Nokia N8 16 GB / 0.2 GB

Nokia N8 review:

Display:

Nokia N8 is equipped with a 3.5-inch AMOLED, Multitouch display, resolution — 640x360 pixels, displays up to 16 million colours, with an aspect ratio of 16:9 – this is especially convenient when watching videos.

The glass cover protects the screen from damage and possible scratches.

The ambient light sensor automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen backlight. Also, the sensor can be turned off and the parameters can be set independently.

When you hold the phone to your ear during a phone call, the proximity sensor immediately turns off the display backlight, conserving battery power and preventing accidental button presses.

Interface

There are three desktops in Nokia N8. You can switch between tables by pressing the central button (it is possible to scroll through the tables in a circle) or simply scrolling with your finger. Each of them can contain up to 8 widgets and have their own "wallpaper". There is also a scrollable list of contact icons. By clicking on it with your finger, you will open a menu from which you can immediately make a call, send a message, etc.

SMS linking function:

The essence of the function is to link SMS into chains, as in Gmail. Messages from one correspondence between interlocutors are automatically combined into lists that are convenient to view. A very convenient solution for active SMS-correspondence. In addition, animated emoticons can now be inserted into SMS.

Communications:

Nokia N8 supports GPRS/EDGE class B, HSDPA up to 10.2 Mbps and HSUPA up to 2 Mbps. There is Wi-Fi b/g/n.

Bluetooth

Nokia N8 equipped with Bluetooth 3.0 is the first Nokia model with Bluetooth 3.0, also called High Speed. When transferring files to other devices that support this technology, Wi-Fi 802.11 n is used, and the transfer speed is about 24 Mbps.

USB

Feature of Nokia N8 is to connect flash drives (you can both copy data and view them from the drive) using a bundled adapter from microUSB to USB. Flash drives up to 16 GB are supported.

HDMI

The phone has an HDMI Mini connector, there is also an adapter (included in the standard package) for connecting the device to a TV via HDMI. With this connection, you can see all the contents of your screen on TV, you can play music, as well as video (5.1 multi-channel audio is supported, if the corresponding audio track is recorded in the file).

Wi-Fi

802.11 b/g/n is supported. The Wi-Fi module works stably, quickly finds available networks, allows you to add them manually and remembers previously connected ones. There is a Wi-Fi network search wizard.

GPS:

The Nokia N8 has a built-in GPS receiver with A-GPS support and Ovi map navigation. It is also possible to determine coordinates via Wi-Fi, if the Wi-fi point can provide coordinates to your mobile device.

Camera:

Nokia N8 is equipped with a 12-megapixel camera with xenon flash. The camera is equipped with autofocus, face recognition, supports geotagging for photos and videos. It is possible to disable the geotagging function.

The Nokia N8 can shoot 720p HD video at 25 frames per second.

Multimedia:

Nokia N8 has a built-in loud speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack and volume control buttons. Moreover, the exit is located on the upper end, which can be considered an perfect option. There is a functional player and FM-radio with a transmitter. The main feature of the player is the Shuffle mode for all tracks and the effective implementation of viewing album covers. Having lined up in turn on the screen, they easily swipe their fingers in both directions. When you find the album you want, click on its cover. However to get this opportunity, you need to upload pictures to folders with MP3 files.

Applications:

Ovi Store is a network service where various programs are provided to the user, as well as a variety of graphics, melodies and themes. Before launching the application, you may need to download an updated version of the programme, otherwise it may not start. You can purchase music, videos, applications.

Pros and cons of Nokia N8:

Pros:

• Quick replacement of SIM card and memory card
• There is a light sensor (automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen backlight) and a distance sensor (during a phone call, you bring the phone to your ear, the distance sensor immediately turns off the display backlight, saving battery power and preventing accidental button presses)
• New functional player
• FM radio with transmitter
• Wi-Fi 802.11n support
• Three comfortable desktops

Minuses:

• Access to the battery is not possible due to the one-piece housing. You need to contact the service centre or buy special screwdrivers.
• When transferring large files via bluetooth, the connection often breaks.
• Impractical keyboard

Contents of delivery:

• Telephone
• Battery BL-4D Li-Ion 1200 mAh
• Charger
• USB cable
• HDMI cable
• Mini-USB to USB adapter
• Wired stereo headset WH-701
• Silicone Case
• Instruction

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