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Manufacturer: Nokia Part number: 002J6D1
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- The Nokia N85 may not offer as much memory as the N95 or N96, but it offers just as many features and a sleeker design, making it a better value in our book.
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CNET editors' review
Nokia N85 copper (unlocked) price range: $185.00
- Reviewed by: Bonnie Cha
- Reviewed on: 01/25/2009
The good: The Nokia N85 features a sleeker design and more solid construction than the N96 and N95. The smartphone also offers full wireless options as well as a 5-megapixel camera, a decent music player, and gaming support.
The bad: The N85's can be sluggish at times, particularly when viewing photos. Some navigation controls are stiff and difficult to use. The smartphone is also expensive and the Nokia Music Store hasn't fully launched in the United States.
The bottom line: The Nokia N85 may not offer as much memory as the N95 or N96, but it offers just as many features and a sleeker design, making it a better value in our book.
User reviews
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Great features good size, but Nokia's quality slipping.
by sdsem on February 8, 2009
Pros: The 5 megapixel camera is terrific, outstanding call quality, good image quality on the screen, web pages load quickly.
Cons: I had to return the phone to Nokia because of a defective earpiece. Build quality definitely not as solid as my previous N80. If you roam Nokia's user forums you'll read about a bunch of issues, most of which, in fairness, I haven't experienced.
Summary: You can't beat the camera. My N80 didn't have autofoucs, which resulted in a lot of blurry shots.In casual situations with my teenage sons, when they might ...
Summary: You can't beat the camera. My N80 didn't have autofoucs, which resulted in a lot of blurry shots.In casual situations with my teenage sons, when they might freeze up if I took out my Nikon, they'll let me take the photo on the N85, and the quality of the picture allows you to make a decent sized print. That's the main advantage of the N series 5 megapixel phones over the iPhone, imho. I'm not a heavy text messager and don't often use my phone to send email, so the lack of a qwerty keyboard or push email isn't a deal breaker for me. Nokia maps has worked well when I've needed it.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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great phone, great price
by rockinfreakapotamuxs on August 25, 2009
Pros: exelent camera 5 mp, exelent screen, great design its slim light, very fast and acurate gps, 8 gb memory from de package, n gage games, fm trasnmiter, wifi
Cons: too much plastic,
Summary: its a great phone, has all the features you looking for in a smart phone, and i really mean all, the only disadvantage is that te construccion is only plastic
Summary: its a great phone, has all the features you looking for in a smart phone, and i really mean all, the only disadvantage is that te construccion is only plastic
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Only nokia for me now!
by kmiller010 on June 14, 2009
Pros: Greate smartphone capability
Excellent multimedia apps
elegant navigationCons: Poor build quality
Summary: My needs:
Since I use a cell phone to sync with outlook and update my calendar, compatibility with MS outlook and use as a PDA was of primary importance.
I ...Summary: My needs:
Since I use a cell phone to sync with outlook and update my calendar, compatibility with MS outlook and use as a PDA was of primary importance.
I also wanted a phone that was a good music player since I also spend a lot of time programming in an environment that is noisy and not conducive to concentration.
Since I already have a family plan and did not want o carry around a company phone as well as a private phone, I wanted to consolidate the needed features of both worlds.
I also feel that the core features of a cell phone are non negotiable (it should be ready at all times to perform as a phone without compromise)
I did a lot of research and decided to buy an LG Incite. This was a huge mistake as that unit fell short on all sides. The engineering philosophy was such that emphasis was put on the unit being all things to all people, and as a result, the phone did everything badly. Even making regular phone calls required some (and often heavy) negotiation. The process to sync with outlook required no less than 5 steps unless you wanted to spring for the $30.00 data plan.
Realizing the Incite for the toy it was, I gave it to my teenager who is very happy with it.
I then decided to purchase the N85 after comparing it to several units from Nokia and other manufactures. In the un-boxing I was immediately disappointed by the build quality, but happily, that is where my displeasure ended. The unit is uncompromising in its utility as a phone, is a solid PDA that is capable of syncing with outlook over Bluetooth with a zero touch paradigm.
It comes with a standard 3.5mm stereo headphone jack and multifunction navigation keys that are customizable; with over 14 features on the outside of the unit before even delving into the menus.
This phone is a very elegant tool, which is workable for both business and pleasure.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great smartphone, great price
by bast525 on May 28, 2009
Pros: - Nice size, feels great in hand
- Vibrant display
- Best camera I've ever seen on a phone
- Loud speakers
- Decent games with N-Gage and Java
- Great as a music device
- Battery life is very good
- Decent selection of 3rd party apps, many freeCons: - No QWERTY keyboard (predictive T9 text is easy to use and still allows quick typing)
- A bit of a learning curve for some features
- Built in web browser not that great (get Ozone and Opera Mini for free, much better)Summary: I bought this phone coming from using Windows Mobile devices for a long time, and also being with Verizon for 10+ years. I generally loved Windows Mobile as an operating ...
Summary: I bought this phone coming from using Windows Mobile devices for a long time, and also being with Verizon for 10+ years. I generally loved Windows Mobile as an operating system, and had very few issues or complaints, but had really bad luck with the actual phones/hardware which I have owned. After Verizon sent me replacement after replacement, and moved me from one model to the next, I decided to try something different. I was looking at the Palm Pre, but honestly, I am kind of moving away from the whole touchscreen craze. Then I read some articles about the Nokia N95, and then the N85, and it looked really impressive for such a small package.
So I bought an unlocked N85 from Dell for $300, and signed up with AT&T on a month to month basis. So far I have really enjoyed the phone, and with the addition of some third party apps it has become even better.
The camera on this phone has amazed me. Taking good, clear pictures even indoors in less-than-ideal lighting. Something none of my WinMo phones could EVER do. It has tons of options, almost like a standalone point and shoot. It's not quite as good, but it's so close, and definitely is acceptable as a backup when I don't have the 'real' camera with me. As a music device it is also fantastic. 3.5mm headphone jack, built in internet radio, built in FM radio (but only with headphones), FM transmitter for wirelessly playing your music over your home stereo... a lot of great options for music lovers here. The sound on the built in speakers is fairly loud but does distort a little at the highest volumes.
As a gaming device it is good, not great. Graphically it is somewhere around the level of the Nintendo DS. Controls are okay with the D-pad and dedicated gaming keys. There are a few really fun games but many that I tried were just OK. I think the capability is there but companies are still releasing just 'phone games' instead of really putting effort into some real games. But still, nice to have the option to always have a few fun games on your phone to pass time.
Everyone talks about the OLED screen, I am one of the few who is not that impressed with it. To me, the colors are WAY too oversaturated, and also, it cannot display true gray, rather, there is a definate reddish brown tint to the white/black/grey color on the display. Also it is hard to see in daylight, but all of my previous phones had the same issue so I don't feel like I am losing out here. It is fairly bright however, and overall pleasant to look at.
For watching videos, I strongly recommend Coreplayer even though it is a pay for app, you will get support for almost every video format out there, as well as streaming Youtube videos at a very high quality. Videos look good even though it's a smallish screen, but again, the colors are a bit over-the-top.
The built in web browser is OK, it is full HTML but the Javascript support is lacking compared to Opera Mobile on WinMo or Safari on iPhone. I promptly downloaded Opera Mini which is great, but I found an even better free browser out there called Ozone. Ozone works very well with fantastic Javascript support, and is now my default browser. I highly recommend this as the first app to get for anyone who gets this phone! It is VERY close to Safari in terms of Javascript support and rendering accuracy. There's also Skyfire for free for full flash support, but note, unlike Ozone it uses a proxy to stream content to you. Ozone is proxy-free.
Build quality, so far, seems fine. I did get one that was "made in China", which I had read these were the ones with the problems. So far, my slider is solid, a little bit of wiggle, but far more solid than my last phone which was an HTC Touch Pro with slide out QWERTY keyboard. The buttons on the N85 do creak a little (plastic rubbing against plastic), but again, no worse than my Touch Pro. Mind you, the Touch Pro is pretty much the top of the line WinMo phone out in the U.S. right now, and was Verizon's most expensive phone. I paid more for the Pro ON CONTRACT than I paid for the N85 UNLOCKED.
Overall, this phone is great so far, having only had it for about a month, I am very pleased with it. It does so much, especially considering the price (definitely shop around!). It is more media centric than WinMo but can still handle business as well with email and scheduling and all that, just not as deep as with WinMo, so it might not be the best for full business users.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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very impressive and slick
by scales on February 26, 2009
Pros: Tons of features. you name it, its got it. great camera, gps, 3g, wifi, bluetooth, great style, standard headphone jack, comes with 8gig memory (removeable/expandable i think), big OLED screen, excellent form factor
Cons: build quality seems good. there is just barely (and i am a perfectionist) some very very small play in the slider when closed, but i dont think it is a big deal.
Summary: overall love the phone, little pricey since it is unlocked, but features are great and the quality is too. i get at least 3 days of juice but i primarily ...
Summary: overall love the phone, little pricey since it is unlocked, but features are great and the quality is too. i get at least 3 days of juice but i primarily use it for a phone and mp3 player. definitely recommend it
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Wow... Great phone...
by DSNJITSIT on January 24, 2009
Pros: Great set of features, I'm a tech, feature type of person, always on CNET, and when i look at phones I always say to myself that if this phone had some features it be the perfect phone, well i think i finally found a phone that is the ultimate phone.
Cons: The battery doesn't last but i been using this phone to the max, camera is a bit tricky, the flash come on then it turns off and then turns back on to take the pic. I just went from the curve to n85 so texting is a lil getting use too.
Summary: Overall this is a great phone, I'm really enjoying it. The navigation is better then my magellan and photos are crisp. I got the internet on this phone which ...
Summary: Overall this is a great phone, I'm really enjoying it. The navigation is better then my magellan and photos are crisp. I got the internet on this phone which just lets you go all over then place and explore beyond belief. It's an amazing phone... Oh yea, i read alot of reviews and it said that the build quality was crapy and some other things, and kept comparing it to the N95. Personally i think it's decently built, i never had the n95 so i can't really compare but if you ever wanted the n95 and thought it was to bulky then this is the phone for you.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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N85, Could have been nokia's best phone of the N series
by triphopkid on January 22, 2009
Pros: Form factor, auto accelerometer, screen size, 5mp autofocus Camera, Wifi, built in Radio transmitter, OLED screen
Cons: mediocre Sound quality ( N81 by far sounds the best) battery life, just because battery is bigger doesnt mean it last longer.
Summary: could have been the best phone but packing the phone with an arsenal of features possibly could have affected the phone's sound quality. too bad. that was the only ...
Summary: could have been the best phone but packing the phone with an arsenal of features possibly could have affected the phone's sound quality. too bad. that was the only thing that disappointed me. guess you just cant have everything.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Lifetime maps on device
by well_read on February 12, 2011
Pros: On device downloaded maps with free updates. Excellent WiFi and phone reception. Excellent screen. Loud, clear for size speakers. Great battery life. ATT with unlimited internet for $10.
Cons: Rare restart if you have more than 5 apps running at the same time. S3 OS not covered as well with compatible software for downloads
Summary: I have use my phone for about 3 years without any problems. I bought a Google android 2.2 to replace it. No deal. Reception, GPS, camera, better on N85. ...
Summary: I have use my phone for about 3 years without any problems. I bought a Google android 2.2 to replace it. No deal. Reception, GPS, camera, better on N85. I use the android for a PDA only now.
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They should have recalled this phone. Many problems.
by reviewsneeded on March 23, 2010
Pros: Similar to the N95. Sleek design, Great camera, lots of memory, easy to use interface.
Cons: Speaker problems. Button problems. Slow performance. Cheap plastic case.
Summary: The phone looks great. I purchased this phone because Nokia builds solid products which are easy to use and also have many great features. I have the N95,which i ...
Summary: The phone looks great. I purchased this phone because Nokia builds solid products which are easy to use and also have many great features. I have the N95,which i still love but now my right, left options and exit buttons don't work and this happened just from plain slliding and closing the phone. The N85 however is a peice of junk. This doesnt seem like a nokia product or nokia just built this phone to make big profit.
These are the following problems I am experiencing with the N85.
- the speaker gives out or goes really quiet when I'm on the phone.Like the volume just goes UP and DOWN (very annoying)
- the hangup, options and exit button are not working properly
- plastic is cheap quality. I don't know how but it cracked.(N95 much more solid built)
- the phone is very slow sometimes
If you are thinking about this phone STAY AWAY! I recommend the N95 or any other phone but don't waste your money on this one. I'm regretting it very much.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nokia
- Part number: 002J6D1
- Description: Harness the power behind this sleek, compact design. Capture your memories with the 5-megapixel camera and bring them to life in vibrant, natural colors on the stunning OLED display. Try the preloaded games and choose one to activate for free. Discover more games on-line and try before you buy. Assisted GPS shows where you are, the Internet helps you choose your destination, and Nokia Maps guides you along the way. A voice-guided navigation trial is included with your device. With a long battery life and plenty of memory, you can stay entertained longer during your trip and keep your friends at your fingertips with instant messaging, Internet calls, widgets, and social networking. The Nokia N85 multimedia computer puts the power to share, explore, and entertain in your hands.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Smartphone
- Form Factor Slider - Dual sliding
- Integrated Components 2nd camera,
Digital camera,
Digital player,
FM radio,
Voice recorder - Antenna Internal
- Width 2 in
- Depth 0.6 in
- Height 4.1 in
- Weight 4.5 oz
- Body Color Black
Cellular
- Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
- Band WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM 850/900/1800/1900
- Mobile Broadband Generation 3G
- Service Provider Unlocked
- Operating System Symbian OS 9.3 / Series 60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2
- Software Platforms Supported Java,
CLDC 1.1,
Java MIDP 2.0 Messaging & Internet
- Cellular Messaging Services Nokia Smart Messaging,
MMS,
SMS - Supported Email Protocols SMTP,
POP3,
IMAP4 - Messaging & Data Features XHTML Browser
- Downloadable Content Screensavers,
Audio files,
Themes,
Video files,
Wallpapers,
Ring tones,
Games - Mobile Services Video Call
Communications
- Data Transmission GPRS,
EDGE,
HSDPA - Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g,
Bluetooth 2.0 - Communication Features Internet browser,
Mobile Email client Phone Features
- Phone Functions Call timer,
Conference call,
Speakerphone,
Vibrating alert - Polyphonic Ringer Yes
- Polyphonic Ring Tone Voice Qty 64
- Additional Features Text-to-Speech (text recognition),
TV Link,
Built-in FM transmitter,
Push-to-talk mode,
Radio Data Service (RDS),
Built-in stereo speakers Organizer
- Personal Information Management Synchronization with PC,
Calendar,
Calculator,
Reminder,
Alarm clock Media Player
- Supported Digital Audio Standards MP3,
WMA,
AAC - Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4,
H.263,
3GP,
RM,
H.264
Memory
- User Memory 78 MB
- Supported Flash Memory Cards Micro SDHC
Digital Camera
- Sensor Resolution 5 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type CMOS
- Still Image Formats JPEG,
EXIF - Min Focal Length 5.2 mm
- Focus Adjustment Automatic
- Digital Zoom 20
- Self Timer Delay Yes
- Special Effects Vivid,
Negative,
Black & White,
Sepia - White Balance Automatic,
Presets - Camera Light Source LED light
- Video Recorder Resolutions 640 x 480 (VGA)
- Digital Video Formats H.264,
MPEG-4,
3gp,
H.263 video and AMR audio - Features Self timer,
Picture stabilizer Navigation System
- GPS Navigation A-GPS receiver
Display
- Type OLED display - Color
- Diagonal Size 2.4 in
- Display Resolution 320 x 240 pixels
- Color Depth 24-bit (16.7 million colors)
- Display Illumination Color White
- Features Wallpaper,
Screensaver Connections
- Connector Type Micro-USB,
Headset jack - Mini-phone 3.5 mm Battery
- Technology Lithium ion
- Capacity 1200 mAh
- Run Time Details Talk - up to 414 min,
Standby - up to 363 hour(s) Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Power adapter , Hands-free headset,
Power adapter,
USB cable - Also Included microSDHC - 8 GB
Product series
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Manufacturer: Nokia
Specs: Unlocked,
WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM,
With digital camera,
4.5 oz,
5 megapixels,
2.4 in
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Nokia
- Address:
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- Fax: 972-894-5050
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