As the flagship Symbian device, the Nokia 808 PureView is the first to be treated to the latest software updates. While the Nokia Belle FP2 update has still not been officially released, some users got early access to the update as a result of an accidental release.

The following video shows a side by side comparison of the 808 Pureview running Belle FP1 and FP2, giving you an idea of some of the features you can expect in the latest update.

[NOTE] The videos are not in English


Following are a list of improvements and enhancements (changelog) in the Nokia Belle Feature Pack 2 (FP2) update for the Nokia 808 PureView as described in the videos.

1. Information displayed in the lock-screen
2. The home-screen toolbar now supports four icons instead of three.
3. New widgets available for the home-screen.
4. Enhanced menus are now larger easier to reach the hand.
5. You can now select multiple photos in Gallery and there is now support for landscape mode.
6. Detailed photo information is now available in the gallery
7. You can now reset your camera interface to default options.
8. A new music player app which features an updated interface, tabs and supports the swipe gesture.
9. Essential keyboard shortcuts are provided are provided in the status bar based on the opened application.
10. An improved QWERTY keyboard with better predictive text.
11. You now have a save and cancel options in the Notes apps.
12. Renewable radio buttons.
13. Nokia music
14. Updated Nokia web browser (8.3.2) for enhanced usability.
15. You can now install a website as an application for quick access
16. A quick send button for Messaging…

If you come across any other changes, please share it with us in the comments section below.



source – SymbianKu

A couple of days ago we reported that Nokia may be cancelling Symbian Carla in favor of directing their resources on Windows Phone. However it turns out this may have been a rumor.


Nokia has clarified that they have no intention of cancelling the Carla update and in fact Carla was just a codename for the Belle Feature Pack 1 update which started rolling out last month for the Nokia 603, Nokia 700 and the Nokia 701. This is the same version of Symbian OS which will run the upcoming Nokia 808 PureView.

The Bell FP1 (Carla) update for Symbian OS will increase the processor speed on the 701 and 700 to 1.3GHz, matching the 808 Pureview while the 603 will remain at 1GHz. The update also promises to bring an improved HTML-5 capable web browser, Microsoft apps, the latest version of Nokia Maps. The devices will also benefit from Dolby Digital Plus audio enhancements.

Bell FP1 also promises to brings improvements to the user interface, multi tasking and the notifications bar along with 20 new widgets.


We apologize for the misinformation and hope that we will continue to see the Symbian updates find their way to Nokia handsets.


source - GSMArena | Nokia

The Nokia Belle Feature Pack 1 (FP1) update was released a couple of days ago for the Nokia 701, Nokia 700 and the Nokia 603. The Nokia Belle FP1 update will offer a faster processor (overclocked to 1.3GHz), Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Headphones, 20 new widgets, improved web browser, updated multitasking and an updated notification area.

Check out the features of the Nokia Belle FP1 update demonstrated in the following video.


If you haven’t updated your device you can do so directly on your device through Software Update or through the Nokia Suite.

Nokia Asia has announced that the Nokia Belle Feature Pack 1 (FP1) update which was reported back in March has started rolling out for the Nokia 701, Nokia 700 and the Nokia 603.

The Nokia Belle FP1 update will offer a faster processor (overclocked to 1.3GHz), Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Headphones, 20 new widgets, improved web browser, updated multitasking and an updated notification area. This is the same version of Symbian which is expected to come with the Nokia 808 PureView when it launches.

So if you own one of the three Nokia devices check for updates on your handset and let us know if the (112.xx.xxxx) update is available for your region.

source - Nokia

The Nokia Belle update wont be followed by Nokia Carla after all. It turns out Nokia Belle Feature Pack 1 (FP1) is the next update in line for Symbian devices and the new version will debut on the Nokia 808 PureView.

Nokia Belle FP1 has some added improvements which include Dolby Surround Sound, Improved web browser and new maps. The Nokia Belle FP1 update will also make it's way to the Nokia 603, Nokia 700 and the Nokia 701 making it an exclusive to the 1GHz powered handsets.

These three handsets will also receive a tweak to their processors which will be clocked at 1.3GHz from their current 1GHz speed. The Nokia Belle FP1 update which would like not have any visual changes is mainly aimed at improving the user experience on the Nokia 808 PureView and the other 1GHz lineup of devices.

Nokia confirmed that older devices including the Nokia N8 and the Nokia E7 flagships wont benefit from the Nokia Belle FP1 update. It is questionable if they will see any further OS updates from Nokia given their hardware limitations.


source - Nokia Conversations

Nokia has released the Symbian Belle software update for all Symbian^3 and Symbian Anna devices and users who rely on hacking their handsets will find that they are no un-hacked and that all old unsigned apps which have been installed will be removed after the update.

The following guide will show you how to hack your Nokia Belle devices including the Nokia N8, Nokia E7, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia X7 and Nokia Oro.

[UPDATE] This guide can also be used for all devices which has been updated with the Nokia Belle Refresh software.

[UPDATE] You can also use the following guide to hack older Symbian S60v5 or Symbian S60v3 devices

[NOTE] We do not recommend hacking your Symbian handset unless you are fully aware of the consequences and risks.

[DISCLAIMER] Improper use of this guide can result in loss of data or device malfunction which DJ’s Mobiles will not be responsible for. Please proceed at your own risk.

[NOTE] You may use a different AV app like Trend Micro (which you can download from here) instead of using the Norton app, the process will involve placing 3 .ldd files in C:/sys/bin while the rest of the process will be handled by the ROM Patcher.  

1. Download Norton AV and install it on your device. Ignore any warning messages which may occur and continue with the installation.
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2. Launch the Norton AV app from your Menu and go to Option > Antivirus > Quarantine list -
3. There will be three files in your Quarantine. Restore all these files one by one using Options > Restore
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4. Once restoration in complete exit the Norton app and uninstall it.
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5. Go to File Manager and see if there is a folder named ‘Shared’ in C:/ (Phone Memory)
   • If the folder is present delete the entire folder.
   • Also make sure you uninstall any apps with the name Norton or Symantec using the Application Manager (Settings > Installation > Already Installed)
   • Once completed Restart your device.
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6. Download the Symbian_installserver_Hack_by_digipassion and install it to your phone memory (C:/)
   • You can ignore any ‘Application not trusted’ or ‘Not compatible with phone’ messages which may appear.
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7. Launch the newly installed ROM Patcher+ from your menu
   • Select and apply the installserver RP+ v1.7patch through options (this will enable you to install unsigned apps without certificate errors)
   • You can also enable the ‘open4all’ patch if you want to access system folders using X-plore.
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Once completed reboot your Symbian device and it should be hacked and ready to use. You can also check our guides on how to hack your Symbian Belle FP1 devices and another guide on how to hack your Symbian Bell FP2 devices.