Nokia's N71, N80, and N92 media phones
Introducing Nokia's sweet new N-Series media convergence phones, we have, from the left, the N71, N80, and the N92. And Nokia isn't kidding around with these 3G Series 60 phones, no sir, they're busting out the WiFi for the N80 and N92, a 3 megapixel camera in the N80, decent music support in the N71, DVB-H for the N92, and QVGA or greater resolution displays in all three phones. Both the N71 and N80 should be available Q1 2006, with the N92 following in the middle of the year. They're priced at 400, 500, and 600 Euro (US$490, $610, and $730) respectively, and we've got all the juicy specs, along with more pictures, after the jump.
Starting with the music centric N71, were looking at a clamshell with a 2 megapixel camera, along with a second cam
for video calls. As far as music playback goes, the phone has a 5-band equalizer, an FM tuner, and support for MP3,
AAC, eAAC+, and WMA formats. Sadly there is an unimpressive 10MB of included memory, but it is expandable via miniSD.
They also include Bluetooth and USB2.0 for hookups, and there is a 240 x 320 display, along with some external screen
action.
The N80 goes for the pixels with a 352 x 416 screen and a 3 megapixel camera. We saw some pics last month and it looks
like they were spot on: it is a slider, Nokias first smartphone in such a form factor. There is an extra camera for
video calls, but sadly all these pictures and videos wont have much of a home with the 40MB of included memory.
Luckily you can upgrade with a miniSD card, or spend your time juggling files with the included USB 2.0, Bluetooth, or
WiFi, but some more internal storage wouldve been nice. This guy is also quad band GSM and supports EDGE, so it looks
like we just might be seeing it Stateside.
Finally, we have the Nokia N92, which has support for DVB-H (Digital Video Broadcasting Handhelds), along with any
streams you might catch with the snazz 3G connection. Its a dual folder, similar to the Samsung
D307, giving you a nice landscape
orientation for video viewing on the 2.8-inch, 16 million color, 320 x 240 display. There are once again two cameras
available for your snapping pleasure, with 2 megapixels in the high-res one. There is also 802.11g WiFi and the usual
Bluetooth and USB 2.0, along with 90MB of storage, expandable through miniSD.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Antti @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
The N80 is not the first Nokia slider smartphone. They put out 7650 slider back in 2002, that was the first nokia with series 60 and camera(vga).
You can check it out here: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_7650-288.php
Chicko @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Woow NOKIA IS THE BEST...
u can find more pics and apply for E-Mail alerts when these mobile hits the stores over here...
http://www.nextmob.com/nokia
enjoy.......!!!!!!
mroach @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Holy cow! The N80 is amazing. I haven't been this excited about a phone since the Sony Ericsson V800. Can't wait until that's available.
Jimmy @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
"The real story here is that the N80 has UMTS 1900 (aka Cingular's high-speed network)"
Agreed.
GSM 850/900/1800/1900 and W-CDMA 1900/2100 makes this phone the first true 3G world phone. I guess the 3MP camera, 40MB RAM, WiFi and Bluetooth 2.0 are just extra bonuses. :)
flipmyx @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
indeed... if you look at http://www.nokiausa.com/phones/expectedsoon the N80 is included.... these are interesting times, all the major handset makers are on their best footing, mobile consumers (at least Euros and Asians) are benefitting greatly from this technological warfare... hoooooray
Alex K. @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
why convergence sucks:
normal phone - free
video ipod - $300
3 megapixel camera of similar quality - $100
total - $400
that capability is larger than any of these phones.
Shin @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Why NA people are unlucky:
high tech phone in EU - free
service plan 2 yr - $20-$30ish/month
Too bad I don't live in Korea, but I'm much happier with Europe than NA
Martin @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
#6 - These are all smart phones so you forgot to put a PDA along with associated cost in the list. $100 to $300.
You also forgot to list 7 pairs of cargo pants/shorts. Because unless you regularly carry a satchel, briefcase, or backpack, you aren't gonna have enough pockets to carry all this stuff.
Jarod @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I wouldn't buy anything before seeing what Apple's new cell phone plans are. I'm fairly certain that they will blow away all that's out there.
Dudley @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
All I want for Christmas is Skype for Symbian.
Jaxim @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
3 Mega Pixels here in the States!!! FINALLY!!!
However, why is the headphone jack on these phones NOT the standard headphone jack found on mp3/audio players? Why is the jack a proprietary Nokia jack? I know why, but it would be nice customer service if they made the phones with a standard headphone jack.
Jimmy @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
"normal phone - free
video ipod - $300
3 megapixel camera of similar quality - $100
total - $400"
You're comparing a subsidised phone price with an unsubsidised price. Apple and oranges.
I wouldn't expect to pay more than 100 for the N80 when it's released in the UK (same price as the N70 and 6680 when first released). Not bad when you consider that a video iPod retails for 220 alone.
keith @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
To #11,
The common complaint over a lot of the newer "mp3/music capable" is they lack a standard 3.5 mm headphone jack.
However - do keep in mind that this is a phone first and foremost. Using a non-standard connector (like say the Fastport on the w800 music phone from SE) allows the end user to be able to answer calls with the bundled headset WHILE listening to music.
With a 3.5 mm jack, you would have to take the phone out of your pocket and press a button to answer a call.
As well, the non-standard jack's allow support for inline remotes as well. (Check the HPM-80 remote/handsfree/headphone unit that is going to be released with the SE W900)
Surur @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Forget about these bland and boring Nokia phones. Check out this little wonder.
http://msmobiles.com/news.php/4514.html
WM5 64Mb ram, 64MB rom, 4GB solid state storage (like the nano), wifi, bluetooth, 2Mpixel camera, 3G, Edge, FM radio, stereo speakers!
Nokia, look over your shoulder. Little HTC is coming to kill you.
Surur
ps @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
i think with the N80, Nokia's hit a really sweet spot in terms of where quality features, nice design and nice size finally meet (and probably at a decent price). i really like the design of it, it's really well built, and it fits nicely in the hand and the pocket. it has the same screen as the N90, so it's quite high res. i want it.
is @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
where the hell is n91??????? I NEED IT NOW.
xbit @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
"Forget about these bland and boring Nokia phones. Check out this little wonder."
What's the point in having all of those features with only a 240x240 pixel display? Seems lame.
Surur @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
If you only use it as a phone/nano hybrid the display does not matter to much. If you plan on using it as a e-mail device or smartphone it wont be so good. But to reduce your device count by one its perfect.
Surur
Jay @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
These look nice, but the E70..
http://www.europe.nokia.com/nokia/0,,81003,00.html
is still in my opinion the hottest phone to be released. It has everything i'm looking for in a mobile. I'm sooo looking forward to this phone.
Jay
Samuel Lago @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I hope someone creates a plugin so the images taken can be given location information by using the Wi-Fi connection to get the geo-cordinates via Microsoft Virtual Earth.
obd @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
N80 is a sexy beast!
hkid @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Why is Nokia so sexy?
They still make the best phones.
However they need more consumer phones with QWERTY pads though.
Moto has the Q, HTC has everything, Palm has the TREO.
Nokia's keyboard phone, the E60 is only slightly better than a Blackberry and has no camera.
Cmon Nokia.
Make a phone like the Moto A630 with a QWERTY pad.
Nizam Rahman @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
So wait... N80 has UMTS right? So it's not only Quadband and EDGE then?
Paul @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Antti is correct. The 7650 was the first slider phone ever, as well as the first S60 and first S60 with a camera.
Ian @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I would have bought the N80 in a hearbeat if it had the 4gig of the N91... it would have been PERFECT for what I'm looking for. *sigh*
sr @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
It's settled, the N80 is my next phone.
inhibitech @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
SE fanboys run for cover! Once again Nokia rulz.
Donald @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
"So wait... N80 has UMTS right? So it's not only Quadband and EDGE then?"
UMTS 1900 and 2100mhz.
Mic82 @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Im been waiting for sooo long Nokias N80. Thats is my next phone. I now that its going to be expensive but still thats my next phone!!! I LOVE IT!! Go Nokia!
Daley Wear @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I think the HTC Universal kicks the ass off these phones and it's available now!!
Say no more.
Mack @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
What is the difference between the N90 and the N92???
Doctor Phone @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I applaud Nokia for experimenting with new capabilities in these phones, but until we have them in our hands its just hype. Has anyone else noticed there's a larger lag than ever between the announced pr pictures and the phone showing up in the shops to be judged properly by customers through sales?
wutang01 @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I'm so getting this little beauty ... o_o
*licks lips
Kiteless @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I am not a Nokia fan per say. But I am a fan of the Series 60. I have a U.S. 850Mhz unlocked Nokia 6620 w/ 512MB MMC card. I absolutely LOVE thos phone. WinMo 5 is looking sweet, and a keyboard would be nice. But the 6620 has it where ti counts the most for me. So I am really foaming at the mouth here for the N80. Will wait for Engadget to review it and let us all know if it sucks or not first of course!
- Kiteless
California, U.S.
Billy @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
I agree. The Nokia N80 looks really, really nice. Do we know what carriers it will be supported on in the states?
Jason @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Do you have any idea when Nokia will release these sweet phones in the US?
ivwshane @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
According to FCC docs, it looks like cingular will be getting the n80:D
I think the north american version will have umts 1900 but not 2100. Sucks but I can definitely live with that.
I love my 6620 to death and to me the n80 is a worthy replacement!
As far as other phones being better than the n80, the main reason I like the n80 over htc's offerings is the symbian OS. Both the palm and windows OS's are lacking when it comes to phone functionality. And I can say this honestly having had an, mpx220, smt5600, palm treo 650.
I just hope nokia offers an unlocked version (I'm on at&t and refuse to migrate to cingular).
Trilox @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Same here.. I've got just the deal I want with AT&T and would like to hold out a bit longer before having to switch over.
tri @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Man have you guys searched up on ebay about the nokia n80 or the n92, these people are selling them for a really cheap price, but I don't know if this is for real or they are trying to rip people off because on their auction they tell you to contact them instead of bidding to know the price that they are willing to sell it for. I did this and they want to sell me the n92 for about $300 USD and wants me to transfer them the money through western union. Any comments?
jeff @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Anyone that you do not know who asks you to wire them money through western union is a thief and will definitely rip you off. 100% of the time. Search eBay and you'll find that they warn you about this on their site.
Sajan Joseph @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
If you came in through AT&T Wireless (which I did), why would you need to phone to be unlocked in order to use it through Cingular Wireless? Basically your phone is already running through the Cingular Network. Couldn't you just buy the phone from Cingular and switch over the SIM card, or is there something I am missing?
Trilox @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
That's possible.. I guess we'll just have to wait and see. As soon as I can get one I'll know.
tpp @ Dec 19th 2005 2:31AM
Nokia sure is coming out with some great phones after a year or two of lackluster phones. The E-series and these new N-series phones have amazing specs. I just hope they'd release the EN62, a cross between the E61 and N92.
Esubalew Aweke @ Dec 23rd 2005 8:22AM
i love nokia prodacts you are the leader of the worled
Sean @ Dec 30th 2005 11:20AM
"Couldn't you just buy the phone from Cingular and switch over the SIM card"
it would be network locked, wouldnt it? im in australia and im gunna wait for unbranded AU release.
btw tht guy talking about the 2mp 4gb ms phone, did u not see miniSD (soon to have up to 2gb) or 3mp camera or 3G or most of the stuff u said, and the screen resolution as someone who managed to get the link to work pointed out...
Jonny boy @ Jan 3rd 2006 10:42PM
Is everyone not seeing the amazing capability the n92 will have for those of use who are extreme text messangers? The n 92 looks amazing, and doesn't seem awkward to use as an actual cell phone, unlike the Sidekick II, which doesn't fit comfortably against your face.