Nokia N95 Review - Introduction & Design
Introduction & Design Calling the Nokia N95 a cell phone would only be half true. In actuality the phone is more of a modern marvel in wireless synergy. A device that includes the connectivity of a cellular device, while offering a bevy of hosted hardware and software tools, specifically for the user who wants, forgive me, for users who demand the most out of their cellular devices.
The Sleek and surprisingly small design of the Nokia N95 (99 x 53 x 21 mm) offers its users a 5.0 megapixel camera, a GPS system, Video game console, Internet connectivity and much more. Yet the phones many features are at no time compromised by the vast array of tools it offers. At first viewing the phone appears to look more like a digital camera than a cellular device. The model I used thanks to Mobileplanet.com came in a "Deep Plum" coloring that was surprisingly easy on the eyes (yes even from a males point of view).
The phone offers a unique two-way slider option. Push up on the front of the phone and the keys for easy dialing are displayed. Push down on the front display and media player buttons are revealed. At first the phone may seem awkward to open, seeing as there is no thumb imprint to push on for easy access, this was easily overcome however after a few days of moderate usage.
I particularly liked the front display keys, specifically because they allowed easy access to the phones applications and settings, while keeping the slider in the closed position. The slider can also remain closed while taking pictures with the phones primary camera. To activate the camera the user simply flips open the front display lens and the large display screen comes to life. The phone also features a secondary camera for video conferencing and self-portraits.
Overall the phones design is modern, sleek, and functional. The phone is surprisingly small, easy to handle, and lightweight. The coloring is immaculate, and the display is clear and crisp. I also enjoyed the fact that the phones slider can remain closed during calling (for people with little hands, this is definitely an added bonus).
Next: Features »Fetch me more...Quickly jump to more information about related topics, cell phones, carriers or phone manufacturers mentioned in this In-Depth Review by using the links below. About our in-depth cell phone reviewsWe take great pride to ensure that the our reviews are thorough and accurate. In no way are our editors directed or influenced by any manufacturers, advertisers, or partners; we believe that honest, opinionated reviews -positive or negative - are the only way to maintain credibility and serve our users. Reviews by companyApple, BenQ, BlackBerry, Eten, HTC, LG, Motorola, Nokia, o2, Palm, Pantech, Samsung, Sanyo, Sharp, Sony EricssonQ. hey first off I would like to say awesome reviews on youtube. Ive been looking at three phones to buy; Nokia N95, samsung instinct and the lg keybo(env2). I am looking for a good internet phone with an awesome mp3 player and easy to text. Do u have any suggestions?
A. Thanks for the kind words - glad you like the reviews! Since you said "Easy to text" I have to ask if you like to use T9 or full QWERTY to text. If you like full... I have a tip that is great for people with smart phones that are either only edge capable or on an edge only network. Using Opera Mini browser on my Nokia E71 and N95 on T-mobiles network I can browse the web faster than using AT&T or Sprints 3G networks, I've tested it. The pages load about 3 seconds faster than on the 3G networks. I have found that this is not well known among T-mobile users that I know. A few weeks ago I reported on increased talk about Nokia's N95 - that do it all 5MP Camera, GPS & WiFi uberphone - making its way to AT&T here in the US before too long. That was just the latest in a chain of related rumors dating back to last summer, but it did seem to have some legs. Well, chalk another one up for those legs (or for an unfortunate error on AT&T or Google's part).
I Googled "Nokia N95" while... Does anyone even remember that AT&T actually carries a Nokia N-Series phone, the oversized, underpowered, crippled by its US carrier N75? Let's hope that if the current rumor about another N-Series device coming to AT&T bears fruit, the response from consumers is a bit less tepid this time around – last time I checked customers had given the N75 just under 3 out of 5 stars on ATT's website.
Of course if the N95 does make its... The rumor mill is heating up just a bit in preparation for next week's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, and this latest rumor is a doozy. Samsung is said to be readying their G810 for release next week, and this $850+ sliderphone may well feature everything this side of your kitchen sink when it makes its debut.
Unwired View lists the G810 as featuring a 5mp camera with 3x optical zoom and anti-shake and face recognition... Call it the eye of the storm: CES teased us earlier this month with a few new handsets from Sony Ericsson and Motorola (not to mention the official debut of Nokia's N95 8GB US model), and all sorts of sexy new phones should be unveiled at next month's World Mobility Congress (aka 3GSM) in Barcelona. And then there's CTIA Las Vegas, which kicks off on the last day of March.
This break in the action seems like a good time for some... I ALSO DOWNLOADED OPERA MINI AND TELLS ME THAT I NEED TO CONTACT MY PROVIDER
I NEED HELP? Will Opera Mini work on the Behold and if so what is the trick get it to work, because I've downloaded 2 versions and neither work.
At last nokia came out with their new phone which comes with style plus with the best feature u can get from the phone . It has all the feature from nokia N 95 hich have the best camera and then it have the style of Nokia n81 which have the flashy classsy look . I just got this phone and all of my frs have gone crazy on this . I orderd it from a sit --myworldphone .com and I got this phone the next day so whoevz sylish guys or gals r out thea u... At last nokia came out with their new phone which comes with style plus with the best feature u can get from the phone . It has all the feature from nokia N 95 hich have the best camera and then it have the style of Nokia n81 which have the flashy classsy look . I just got this phone and all of my frs have gone crazy on this . I orderd it from a sit --myworldphone .com and I got this phone the next day so whoevz sylish guys or gals r out thea u... Hei, I am a Nokia N85 user. I saw the picture of Nokia N95 8GB from gsmprofile and got all information from gsmarena but it looks so bothering to me. I was scared to watch the picture. Though I have no real life experience about N95 8GB but I think it is the oddest looking phone of the N-Series Family. Who likes this phone? I really don’t know! Do you have any idea that how it... i got my N95 8gb any one know any mods and how to make the slider more studiderbesides that it a nice phone best camera and screen is good I have a tip that is great for people with smart phones that are either only edge capable or on an edge only network. Using Opera Mini browser on my Nokia E71 and N95 on T-mobiles network I can browse the web faster than using AT&T or Sprints 3G networks, I've tested it. The pages load about 3 seconds faster than on the 3G networks. I have found that this is not well known among T-mobile users that I know. [quote user="mikejohnson"] According to me Apple should just make computers and iPod, iPhone won't be successful. [/quote]
Are you serious?? iPhone won't be successful? It already is successful and will continue to be so for the foreseable future.How long do you think it will take Apple to out sell the N95 oh I'm sorry it already has- Doh!
Hi,
Nokia N95 is much better because it has everything such as a good camera, music player, video player, phone, messaging, video calling, and much more. Touch screen doesn't matter when you have lot of other things. According to me Apple should just make computers and iPod, iPhone won't be successful. Hope this will help you.
Enjoy! Hi guys,
I am new here and going to buy one of them so I wanted to
know your opinions. Please drop me your beliefs that can I determine to buy one
of them.
Illuminate me please!
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