Name: Jimmy@R.H.
Location: CA USA
Date: 2007-12-14
Customer Rating: -
Summary: It's the way I wanted
Comment: i've used nokia n80 and n93i, and i don't really expect too much from n95 8G edition based on my experiences. BUT, it really impressed me this time. first, it has this ridiculous 128MB Ram boosting it running like a computer. Second, the build-in GPS module works better than i thought. Third, the manufacturer is outsanding. by the way, i bought it from the DataVision who provided this made in Finland version. Perfect!!!
PS: i've just got this phone, and the slide is tight, everything is fine. but i've heard that the dust is easy to get in, so i'll keep you guys posted. and, this is certainly not the U.S. version, and based on what i've read, the only one works under U.S. 3G network is the n95-3, which works with 8G mini-SD card, rather than this one. be aware of that!!!
**UPDATE**: i've used this wonderful gadget for a week, and i don't have any problem or hang except once or twice reboot when plug the aftermarket earphone into the jack. in comparison to the n80 & n93i i've owned, this one runs software ridiculously FAST. the more than 90MB Ram when just turn on and more than 80MB Ram when use for a while enable users to do a whole bunch of things at the same time. here is a real test, i once tried to make it dead that i opened Nokia Map (including GPS functionality), Music Player (about 300 songs), Slideshow (including more than 200 photos), Opera Web brower, N-Gage Game, and Draging files in and out via Bluetooth. Guess what? it dosn't hang in neither one of these works, and i can switch to any one of them and continue the thing i do.
However, the cpu has the same power as the 95-1, which means you don't get any faster than the other 95 bros. Also, there is no protection on the camera whatsoever, and that potentially increases the possibility of physical damage on the camera.
Also, the battery life is improved but still not that good. Personally, i had trip the other day with GPS Navigating out and back and shooting more than 200 photos (most with flash on), the battery went all day with no problem and was dead as soon as i got home.
This may not be the one for you to ditch the iPhone since it doesn't have the cool next gen' look. but it sure win on the functionalities and on the third party software support. iPhone and 8G 95 are all cool gadgets out there, i recommend the ones asking for more than functions to give 8G 95 a test drive @ least before you buy the iPhone, it won't hurt~
**UPDATE**:it's been a while that i use N95 8GB edition, and i appreciate people who agree with me on my review. so, here are something more i wanna tell. I just found out the occasional reboot for plugging the aftermarket earphones in is a software based problem, so Nokia has released the new edition of firmware update, V15 to be specific, for the Asia-Pacific area code (only). and i expect the new firmware will be available for all areas soon.
also, I travelled to San Francisco and San Diego by the end of 2007, and GPS had poor performance for both cities. one thing is, the built-in GPS module has a really small receiver for the satallite signals that, i got this tip from other forum, which is keeping the keyboard slided out when you activate the GPS would help to find signals faster since the GPS module receiver located right under the mic. however, it's still not dependable for hiking because the weather, the location, the interfere of other signals, they all gonna disturb the GPS reception, and that is a FACT. Good idea to put GPS inside, but not every feasible for the current firmware to actually achieve.
Also, i wanna say this for the Unlocked phone sellers: it is absolutely not good for customer to enjoy your repair services no matter how good they really are. the good seller, as i luckily had for this phone, got 5 stars rating out of me simply because its phone DOES NOT have any problem, and that's why i have been recommending it to the folks online. if the company is well-known for its repair service and i knew it in the first place, then i won't buy anything from it. as I said at the beginning, i had a N93i previously of N95 8GB, and I sent it back for repair, TWICE! so, the seller blamed the Nokia for the problem, and i believed that, despite the N95 8GB had the unbroken orignal factory seal on the box but the N93i's factory seal was broken. here is the real comparison, folks, would you like to enjoy your over 700 buck gadget out there more than 2 weeks for repair with unkowning people (including "friendly" UPS guys who "really care about your stuff in the box", and the repair guys who "make good money out for repair your gadgets") handling it?
Guess what? here is a seller distributing the phones don't break, so don't you feel shame to brag about your repair service? We're neither stupid nor ones who care about whether you produce the phone, but we sure pay the money TO YOU, the Seller!
Name: DuggieFresh5
Location: Mentor, OH United States
Date: 2007-12-07
Customer Rating: -
Summary: Solid performance. Worth the price.
Comment: I've been using this phone for a little over a month now. The features list is impressive and accurate. The only "standard" feature I have not used is the broadband cellular data services. I tend to keep my online use restricted to Wi-Fi hot spots. Connection to these are simple.
The Symbian OS has been working like a champ. I've installed anti-virus and the Opera web browser and some other software. Installation is simple and with the use of supplied Nokia software I don't even need to download the installation files to the phone.
GPS functionality is nice, but not comprehensive. Also, to make the phone effective for navigation you need to leave the screen back light on, which is hard on the battery. Consider this a solid backup if you get lost.
The contact management is superior to any other device I've used and was a primary reason for this purchase. Synchronization to Outlook is simple and fast via Bluetooth or the supplied USB cable.
The camera functions adequately. I would have liked to use this to replace a typical point and shoot, but the quality is not quite good enough. But excellent for a phone.
Finally, the ability to take my phone to AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile: priceless. This is my second unlocked device and I won't be forced into signing a contract for a fad phone ever again.
Name: N. Phillips
Location: Chicago, IL United States
Date: 2007-12-20
Customer Rating: -
Summary: End the 3G confusion...you can use this in the US!
Comment: First...this phone will work in the US on any GSM carrier (TMobile or ATT to name the biggest ones). But the 3G does not work in the US...only in Europe. (maybe we'll hear about a US 3G version in Vegas in a few weeks:D).
2nd...awesome phone...i love it! I don't mind not having a touch screen...and the features of the N95 MORE than make up for not having a touch screen.
Now I don't need to carry around my iPod, digital camera, GPS, Blackberry, PSP...everything in one! Genius.
Name: Wikus
Location: South Africa
Date: 2008-01-07
Customer Rating: -
Summary: Excellent product
Comment: All round excellent performance. Small and light enough to fit comfortably in most pockets. Display easy to customize. Great to have the large memory for my extensive contact list and you can throw in quite a few pics, videos and some music. 3G Works a charm. Battery life could improve - runs down quickly when used for many/long phone calls, but that's not a major problem as it charges quite quickly.
Name: James Osterberg
Location: my head
Date: 2008-03-09
Customer Rating: -
Summary: The black bitch...
Comment: Love it, love it, love it. Beats the iPhone hands down as far as versatility and power. If you are a text junkie...maybe it's not your thing due to the lack of an incorporated keyboard. But the memory, speed, internet accessibilty and wealth of applications makes it the ultimate pimp phone.My only drawbacks were being worried about dropping it or breaking it due to the price tag. The camera is exceptional except for the lag from pressing the shutter button to the time it snaps the photo. Slight pause there.
And it does go through a fully charged battery like a crackhead goes through 10 bucks.
But still, very satisfied. Love it.
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