Nokia 5730 XpressMusic review
Network and connections
Another device with remarkable multimedia qualities, the Nokia 5730 XpressMusic is also equipped with absolutely advanced technical features. It is in fact a GSM Quadband, capable of guaranteeing optimal signal coverage in any situation. Support for UMTS networks is also present. To connect to the Internet, just open the HTML browser, which will display any type of page without any problem. Browsing is really fast, thanks to HSDPA support and the internal modem. Or you can take advantage of the networks distributed with Wi-Fi. There's also Bluetooth wireless and the USB 2.0 data output, convenient for syncing with other devices.
Design and features
The 5730 XpressMusic is the first device in the music series to have an extended QWERTY keyboard. This is made possible thanks to the body that opens through a side slider movement. On the front, on the other hand, there's a standard numeric keypad, practical for managing basic functions. Above it is the screen, a 2.4-inch QVGA, capable of displaying up to 16 million colors. On the side surfaces there are also dedicated keys for multimedia functions. The dimensions are decidedly good, to guarantee uncompromising portability: 15.4 mm thick for a weight of 135 grams. The colors are bright and youthful on the edges, to contrast with the glossy black of the front and back. The retail package includes the music series earphones, the data cable and a convenient 8 GB memory card.
Main features
A respectable Smartphone must be able to offer complete and functional tools. And indeed, with the Nokia 5730 everything is possible, from the contacts archive with the advanced address book, to appointment management with the organizer; or again alarm clock, calculator, currency converter and stopwatch. The extended keyboard really helps a lot when composing text messages, allowing you to write E-mails quickly too. It's also possible to manage attachments, thanks to the Pocket Office package. Java support allows you to install compatible applications, to best customize your device. The telephone aspect is also absolutely complete; it is in fact possible to use the speakerphone, or make voice recordings. Multiconference calls are also supported, as well as videoconferencing thanks to the front camera. The Xpress Homescreen is interesting, a bar that allows you to display up to 20 favorite friends to have a direct connection to related information, such as blogs, messages, pictures and much more.
Entertainment and multimedia
Like every XpressMusic device, this 5730 too is absolutely a valid and complete music tool. The media player allows you to faithfully reproduce any type of audio and video file, with truly amazing sound quality. The available memory is remarkable, expandable thanks to microSD type cards; this way you really don't have to give up anything, downloading files directly from Nokia Music Store. The rear camera, on the other hand, allows you to take excellent quality photographs, thanks to the 3.2 megapixel resolution with Carl Zeiss optics. There's also a receiver for AM/FM radio frequencies, so you can listen to your favorite stations at any time. Furthermore, the 5730 can transform into a satellite navigator, thanks to GPS support. Finally, a mention of the 1000 mAh lithium battery, which guarantees up to 300 hours of Stand-by.