Nokia E70

Nokia E70
Compatible networks	900, 1800 and 1900 MHz GSM (E70-1) or 850, 1800 and 1900 MHz GSM (E70-2), Class 10 GPRS, Class B MSC 10 EDGE (EGPRS), UMTS/WCDMA (E70-1 only)
Dimensions	117 x 53 x 22 millimeters / 4.61 x 2.09 x 0.87 inches
Weight	127 grams / 4.48 ounces (with Nokia Battery BL-6C)
Memory	64 MB built-in 64 MB MiniSD card
Display	352x416 16M colors
Connectivity	IEEE 802.11b/g wireless LAN Bluetooth v1.2, infrared, data cable included

The Nokia E70 is a candybar/fold keyboard type smartphone from the Eseries range, announced in October 2005 and released in May 2006 at a cost of approximately $500 with prices in July 2007 around $345. There are two models of this phone, the E70-1 for the world market with tri-band (900, 1800, 1900MHz) GSM and UMTS, and the E70-2 for the Americas with tri-band (850, 1800, 1900MHz) GSM and EDGE packet data capability. Both models use the S60 platform 3rd Edition on top of Symbian OS version 9.1.

The E70 is the successor to the 6822/6820, and previously the 6800.

Key Features

Multimedia Messaging v1.2
Push to talk
Java MIDP 2.0
Web Browser for S60
POP3, IMAP4, SMTP E-mail
SIP client for VoIP calls
WiFi (802.11b/g) with WEP/WPA
Bluetooth with up to six concurrent connections (though only one can be a headset).
Speaker-independent voice calls and commands
Speech synthesis mode for visually impaired
Mini QWERTY fold-out keyboard
Polyphonic tones
Vibrate
HF speakerphone
Offline mode
117 x 53 x 22 millimeters, 102 cc, 127 grams
1.01 W/kg (type RM-10), 0.90 W/kg (type RM-24) SAR-Rating

The Nokia E70 is aimed at the high-end professional market. The 16 million color screen has a 352x416 pixel (totalling 146,432 pixels) resolution and is capable of GSM, 3G, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity.

It should be noted, that despite the advanced features of this phone, there are a few missing features as well. The SIP VoIP functionality will currently not work through a firewall or most router configurations. Nokia has made a statement that they are working on implementing STUN (planned for 2006), TURN and ICE (planned 2007). STUN is supported in the latest firmware update released for the Nokia E70-1 only.

As well, the advanced Bluetooth capabilities of the phone, capable of connecting to up to six devices simultaneously, lacks A2DP support.

General

EGSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900 and WCDMA (3GPP Release 99) networks in Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific, North America, and South America where these networks are supported
Automatic switching between bands
Speech codecs: FR, EFR and AMR for GSM and AMR for WCDMA

Size

Weight: 127 g (with Nokia Battery BL-6C)
Dimensions: 117 mm x 53 mm x 22 mm (closed), 102 cc
Full messaging keyboard with fold open design

Other Features

Personal shortcuts
Calendar
Contact with images
Customizable profiles
Alarm clock
Music Player (MP3/AAC)
Media Player
Notepad for short notes
Auto lock for keyboard
Calculator

Memory Functions Cover

Up to 64 MB internal dynamic memory for contacts, text messages, multimedia messages, ringing tones, images, video clips, calendar notes, to-do list, and applications
Expandable memory with miniSD card
Hot swap slot for easy miniSD card insertion and removal

Display

Active matrix display
Supports up to 16M colors within 352 x 416 pixels
Up to 6 lines (Latin) in message viewing. Two display modes: portrait when flip is closed, landscape when flip is open
Zoom enables enlarged view of content in office applications and the browser

Two soft keys with five-way scroll, power key can be used as profile key
Configurable right and left soft keys
Full keyboard with fold open design
List and grid menu
Active standby: provides fast access to applications with 5 items user configurable
Symbian operating system OS 9.1
S60 software on Symbian OS

Multimedia messaging (MMS)

Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS, ver. 1.2) for text, voice clips, video clips and still images receiving, editing and sending
Distribution list

Email and messaging

Email client for connecting to personal and business email
Supports POP3, IMAP4 (with idle) and SMTP protocols
Intellisync Wireless Email
Supported 3rd-party email clients: BlackBerry Connect, Seven Always-On Mail, Visto email technology3
Email data roaming; Seamless changes between different connections (for example WLAN, GPRS, WCDMA) without user configurations which requires no new network features, enabling wide utilization
Email client with attachment support (view jpeg, 3gp, MP3, .ppt, .doc, excel, and .pdf files) and periodic polling functionality
Attachment editors (document, spreadsheet, and presentation)
Instant Messaging IMPS 1.2

Text messaging (SMS)

SMS distribution list
Concatenated SMS: Send and receive up to 30 messages as a single message
Message register

Integrated camera and video

2.0 Megapixel camera
Resolution up to 1600x1200
Self timer function
Sequential shot functionality
Phone display used as a viewfinder
Possibility to select image resolution, compression level and capture mode: standard, portrait and night modes
8x digital zoom
Recording formats (encoding): 3GPP, H.263 video, and AMR radio
Video resolution CIF (352 x 288), QCIF (176x144) or Sub QCIF (128 x 96 pixels)

Connectivity

Pop-Port™ interface
USB 2.0 full speed supported via Pop-Port
Connect to a compatible PC wirelessly or with Nokia Connectivity Cable CA-53
Integrated infrared module (IrCOMM, IrOBEX, IrTinyTP)
Bluetooth wireless technology 1.2
Install applications with Nokia PC Suite for the Nokia E70 phone
Video and audio streaming (3GPP and RealMedia)
WCDMA (3GPP Release 99)
WAP 2.0
Multiconnectivity; WLAN connection can be shared by multiple applications at the same time. For example: email, browser and synchronization. Possible to use WLAN, Bluetooth technology, USB and infrared at the same time.

Data transfer

WCDMA (3GPP Release 99)
EGPRS (Class B, MSC 10)
GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) Multislot Class 10
Wireless LAN 802.11g, 802.11e and 802.11i
Circuit-Switched Data
Data/Modem Transmission
Multitasking

Advanced device management

Application Management enables the delivery and management of native Symbian and Java™ add-on applications over OMA DM
Customization enables the delivery and management of terminal user interface elements over OMA DM.
Terminal Management Security includes security model, which enables protecting device data via device wipe and device lock management, protecting service usage by ensuring that right settings are in place

Call management

Push to Talk
Internet call over WLAN
Voice dialing
Speed dialing: Up to 8 names
Automatic redial (max 10 attempts)
Call waiting, call hold, call divert, call timer
Automatic and manual network selection
Caller identification with image; The name of the calling party (spoken caller line identification) is mixed with the ringing tone. The functionality is enabled/disabled through profile settings
Fixed dialing number, allows calls only to predefined numbers
Conference call (up to 6 participants)
Vibrating alert
Integrated handsfree speaker

Enhanced voice features

Eyes-free name dialing and application launching by voice commands.
User configurable commands
Improved phone usability with voice feedback and simple user interface
Dedicated voice key for easy use of voice recording, voice dialing and Push to Talk
Voice commands for menu short cuts, keypad lock and profiles
Voice recording, record own notes or conversations
Automatic volume control

Java applications

Converter: Converts currencies, measurements, temperature, etc.
Downloadable games and personal applications via Java technology (MIDP 2.0)
Over-the-air download of Java-based applications and games

Power management

Standby time (estimated)

GSM: up to 10.5 - 14.5 days
WCDMA: up to 10.8 - 16 days
GSM/WCDMA and WLAN: up to 5.7 - 8.1 days

Talk time (estimated)

GSM: up to 3.2 - 7.7 hours
WCDMA: up to 2.5 - 4.0 hours
VoIP: up to 3.0 - 3.2 hours

Games

Pro Tour Golf
Java™ and Symbian games
Possibility to download new Java games using Java™ technology (MIDP 2.0)

Software

PC Suite
Additional software

External links

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