Nokia C6 review

Network and connections
A truly interesting entry level model offered on the market by Nokia. It clearly takes after the lines of the great N97 Smartphone, differentiating itself however in many technical aspects. The network receiver is a Quadband GSM with Dual Mode support, meaning it is also able to exploit UMTS frequencies. A phone that makes Internet connection its main weapon, to launch into the Web beyond every limit. For this reason the internal modem is equipped with HSDPA data traffic management, so as to reach a truly high speed; this way the HTML browser can open pages without any problems. Or you can also connect to the Internet thanks to Wi-Fi support. Naturally the classic Bluetooth and USB data output are present.

Design and features
Simple but nonetheless carefully designed lines, soft on the edges to offer a comfortable and secure grip. The dimensions remain in line with the average: 16.8 mm thick and 150 grams in weight. The upper part is occupied by the screen, as large as 3.2 inches. It is equipped with Touch Screen technology, also in 16:9 mode. For the best usability of the functions it is also able to orient itself automatically. The slider opening allows the screen to be tilted and frees up the extended QWERTY keyboard inside.

Main features
Internet browsing is unparalleled, with functions dedicated to video Streaming or Instant Messaging. Text writing is truly fast, thanks to the extended keyboard and T9 support. This way composing short SMS or more detailed E-mails will be child's play, also managing attachments with Pocket Office. The classic management functions such as the contacts address book and appointment organizer are complete. In addition you can manage your own Web spaces, such as MySpace or Facebook blogs, directly on the move. The built-in speakerphone offers good audio quality; moreover you can make video calls thanks to the front camera.

Entertainment and multimedia
The entertainment sector is also complete, thanks to the camera with as much as 5 megapixels. This way you can obtain stunning photographs, to be immediately touched up with the appropriate adjustments. The dedicated functions are also varied, from Zoom to Dual LED Flash and autofocus. The available memory is abundant, as much as 200 MB further expandable up to 16 GB with microSD cards. This way you can store music, videos and files in quantity. The multimedia player will take care of faithfully reproducing every format. A device of this scope needs a significant battery; so here the 1200 mAh guarantee a duration of up to 384 hours in Stand-by.