Nokia E71 - Reviews, Software, etc.

KSM-Vtec · 10th November 2008, 16:12

Thanx a lot..but for all this the GPRS would be used right. And these days i get some error while trying to surf-Some DNS403 error something.

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Well its quite decent. You can use it to pinpoint your location, to search for services around your current location, like ATM, resturants, hotels etc. and also you can use the 3 month free navigation to drive from one place to another with voise and on screen guidance. After the 3 month free license its pretty expensive, so a stand alone gps would work out cheaper. The maps are ok, not as good as mapmyindia, but passable. most of the new points of interest have not been updated.

mav2000 · 10th November 2008, 16:42

Would suggest that you too look at hard resetting and then syncing your data. That usually solves the problem. I had this problem on my previous phone and hard restting, and then syncing helped to clear the mess.

bottle · 13th November 2008, 13:42

The 110.07.127 firmware is out on nokia updater

KSM-Vtec · 13th November 2008, 13:47

will be great if you can get us the link

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Originally Posted by bottle

The 110.07.127 firmware is out on nokia updater

nishantgandhi · 13th November 2008, 14:02

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Originally Posted by KSM-Vtec

will be great if you can get us the link

Nokia India - Download - Device software update - Get support and software

Download the Nokia Software Updater and follow the instructions.

X-Machine · 13th November 2008, 20:29

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Originally Posted by X-Machine

Ahhh ok. I'll back up my data and reset it tonight. Hope this works. Will update you on the same after i see the functioning a couple of days.
Thanks.

Im sorted. This tip has done the trick. Its working fine since 3-4 days now. No issues. Thanks mate.

Ive also installed some applications which are of good use.
BIG Cinemas - Book Adlabs/ BIG CinemasTickets on Mobile.
Book My Show - Events, Plays, Movies.
Cricinfo - Ball by Ball update. Awesome.
Mera Mobi - Very useful application.
Gmail - Amazing application. Have been using it for nearly a year now.
Fring - Nice application to make calls n all. Downloaded this morning.
Google Maps - Very useful again. But consumes a lot of bandwidth.
Markets on Mobile - For the Sensex addicts.
Rocketalk - Useful social networking application.

Also tried downloading Skype, but strangely it does'nt have the e71 in the 'compatible phones' list.

Lemme know if they're any other applications one can download.
Thanks.

X-Machine · 13th November 2008, 21:04

Another issue i forgot to mention: Im not able to forward video clips. Have recorded a 4 min video, but have to watch it from the beginning. Is there a way out?

furioussphinx · 13th November 2008, 22:18

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Originally Posted by bottle

The 110.07.127 firmware is out on nokia updater

Finally its out on the Nokia software updater! As I type this, my phone is being updated!

nishantgandhi · 14th November 2008, 11:28

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Originally Posted by X-Machine

Mera Mobi - Very useful application.

Also tried downloading Skype, but strangely it does'nt have the e71 in the 'compatible phones' list.

You could also try ngpay. It is similar to Mera Mobi, but has a much more robust list of partners. Also, ngpay keeps offering some amazing discounts. e.g. they were running a promotion for nearly 3 months for all Fame Cinemas in Mumbai - 50% off! Saved me a ton on movie tickets and also enabled me to watch ALL movies in Gold class/recliner chairs

Download the Skype application from the website, but choose E61. I did the same for my E61i and E51 and it works fine for me.

Other applications that I have
1. Yatra mobile ticket booking (Book Cheap Flights, Book Hotels, Holiday Packages Online, Travel Holiday Packages, Hotel Packages, Book Flights Online With Yatra)
2. IRCTC mobile application (IRCTCmobile :: Download Mobile Application ::)
3. Yahoo Go (Yahoo! Go. The best Internet experience for your phone. Period.)

bhojraj · 14th November 2008, 11:43

Dear Friends please let me know How is E 51 . I have zeroed it.
YOur valued suggesssions will help me to proceed in buying today.
Your help soilicited

nishantgandhi · 14th November 2008, 12:37

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Originally Posted by bhojraj

Dear Friends please let me know How is E 51 . I have zeroed it.
YOur valued suggesssions will help me to proceed in buying today.
Your help soilicited

To take a step back, let me ask you which handset are you using right now?

I upgraded from E50 to E61i, and then 'downgraded' to E51. I found E51 to be very fast (Symbian S60 OS 9.1 FP2), lightweight and loaded with features. If your email usage is mainly reading, the phone serves the purpose quite well. If you compose a lot of emails on your phone, consider a full QWERTY keypad phone like E71 or E61i.

Also, E51 has a very commendable battery life. Mine lasts easily for 2-3 days on an average with heavy calls/SMS/bluetooth and GPRS usage (but no or limited WiFi usage).

Another +point over E61i is a great improvement in voice quality. The speaker is loud enough to be heard clearly in Mumbai local trains and traffic. With E61i I had to concentrate hard on hearing what the other person is saying and many a times had to move to quieter locations also.

All in all, its a great value for money business oriented phone. Do not buy if you want a great camera or music player. These are not the forte of E51.

Go for the full black colour version of E51 and upgrade to the latest firmware as soon as you unpack it. Trust me, its one phone you would never want to replace.

nishantgandhi · 14th November 2008, 12:39

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Originally Posted by nishantgandhi

You could also try ngpay. It is similar to Mera Mobi, but has a much more robust list of partners. Also, ngpay keeps offering some amazing discounts. e.g. they were running a promotion for nearly 3 months for all Fame Cinemas in Mumbai - 50% off! Saved me a ton on movie tickets and also enabled me to watch ALL movies in Gold class/recliner chairs

Download the Skype application from the website, but choose E61. I did the same for my E61i and E51 and it works fine for me.

Other applications that I have
1. Yatra mobile ticket booking (Book Cheap Flights, Book Hotels, Holiday Packages Online, Travel Holiday Packages, Hotel Packages, Book Flights Online With Yatra)
2. IRCTC mobile application (IRCTCmobile :: Download Mobile Application ::)
3. Yahoo Go (Yahoo! Go. The best Internet experience for your phone. Period.)

Forgot to mention 2 other great applications:
1. Handy Blacklist (to block unwanted calls - very useful since the DND feature of our operators rarely works)
2. BlackBerry Connect Client

gopz · 14th November 2008, 12:45

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Originally Posted by bhojraj

Dear Friends please let me know How is E 51 . I have zeroed it.
YOur valued suggesssions will help me to proceed in buying today.
Your help soilicited

It is an excellent phone, go for it if you can't stretch your budget.

mav2000 · 14th November 2008, 15:53

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Originally Posted by X-Machine

Another issue i forgot to mention: Im not able to forward video clips. Have recorded a 4 min video, but have to watch it from the beginning. Is there a way out?

Hey I think you can forward by using the dpad, the up key if I am not wrong. try it out.

bhojraj · 14th November 2008, 16:04

Dear Mr Nishant, Mr Gops,

Many thanks for the valued advice. It is much informative and covered
all the points. I will buy in the evening and come back to you.

At present i am using N 73 off late , inview of the mails and frequent
abroad trips , i may need a fast phone and hence i made a request to Team
Bhpans,
Thanks once again.

10th November 2008, 16:42	#107
mav2000 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 623 Thanked: 316 Times View My Garage	Would suggest that you too look at hard resetting and then syncing your data. That usually solves the problem. I had this problem on my previous phone and hard restting, and then syncing helped to clear the mess.
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bottle Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 1,641 Thanked: 293 Times View My Garage	The 110.07.127 firmware is out on nokia updater
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X-Machine Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Mumbai/Tokyo Posts: 1,475 Thanked: 29 Times	Another issue i forgot to mention: Im not able to forward video clips. Have recorded a 4 min video, but have to watch it from the beginning. Is there a way out?
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bhojraj BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ban galore Posts: 42 Thanked: 2 Times	Dear Friends please let me know How is E 51 . I have zeroed it. YOur valued suggesssions will help me to proceed in buying today. Your help soilicited
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14th November 2008, 16:04	#120
bhojraj BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ban galore Posts: 42 Thanked: 2 Times	Dear Mr Nishant, Mr Gops, Many thanks for the valued advice. It is much informative and covered all the points. I will buy in the evening and come back to you. At present i am using N 73 off late , inview of the mails and frequent abroad trips , i may need a fast phone and hence i made a request to Team Bhpans, Thanks once again.
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