Sep 06 2009

Nokia N97 2.0 Firmware: Video and Information

Posted by Norman John & Ibrahim Jogee in N-Series, N97, N97 2.0, Nokia, Nokia World 09

3887098040 58560266bc m Nokia N97 2.0 Firmware: Video and Information During Nokia World 2009 Nokia announced that they are soon going to splash out a new 2.0 Firmware update for the Nokia N97. This update is definitely worth the mention as it is bringing a host of new features, many improvements and several bug fixes, that will change the way you use your device.The update is due to roll out either mid/end of October and will initially be available via NSU (Nokia Software Update). The new firmware will then later appear over the air via FOTA (Firmware Over The Air).

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Usability Improvement

Kinetic Scrolling: Allowing kinetic scrolling in the menu, contacts, and other applications with long lists
More Space: The new memory allocation brings around 20-30MB more space for applications and themes
Visually enhanced Music Player and Photo Menu
Improved accessibility to Symbols and Numbers: Holding a key for 1 seconds will activate the alternative character, no need to press the blue key first

New Experiences

New Homescreen Widgets: CNN, MySpace, ESPN, Elle and more have now been added
Newer Version of Ovi Maps: More features and a new service menu
Voice UI Improvements: Support for Voice over IP

These are just some of the highlights of the new 2.0 Firmware for the Nokia N97. Many more changes and improvements are still yet to come, such as new transition effects and increased stability. This is also the first firmware update Nokia have ever announced with such hype, and critics may argue that this is nothing but a simple update, however I believe the update will completely change the feel and usability of the device, giving the N97 a new birth. As pictures say more than 1000 words this video will show you everything you need to know:

Tender Ears

Hmm… Kindofthee?
http://www.symbianworld.org Norman John

what’s that?
jg

not a second to early. My n97 crashes 2 times a week. Mostly hillarious is the power management and loading behaviour. If deadening out of power you could only recharge it with the 230V power supply. All others doesn.t work fo me…..
http://www.nokialino.it/?p=8830 Video Nokia N97 Firmware 2.0

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http://sionide.net/ Simon

I’m sure a lot of people will shout “too little too late” but I can’t wait for this. And the ability to breath new life into an already decent handset is going to be great for N97 users. Hopefully Vodafone and the other network operators will be quick with their updates.
http://www.symbianworld.org Norman John

@Simon

Great point there!
http://www.nokiausers.net/forum/nokia-n97/30317-nokia-world-n97-firmware-v2-will-have-more-ram-kinetic-scrolling-4.html#post238385 Nokia world: N97 firmware v2 will have more RAM and kinetic scrolling – Page 4

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http://www.nokiausers.net/forum/nokia-n97/30452-should-i-sell-my-n97-buy-n900.html#post238386 should i sell my n97 and buy a n900?

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http://www.smabo.de Hasan

Great video, dude!
http://nokiapp.com/2009/09/06/video-nokia-n97-firmware-2-0-in-depth-preview/ Video: Nokia N97 Firmware 2.0 In-Depth Preview

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Dans

Carriers wont send it out, so the whole thing is pointless.
http://www.symbianplanet.net/2009/09/nuovo-video-del-prossimo-firmware-del-nokia-n97-20-0-005/ » Nuovo video del prossimo firmware del nokia n97 20.0.005 » Software, applicazioni e temi per cellulari, news, symbian, novità e notizie da tutto il mondo della telefonia – Symbianplanet

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http://www.nokia-n97.info/nokia-n97-firmware-v20-previewed Nokia N97 » Nokia N97 firmware v20 previewed

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ninjafox

5800, anyone?
RicardoK

@ninjafox, I second that.. Trully.. I own a N97 and my gf a 5800, both with the same issues..

@Nokia, please, update/fix the 5800 too!!
live

the icons in application are more large
Stefan Holmes

It looks like Nokia are copying Apple’s hype-laden firmware updates. It would be better if the OTA update was offered first, but I guess their ‘carrier approval’ agreement prevents it.

The N97 has been a disappointment to some, but anyone who bothered to learn about the handset before purchase shouldn’t be to surprised at the performance and stability issues. I knew, as a previous N95 early-adpoter, that at least 2 firmware updates would be needed to iron out the bugs. I also knew that it was no iPhone killer. No 3D acceleration and no multi-touch made this very obvious.

I’m about 2 months in to my contract with Voda UK. Next upgrade will be to the N900 (or its successor).
Tomtom

Awful english…I’m ashamed to be a finn…

What comes to the upgrade – contains features that device of this price tag should have had in the first version already.
TepTep

Classic Finnish! He sounds like a redneck rally driver from Jyväskylä…
http://www.symbianworld.org Norman John

@hasan

thank you, it tool more than an hour
dt

Was that Finnish? My God…. Then again, maybe I’ve been in Helsinki too long.
http://www.serafinos.altervista.org Salvatore Serafino

Ciao,

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Rehab

I can only HOPE the v31 firm for the 5800, I WANT KINETICCC SCROLLL
http://www.bran.dk/mobil/godt-nyt-til-nokia-n97-brugere/ Godt nyt til Nokia N97 brugere | bran.dk

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fuel

is nokia 5800 xm can get new firmware next month? with kinetic scrolling? and tons of update….
http://www.tecnoblog.amadeodigital.com.ar/firmware-2-0-para-el-nokia-n97-el-proximo-mes/ Firmware 2.0 para el Nokia N97 el próximo mes « TecnoBlog

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Leftfoot

Ok…so is this a N97 Mini (we note no Dpad). Is the soiftware then the same?
John

I’m disappointed that version 2 still doesn’t give me dialer keypads with letters. Does Nokia not know that the US of A still enjoys publishing numbers with correlated alphabets?!? How hard is it to use the same button images that are already in use when in text editing mode, where the dialpad has letters? Can anyone relay this request to Nokia? I’ve already complained to the technicians at the Chicago flagship store, and I’m disappointed that 2.0 still doesn’t have this. =(
http://www.tech-freek.com/mobile-phones/nokia-n97-2-0-firmwire-20-0-0-5.html Nokia N97 2.0 Firmwire 20.0.0.5 | Tech Freek

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mvk

piece of sh*t will eventually stink again even if you pour perfume (ver 2.0) on it.
My advice to Nokia…. if you want a good future fire the entire N97 designing team because you can fins much better folks in these recessionary times who could have done a much better job and N97 would have been on the top.
Iki

Guys did anyone noticed that the black nokia phone which the guy use in the video isnt the n97 or the n97 mini. The display is much wider and the keys arent on the position where they should be.
Gene

Holy cow, you’re right! what’s up with that? Dammit! Nokia does it again. Luckily another video on n97fanatics.com shows what appears to be a legit N97 with the new firmware.
Benhur Yasay

i am here in ksa and ver 2.0 is not yet available in OTA, where can i download arabic firmware.

thanks
jr wen arc

nokia ? I think are bunch of losers and liars… Drs no greatness about n97 phones. It is jst a waste of money and time. Its lyk an expensive piece of a brick. There is no update yet available really in NSU, i am trying to find it, bt drs no update 2.0. I hope nokia will eventually die out. Burn to hell. The greatest trickster of all time. You trick unsuspecting customers.
suresh

OK lah kalo begitu
http://www.mobilespeedia.com/nokia-n97-new-firmware-version-2-0-gets-previewed-on-video/ Nokia N97 New Firmware Version 2.0 Gets Previewed on Video

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Rhys

Here here about letters on the dial pad.

Just got 2.0 and I wish they would just give up and port tol Android. S60v5 is no good at all. Still slow and clunky. Why put lipstick oln a pig or reinvent Android? False pride.
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http://www.ukphonebuyers.co.uk/ Murrell Danny

The n97 is an awesome phone with a large screen and good keypad, its a shame its not worth that much anymore, i will be updating my firmware soon