Nice pictures, like the inside... the button
styles espescially and screen is a bit bigger!
Dono why theyve changed it to black!
Though im not impressed with the outside
of the phone could have been better!
Did they tell the release of the phone
in the news paper? Can I find the article
on the web maybe?? If in english anywhere??!
-awyeah-
The screen indicates it will run Series 80.Could there be more then one Communicator?
Better picture.
BTW: A google search for "Nokia 9500" resulted in a Nokia Satellite Receiver.Do you think Nokia would give the same name to some other of their products even if it was totally different?
Another picture.
Here are a few images of the Nokia 9500 Communicator that will be announced today:
http://koti.mbnet.fi/anttisaa/Images/9500-2.jpg
http://koti.mbnet.fi/anttisaa/Images/9500-1.jpg
http://www.helsinginsanomat.fi/kuvat/iso_webkuva/1076152006318.jpeg
Tero
In a weird case that you hadn't noticed, main features of the 9500 Communicator are the following:
- Tri-band (900/1800/1900 MHz)
- Symbian OS 7 and Nokia Series 80 platform
- GPRS/EDGE data access
- Integrated Wi-fi (802.11b) adapter
- Bluetooth
- 80 MB internal memory
- Camera
- Email, web browser etc.
Tero
ebo,I merged your thread with this one so we can keep the discussion compact and easy to access,i hope you don't mind
Originally posted by GhostDog
ebo,I merged your thread with this one so we can keep the discussion compact and easy to access,i hope you don't mind
Of course I don't mind, I just didn't find this earlier thread myself. 😊
The live webcast from the press conference is scheduled to start in a few minutes. Go to www.nokia.com -> Press -> Calendar -> 3GSM Cannes.
Tero
slightly off the point but just watching the web cast = I hear alot of talk about push to talk but what exactly is it and how does it work?
Originally posted by pasa
slightly off the point but just watching the web cast = I hear alot of talk about push to talk but what exactly is it and how does it work?
Push to talk is not only Nokia's technology, instead there will be an OMA (Open Mobile Alliance) standard in the near future which should make Push to talk phones from different manufacturers compatible with each other.
Tero
ok I see so its a bit like the fast chat app that you can buy for symbian phones except its built in to the phone. So you could use fast chat for now I think and then you can talk to PC's, phones and PDAS
NOKIA PRESS RELEASE February 23, 2004
Nokia launches new enterprise-class Communicator
The Nokia 9500 Communicator extends business mobility as leading IT
vendors offer new solutions and support
Cannes, February 23, 2004--Nokia today renewed its commitment to
enterprise mobility with the introduction of the first in a series of
new enterprise-grade mobile devices designed for corporate customers.
The new Nokia 9500 Communicator is one of the first cellular devices
on the market designed to meet the demands of corporate IT
departments for customization, manageability and security. The tri-
band device supporting E-GPRS (EDGE) and Wi-Fi 802.11b is expected to
be available in volume during the fourth quarter of 2004. The price
(unsubsidized) of the Nokia 9500 Communicator is expected to be
around €800 in Europe.
With the announcement of the new enterprise-class communicator
series, Nokia's recently formed Enterprise Solutions business group
evolves the company's portfolio of business-optimised devices to
include a full range of differentiated devices.
"Nokia understands mobility better than anyone," said Mary McDowell,
Nokia Enterprise Solutions' newly appointed senior vice president and
general manager. "The Nokia 9500 Communicator combines our knowledge
of enterprise customer needs and critical usability issues with our
expertise in mobile connectivity and security, resulting in the first
mobile device that enables fast and universal access to corporate
services, and is backed by proven application and software support
from leading IT vendors."
Key Functions and Features
Like its predecessors from the first Communicator family, the Nokia
9500 Communicator takes the most popular office solutions mobile by
bringing e-mail, personal information management, with PC
synchronization, browsing, vertical enterprise applications and even
document, spreadsheet and presentation creation into the pockets of
mobile professionals, allowing them to effectively utilize their time
while on the road. Other features of the sleek 222-gram (7.83 oz.)
device include:
Tri-band GSM capability (two variants: 900/1800/1900 MHz and
850/1800/1900 MHz)
GPRS/EGPRS (EDGE)
Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b
Symbian Operating System 7.0S Platform with J2ME Personal Profile
environment
In-built VGA camera & Multimedia messaging
Bluetooth audio and data support
USB connectivity (Nokia Connectivity Cable DKU-2)
80 MB of free user memory
Two color (up to 65k colors) displays with
640x200 pixels, Series 80 User Interface
128x128 pixels, Series 40 User Interface
E-mail support: POP3, IMAP,
Email: IMAP4, POP3, SMTP, SyncML
Security: SSL/TLS, Ipsec VPN
Browsing: HTML/XHTML, HTML 4.01, JavaScript 1.3
Office tool support: documents, spreadsheet, presentations
Also unveiled were the Connectivity desk stand for convenient
charging and synchronization with a compatible PC, the Mobile Holder,
which firmly holds the Nokia 9500 communicator in place in the car,
and the Antenna Coupler, which provides a connection to an external
antenna. For personalization, optional color covers are expected to
be available.
Interoperability and Compatibility
Compatible and interoperable with existing IT infrastructures, the
Nokia 9500 Communicator supports remote management using over-the-air
provisioning, PC tools for device management, and customization
capabilities. It also provides IT managers with a cost effective,
easy-to-maintain and frequently updated device base, easing
maintenance and deployment. Based on the Symbian operating system
7.0, JavaTM Personal Profile and MIDP2.0, the Nokia 9500 Communicator
series offers developers a well-known and respected foundation upon
which to build innovative solutions, facilitating forward
compatibility with future members of the new enterprise Communicator
family.
Secure Mobile Connectivity
The Nokia 9500 Communicator supports a broad range of standards-based
security solutions. Data traffic can be effectively secured by a
variety of standard Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions. For
example, the Nokia Mobile (VPN) solution - consisting of the Nokia
Security Service Manager and the Nokia Mobile VPN Client - integrates
with existing corporate infrastructure and extends the use of IPSec
VPN to mobile devices. Additionally, Symantec plans to provide unique
firewall and antivirus protection with advanced over-the-air update
features. The Nokia 9500 Communicator also supports other key
security features such as device lock and Secure Socket Layer (SSL)
encryption for web-based applications.
Broad IT Industry Endorsement
Leading corporate information and communications technology vendors
are already endorsing and/or supporting the new Communicator series
with applications and software built especially for the new platform.
Nokia's close collaboration with these vendors will provide corporate
customers with best-in-class solutions that enable them to mobilize
business processes, and make effective and secure remote connections
to their existing IT infrastructures.
Companies that have already committed their support for the Nokia
9500 Communicator series include:
Cap Gemini Ernst &Young -@Anyplace Mobility Offerings
Cisco Systems, Inc. -Wireless LAN infrastructure interoperability
Computer Associates -streamlined management of mobile devices
Fujitsu -IT services and solutions provider
HP - mobile printing solutions
IBM - IBM's WebSphere Everyplace software offerings optimized for the
Nokia Communicator
Oracle -Access to Oracle Collaboration Suite - email, files,
calendar, web conferencing, faxes etc.
SAP AG -intends to investigate opportunities for SAP� solutions for
mobile business arising from Nokia's Communicator platform
Symantec -mobile device Internet security solutions, including
firewall and antivirus
Global Developer Support
Forum Nokia, Nokia's global developer program, offers multiple
resources to support developers in building enterprise applications
for the new Nokia 9500 Communicator. SDKs available at launch include
Nokia Communicator SDK 1.0 Beta for Symbian OS 7.0s, Nokia
Communicator MIDP SDK 1.0 Beta for Symbian OS 7.0s, and Personal
Profile Plug-in 1.0 Beta for Nokia Communicator SDK. Developers also
can access more than 20 relevant white papers and documents covering
topics such as migrating both existing Nokia 9200 Communicator
applications as well as existing Series 90 applications to the Nokia
9500 Communicator and guidelines for enterprise development. For more
information and downloads of these resources visit
www.forum.nokia.com/9500.
About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications, driving the
growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia is
dedicated to enhancing people's lives and productivity by providing
easy-to-use and secure products like mobile phones, and solutions for
imaging, games, media, mobile network operators and businesses. Nokia
is a broadly held company with listings on five major exchanges.
Media enquiries
Nokia, Enterprise Solutions
Communications
Tel. +358 7180 34900
Nokia
Communications
Tel: +358 7180 34900
Email: [email][email protected][/email]
I still can't figure out whether or not it has a touch-screen. Anyone found something on that?
Originally posted by Delta737
I still can't figure out whether or not it has a touch-screen. Anyone found something on that?
Don't think so. "Input method: Phone keypad + full QWERTY keypad"
It will support MMC just like the old one, which is good.
But hey, there is no FM radio! 😞 😃
Been checking out the specs and pics, one big question is -
Why isn't this Series 90?
It seems strange as this is meant to be Nokia's big push into the corporate market but they don't base it on the latest GUI?
I know the 7700 is a media centric consumer device and therefore not aimed at the same market but the it seems a step backward? (Preumably they have given the series 80 a backported facelift from series 90?)
I suppose it means there will be no touch screen, but will it also mean that media support (MP3, Mpeg4 etc) will not be as good and I will have to choose betweenthe 9500 for 'serious' office based applications or the consumer media friendly 7700 instead of having the best of both worlds?
Jago
Jago,that is why Nokia phones are the best sellers.If they made the 9500 perfect,it would destroy the market.This is what the 9210i should've been in the first place.Series 90 and a touchscreen would've made it perfect.
Thats what Im talking about Ghost!
way toooo goo babeh!@#$#%%^&
-awyeah-
what about vibrator? any mention anywhere or did i miss it???
dont tell me they forgot to put in a vibrator?
outlide looks suck!!!
im not too imopressed with it.maybe i need for details.
maybe this would have been a better deal.
The 9210 didn't have vibra,so i'm guessing this one won't have it either.
It wouldn't be a Communicator without a FULL QWERTY keyboard.
im lovin it😱 😱
it looks amazing and i love the screen
actully i love everything
now that its announced 2 questions pop im mind
1.when?
2.price?
i love that it has 2 screens 65000 colors and that it plays mp3
nokia say 4th quarter 2004
i ll be dead by that time
80 mb wwwwooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooww
now thats memory
lighter and smaller
comparsion
1.Like you said,Q4 if its not delayed.
2.800 Euro Sim Free.
I love it too,i just wish it had a touchscreen but apparantly it has some sort of a mouse like pointing device that Nokia reffers to as the "rocker" key so i'm half pleased.
can u confirm the price?
also its a shame they removved the antenna
i sorta liked it
OMG! 800 Euros is predictably too much
for a product which hasnt been yet launched
into the market, 1000$ USD.
I will surely, and definately buy it and get rid
of this shitty 9210i since that is out.
I don't think that phone has a vibrator its
such a heavy phone 250gms anyway how
would it vibrate!
When will they introduce it into the market?
Most likely when is it gona be availiable in
ASIA, singapore, malaysia etc regions.
I hope it stands up to the mark of the P900.
The P900 has dual mmc slots by the way.
But still this new one would support more
than 256mb cards or likely anyway. So memory
is not to bother about.
The only thing is I don't like the outlook, I thought
it would be more stylish. The PDA interface looks
good but from the outside I don't like it.
First of all every company has replaced black color
by silver, as we can see old tv's were black now all
new electrical devices, tv's, cd players, portable cd
players, cell phones are in silver. The era for the black
color has ended. While nokia has introduced black color
again in the new commy.
Ismail:
The antenna was of no use anyway, so it's better they
removed it. It had no function on signal strength it was
just taking up space and, just used for a decoration
piece thats all!
I think its okay if there is no touch screen. Touch screens
are very delicate as well, and as this phone has a full
keyboard interface, there is no touch screen needed.
The sonyericssion phones such as p800 and p900 have
touchscreens because they don't have a fully navigational
keyboard.
Here are the key features, revived from the press release:
Key Functions and Features
Like its predecessors from the first Communicator family, the Nokia
9500 Communicator takes the most popular office solutions mobile by
bringing e-mail, personal information management, with PC
synchronization, browsing, vertical enterprise applications and even
document, spreadsheet and presentation creation into the pockets of
mobile professionals, allowing them to effectively utilize their time
while on the road. Other features of the sleek 222-gram (7.83 oz.)
device include:
Tri-band GSM capability (two variants: 900/1800/1900 MHz and
850/1800/1900 MHz)
GPRS/EGPRS (EDGE)
Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b
Symbian Operating System 7.0S Platform with J2ME Personal Profile
environment
In-built VGA camera & Multimedia messaging
Bluetooth audio and data support
USB connectivity (Nokia Connectivity Cable DKU-2)
80 MB of free user memory
Two color (up to 65k colors) displays with
640x200 pixels, Series 80 User Interface
128x128 pixels, Series 40 User Interface
E-mail support: POP3, IMAP,
Email: IMAP4, POP3, SMTP, SyncML
Security: SSL/TLS, Ipsec VPN
Browsing: HTML/XHTML, HTML 4.01, JavaScript 1.3
Office tool support: documents, spreadsheet, presentations
Also unveiled were the Connectivity desk stand for convenient
charging and synchronization with a compatible PC, the Mobile Holder,
which firmly holds the Nokia 9500 communicator in place in the car,
and the Antenna Coupler, which provides a connection to an external
antenna. For personalization, optional color covers are expected to
be available.
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They also said colored covers would be availiable which I
think would be good as well, we can change black to any color we like then.
They didn't mention support of polyphonic ringtones I suppose it would be present.
Also USB connectivity would be quite alot faster than the previous com port.
Well I like the both phone and PDA have two seperate interfaces of symbian now 80 and 40 which would be good to see. Both are colored and 65k screens as we expected.
Rest other features as predicted are there as well.
Any other feature which is not included and we expected please do mention in the threads guys!
Anyway I would buy it, not surely the month in which it is released because the price would be damn high, I will after 5-6 months when the price will drop and some people would have started to purchase it. I will sell my 9210i and buy the 9500 for sure!
�awyeah�
Announced February 23, 2004
The Nokia 9500 Communicator combines the features of a business PDA with multimedia, advanced messaging, and high-speed data capabilities. With its range of connectivity and security features, the device is particularly suited to enterprise applications. It offers a large color display � 640 x 200 pixels � and full keyboard when open. The integrated VGA camera provides users with the ability to capture and share images.
Messaging features of the Nokia 9500 Communicator include Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS), Synchronized Multimedia Integration Language (SMIL), instant messaging (IM), and e-mail. Connectivity options include EDGE, WLAN (802.11b), Bluetooth wireless technology, USB 2.0, and infrared. Among its security features are SSL/TLS, VPN, IPv6 and IPsec, file encryption, and MultiMedia Card (MMC) software locks. Digital Rights Management (DRM) support includes OMA forward-lock, with delivery via HTTP download or MMS.
Here are a few links I gathered around the web.
Some reviews and pictures.
The original nokia 9500 communicator website is up!
And the link is: http://www.nokia.com/nokia/0,,54106,00.html
Also High resolution Pictures of the 9500 communicator
are at: http://www.allaboutsymbian.com/gallery/Nokia-9500
A list of features/specifications of the nokia 9500 communicator:
http://www.forum.nokia.com/main/1,6566,015_91,00.html
Some useful links of the new communicator I found across the web are:
http://www.mobileburn.com/review.jsp?Id=641&source=HOMETOP
http://asia.news.yahoo.com/040223/3/1d01m.html
http://www.brighthand.com/article/Nokia_Pre-announcing_9500_Communicator
http://www.electricnews.net/news.html?code=9395958
http://www.mobilemag.com/content/100/340/C2511/
http://www.edubourse.com/finance/actualites.php?idActus=13656
http://www.infosyncworld.com/news/n/4636.html
ANSWERS TO SOME OF YOUR QUESTIONS
1. When will the Nokia 9500 Communicator be available?
The Nokia 9500 Communicator will be available in 4th quarter of 2004.
Meaning in the last 3 months of 2004. Well thats alot of time, so start saving cash! You have to wait 8-10 months from today onwards to see the phone in the market I guess!
2. In what networks can I use the Nokia 9500 Communicator?
The Nokia 9500 Communicator can operate in GSM 900/1800/1900, EGPRS (EDGE) and WLAN networks, which essentially means that it can be used on all five continents where these networks are supported. Additionally, a separate variant with GSM 850/1800/1900 will be launched for the US market.
3. What are the new features of the Nokia 9500 Communicator?
- Two color displays supporting up to 65,536 colors
- WLAN
- EGPRS (EDGE) packet data support
- Tri-band operation on five continents
- Symbian 7.0 OS
- Bluetooth� audio and data
- VGA camera
- Multimedia messaging support
- Enhanced product security with IPv6, OMA DRM lock
- MIDP2.0 and personal profile Java
- Nokia Pop-port� connector supporting a variety of Nokia enhancements
4. What are the key features of the Nokia 9500 Communicator?
- Flexible and fast network connections with integrated WLAN and EGPRS (EDGE)
- Full set of business-critical applications like email, Personal Information Management (PIM), office tools, and Web browsing
- 80 MB built-in memory and memory card support for additional data and application storing
- Wide compatibility with most popular existing IT systems (Microsoft and Lotus)
- Easy terminal management and administration with configuration tools and device management solutions (OTA, PC tools)
- Robust and open Symbian platform for company specific applications and flexibility
- Security solutions for different usage levels in the device and data connections
5. What are the key applications for the Nokia 9500 Communicator?
Phone with enhanced voice features
Messaging and browsing with both GPRS and WLAN
Mobile email
PIM and Office tools (Document, Sheet, Presentations)
Enriched communication with camera
6. Can I listen to music with my Nokia 9500 Communicator?
The Nokia 9500 Communicator has an integrated music player that supports the following audio formats: MP3, MPEG-4 (AAC), Real Audio, and MIDI.
7. What languages does the Nokia 9500 Communicator support?
The Nokia 9500 Communicator supports the following languages:
UK English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Danish, Norwegian, Portuguese, Hungarian, Polish, Turkish, Czech, Greek, Russian, American English, Canadian French, American Spanish.
8. What are the color options of the Nokia 9500 Communicator?
The Nokia 9500 Communicator will be available in one color, Tin Grey, in all regions. In addition, user-changeable Xpress-on� front covers are sold separately.
9. How many colors do the two displays of the Nokia 9500 Communicator support?
The Nokia 9500 Communicator has two 65,536-color displays with 128x128 and 640x200 pixels.
SOME PRODUCT REVIEWS/FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
Band Functionality:
GSM
Operating Frequency:
850/900 / 1800 / 1900
Browser Version:
Opera 6.x Browser, XHTML over TCP/IP, HTML over TCP/IP
Enabling Technology:
Java MIDP 2.0, MMS, Personal Java�
Java APIs:
MIDP 2.0, Personal Profile (JSR-62), Nokia UI API, WMA (JSR-120), MMAPI (JSR-135), Bluetooth API (JSR-82 no OBEX), JTWI rel.1 (JSR-185), CDC (JSR-36), Foundation Profile (JSR-46)
Data Bearers:
CSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EGPRS
PC Connectivity:
Bluetooth, Infrared, USB, WLAN
Resolution:
640 x 200, 128 x 128
Color Depth:
65536 Colors (16 bit), 65536 Colors (16 bit)
Messaging:
MMS w/ SMIL, SMS
Digital Rights Mgmt:
OMA DRM forward lock
Video Support:
H.263, MPEG-4, 3GPP streaming video, Real Video 8
Music Support:
MIDI tones (poly 24), True Tones (WB-AMR), AAC/MP3, MPEG-4, WAV
Dimensions:
148 x 56 x 23.6 mm
Weight:
222 g
Navigation Key:
Grid and Qwerty key mat, 3 labeled softkey, 5 way scrolling
Extra Features:
VGA camera, SMTP/POP3/IMAP4 email, WLAN (802.11b), Word compatibility, Excel compatibility, Powerpoint compatibility, Handsfree speaker, SyncML, MMC
The 9500 communicator device provides a full range of applications, including:
Opera 6.x Web browser with HTML and XHTML support
E-mail client (SMTP/POP3/IMAP4)
Contacts, Calendar, and other PIM applications
Video and image viewers (MPEG-4, 3GPP, RealMedia formats)
Word processing with Microsoft Word compatibility
Spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel compatibility
Presentation viewer with Microsoft PowerPoint compatibility
The Nokia 9500 Communicator is a tri-band device for markets in Europe, Africa, the Asia-Pacific region, and the Americas. Audio and ring tone formats include AAC, AMR, MIDI (poly 24), MP3, and WAV; audio output is also available via Bluetooth connection. Note that messaging functions, Java� application downloads, browsing, and high-speed access all require operator and network support.
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I also compared the P900 and Nokia 9500 Communicator according to their specs and features.
The P900 is the top #1 and A-1 phone in the market upto day and the communicator is going to be the new one after it so here are the comparisions.
SonyEricssion P900
-115 x 57 x 24mm, 150g
-12MB internal memory, MS Duo slot (hotswap)
-65 536 colour TFT screen, 208 x 320 (208 x 208 with flip closed) pixels
-input device: touch screen and stylus
-connectivity: CSD, HSCSD (28,8 kbps + 14,4 kbps), GPRS (85,6 kbps + 21,4 kbps with CS-4 coding scheme)
-ringtones: MP3, AMR, MIDI (poly 16), WAV, RMF, AU, iMelody
-data transfer: IrDA, Bluetooth
-email: POP3, IMAP4, SMTP
-internet browsing: HTML 3.2 (excluding features such as frames and Javascript that are not revelant to a small screen device), WML 1.3, WBXML, xHTML Basic, xHTML Mobile Profile, cHTML
-extras: camera (VGA + video recording), games, MP3 player, themes
Nokia 9500 Communicator
-148 x 56 x 23.6mm, 220g
-80MB internal memory, MMC slot (hotswap)
-Two 65 536 colour TFT screens, 640 x 200 (PDA) and 128 x 128 (phone) pixels
-input device: grid keypad and qwerty keyboard
-connectivity: CSD, HSCSD, GPRS (53, 6 kbps), EDGE (236,8 kbps), WLAN (11 Mbit/s)
-ringtones: MP3, AMR, MIDI (poly 24), WAV, AAC
-data transfer: IrDA, Bluetooth, USB 2.0, Pop-port interface
-email: POP3, IMAP4. SMTP, SyncML, always-online, SSL/TLS, SMTP authentication
-internet browsing (Opera 6.x): HTML, XHTML, JavaScript�, file upload, WML 1.3 support, audio-video plug-in, DRM plug-in, OMA download plug-in, Flash Player plug-in, multiple windows (10)
-extras: camera (VGA + video recording), games, MP3 player, RealOne Player, XpressOn covers
As we can clearly see the Nokia 9500 Communicator beats the SonyEricssion P900 with its features and specifications.
Therefore I conclude this phone would be much better than the P900, incase if sony decide to release a newer model than the P900 because it is already one year old and the communicator will reach the market by the end of this year and would be common by the start of 2005.
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Courtesy of awyeah
�awyeah�
Originally posted by GhostDog
...
I love it too,i just wish it had a touchscreen but apparantly it has some sort of a mouse like pointing device that Nokia reffers to as the "rocker" key so i'm half pleased.
I'd like to know more about the'rocker'. The cursor that appears in 9210 internet browser is not working too well. A mouse in Commi sounds interesting 😊
And if the decision to stay with series 80 means that all the 3rd party apps for the old Commi are still compatible, it may be a justifiable decision.
Someone nicked my 9210 two days ago. I wish the prat waited until the end of the year to do it coz having to spend money buying a 9210i just a few days after announcing the 9500 feels like a sick joke. Maybe then, it may not be such a bad thing. At least I'll be a wee bit better prepared to wait a few months after availabilty to buy the 9500 so that any bugs will hopefully by then be ironed out.
Anyway whatever the reservations the new model got me drooling. Flashes of the Psion 5 are coming back to me. If Nokia cant give us both keyboard and touch screen, at least give us better software.
