is the ultimate multimedia computer and a fantastic example of what Nokia N series devices can deliver," said Usun Pringgodigdo, Nokia Indonesia multimedia business manager, during a recent telephone interview. "This single device, which fits easily in your pocket, can replace stand-alone devices that you no longer need, whether it's your music player, your digital camera, PDA or navigation device," he explained.

The phone’s two-way slide feature enables one to toggle between different modes, from reading maps to watching a video. A maps application enables one to find specific routes or locate services such as restaurants and hotels, as well as covering more than 15 million points of interest.

Internet surfing features include a floating toolbar, password manager and auto complete, as well as web feeds with support for Atom and auto update. In addition, users can play music through the device by downloading songs through www.musicreaders.com. The multimedia device has a 2.6-inch QVGA 16 million color display, 3D graphics and intuitive user interface.

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