DJs
Late last year, we learned that Microsoft had signed a deal with Norwegian software maker Opera, to help manage their Nokia device portfolio. While Microsoft will continue to maintain and manage the Lumia lineup, Opera would replace the Nokia Store and Nokia Xpress Browser with their own solutions on older Nokia handsets.
Starting this month, owners of class Nokia handsets running Series 40, Series 60, Symbian, Asha and Nokia X will be alerted to switch from using Nokia Store to Opera Mobile Store; and from Nokia Xpress Browser to Opera Mini.
On Series 40, Asha, and Series 60 phone when you open Nokia Store, you will be redirected to the Opera Store mobile website. On a Nokia X family phone you are asked to download the new Opera Store app, which replaces Nokia Store on your phone. Apps purchased from Nokia Store continue to work after the transition, but apps that have been paid for are not available to re-download.
The process of migrating customers from Nokia Store to Opera Mobile Store is expected to be complete in the first half of 2015, at which point Nokia Store will be closed.
Depending on which Nokia device you use, when you launch Nokia Xpress Browser on your phone, you will be asked if you want to upgrade your browser to Opera Mini in a few simple clicks, or you can choose to continue using Xpress Browser until the next set of reminders. If that doesn’t work, try visiting m.opera.com on your phone to download it manually.
For more information on these changes please hit the source links below.
source - Opera Mini browser | Opera Mobile Store
How to get the Opera web browser and Opera Mobile store on your classic Nokia device
Late last year, we learned that Microsoft had signed a deal with Norwegian software maker Opera, to help manage their Nokia device portfolio. While Microsoft will continue to maintain and manage the Lumia lineup, Opera would replace the Nokia Store and Nokia Xpress Browser with their own solutions on older Nokia handsets.
Starting this month, owners of class Nokia handsets running Series 40, Series 60, Symbian, Asha and Nokia X will be alerted to switch from using Nokia Store to Opera Mobile Store; and from Nokia Xpress Browser to Opera Mini.
Store
The Nokia Store will be discontinued on 31 March 2015 on devices running Series 40, Series 60, Symbian, Asha and the Nokia X platform. You may have already received an in-app notification from Nokia Store that it will soon become Opera Mobile Store. Lust like Nokia Store, Opera Mobile Store has thousands of games and apps, both free and paid, for Series 40, Series 60, Symbian, Asha, and Nokia X family phones. Developers on the Nokia Store are also being alerted to transfer their products to the Opera Store.On Series 40, Asha, and Series 60 phone when you open Nokia Store, you will be redirected to the Opera Store mobile website. On a Nokia X family phone you are asked to download the new Opera Store app, which replaces Nokia Store on your phone. Apps purchased from Nokia Store continue to work after the transition, but apps that have been paid for are not available to re-download.
The process of migrating customers from Nokia Store to Opera Mobile Store is expected to be complete in the first half of 2015, at which point Nokia Store will be closed.
Browser
Nokia Xpress Browser for Series 40, Series 30+ and Asha devices is getting discontinued at the end of this year and will replaced by Opera Mini. Just like Xpress, Opera Mini is also a proxy browser, which compresses your Internet data, making mobile web browsing faster and highly efficient.Depending on which Nokia device you use, when you launch Nokia Xpress Browser on your phone, you will be asked if you want to upgrade your browser to Opera Mini in a few simple clicks, or you can choose to continue using Xpress Browser until the next set of reminders. If that doesn’t work, try visiting m.opera.com on your phone to download it manually.
For more information on these changes please hit the source links below.
source - Opera Mini browser | Opera Mobile Store
DJs
So if you own either the Nokia 208 (RM-949 or RM-956) make sure look out for the FOTA (over-the-air) software update which is available on most countries/regions.
Key changes compared to previous 9.05 SW versions include:
source - Nokia
Nokia 208 Dual SIM receives software update
Nokia is rolling out a software update to the Nokia 208 Dual SIM which runs Nokia's Series 40 platform. The update brings the version 10.34 software along with a few new apps, stability improvements and performance improvements.
So if you own either the Nokia 208 (RM-949 or RM-956) make sure look out for the FOTA (over-the-air) software update which is available on most countries/regions.
Key changes compared to previous 9.05 SW versions include:
- WhatsApp launcher added.
- WeChat & Line apps added in selected countries.
- Nokia Chat removed (excluding Latin Americas).
- General performance and usability improvements.
source - Nokia
DJs
So if you own either the Nokia 515 (RM-953) or the Nokia 515 Dual SIM (RM-952) make sure look out for the FOTA (over-the-air) software update which is available on most countries/regions.
Key changes compared to previous 7.01 / 9.04 SW versions include:
source - Nokia
Nokia 515 and Nokia 515 Dual SIM receive software update
Nokia is rolling out a software update to the dual SIM and single SIM variants of the Nokia 515 which runs Nokia's Series 40 platform. The update brings the version 10.34 software along with a few new apps, stability improvements and performance improvements.
So if you own either the Nokia 515 (RM-953) or the Nokia 515 Dual SIM (RM-952) make sure look out for the FOTA (over-the-air) software update which is available on most countries/regions.
Key changes compared to previous 7.01 / 9.04 SW versions include:
- WhatsApp launcher added.
- WeChat & Line apps added in selected countries.
- Nokia Chat removed (*).
- General performance and usability improvements.
source - Nokia
DJs
A new report suggest that Nokia has a huge lineup of devices planned for the future. The Finnish phone maker is in the final stages of its acquisition deal with Microsoft, and one would think that Nokia will slow down until Microsoft has worked out Nokia's future under its leadership
Upcoming Nokia device codenames leaked
A new report suggest that Nokia has a huge lineup of devices planned for the future. The Finnish phone maker is in the final stages of its acquisition deal with Microsoft, and one would think that Nokia will slow down until Microsoft has worked out Nokia's future under its leadershipAccording to a leak from popular tipster @eveleaks the Nokia Ara, Leo, Moonraker, Onyx, Peridot, Superman, Tesla, and Vantage are code names of devices in Nokia's roadmap.
Nokia codename roundup: Ara, Leo, Moonraker, Onyx, Peridot, Superman, Tesla, and Vantage
— @evleaks (@evleaks) April 14, 2014It's not entirely clear if those eight upcoming handsets will be from the Asha and feature phone line that will keep carrying the Nokia logo, the Lumia line that will eventually be renamed by Microsoft, or a mixture of both, which might have been in the planning before the acquisition.
In any case, we expect to see Nokia and Microsoft release many new Windows Phone down the line, and we cant wait to see how the first device from their partnership will look like.
source - @evleaks (Twitter)
source - @evleaks (Twitter)
DJs
By default your Asha phone is set to automatically check for updates every 8 days and you will be notified when an update is available for download. You can also manually check for check for updates by going to Settings > Phone update and tapping Check for updates.
The new software update for the Nokia Asha series brings the following features and improvements:
Nokia Asha 500, 501, 502, 503 and 230 receive software update
Nokia has started rolling-out a major software update for new Asha touch range of devices, which include the Asha 500, Asha 501, Asha 502, Asha 503, and Asha 230. The key features that are being introduced with the update are - Enhanced camera features, Microsoft OneDrive, Improved Fastlane, Parental control functionalities and MixRadio.
By default your Asha phone is set to automatically check for updates every 8 days and you will be notified when an update is available for download. You can also manually check for check for updates by going to Settings > Phone update and tapping Check for updates.
The new software update for the Nokia Asha series brings the following features and improvements:
- Take even better pictures with the added voice guided self-portrait and panorama modes. You can upload photos to your personal online gallery on OneDrive, where you have up to 7GB of free storage space that you can access anytime.
- New version of the music app allows you to enjoy your favorite tracks wherever you are. In selected countries Nokia MixRadio service will also be available with free access to stream millions of tracks and mixes (Not for Asha 230/230 Dual SIM).
- Birthdays of the people in your social network now show up in Fastlane and you can also keep track of how many times your tweets get re-tweeted.
- Parental controls let you make sure your kids don’t end up on sites they shouldn’t be visiting. This feature can be enabled by setting a restrictions code for Browser and app installations.
- Power save mode will help your battery to last longer.
- Additional improvements for phone stability and performance, Smart Dual SIM functionality, contact groups, and more.
source - Nokia
DJs
The dual-SIM Nokia 301 is now receiving a major software update version 9.04. The update brings new social sharing features, WhatsApp launcher, app updates, battery life improvements, software stability, and more to the phone, checkout the full changelog after break.
The new software for the Nokia 301 has the following new features and improvements compared to the v2.33 software.
source - Nokia
Nokia 301 receives software update
The dual-SIM Nokia 301 is now receiving a major software update version 9.04. The update brings new social sharing features, WhatsApp launcher, app updates, battery life improvements, software stability, and more to the phone, checkout the full changelog after break.
The new software for the Nokia 301 has the following new features and improvements compared to the v2.33 software.
- Phone software stability & battery life improvements.
- Share to Social Accounts feature added.
- New icons for Music, Radio and Videos added.
- WhatsApp launcher, Youtube icon and Transfer app added.
- Lunar calendar support added (available in China only).
- Updated versions of Email, Facebook, Notifications, Nokia Store, Social Accounts and Twitter apps.
- General performance & usability improvements.
source - Nokia
DJs
The Nokia 208 Dual SIM phone is now receiving a new v9.05 software update. The new software update brings Lunar calendar support, a new Transfer app and software stability along with usability and performance improvements to the device.
The update is being pushed OTA (over-the-air) and is already available to users in many countries/regions. The full list of changes compared to previous v3.39 include
source - Nokia
Nokia 208 Dual SIM receives software update
The Nokia 208 Dual SIM phone is now receiving a new v9.05 software update. The new software update brings Lunar calendar support, a new Transfer app and software stability along with usability and performance improvements to the device.
The update is being pushed OTA (over-the-air) and is already available to users in many countries/regions. The full list of changes compared to previous v3.39 include
- Battery performance improvements
- Phone software stability improvements.
- Transfer app added.
- Updated versions of Email, Notifications, Social Accounts and Twitter apps.
- Lunar calendar support added (available in China only).
- General usability & performance improvements.
source - Nokia
DJs
In an age of smartphones, the Asha 503 sometimes feels underwhelming with its $99 (€99 in Europe) pricing. But its colorful design, unique style and decent 5 megapixel camera should continue to appeal to die-hard Nokia fans.
You can read a detailed review of the Nokia Asha 503 on PhoneArena
Nokia Asha 503 - Video Review
The Nokia Asha 503 is an affordable device meant to compete against affordable Android devices from both well-established manufacturers and new Chinese phone companies that now sell phones in mainstream outlets
In an age of smartphones, the Asha 503 sometimes feels underwhelming with its $99 (€99 in Europe) pricing. But its colorful design, unique style and decent 5 megapixel camera should continue to appeal to die-hard Nokia fans.
You can read a detailed review of the Nokia Asha 503 on PhoneArena
DJs
The popular WhatsApp messaging service is now available as a free download for the budget friendly Nokia Asha 501. However in order to use the app you will first have to download an OTA (over-the-air) update, which should be available for Asha 501 sometime this week.
WhatsApp is extremely popular, because it is a cross-platform messaging app that uses your data or Wi-Fi connection in order to send free messages to other WhatsApp users. Yet, annual subscription to the service will cost you $0.99 after the first year, which is free. Apart from this fee, messages sent via WhatsApp are free, provided you have an adequate mobile data plan and don't exceed any data limits. WhatsApp supports not only simple text messages, but picture, video and voice ones as well. When installed, the app will integrate itself in the Nokia Asha software platform and will push notifications when a message is received.
The full, over-the-air software update with WhatsApp is ready now. The standalone WhatsApp client will also be published on the Nokia Store very soon.
WhatsApp will come pre-installed on the Nokia Asha 500, Asha 502 and Asha 503 Dual SIM when those phones start selling later this year.
source - Nokia
Nokia Asha 501 receives WhatsApp Messenger
The popular WhatsApp messaging service is now available as a free download for the budget friendly Nokia Asha 501. However in order to use the app you will first have to download an OTA (over-the-air) update, which should be available for Asha 501 sometime this week.WhatsApp is extremely popular, because it is a cross-platform messaging app that uses your data or Wi-Fi connection in order to send free messages to other WhatsApp users. Yet, annual subscription to the service will cost you $0.99 after the first year, which is free. Apart from this fee, messages sent via WhatsApp are free, provided you have an adequate mobile data plan and don't exceed any data limits. WhatsApp supports not only simple text messages, but picture, video and voice ones as well. When installed, the app will integrate itself in the Nokia Asha software platform and will push notifications when a message is received.
The full, over-the-air software update with WhatsApp is ready now. The standalone WhatsApp client will also be published on the Nokia Store very soon.
WhatsApp will come pre-installed on the Nokia Asha 500, Asha 502 and Asha 503 Dual SIM when those phones start selling later this year.
source - Nokia
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The Nokia Asha 501 is now receiving a new software update which brings several new features and improvements to the device. The device will receive all the new enhancements demonstrated on the recently announced Nokia Asha 500, 502 and 503.
Among the enhancements is the addition of WhatsApp for Asha devices, which was announced during Nokia World 2013 in Abu Dhabi. After installing this update on your Nokia 501 or Dual SIM, you will be able to connect to your friends through the WhatsApp network.
Another feature of the update is the ability to access your phone's camera by swiping up from the lockscreen, and then capturing the image by touching anywhere on your camera screen. After you've taken the shot, it’s another single swipe into the gallery, and you can edit your photos directly from there, with a range of new filters and effects. You can then show off your photos with just a few taps to share it on your favorite social networks.
The Asha Fastlane will also receive a significant update with a livelier more personalized experience, more closely integrated with your social networks. This software update also features improved privacy features. On the Lock screen you can opt to see full notifications or notification icons (so that others can’t see message content). And you can also easily personalise your Fastlane content, configuring which applications can show updates. The choice is yours. You can also get more granular and hide any content you want, item by item. A long press on anything you don’t want visible, and it’s gone.
You will also find more services show notifications in Fastlane, including: Odnoklassniki, Sina Weibo, and Renren. So if you use these services, you’ll get live updates on Fastlane when there’s new activity to check out.
The update also has an API for Voice over IP, which makes it possible to take calls over your data connection using social messaging apps like Nimbuzz.
You also get support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, allowing you to stay connected to you work email on your Asha 501.
How to install the update
You may have already received a notification to update your Asha 501’s software, but if not, we’ve got a quick to-do list so you can get going right away:
Nokia Asha 501 receives firmware update
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Among the enhancements is the addition of WhatsApp for Asha devices, which was announced during Nokia World 2013 in Abu Dhabi. After installing this update on your Nokia 501 or Dual SIM, you will be able to connect to your friends through the WhatsApp network.
Another feature of the update is the ability to access your phone's camera by swiping up from the lockscreen, and then capturing the image by touching anywhere on your camera screen. After you've taken the shot, it’s another single swipe into the gallery, and you can edit your photos directly from there, with a range of new filters and effects. You can then show off your photos with just a few taps to share it on your favorite social networks.The Asha Fastlane will also receive a significant update with a livelier more personalized experience, more closely integrated with your social networks. This software update also features improved privacy features. On the Lock screen you can opt to see full notifications or notification icons (so that others can’t see message content). And you can also easily personalise your Fastlane content, configuring which applications can show updates. The choice is yours. You can also get more granular and hide any content you want, item by item. A long press on anything you don’t want visible, and it’s gone.
You will also find more services show notifications in Fastlane, including: Odnoklassniki, Sina Weibo, and Renren. So if you use these services, you’ll get live updates on Fastlane when there’s new activity to check out.
The update also has an API for Voice over IP, which makes it possible to take calls over your data connection using social messaging apps like Nimbuzz.
You also get support for Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, allowing you to stay connected to you work email on your Asha 501.
How to install the update
You may have already received a notification to update your Asha 501’s software, but if not, we’ve got a quick to-do list so you can get going right away:
- Go to "settings" then "phone update".
- Use mobile data to check for the update. Make sure you’re on Wifi to make the process as fast and smooth as possible.
- Press "update" and presto – you will see the download progress, which takes just a few minutes.
- When the update is done, a WhatsApp launcher will appear on your home screen. Press this to download and install the full app.
source - Nokia
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The Nokia Asha 210 and the Nokia Asha 210 Dual SIM is now receiving a new major software update, with the 6.09 software version. The update brings support for Internet call (VoIP), updated apps, improvements for Wi-Fi connectivity and more to the devices, checkout the full changelog after break.
The new software brings the following new features and improvements compared to previous 4.11/4.12/4.14 SW versions:
In order to download the update, go to "Menu > Settings > Phone > Device updates" on your phone and select the “downl. phone sw” option to check for new updates and follow the on-screen prompts.
Keep in mind that that update rollout generally takes a few weeks. If you don't have the update, you should receive it soon. If you need any help with installing the update you will find the instructions by following the source link below.
source - Nokia | Nokia | Symbian Tweet
Nokia Asha 210 receives major firmware update
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The Nokia Asha 210 and the Nokia Asha 210 Dual SIM is now receiving a new major software update, with the 6.09 software version. The update brings support for Internet call (VoIP), updated apps, improvements for Wi-Fi connectivity and more to the devices, checkout the full changelog after break.
The new software brings the following new features and improvements compared to previous 4.11/4.12/4.14 SW versions:
- Improvements for Wi-Fi connectivity
- Improvements for Youtube video streaming
- Internet call (VoIP) support added
- Mail For Exchange launcher added
- Updated versions of Mail, Nokia Store, Facebook, Social Accounts, Notifications apps
- General performance & usability improvements
In order to download the update, go to "Menu > Settings > Phone > Device updates" on your phone and select the “downl. phone sw” option to check for new updates and follow the on-screen prompts.
Keep in mind that that update rollout generally takes a few weeks. If you don't have the update, you should receive it soon. If you need any help with installing the update you will find the instructions by following the source link below.
source - Nokia | Nokia | Symbian Tweet
DJs
Nokia announced three new members of the Asha family at today's Nokia World keynote in Abu Dhabi - The Nokia Asha 500, Nokia Asha 502 and Nokia Asha 503. The new Asha phones come in a wide variety of vibrant colors, but that's not all they have to stand out with visually. They feature something called a crystal-clear design, with a bright, colorful body covered by a transparent layer.
The new Asha Series like its predecessors are not meant to wow you with their specifications. They are entry level devices aimed at emerging markets and don't claim to be otherwise. The Nokia Asha 500 comes with a 2.8-inch 240x320 pixel touchscreen, a 2MP camera, and the option to have the handset in either single- or dual-SIM flavor. The slightly superior Nokia Asha 502 offers a 3-inch touchscreen, and a better, 5-megapixel camera with LED flash. Again, the phone supports dual-SIM functionality, which is a feature often demanded by the consumers Asha phones are targeted at.
The Asha series has a new flagship in the form of the Nokia Asha 503 which features a 3-inch 240x320 pixel touchscreen protected by Gorilla Glass 2 and a 5MP camera with LED flash. Interestingly, this is the first 3G-capable phone in the Asha series. Expect seeing it in both single- and dual-SIM configurations.
The Asha devices are based on the same Asha platform which was demonstrated on the Nokia Asha 501. It offers both a traditional icon-oriented home screen and a secondary list, called Fastlane, where frequently used features are organized. This allows users to instantly access their favorite apps and social networks.
The WhatsApp application will also be headed to the Asha platform in the coming weeks, bringing all the the features its current users know and love.
The Nokia Asha 500 will be released in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East, priced at about $69 before taxes. The slightly more expensive Nokia Asha 502, priced at around $89 unsubsidized, will launch in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe and Middle East. Last but not least the Nokia Lumia 503, expect it to carry a price tag of roughly $99 unlocked will be made available in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.
Nokia Asha 500, Asha 502 and Asha 503 officially announced
Nokia announced three new members of the Asha family at today's Nokia World keynote in Abu Dhabi - The Nokia Asha 500, Nokia Asha 502 and Nokia Asha 503. The new Asha phones come in a wide variety of vibrant colors, but that's not all they have to stand out with visually. They feature something called a crystal-clear design, with a bright, colorful body covered by a transparent layer.
The new Asha Series like its predecessors are not meant to wow you with their specifications. They are entry level devices aimed at emerging markets and don't claim to be otherwise. The Nokia Asha 500 comes with a 2.8-inch 240x320 pixel touchscreen, a 2MP camera, and the option to have the handset in either single- or dual-SIM flavor. The slightly superior Nokia Asha 502 offers a 3-inch touchscreen, and a better, 5-megapixel camera with LED flash. Again, the phone supports dual-SIM functionality, which is a feature often demanded by the consumers Asha phones are targeted at.
The Asha series has a new flagship in the form of the Nokia Asha 503 which features a 3-inch 240x320 pixel touchscreen protected by Gorilla Glass 2 and a 5MP camera with LED flash. Interestingly, this is the first 3G-capable phone in the Asha series. Expect seeing it in both single- and dual-SIM configurations.
The Asha devices are based on the same Asha platform which was demonstrated on the Nokia Asha 501. It offers both a traditional icon-oriented home screen and a secondary list, called Fastlane, where frequently used features are organized. This allows users to instantly access their favorite apps and social networks.
The WhatsApp application will also be headed to the Asha platform in the coming weeks, bringing all the the features its current users know and love.
The Nokia Asha 500 will be released in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East, priced at about $69 before taxes. The slightly more expensive Nokia Asha 502, priced at around $89 unsubsidized, will launch in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe and Middle East. Last but not least the Nokia Lumia 503, expect it to carry a price tag of roughly $99 unlocked will be made available in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.
DJs
The Nokia Asha 502 Dual SIM is a feature phone aimed at emerging markets. The device features 3.0 inch touch display, 64MB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, and a 5 megapixel camera.
The full Nokia Asha 502 Dual SIM specifications follow:
Nokia Asha 502 Dual SIM
The Nokia Asha 502 Dual SIM is a feature phone aimed at emerging markets. The device features 3.0 inch touch display, 64MB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, and a 5 megapixel camera.
The full Nokia Asha 502 Dual SIM specifications follow:
| Announced | October 22, 2013 | ||
Release | - | ||
A.K.A. | - | ||
Carriers | - | ||
Buy | - | ||
| - | |||
Size | Dimensions | 99.6 x 59.5 x 11.1 mm, 62.5 cc (3.92 x 2.34 x 0.44 in) | |
Weight | 100 g (3.53 oz) | ||
Display | Type | TFT capacitive touchscreen | |
Size | 3.0 inches | ||
Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels | ||
Features | up to 2 finger multi-touch; 256K colors; Corning Gorilla Glass; 133 ppi pixel density | ||
Connectivity | 2G | SIM 1 | GSM 900 / 1800 MHz |
| SIM 2 | GSM 900 / 1800 MHz | ||
speed | GPRS - 85.6 kbps; EDGE - 236.8 kbps | ||
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | ||
Bluetooth | 3.0; A2DP | ||
| USB | 2.0 microUSB | ||
Others | - | ||
Camera | Rear | 5 MP (2592x1944 pixels) | |
Features | LED flash | ||
Video | QVGA @ 15fps | ||
Front | No | ||
Memory | Internal | 64 MB | |
External | 4 GB microSD, up to 32GB | ||
Hardware | Audio | 3.5 mm universal audio connector | |
Radio | Stereo FM radio | ||
Video | - | ||
Navigation | No | ||
Sensors | accelerometer; proximity sensor | ||
Others | - | ||
Design | candybar form factor | ||
Colors | Bright Red, Bright Green, Cyan, Yellow, White and Black | ||
Battery | Li-Ion 1010 mAh battery (BL-5A) | ||
Stand-by | Up to 576 h | ||
Talk time | Up to 14 h | ||
- | |||
Software | OS | Nokia Asha software platform 1.2 | |
Manufacturer | Nokia apps | ||
Others | Series 40 (Asha) apps on Nokia Store | ||
- | |||
Links | Official Site | ||
DJs
The Nokia Asha 500 is a feature phone aimed at developing markets. The device features a 2.8 inch touch display, 64MB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD and a 2 megapixel camera.
The Nokia Asha 500 is also available in a dual-SIM variant for those who need one.
The full Nokia Asha 500 specifications follow:
Nokia Asha 500
The Nokia Asha 500 is a feature phone aimed at developing markets. The device features a 2.8 inch touch display, 64MB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD and a 2 megapixel camera.
The Nokia Asha 500 is also available in a dual-SIM variant for those who need one.
The full Nokia Asha 500 specifications follow:
| Announced | October 22, 2013 | ||
Release | - | ||
A.K.A. | - | ||
Carriers | - | ||
Buy | - | ||
| - | |||
Size | Dimensions | 100.3 x 58.1 x 12.8 mm, 70.9 cc (3.95 x 2.29 x 0.50 in) | |
Weight | 101 g (3.56 oz) | ||
Display | Type | TFT capacitive touchscreen | |
Size | 2.8 inches | ||
Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels | ||
Features | up to 2 finger multi-touch; 256K colors; Corning Gorilla Glass; 143 ppi pixel density | ||
Connectivity | 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz | |
speed | GPRS - 85.6 kbps; EDGE - 236.8 kbps | ||
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | ||
Bluetooth | 3.0; A2DP | ||
| USB | 2.0 microUSB | ||
Others | - | ||
Camera | Rear | 2 MP (2592x1944 pixels) | |
Features | LED flash | ||
Video | QVGA @ 13fps | ||
Front | No | ||
Memory | Internal | 64 MB | |
External | 4 GB microSD, up to 32GB | ||
Hardware | Audio | 3.5 mm universal audio connector | |
Radio | Stereo FM radio | ||
Video | - | ||
Navigation | No | ||
Sensors | accelerometer; proximity sensor | ||
Others | - | ||
Design | candybar form factor | ||
Colors | Yellow, black, green, red, blue, white | ||
Battery | Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-4U) | ||
Stand-by | Up to 840 h | ||
Talk time | Up to 14 h | ||
- | |||
Software | OS | Nokia Asha software platform 1.2 | |
Manufacturer | Nokia apps | ||
Others | Series 40 (Asha) apps on Nokia Store | ||
- | |||
Links | Official Site | ||
| - | |||
| OTHER VARIANTS | |||
| Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM | |||
| Announced | October 22, 2013 | ||
Release | - | ||
A.K.A. | - | ||
Carriers | - | ||
Buy | - | ||
| - | |||
Size | Dimensions | 100.3 x 58.1 x 12.8 mm, 70.9 cc (3.95 x 2.29 x 0.50 in) | |
Weight | 101 g (3.56 oz) | ||
Display | Type | TFT capacitive touchscreen | |
Size | 2.8 inches | ||
Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels | ||
Features | up to 2 finger multi-touch; 256K colors; Corning Gorilla Glass; 143 ppi pixel density | ||
Connectivity | 2G | SIM 1 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz |
| SIM 2 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz | ||
speed | GPRS - 85.6 kbps; EDGE - 236.8 kbps | ||
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | ||
Bluetooth | 3.0; A2DP | ||
| USB | 2.0 microUSB | ||
Others | - | ||
Camera | Rear | 2 MP (2592x1944 pixels) | |
Features | LED flash | ||
Video | QVGA @ 13fps | ||
Front | No | ||
Memory | Internal | 64 MB | |
External | 4 GB microSD, up to 32GB | ||
Hardware | Audio | 3.5 mm universal audio connector | |
Radio | Stereo FM radio | ||
Video | - | ||
Navigation | No | ||
Sensors | accelerometer; proximity sensor | ||
Others | - | ||
Design | candybar form factor | ||
Colors | Yellow, black, green, red, blue, white | ||
Battery | Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-4U) | ||
Stand-by | Up to 840 h | ||
Talk time | Up to 14 h | ||
- | |||
Software | OS | Nokia Asha software platform 1.2 | |
Manufacturer | Nokia apps | ||
Others | Series 40 (Asha) apps on Nokia Store | ||
- | |||
Links | Official Site | ||
DJs
The Nokia Asha 503 is a feature phone aimed at emerging markets. The device features 3 inch touch display, microSD storage, 3G connectivity and a 5MP camera.
The Asha 503 is also available in a dual-SIM variant for those who require it.
The full Nokia Asha 503 specifications follow:
Nokia Asha 503
The Nokia Asha 503 is a feature phone aimed at emerging markets. The device features 3 inch touch display, microSD storage, 3G connectivity and a 5MP camera.
The Asha 503 is also available in a dual-SIM variant for those who require it.
The full Nokia Asha 503 specifications follow:
| Announced | October 22, 2013 | ||
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Size | Dimensions | 102.6 x 60.6 x 12.7 mm (4.04 x 2.39 x 0.5 in) | |
Weight | 110.2 g (3.88 oz) | ||
Display | Type | TFT capacitive touchscreen | |
Size | 3.0 inches | ||
Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels | ||
Features | up to 2 finger multi-touch; 256K colors; Corning Gorilla Glass; 133 ppi pixel density | ||
Connectivity | 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz | |
speed | GPRS - 85.6 kbps; EDGE - 236.8 kbps | ||
3G | UMTS 900 / 2100 MHz | ||
speed | download (HSDPA) - 7.2 Mbps; upload (HSUPA) - 5.76 Mbps | ||
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | ||
Bluetooth | 3.0; A2DP | ||
| USB | 2.0 microUSB | ||
Others | - | ||
Camera | Rear | 5 MP (2592x1944 pixels) | |
Features | LED flash | ||
Video | QVGA @ 15fps | ||
Front | No | ||
Memory | Internal | - | |
External | 4 GB microSD, up to 32GB | ||
Hardware | Audio | 3.5 mm universal audio connector | |
Radio | Stereo FM radio | ||
Video | - | ||
Navigation | No | ||
Sensors | accelerometer; proximity sensor | ||
Others | - | ||
Design | candybar form factor | ||
Colors | Yellow, black, green, red, blue, white | ||
Battery | Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-4U) | ||
Stand-by | Up to 840 h (2G) / Up to 840 h (3G) | ||
Talk time | Up to 12 h (2G) / Up to 4 h 30 min (3G) | ||
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Software | OS | Nokia Asha software platform 1.2 | |
Manufacturer | Nokia apps | ||
Others | Series 40 (Asha) apps on Nokia Store | ||
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Links | Official Site | ||
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| Nokia Asha 503 Dual SIM | |||
| Announced | October 22, 2013 | ||
Release | - | ||
A.K.A. | - | ||
Carriers | - | ||
Buy | - | ||
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Size | Dimensions | 102.6 x 60.6 x 12.7 mm (4.04 x 2.39 x 0.5 in) | |
Weight | 110.2 g (3.88 oz) | ||
Display | Type | TFT capacitive touchscreen | |
Size | 3.0 inches | ||
Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels | ||
Features | up to 2 finger multi-touch; 256K colors; Corning Gorilla Glass; 133 ppi pixel density | ||
Connectivity | 2G | SIM 1 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz |
| SIM 2 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz | ||
speed | GPRS - 85.6 kbps; EDGE - 236.8 kbps | ||
3G | UMTS 900 / 2100 MHz | ||
speed | download (HSDPA) - 7.2 Mbps; upload (HSUPA) - 5.76 Mbps | ||
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | ||
Bluetooth | 3.0; A2DP | ||
| USB | 2.0 microUSB | ||
Others | - | ||
Camera | Rear | 5 MP (2592x1944 pixels) | |
Features | LED flash | ||
Video | QVGA @ 15fps | ||
Front | No | ||
Memory | Internal | - | |
External | 4 GB microSD, up to 32GB | ||
Hardware | Audio | 3.5 mm universal audio connector | |
Radio | Stereo FM radio | ||
Video | - | ||
Navigation | No | ||
Sensors | accelerometer; proximity sensor | ||
Others | - | ||
Design | candybar form factor | ||
Colors | Yellow, black, green, red, blue, white | ||
Battery | Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery (BL-4U) | ||
Stand-by | Up to 840 h (2G) / Up to 840 h (3G) | ||
Talk time | Up to 12 h (2G) / Up to 4 h 30 min (3G) | ||
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Software | OS | Nokia Asha software platform 1.2 | |
Manufacturer | Nokia apps | ||
Others | Series 40 (Asha) apps on Nokia Store | ||
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Links | Official Site | ||
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Nokia World 2013 - Watch the Webcast and Follow our Live Blog
Nokia World 2013 will begin tomorrow (October 22) in Abu Dhabi, where the company is set to unveil a new lineup of devices. A total of at least six new devices are expected at Nokia World including a large screen phablet, a budget smartphone, a tablet and new Asha devices.
THE EVENT STARTS AT:
3:00AM ET | 2:00AM CT | 1:00AM MT | 12:00AM PT | 7:00AM GMT | 9:00AM CET
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The WhatsApp Messenger for the S40 has been updated to version 2.11.1 which presumably brings some bug fixes and performance improvements. WhatsApp Messenger is a cross-platform messaging app which allows you to exchange messaging with your contacts without having to pay for SMS, by utilizing the existing smartphone data connection (or Wi-Fi when available).
You can download the update by using the following link:
The developers also released WhatsApp Messenger version 2.11.1 for the Nokia Series 40 platform.
WhatsApp Messenger is available on Nokia S40, Symbian, iOS, Android, BlackBerry and WindowsPhone
[S40 app] WhatsApp updated (2.11.1)
The WhatsApp Messenger for the S40 has been updated to version 2.11.1 which presumably brings some bug fixes and performance improvements. WhatsApp Messenger is a cross-platform messaging app which allows you to exchange messaging with your contacts without having to pay for SMS, by utilizing the existing smartphone data connection (or Wi-Fi when available).You can download the update by using the following link:
The developers also released WhatsApp Messenger version 2.11.1 for the Nokia Series 40 platform.
WhatsApp Messenger is available on Nokia S40, Symbian, iOS, Android, BlackBerry and WindowsPhone
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Nokia Transit, which was previously available in BetaLabs is now available for Nokia Series 40 and Nokia Asha full-touch devices through the Nokia Store. The application is still in beta and may have some errors, but now reaches out to more users to help them navigate their cities by public transport.
You can download the app directly on your S40 or Asha device through the Nokia Store or by using the link which follows:
Nokia Transit for S40 helps you navigate cities by public transportation.
Nokia Transit for Series 40 has now been released into Nokia Store for the following countries: Russia, Denmark, Norway, Netherlands, USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Spain, Finland, Hungary and New Zealand
[S40 app] Nokia Transit
Nokia Transit, which was previously available in BetaLabs is now available for Nokia Series 40 and Nokia Asha full-touch devices through the Nokia Store. The application is still in beta and may have some errors, but now reaches out to more users to help them navigate their cities by public transport.You can download the app directly on your S40 or Asha device through the Nokia Store or by using the link which follows:
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| Price | Free |
| Requirements | Nokia Series 40 and Asha |
Nokia Transit for S40 helps you navigate cities by public transportation.
- Search for public transport stations/stops, addresses and POIs.
- Choose from multiple routes and follow the list of directions for buses, trams, underground or trains.
- Use the map to find out how to walk to the stop or see what’s around it.
- Plan your trip ahead using the time options.
- Have your favourite destinations saved to future use on your trips.
- Have your favorite trips saved for offline usage, saving time and money on data plans.
- Find nearby stations, departure times and even types of transit lines available around your location.
- View detailed line stops and times before you get off.
Nokia Transit for Series 40 has now been released into Nokia Store for the following countries: Russia, Denmark, Norway, Netherlands, USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Spain, Finland, Hungary and New Zealand