DJs
It wasn’t to long ago that Nokia first started rolling out the Belle Refresh update to the first generation of Symbian^3 devices, which include the Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia X7, Nokia Oro and the Nokia 500. As you can image the company will have several devices to cover and the first wave of updates have now been completed. Nokia is now reported to have started the second wave of the Belle Refresh update which carries the name ‘Improved Software’ and the 111.040.1511 version number .
The Improved Software update brings more widgets, updated core apps and general performance and usability improvements to the devices. You can perform the update on your devices OTA (Over-the-Air) or by using the Nokia Suite. The update is around 13MB in size and users are advised to backup their data before performing the update.
Also make sure to reboot your device once the update is complete.
The change-log of the Belle Refresh update version 111.040.1511 is as follows
After you have received the Belle Refresh update, you may also receive some additional updates including the latest version of Microsoft Office for Symbian, the Search app and the Social app.
Have you received the Belle Refresh update for your eligible Symbian device? Leave us a comment below if you have.
source – AllAboutSymbian
Nokia releases second wave of Nokia Belle Refresh update
It wasn’t to long ago that Nokia first started rolling out the Belle Refresh update to the first generation of Symbian^3 devices, which include the Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia X7, Nokia Oro and the Nokia 500. As you can image the company will have several devices to cover and the first wave of updates have now been completed. Nokia is now reported to have started the second wave of the Belle Refresh update which carries the name ‘Improved Software’ and the 111.040.1511 version number . The Improved Software update brings more widgets, updated core apps and general performance and usability improvements to the devices. You can perform the update on your devices OTA (Over-the-Air) or by using the Nokia Suite. The update is around 13MB in size and users are advised to backup their data before performing the update.
Also make sure to reboot your device once the update is complete.
The change-log of the Belle Refresh update version 111.040.1511 is as follows
- Web browser is now v8.3.1.4 (was 7.4.2.6 in Belle) and has better HTML5 support
- More clock widgets (digital clock lookalike)
- Other useful widgets: Calendar Agenda view, RSS Widget, Bookmark, Music player Medium size, Weather now, Weather forecast, My location, Facebook, Mobile Data Counter
- Notes widget, for quick access to notes and to create a new one.
- Facelift (of playback controls) and functionality for Music player (split of Albums and Artists at last, implemented with tabbed interface, plus warnings of hearing loss when listening with headphones at high volume) – v17.1.14 (was 17.0.16 in Belle)
- Maps Suite 3.9 built-in (for the full firmware image via Nokia Suite)
- Qt 4.8.0 now built-in
- (for N8 only) Big Screen now built-in
- (for N8 only) DLNA play now built-in
- (for N8 only and only via Nokia Suite full flash) ColorizIt utility built-in
- Numerous assorted fixes and optimisations, including Flash video support – high bitrate videos and content are now handled fine, without crashes
After you have received the Belle Refresh update, you may also receive some additional updates including the latest version of Microsoft Office for Symbian, the Search app and the Social app.
Have you received the Belle Refresh update for your eligible Symbian device? Leave us a comment below if you have.
source – AllAboutSymbian
DJs
Nokia has released the Nokia Belle Refresh software update to their first generation of Symbian^3 devices. The Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia X7, Nokia Oro and the Nokia 500 which will receive the software version 111.040.1511, while the Nokia E6 software version will be 111.140.0058.
and brings new widgets, a new web browser, updated media player, better support for flash videos along with general performance and usability improvements.
The Nokia Belle Refresh update brings the following features and improvements to your Symbian smartphones:
The full change-log of the Nokia Belle Refresh (111.140.0058) update is as follows:
Nokia Belle Refresh software updated and change-log
Nokia has released the Nokia Belle Refresh software update to their first generation of Symbian^3 devices. The Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia X7, Nokia Oro and the Nokia 500 which will receive the software version 111.040.1511, while the Nokia E6 software version will be 111.140.0058.and brings new widgets, a new web browser, updated media player, better support for flash videos along with general performance and usability improvements.
The Nokia Belle Refresh update brings the following features and improvements to your Symbian smartphones:
- A new browser with HTML5 web apps support, a new set of home-screen widgets, and the previously released Microsoft Office Mobile App and Nokia Maps Suite 2.0 in one package.
- Nokia N8 will have some extra apps for imaging.
The update will roll out in phases, with the unlocked variants first in line. This will be followed by the country and operator variants based on their approval process.
The full change-log of the Nokia Belle Refresh (111.140.0058) update is as follows:
Browser 8.3 (without UI Threading):
- Full HTML5 Support
- Services available also offline
Nokia Maps Suite 3.09 – available via IAD in case of FOTA update:
- Use your voice to search – Maps and Drive
- See your photos on Map
- Multi-point routing with the route planner
- Explore cool places nearby, straight from your home screen.
- Public transport integrated with line information and departure times.
Social 1.5 – available via IAD in case of FOTA update:
- Automatic Contacts linking to Facebook and Twitter
- New home screen widgets
- Improved performance
- Renewed app layout & FB notifications
Imaging Update (Only for Nokia N8):
- Big Screen
- Colorize IT (excl. China)
- PlayTo (home electronics connectivity)
- Gallery widget
- Qt4.8
- Ovi Services branding to Nokia Services
- Updated Nokia Store
Improved music player:
- Refreshed ‘Now Playing’ view
- Lists are tabbed for easy access , swipe from one tab to another
- New ‘Artist View’
- Play & pause in pull-down status pane
New widgets:
- Clock, analogue big
- Clock, mechanic
- Clock, text
- Clock, flip
- Calendar, agenda view
- RSS widget
- Bookmark
- Contact, individual (Social upgrades)
- Contact, Group (group support upgrade)
- Music Player, medium
- Weather, now
- Weather forecast
- My Location
- Social widget
- Facebook, summary
- Mobile data counter
- Search
- Email, new arrival
- Gallery
- Notes
- Email, detailed
Toggles:
- 2G/3G
- Offline
- Silent
- BT on/off
- Cellular data on/off
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Nokia has released the Symbian Belle Refresh software update for older Symbian devices
Nokia has confirmed that the Nokia Belle Refresh update will start rolling out for the Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia X7 and Nokia Oro. The software version on these devices will be updated to version 111.040.1511. The Nokia E6 will receive software version 111.140.0058 starting later this week while the Nokia 500 update will begin within the coming weeks.
The update will be rolled out in phases, with the unlocked variants being the first in line to receive the update. Country and Operator variants will follow depending on the various approval processes. For those who don’t know the Symbian Belle Refresh is the version of Symbian Belle Feature Pack 1 which Nokia will make available to the early generation Symbian^3 devices which don’t have the powerful hardware of the newer devices. The Symbian Belle Refresh change-log is as follows: Browser 8.3 (without UI Threading)
- Full HTML5 Support
- Services available also offline
- Use your voice to search - Maps and Drive
- See your photos on Map
- Multi-point routing with the route planner
- Explore cool places nearby, straight from your home screen.
- Public transport integrated with line information and departure times.
- Automatic Contacts linking to Facebook and Twitter
- New home screen widgets
- Improved performance
- Renewed app layout & FB notifications
- Big Screen
- Colorize IT (excl. China)
- PlayTo (home electronics connectivity)
- Gallery widget
- Qt4.8
- Ovi Services branding to Nokia Services
- Updated Nokia Store
- Refreshed 'Now Playing' view
- Lists are tabbed for easy access , swipe from one tab to another
- New 'Artist View'
- Play & pause in pull-down status pane
- Clock, analogue big
- Clock, mechanic
- Clock, text
- Clock, flip
- Calendar, agenda view
- RSS widget
- Bookmark
- Contact, individual (Social upgrades)
- Contact, Group (group support upgrade)
- Music Player, medium
- Weather, now
- Weather forecast
- My Location
- Social widget
- Facebook, summary
- Mobile data counter
- Search
- Email, new arrival
- Gallery
- Notes
- Email, detailed
- 2G/3G
- Offline
- Silent
- BT on/off
- Cellular data on/off
DJs
Smartphones are generally expensive, unless you get the carrier subsidized prices when you purchase your smartphone. But we came across a list of devices which show that not all smartphones need to be expensive, and we are not talking about cheap Chinese knock offs either.
Check out the following list of smartphones from reputed manufactures which will surely fit most tight budgets.
source - Phonearena
Ten affordable smartphones
Smartphones are generally expensive, unless you get the carrier subsidized prices when you purchase your smartphone. But we came across a list of devices which show that not all smartphones need to be expensive, and we are not talking about cheap Chinese knock offs either.Check out the following list of smartphones from reputed manufactures which will surely fit most tight budgets.
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 | Nokia Lumia 610 The Lumia 610 is one of the cheapest Windows Phones in the market. It may have relatively modest hardware but will definetly not let you down. | Windows Phone |
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 | Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 With Android on board, this affordable handset from Samsung will appeal to fans looking for a good deal. | Android |
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 | HTC Desire C With Android Ice Cream Sandwich on board this device will certainly appeal to users looking for HTC's sturdy build. | Android |
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 | BlackBerry Curve 9220 The Curve 9220 is probably the most affordable handset from the manufacturer to date. BBM fans who don't have the extra dollars to spend should check this deal out. | BlackBerry OS |
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 | Sony Ericsson Live With Walkman Sony Ericsson fans would surely want to check out the Live with Walkman. It has the best features of Android and Sony Ericsson bundled in one affordable package. | Android |
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 | Nokia 500 Symbian may be a dying platform, but it still offers the best value for money with a 1GHz processor powering this handset. | Symbian |
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 | LG Optimus L3 If Android and LG is a combination you are looking for, the price tag on the Optimus L3 should get your attention | Android |
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 | Samsung Galaxy Y The Galaxy Y brings another flavor from Samsung with Android on board. It may not have high end specs, but has an attractive price-tag nonetheless. | Android |
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 | Samsung Wave Y If you aren't looking for all the latest apps, you may consider the Wave Y with BADA OS onboard. Its affordable and has better specs than the Galaxy Y at a similar price. | BADA OS |
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 | Samsung Galaxy Pocket The Galaxy Pocket is the cheapest Android handset released by the manufacturer. It may not have high end hardware, but is a capable handset at a very reasonable price | Android |
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source - Phonearena
DJs
Nokia has release its first 1GHz powered device which was recently rumored. The Nokia 500 is an attractive customizable phone with an as attractive price tag. It has 2GB of internal storage which can be expanded through MicroSD, a 5MP camera, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB and more. The Nokia 500 will be available in both black and white.
Nokia 500 officially launched
Nokia has release its first 1GHz powered device which was recently rumored. The Nokia 500 is an attractive customizable phone with an as attractive price tag. It has 2GB of internal storage which can be expanded through MicroSD, a 5MP camera, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB and more. The Nokia 500 will be available in both black and white.The device features interchangeable covers which allow you to switch a cover to suit your mood, similar to that on the Nokia N79. The Nokia 500 is said to cost around 150 Euros ($212) which is quite fair considering it's features. Check out this promotional video for the Nokia 500 courtesy of Nokia Conversations:
