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samurai1337
post Nov 4 2008, 10:47 PM

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A few questions here regarding buying N85 AP set

1. Are we able to update firmware on our own? (over the air)
2. Does is come bundled with 8GB memory card?
3. Are you able to use ovi such as Nokia Maps, n-gage etc?

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post Nov 5 2008, 11:32 PM

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QUOTE(NicJolin @ Nov 5 2008, 11:28 PM)
Does the AP set of N85 comes bundle with 8gb memory?
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QUOTE(andrekua @ Nov 5 2008, 05:34 AM)
I have say the slider is pretty good compared to 6500s. N96 slider probably more tight than N85 but that doesn't mean it's poor. The package is same with 8gb card and the ngage stuff. I'm typing this using this phone. Using wireless. It's kinda hard to use for me due to the size of the keys. Secondly it's because i have long fingernail to use with my M600. One bad thing about the accelerometer is the dimming of the keypad when rotate to side.
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I guess u just need to confirm with the seller before buying it
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post Nov 18 2008, 09:52 PM

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Just got my N85, here's the summary:

I love:
- The design and form factor
- The almighty OLED screen
- The 5MP camera
- Decent build quality
- Being an All rounder - GPS, Wifi, 3G, FM Transmitter, you name it

I loath
- A bit too thick
- Keypad is quite hard to press
- Fingerprint magnet
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post Nov 18 2008, 11:03 PM

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I heard N82 excels in taking photo, but never actually compare it (just bear in mind that N85 camera is a lot better than most of the hp camera in the market)

Btw, regarding the FM transmitter signal strength, i don't have any problem with it. Managed to hook it up to my car radio while my N85 is in d pocket biggrin.gif
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post Nov 20 2008, 09:35 AM

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QUOTE(samurai1337 @ Nov 18 2008, 09:52 PM)
Just got my N85, here's the summary:

I love:
- The design and form factor
- The almighty OLED screen
- The 5MP camera
- Decent build quality
- Being an All rounder - GPS, Wifi, 3G, FM Transmitter, you name it

I loath
- A bit too thick
- Keypad is quite hard to press
- Fingerprint magnet
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Add one more here

I feel that the vibration for N85 is too strong for me that I would rather turn it off
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post Nov 20 2008, 04:53 PM

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Sorry for the late response on the slider thingy. Yes i do feel that it is indeed wobbly since the first day. But I will just live with it as to me it is not a major problem
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post Nov 21 2008, 01:41 PM

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QUOTE(53x0r @ Nov 21 2008, 01:23 PM)
was there a new firmware updates? been waitng for them too..
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Ironically, N85 isn't recognized by NSU now. Guess it is too early for a firmware upgrade smile.gif
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post Nov 21 2008, 04:02 PM

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By the way guys, I have updated the first post and put a temporary tagline on this topic.

Do suggest what to add, and I will help maintain it
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post Nov 24 2008, 10:25 PM

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QUOTE(bigtree @ Nov 24 2008, 02:42 PM)
adding on top of craxors question..

is there any recommended games too?

*i'm having trouble to set my album's image.. any idea how to do it guys?
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Regarding the recommended games, it's very subjective
I activated Tetris (out of the 15 games) and also Star Wars (free from the package too)

With the dual slider, gaming via N85 is a real pleasure, though you should never compare with dedicated gaming device like PSP/NDS smile.gif
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post Nov 27 2008, 10:31 PM

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Guess what, NSU is able to detect N85 now.

I guess it won't be too long till the next firmware is released. A surprise christmas gift from nokia perhaps?


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post Dec 2 2008, 12:24 PM

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QUOTE(laowai @ Dec 2 2008, 09:46 AM)
Is there any way to upload phonebook to N85 using excel sheet backup?
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In PC Suite, there is a way to export your contacts as CSV file.

Excel can read CSV file
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post Dec 2 2008, 03:46 PM

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QUOTE(laowai @ Dec 2 2008, 02:10 PM)
PC Suite only has :-

backup - do backup and restore, but cannot download/upload csv
synchronise - not using outlook/express
connect to internet
install applications
file manager - browse via windows explorer
contacts - only for creating new contacts
Messages
View multimedia
store images
Transfer music
Manage connections
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Under contacts manager, you can use File->Export to backup your contacts in CSV format
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post Dec 4 2008, 09:31 AM

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http://hunajatehdas.net/nokia/firmware/en/model:N85
N85 firmware details... I'll try my luck in Gardens Nokia center to see if I can upgrade there
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post Dec 5 2008, 10:12 AM

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I too have updated to firmware v11.047

So far I notice faster menu speed, and lesser time to zoom an image. Don't really have much time to test the rest yet... I will also look into GPS performance and camera performance soon.
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post Dec 5 2008, 02:23 PM

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Actually I too am not sure about the "Network" option. BTW, try disabling a-gps and see if there is still any GPRS/3G connection made
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post Dec 9 2008, 11:08 PM

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QUOTE(waeguk @ Dec 9 2008, 10:22 PM)
Anyone knows the charges for downloading a NGAGE game eg. starwars ?
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Not sure whether the prices are same, but so far I've seen is around RM30


(it's only EUR5 in europe btw)
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post Dec 12 2008, 04:25 PM

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N85 fellows,DO NOT INSTALL Nokia Maps 3.0 beta just yet. It just bricked my maps and now I am reverting it back to 2.0 sad.gif

http://www.nokia.com/betalabs/maps/

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post Dec 21 2008, 10:09 AM

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QUOTE(53x0r @ Dec 21 2008, 07:19 AM)
this is bcoz of ur sim card msg..the n85 treats it like new msgs..to solve this,
click on menu,then messaging,then options,then sim messages..mark all and transfer to ur inbox or any other folder..or you could just delete all the sim msgs if you dun need them..

p/s MOD should sticky this FAQ for all the new owner of n85. and good job for the rearrangement of the 1st page MOD! rclxms.gif should also list down the owner of n85 in lyn  whistling.gif  and usefull links on n85 like http://thenokiablog.com/ firmware and such..
blink.gif sry to hear that bro.. must be a bad apple in that batch of n85 release..mine almost aged 3mnth and still works like a charm. smile.gif
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I have added a section called Useful links, as well as some other minor updates

As much as I would love to, I don't have time to keep track of the users list sad.gif It's great if active members like craxors and andrekua had the authority to update it sad.gif

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post Dec 24 2008, 06:44 AM

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QUOTE(shimy @ Dec 23 2008, 02:40 PM)
shld i activate de 3 months navigation?? i m considering but still undecided
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Why not? I think there's an expiry date one, after that you wanna activate also cannot. So use it while it's free!

QUOTE(alpha_company @ Dec 24 2008, 01:04 AM)
wipe it regularly..that's all..
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post Dec 24 2008, 09:19 AM

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QUOTE(craxors @ Dec 24 2008, 08:39 AM)
yup...the fm transmitter work great...the only problem i have is to find a free frequency... doh.gif

i think u have to try the slider yourself... blush.gif
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Try 102.2, it works alright for me as far as Klang Valley is concerned
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