The latest firmware update for the Nokia N97 brought many new features and changes. However, not all changes have improved the experience and usability of the device. One of which is the new search function in the music player. Read the rest of this entry »

How often have you accidentally disconnected your headset from your phone? This is really annoying, especially when the music is disturbing others around you. Now we found a useful application that will stop the music as soon as you disconnect the headset. ‘For Your Ears Only’ is a simple application so it has no fancy UI. Rather it’s a prototype that should be implemented in further devices. Unfortunately ‘For Your Ears Only’ does not have an autostart function. Nonetheless, if you have this problem from time to time you should install this freeware application. It works on all S60 5th Edition devices such as the Nokia N97, 5800 XM, 5530XM and all other.

For Your Ears Only

In a previous article I showed all major differences between the Nokia N97 and the Nokia N97 Mini.  The N97 Mini is not only smaller but feels also better in the hand. On the back you find a nicely made metallic battery cover. For further changes take a look at this article and the following video:

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The Nokia N97 mini is finally available worldwide and  makes its big debut in stores. With its stainless steel cues, the Nokia N97 mini is designed for style-conscious people who are active with social networks. The device features a tilting 3.2″ touch display, QWERTY keyboard and fully customizable homescreen. The Nokia N97 mini features the same 2.0 software as the Nokia N97 and it will be in stores with an estimated retail price of EUR 450 before taxes and subsidies. Not only the size of the N97 Mini has changed also the promotion slogan. It’s no longer online as it happens but offline.Therefore please take a look at the TV advertising after the break:

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Igor aka kAIST is without a doubt a really talented developer. Now he brought us a new and powerful drawing application. XpressSketch works on all S60 5th Edition devices such as the Nokia N97, 5530, 5800, X6 and the 5230. Although there is a lot effort in the software it’s completely for free. As already said, XpressSketch isn’t a simple drawing app but rather a powerful drawing tool offering following features:

• Faster and smoother drawing.
• More than 50 thousand colors.  Do not hesitate, what color to choose, use the convenient palette of colors.
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For all football/soccer fans Plusmo have published a nifty widget for the N97 and all other S60 5th Edition devices. ESPNsoccernet is a powerful tool for staying up to date with football. Enjoy in depth team and region news coverage, live game visualization, match commentary, team tracking, detailed fixtures, tables, and more. You can choose your country and the league you want to follow. A homescreen-widget is also available showing you current or upcoming games and scores. Although this widget is that powerful it’s available completely free in the Ovi Store. Find more screenshots after the break. Read the rest of this entry »

Singapore residents can enjoy the privilege of being the only country to receive the chance to get their mitts on the Nokia N97 mini RAOUL Limited Edition. You will now be able to stay connected to the world of fashion right from your Nokia N97 mini with the new Fashion Asia widget, brought to you by Nokia and F J Benjamin. Read the rest of this entry »