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Nokia N95 review

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The Nokia N95 currently has an Informr score of 7.9 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 637 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Symbian
Operating system
Operating system
Symbian
332 MHz
Processor
Processor
332 MHz
2.6"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.6"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
950 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Wired
Wired

The N95 is one of the most feature-packed phones money can buy. Its biggest asset is a 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics for taking the sharpest, most vivid pics you'll get from a phone (though autofocus is quite slow). Also notable is the Transformer-esque two-way slider design — a ke...

- Evan Shamoon, Wired
Wired
Wired

 Nobody was more psyched about the N95 than I was. After all, this was to be the phone to end all phones: A 5-megapixel camera with auto focus and Zeiss optics, Wi-Fi, HSDPA, a swank dual-direction slide, and friggin' GPS! Then I finally got one, waved bon voyage to the old Joe Brown and set of...

- Joe Brown, Wired
GSMArena
GSMArena

Till today I have never had the courage to name any phone like the best one on the market with clear conscience. But Nokia N95 does deserve this label. It has no adequate competitors on the current mobile market: it is extremely rich in functions, has a comfortable and detailed user interface with p...

- David Polesný, GSMArena
TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews

The N95 is certainly packed with features, but more isn’t necessarily better. The phone is large, its software seemed to run a bit slow at times, the build quality is not that good, battery life is poor and the GPS antenna was not as efficient as some. On contract it might be attractive, but S...

- Sandra Vogel , TrustedReviews
Cnet
Cnet

The hardware feels a bit cheap, and the sliding mechanism could be more secure. It's also very expensive.

- Bonnie Cha, Cnet
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Nokia backs up the N95 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your N95 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Nokia support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Nokia's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
2.6"

The Nokia N95's screen size is 2.6 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
332 MHz

There is a ARM 11 332 MHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
5+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
160 MB

Internal memory is 160 MB. An external, MicroSD expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
950mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 950 mAh battery. Nokia's performance ratings are 6.5 days standby time.

Nokia N95 Specs

Overview
Release Date February 26, 2007
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor ARM 11 332 MHz
Internal Storage 160 MB
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.58 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Headset, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB
USB OTG Support
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, BPP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 5+ Megapixels
Zoom
 20x digital
Flash
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Effects, Frames, Multi-shot, Self-timer, White balance
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, RealVideo
Video Recording Parameters
 VGA (640 x 480 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.6 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 950 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 6.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors Brown with silver accents
Dimensions [H x W x D] 9.9 x 5.3 x 2.1 cm (3.9 x 2.1 x 0.8 in)
Weight 120 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack Other / proprietary
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: T9
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, RealVideo
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Radio: Yes
Games: Downloadable
Apps: -
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Timer, Calculator, Currency Converter, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA):

Features: Universal Plug and Play option, Visual Radio, camera is powered by Carl Zeiss optics and Tessar lens, Voice over Internet Protocol support
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