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"kickstand!!" on by gbyers72
Pros: Kickstand!!
Cons: None really
Summary: Kickstand!!
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"Outstanding" on by blfromaz
Pros: Everything you could want, full internet and phone
Cons: slightly bulky
Summary: I have had this phone for 7 months now and can unequivocally state that I am 100% satisfied. There is virtually nothing that this phone can't or won't do. While I live in the U.S., I travel extensively and therefor need a phone in which I can can place different sim cards. I have used this phone in a dozen different countries with no problems. The ability to browse the web (just like my laptop) makes this phone indispensable. Geo-tagging a 5MP picture taken directly from the embedded camera has been a great resource as well. And if you happen to run into something that you want to do but cannot be found within the phone, you can easily download an app due to it being open source.
Truly a great phone. I honestly don't see what anyone could complain about other than the size. -
"NEVER buy n900" on by avasthy
Pros: Fast processor, good memory (32 GB), powerful machine
Cons: Very complex, non-intuitive, weak battery, software unavailability from trusted resources (everything is software driven, so you need all). step motherly treatment from Nokia.
Summary: Despite some exceptional reviews written across domains, n900 is a pathetic machine from an overall perspective. Technically, it's very good in terms of a fast processor, 32GB RAM etc, but realistically, because it uses MAEMO Operating System (All other Nokia phones are on Nokia owned Symbian Operating System), and due to the fact that everything on this device is run by software, issue is that for most things software are NOT available from a trusted resource!
Consider this:
1. You CANNOT use "Push eMail" service on n900 (can use it for any other Nokia device and configure up to 10 accounts for free);
2. You CANNOT use Voice navigation system (voice guidance for turn-by-turn navigation across the globe) - Nokia is currently offering it for all other devices for free; though a limited version of OVI maps can be used;
3. Though FM radio is a built in feature, you will have to struggle to download a software from an untrustworthy source - then you realise that the radio "hangs" every 10-15 minutes requiring you to reboot the device;
4. Theoretically there are many applications (over 300) available at Maemo.org and maemo.Nokia.com but nearly all are NOT the tested ones, so you are prone to hacking etc of your device;
5. Skype plug-in is available for most Nokia devices (meaning that you can make Internet calls using WiFi or 3g), but though Skype's website claims that n900 has Skype integrated in it, you will find that firmware version 10.2010.19-1.004 with which this devise sells in India does NOT have it - call Nokia Customer care at 30303838 in your city and you will find that they will confirm that there is a "SMALL' bug so you will have to wait till next update;
6. Finally (not the least of course), here is an extract from nokia-asia . com (http://www.nokia-asia.com/support/product-support/nokia-n900/faq#08) reproduced as such:
"Why does the N900 not offer Navigation?
Unfortunately, the current version of Maemo, the software that powers the N900, does not support navigation. With Maemo 5 we prioritized development of those areas that we felt would be the most important for the target audience of this device. This means that Maemo does not yet feature support for the full range of services that our other Symbian-powered Nseries devices might have. However, naturally, we?ll be working to increase support for all Nokia services, including navigation, as we go forward with Maemo."
Straight from Horse's mouth, it clearly means that there is a long road ahead for users of this device and till then, they will be treated as step children!
To sum up, this device is like Linux Operating System (incidentally this is supported by Linux based Maemo OS) - while all of us know that other dominant Operating System is pathetic to use and Linux is great, still we continue to use the other one simply because there is no support for Linux! Simply because this device is almost completely software governed and Nokia does NOT appear serious about developing stuff for this, the potential of this device is just NOT realised and it's nothing but a piece of junk - it's like a cute body with a soul!
I have decided to discard this device and I seriously repent going for this....
This is so complex to use that Nokia India is organising calls to customers (I got one within 12 hours of buying the device from a Noida number +91-120-4667100) to organise a doorstep demo. However, no one ever turned up for that ever!
Also, Nokia Care centres are completely ill-trained to handle this device and so are the Nokia Customer Care professionals available on email or call at 30303838.
GUYS: spend money on anything else but NOT on this piece of junk....this is Nokia's step-child and they are really mistreating this otherwise high-potential device...
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"All round product" on by kevtech_
Pros: It has everything you need for everything. It may not be the easiest to use at times but when it works it works fast. The Multi-tasking is amazing in this phone and the amount memory on this phone thats available makes the experience worry free.
Cons: kinda bulky but it can also be a pro because of the solid feel it has.
Summary: I've read a lot of reviews for this phone but they say bad things because the phone was still in the early stages, so there weren't as many options as right now. So don't believe them when they say the ovi store isn't up yet or the front camera is useless, because all the firmware up dates and apps available for this phone just makes everything better. Also the ovi store is open. This phone is unique in so many ways. You can customize pretty much everything if you have the chops for it and its Linux processor. I've used this phone as a remote for both my TV and my PS3 (its amazing I know). some say they recommend this for everyone meaning it appeals to a special group of people(nerds). But I say nay, it meets the needs of the majority and is capable of more. This phone is clearly under rated and if given the chance, could be a true iphone killer.
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"The Way an OS should Operate!" on by Marklive
Pros: The Nokia n900's interface is in fact extrondinary, it has features that boast both quality and speed with the n900 600mhz processing speed. It is a device that has to grow on you. It has great speed, smart OS, and better customization support.
Cons: Also not the avergae person can pick up an n900, that is probably the only flaw' that it is not very user friendly. The OVI store from nokia lacks the application support for the device.
Summary: The nokia n900 is a great phone. Although the user interface takes some getting use to and the lack of nokia app support. It has the best Web Browser of any phone in EXISTENCE! It is also very speedy and leaves more room for your own personalization and 3rd party development.
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