subject: The Benefits Of Going Online With The Nokia 701 [print this page] The new 701 is the latest handset from Nokia and it is the first model to sport the new Symbian Belle operating system. This is the most comprehensive Symbian platform ever released and features numerous improvements over its predecessors. Here we take a closer look at the internet facilities on this new model including the browser and the connectivity options.
The browser has undergone some minor changes which result in improved usability on this model. As with most mobile browsers the URL bar is featured at the top of the screen and this hides away once you actually begin to navigate the desired page. This gives you the maximum space possible in which to view your website. The opposite end of the screen is where there are five buttons which enable you to skip forwards or backwards as well as access the bookmarks, tabs and the menu. Flashlight 4 is supported by the browser and fans of the internet site Youtube will be pleased to see that the phone is capable of playing back content from the site at 360P resolution. Generally surfing the web is a much faster and more simple experience than in any other version of Symbian. Nokia claim that the browser is three times faster than previous versions and although we cannot be sure of the exact speed it certainly feels like a big improvement.
The Nokia 701 boasts an impressive list of connectivity options that ensure that you can gain access to the internet regardless of your location. The 701 is a handset that can be used anywhere in the world thanks to it supporting quad band GSM/GPRS/EDGE and five band 3G. Providing that you have adequate network coverage you can take advantage of extremely fast data transfer speeds. More locally the phone sports Wireless LAN facilities with all three speeds of WiFi supported by the device. Connection via this method will give you the ultimate online experience on this model. For connection to other devices the handset includes Bluetooth 3.0 to enable wireless connection to a variety of devices from headsets to in car audio systems. In addition to these methods of connection the model also has sockets for the more traditional USB and 3.5mm stereo jack connections. These allow for easy synchronisation with a home computer and enable the model to be used as a portable audio player.
The Nokia 701 proves to be one of the very best phones available for internet lovers. The new enhanced browser is a big improvement over previous offerings and the phones extensive connectivity options make it perfect for all manner of online activities.
