Nokia E71
Manufacturer | Nokia |
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Compatible networks | Quad band GSM / GPRS / EDGE: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 Dual band UMTS / HSDPA: UMTS 900 / 2100 (E71-1) or UMTS 850 / 1900 (E71-2) or UMTS 850 / 2100 (E71-3) |
Availability by region | July 2008 |
Predecessor | Nokia E61 |
Successor | Nokia E72 |
Related | Nokia E51 Nokia E63 Nokia E66 |
Form factor | Bar |
Dimensions | 114 × 57 × 10 mm (4.49 × 2.24 × 0.39 in) |
Weight | 127 g (4.5 oz) (with battery) |
Operating system | S60 v3.1 (3rd Edition, Feature Pack 1) UI on Symbian OS v9.2 |
CPU | 369 MHz ARM11 Freescale MXC-300-xx processor |
Memory | 110 MB Internal user storage ROM: 256 MB SDRAM: 128 MB ~71 MB Free Executable RAM |
Removable storage | MicroSDHC Hot-swappable max. 32 GB |
Battery | BP-4L 3.7 V 1,500 mAh lithium-polymer |
Rear camera | 3.2-megapixel with auto focus and flash |
Front camera | Front-facing video call camera |
Display | 320 × 240 px, 2.36 in, up to 16 million colors |
Connectivity | WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b,g, Integrated & Assisted GPS, Bluetooth 2.0, Infrared, microUSB, 2.5 mm Nokia AV connector |
Data inputs | QWERTY thumb keyboard, five-way joystick |
The Nokia E71 is a mobile phone introduced on 8 May 2008 from the Eseries range with a QWERTY keyboard targeting business users worldwide.[2] It runs on Symbian OS v9.2, with a Series 60 3rd Edition, second generation Feature Pack 1. The Nokia E71 succeeded the Nokia E61/61i models, building on the base design and form factor but enhancing on the feature set.[3][4]
The Nokia E71 was well received and highly popular, often considered to be one of Nokia's finest devices.[5][6] It was superseded by the Nokia E72 in 2009.
Features
[edit]Key features
[edit]- Optimized mobile email and messaging experience with full QWERTY keyboard and pocket-size for one-handed typing
- Two customizable Home Screen views with active stand-by plug-ins and application shortcuts – fast and easy switching between e.g. business and personal modes
- Quick access to applications with One-touch keys (Home, Calendar, Contacts, Email)
- Intelligent input with auto-completion, autocorrection and learning capability ensuring fast and error-free typing
- Nokia Calendar and Contacts for Eseries applications with improved features
- Built-in grade A-GPS and free Nokia Maps
- VOIP/ SIP Calling (Internet calls through Wi-Fi and 3G (if supported by the carrier))
- HSDPA data connection up to 3.6 Mbit/s for fast web browsing and downloading additional features
- 3.2-megapixel camera with auto-focus and flash, self-portrait mirror and a front camera for video calls
- Music player, Media player, Visual Radio, Music Store(Internet Connectivity is required)
- Nokia MiniMap browser
- Online sharing: Share on Ovi
- Built-in mobile VPN for convenient intranet access
- Data encryption for both phone memory and microSD
- Nokia PC Internet access (via Phone as modem)
Technical profile
[edit]- System: GSM/EGSM 850/900/1800/1900 (quad band), WCDMA 900/2100 (E71-1 version), WCDMA 850/1900 (E71-2 version), WCDMA 850/2100 (E71-3 version) and HSDPA class 6, maximum speed 3.6 Mbit/s/384 kbit/s (DL/UL)
- User Interface: S60 platform 3rd Edition (Feature Pack 1 based on Symbian OS v9.2)
- Dimensions: 114 × 57 × 10 mm (L × W × H)
- Standby time: Up to 17 days (GSM), 20 days (WCDMA)
- Talk time: Up to 10.5 hours (GSM), 4.5 hours (WCDMA)
- Main display: 2.36” QVGA (320x240), up to 16 million colors
- Battery: BP-4L, 1500 mAh, Li-Po
- Memory: Up to 110 MB internal memory, support for up to 32 GB microSD-HC memory card
Main camera
[edit]Primary: 3.15 MP, 2048x1536 pixels, autofocus, LED flash Video: QVGA@15fps Secondary: Videocall camera
Data services and connectivity
[edit]- WCDMA max download 384 kbit/s; upload 384 kbit/s
- HSDPA up to 3.6 Mbit/s
- WLAN (IEEE 802.11b/g)
- EGPRS multislot class 32, max download 296 kbit/s; upload 177.6 kbit/s
- GPS and support for assisted GPS (A-GPS)
- FS-USB, Infrared
- Bluetooth wireless technology 2.0 with A2DP stereo audio, enhanced data rates (EDR)
- 2.5 mm AV connector
Software utilities
[edit]Pre-installed:
- Nokia Messaging (SMS/MMS) and Nokia Mail for Exchange (MfE) for push email
- Image, video, track and sound clip Media Gallery
- Nokia Ovi Map
- GPS: Navigation, Position, Trip distance
- WLAN wizard
- Many other utilities
Several open source developers as well as paid third-party developers have created software for various functions and utilities.
Nokia original accessories
[edit]Car:
- Mobile Holder CR-106
- Advanced Car Kit CK-300
- Holder Easy Mount HH-12
Headsets:
- Bluetooth Headset BH-602
- Audio: Bluetooth Speakers MD-5W
- Data: 8 GB Card MU-43
Power:
- Mobile Charger DC-4
Colors: Grey steel, White, Red and black
Mainland China E71 (RM-493) differences
[edit]The E71 currently being sold in mainland China does not have Wi-Fi 802.11b/g WLAN networking or a back mounted camera. 3G was also excluded, because licenses for 3G in mainland China were only approved in early 2009.[7]
There is no reduction in price for phones lacking these features and a firmware update will not bring them back because the hardware itself is missing.[8] The E71 sold in Macau and Hong Kong do not lack these features. The software bundled with the Chinese version is slightly different, as it also has a QQ client, along with some other Chinese specific programs.
Reception
[edit]The E71 received highly positive critical reception. It was widely praised for its battery life, software features like push email, slim design and hardware including keyboard.[9][10][11][12] A Trusted Reviews reviewer gave it 5 stars out of 5.[13] CNET UK wrote: "While we don't like the camera, we think the rest is pretty close to perfect".[14] TechRadar called it a "terrific" device in a "well thought out package", listing the lack of a 3.5 mm headphone jack as the only disadvantage.[15]
Some publications dubbed it a "BlackBerry killer" or "iPhone killer".[16][17]
Awards
[edit]- Editors' Choice, Readers' Choice and 8.9 out of 10 rating on CNET.co.uk (as of June 2008)[18]
- Phone of the Year and the Best Smartphone at the 2008 Mobile Choice Consumer Awards[19]
- Wired Magazine's 2008 Best of Test[20]
- Highly Commended in a category of Best Mobile Handset or Device at the GSMA Awards 2009[21]
Firmware history
[edit]- 100.07.81/100.07.76: Default firmware upon release
- 110.07.127: Released 9 October 2008 (removed gmail support from mail app)
- 200.21.118: Released 27 November 2008[22]
- 210.21.006: Released 17 March 2009[23]
- 300.21.012: Released 2 July 2009[24]
- 400.21.013: Released 28 November 2009[25]
- 301.21.1 (RM-357 Only)
- 400.21.11 (RM-493; China Version, No 3G and Wi-Fi)
- 410.21.010: Released 8 February 2010
- 500.21.009: Released 6 June 2010
- 501.21.001: Released 12 December 2010 (users complain about bugs and battery drain)[26]
- 510.21.009: Released 19 March 2011 (even more complaints about bugs)[26]
Gallery
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Held in palm
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Resting on table
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Music Player
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Keyboard of the model for the Chinese market
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ [1] Archived February 14, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Federal Communications Commission – Approval ID: PYARM-407
- ^ "Symbian Freak – Nokia E71 Hands On! Thinner Than The Super Model". Archived from the original on 2008-06-05. Retrieved 2008-06-03.
- ^ "Nokia E71, 5 days later". Archived from the original on 2009-06-25. Retrieved 2008-10-12.
- ^ "The Best Selling Nokia Phones Ever".
- ^ "The 10 Best Symbian Phones Ever".
- ^ China's 3G plan puts users in a tough spot
- ^ Chinese version lacking 3G/WCDMA, WiFi/WLAN, and front mounted camera
- ^ "Nokia E71 review: Nokia E71".
- ^ "Nokia E71 review | S21". Archived from the original on 2018-11-17. Retrieved 2018-11-17.
- ^ "Mobile Phone Comparions, Specifications & Features + Expert Opinions". 25 July 2021.
- ^ "Review: The Nokia E71 is a tough device to beat". ZDNet.
- ^ "Nokia E71 Review". 8 July 2008.
- ^ "Nokia E71 review: Nokia E71".
- ^ "Nokia E71 review". 3 June 2009.
- ^ "First Days with Nokia E71 – Review". Archived from the original on 2018-11-17. Retrieved 2018-11-17.
- ^ "Review: Nokia E71 is a Legit iPhone Killer — We're Serious This Time". Wired.
- ^ Nokia E71 Review on CNET.co.uk
- ^ Mobile Choice's Best Smartphone[permanent dead link]
- ^ WIRED Magazine's 2008 Best of Test
- ^ [2] Archived January 31, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ actual date given on firmware version on phone that's actively functioning
- ^ nokiAAddict (2009-03-19). "Changelog for the E71 Firmware v210.21.006". Archived from the original on April 22, 2009. Retrieved 2009-05-09.
- ^ nokiAAddict (2009-07-02). "Changelog for the E71 Firmware v300.21.012". Archived from the original on July 7, 2009. Retrieved 2009-07-02.
- ^ nokiAAddict (2009-11-28). "Changelog for the E71 Firmware v400.21.013". Retrieved 2009-11-28.
- ^ a b "Nokia Support Discussions - E71 new firmware 510.21.009". Archived from the original on 26 March 2012. Retrieved 6 July 2012.