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7.1 out of 10

Nokia N85

First seen: 27 august 2008

Information found in: from 139 sources in 26 countries.

Great Deal: $309.99

  • User Score (196)
    7.9 7.9 from 196 reviewers
  • Expert Score (40)
    8.2 8.2 from 40 reviewers
  • Design (54)
    7.2 7.2 from 54 reviewers
  • Value for money (13)
    6.3 6.3 from 13 reviewers
  • Features (25)
    7.6 7.6 from 25 reviewers
  • Ease of use (33)
    7.5 7.5 from 33 reviewers
  • Performance (4)
    6.6 6.6 from 4 reviewers
  • Sound quality (42)
    7.2 7.2 from 42 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • a gps, nice looking phone, takes amazing photos, dual slide, nice screen
  • cannot forward picture message, no bad points, the dual led flash, mediocre battery life, sluggish ui

Full computer power in a sleek design. A stunning OLED display and a broad range of features help to keep you entertained, find your location, and stay informed.

Specifications

Messaging and communication

  • Chat
    Yes
  • MMS (Multimedia messaging service)
    Yes

Key Facts

  • Input method
    Phone keypad, Navi™Wheel
  • Talk time
    Up to 4.0 hr (WCDMA), 5.7 hr (GSM)

Connectivity

  • HSDPA (network dependent)
    Yes

Internet and media

  • Video viewing
    Yes
  • Music player
    Yes, supports MP3 / AAC / eAAC+ / WAV / AMR-NB / AMR-WB / MIDI / WMA / Real Audio Voice / Real Audio 7 / Real Audio 8 / Real Audio 10 formats
  • Supported video formats
    MPEG4, H.264 AVC, 3GP (H.263), Real Video and WMV

Camera

  • Video camera resolution
    VGA
  • Image resolution
    2584 x 1938

Release Date

  • First seen
    27 August 2008

Nokia N85

The Nokia N85 features email, phone, IM, internet, integrated organizer, GPS, HSDPA, LCD display, GPS, Bluetooth, online videos, streamed music broadcasts, camera, browser, ambient light detector, orientation sensor, active matrix technology, LED, voice input and output, and other accessories.

Features

The Nokia N85 features a cell phone with email, phone, Instant Messaging (IM) and the internet features. The cell phone offers 2.6 inches resolution of 320 x 240 pixel color displ…

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Nokia N85

The Nokia N85 features email, phone, IM, internet, integrated organizer, GPS, HSDPA, LCD display, GPS, Bluetooth, online videos, streamed music broadcasts, camera, browser, ambient light detector, orientation sensor, active matrix technology, LED, voice input and output, and other accessories.

Features

The Nokia N85 features a cell phone with email, phone, Instant Messaging (IM) and the internet features. The cell phone offers 2.6 inches resolution of 320 x 240 pixel color display with TFT LCD with color and brightness control, orientation sensor and ambient light detector which offers to light up for visual on the screen. It offers Symbian OS version 9.3, active standby, voice commands, FOTA (Firmware update over the air), multimedia menu, Navi Wheel support and automatic display rotation in the cell phone’s software platform and user interface. The use of full browser to surf the internet on the PC, upload and share photos videos and blog posts provide the user the sharing and internet options. This cell phone offers tuning into FM radio or the selection of list of internet radio stations. Gaming options provide new games with graphics and game play from N-Gage. The action is supported with gaming keys and landscape stereo speakers. The Nokia N85 features a 5.0 Megapixels camera with auto-focus, flash and Carl Zeiss optics. It offers geotagging of photos with integrated A-GPS receiver and upload of photos which can be shared on Ovi. It offers recording DVD-like quality videos. It features view of personal and downloaded videos on the full screen. Videos are browsed by category or keyword search. This function also provides transfer of videos from PC and uploading of videos to be shared on Ovi. Bluetooth technology is also featured in the phone where mono/stereo headset, hands free and Serial port profile are supported to operate with Bluetooth enabled devices. This cell phone features up to 74 MB of internal memory and microSD memory card slot which is hot swappable and receives up to 8 GB of memory card. It features device enhancement with a wide range of applications where it allows the user to transfer contacts, calendar and to-do lists from the computer.

Additional features

The Nokia N85 features recommended accessories for the cell phone which include Bluetooth car stereo headset, car kit, Bluetooth speakers, connectivity cable, music headset, smart covers, travel charger, battery, user guide, quick start guide and DVD.

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  1. Nokia N85

    Reviewer: CNET
    30 October 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    The N85 has a lot going for it. In fact, we'd even go as far to say that we'd recommend this over the N96 , unless you need the larger 2.8-inch screen and DVB-H connectivity from the latter. If you are in the market for a stylish, feature-packed yet pocketable device, the N85 should be on your list for consideration. Read more

  2. Nokia N85 Review

    Reviewer: PhoneArena.com
    11 November 2008
    Overall 8
    7.5
    Design 7
    7.0
    Sound quality 9
    8.5
     

    On the whole we are quite disappointed by the N85 due the total lack of new features. It’s not a bad phone, but there are no innovations compared to previous models. The OLED display is indeed good, unless it’s exposed to direct sunlight.  The poor video support means you won’t be able to watch high-quality clips or even movies. In all other aspects the N85 isn’t innovative, but it’s just fine – a smartphone with a nice browser, satisfying audio performance... Read more

  3. Nokia N85 Review

    Reviewer: Softpedia
    13 December 2008

    Sales Package One of the most acclaimed handset lineups, the Nseries from Nokia, got a new high-end device that strongly resembles the older Nokia N81. The fresh N85 kept the same slider form and keypad layout as its N81 predecessor, but this time, Nokia made an effort to get some stylish look into the handset. Also, the new Nseries device will be available on the market at a much lower price, even though it is stuffed with all the "goodies" of a usual high-end mobile... Read more

  4. Nokia N85

    Reviewer: ComputerShopper
    15 February 2009
    Overall 7
    7.2
     

    The N85 combines the best of Nokia's N-series models inside a compact, sturdy design. But at $492, this is a phone aimed at hardcore Nokia fans only. Read more

  5. Nokia N85 copper (unlocked)

    Reviewer: CNET
    26 January 2009
    Overall 7
    7.0
    Design 7
    7.0
    Features 8
    8.0
    Performance 6
    6.0
     

    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. Read more

  1. N*%

    Reviewer: Alvares, HandCellPhone
    2 February 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Great phone! has everything you need, TV output, Wifi... it has a great internet radio application saves you tons of time to pick a station. It now supports 16 GB card for memory. It just misses a select button for cut n paste that's on the N71 and N80. Read more

  2. Not much of a technological advancement from the N95, just sleeker and thinner.

    Reviewer: darkcloudv2, CNET
    1 February 2009
    Overall 7
    7.0
     

    Although a slim looking phone, the N85 looks rather unfresh and incomplete. The silver button located to the right of the keypad makes it look like it was unintentionally put there. There really isn't much of an improvement from the N95 but it feels slightly lighter and fits into your hand more comfortably. Read more

  3. Reviewer: hongyue, Rate it all!
    25 December 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Nokia N85 5 Nokia N85 is the latest and funkcionaliausias N series product. Funkcionaliausias, therefore, because it can be to enjoy the excellent N-Gage games, listening to music, use the navigational capabilities of the Nokia Maps application integrated GPS assistance, and to record the desired moment of life with 5.0 megapixel camera. As we know, this phone has Symbian OS 9.3 operating system based on the Nokia S60 user interface. All visual information is displayed... Read more

  4. "great phone, great price"

    Reviewer: CNET
    25 August 2009
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    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 Read more

  5. Reviewer: Epinions
    3 January 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This phone is a masterpiece made by nokia.The N-series always missed a gaming phone like Ngage and nobody could have asked for a better phone.It is a perfect multimedia phone to have and will satisfy every kind of user.The Oled screen that is installed ... Read more

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