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Nokia N86 8MP review

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Nokia N86 8MP
Nokia N86 8MP
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Symbian
Operating system
Operating system
Symbian
434 MHz
Processor
Processor
434 MHz
2.6"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.6"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
1200 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

The Nokia N86 8MP offers advanced camera technologies, combined with the power and maturity of the Symbian OS and the intuitive S60 3rd edition interface.

- GSMArena team, GSMArena
HowardChui
HowardChui

Pros: Screen looks great indoors; Camera takes great pictures; Lots of features; Nice speakers. Cons: Screen doesn’t work well outdoors; Could use some more processing power; Not many options to upload pictures to the web.

- Howard Chui, HowardChui
CNET
CNET

The Nokia N86 8MP doesn't break much new ground, but it's a good entry in Nokia's much-loved N series. It's not as easy to use as the iPhone or the HTC Hero, for example, but it really packs in the features, and, if you can find them, there are zillions of fantastic apps out there to make it even be...

- Flora Graham , CNET
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

The Nokia N86 8MP is a great handset and a significant improvement in build quality from previous Nokia Nseries sliders. Overall, it seems that Nokia have polished their Nseries devices to a higher standard, cramming the most tech possible into the smallest form factor. However, I feel somewhat unde...

- Russell Jefferies, MobileBurn


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Nokia backs up the N86 8MP with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
2.6"

The Nokia N86 8MP's screen size is 2.6 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
434 MHz

There is a ARM11 434 MHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 8+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.

Storage
8 GB

Internal memory is 8 GB. An external, MicroSD (up to 16 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1200mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1200 mAh battery. Nokia's performance ratings are 13 days standby time, 390 minutes.

N86 8MP Specs

Overview
Release Date February 17, 2009
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor ARM11 434 MHz
Internal Storage 8 GB
RAM 128 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 0.76 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles No
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 16 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Geotagging, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV, FLV, RealVideo
Video Recording Parameters
VGA (640 x 480 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology AMOLED
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.6 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Digital Compass
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 390 minutes
Standby Time Up to 13 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Indigo Black, White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.3 x 5.1 x 1.7 cm (4.1 x 2 x 0.7 in)
Weight 149 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM
ROM: 77MB
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
DLNA Support: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, eAAC+, eAAC, AAC, AMR, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV, FLV, RealVideo
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Radio: Yes
Viewable document types: BMP, DOC, GIF, JPG, PPT, RTF, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: No
Included Software / Apps: -
Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Calculator, Currency Converter, Weather, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

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