Nokia 110, Nokia 111 and Nokia 113 receive (3.47) firmware update

Nokia is rolling out a new version 3.47 firmware update for the Nokia 110, Nokia 111, Nokia 113 and Nokia 114 feature phones. The new software brings updated apps, video streaming support, improved audio quality for Bluetooth headsets and more.

Simply head to Menu > Settings > Phone > Device updates and select 'downl. phone sw' to get started

Nokia Asha 302 receives new software update

The Nokia Asha 302 has received a new firmware update which brings the 15.09 software version with updated apps, improved stability along with features and improvements to the device.

You can check which version of the software you have on your device by typing in *#0000# on the home screen, then head over to Device Manager and select Options > Check for updates and follow the onscreen prompts. You can also install the update using the latest version of Nokia Suite. Make sure you have your data backed up before updating your device.

[S40 app] Draw Something now available for Nokia Asha devices

Draw Something from Zynga is now available for Nokia Asha full touch devices through the Nokia Store. Draw Something for S40 is a popular social drawing and guessing game which you can enjoy with your friends.

You can download the game directly on your device through the Nokia Store or by using the link which follows:

Viber now also available for PC and Mac

Viber is a cross platform messaging client which uses the voice over IP protocol. Users can exchange text messages, images, video and audio using the messaging application between various smartphone platforms and as of now even between desktop platforms.

You can download the app directly on your device through their respective stores or by using the links which follow:

Nokia Asha 310 - Video Review

The Nokia Asha 310 is a feature phone which has a 3.0 inch WQVGA touch display, a 2 megapixel camera, dual-SIM capability, Bluetooth 3.0 and Wi-Fi connectivity. The device features an ergonomic design and rich build quality which is impressive for its $100 off-contract price.

The Nokia Asha 310 offers Easy Swap Dual SIM functionality for those who need it and you can easily swap between your work or personal SIM cards without having to switch off your device.

Unless you are tempted away for some of the Android offerings in the market, the Asha 310 is a feature phone which is worth your attention

Nokia Asha 210 announced with full QWERTY

The Nokia Asha 210 has been officially announced with a QWERTY keyboard and an array of colors to choose from. The device is part of Nokia's Asha series which runs Series 40 and afford an affordable solution to users looking to join to Nokia family.

The device features a 2.4 inch display with a 240 by 320 pixel resolution, a 2 megapixel rear camera with a dedicated key, 64MB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD and a 1200mAh battery which can last up to 46 days with a single SIM or up to 24 days with the dual-SIM.

[S40 app] WhatsApp updated (2.4.18)

The WhatsApp Messenger for the Nokia Series 40 platform has been updated to version 2.4.18 which presumably brings some bug fixes and performance improvements. WhatsApp Messenger is a cross-platform smartphone messaging app which allows you to exchange messaging with your contacts without having to pay for SMS, by utilizing the existing smartphone data connection (or Wi-Fi when available).

You can download the update for your compatible device using the following link:

[S40 app] Nokia Transit (Beta)

A beta version of Nokia Transit has been released for Nokia S40 devices through Nokia BetaLabs. Nokia Transit for S40 helps users navigate in cities using available public transportation. You can search for public transport stations/stops, address or places of Interest. The app even helps you find the best route to get to the place you want to go.
If you want to try out Nokia Transit on your S40 device, you can download the app through the Nokia BetaLabs website or by following the link below.

Nokia Asha 308 and Nokia Asha 309 receive 7.55 firmware update

The Nokia Asha 308 (RM-838 & RM-852) and the Nokia Asha 309 (RM-843 & 844) are receiving the 7.55 firmware update. The improved firmware brings updated apps, better stability, improved features and enhanced performance to both devices. The update is being offered FOTA and through the Nokia Suite.

[S40 app] SoundTracker beta updated (2.6.1)

The SoundTraker Internet Radio app for Nokia Series 40 devices has been updated to version 2.6.1 beta. The latest version has now been optimized for lower bandwidth with AAC+ playback option. Soundtracker for S40 gives you free and easy access to more than 10 million songs, plus tons of social and location based features to help you discover and share music that you can find anywhere else.

You can download the latest beta by visiting the Nokia Beta Labs  or by using the link which follows:

[S40 app] WhatsApp updated (2.4.12)

The WhatsApp Messenger for the S40 platform has been updated to version 2.4.12 which presumably brings some bug fixes and performance improvements. WhatsApp Messenger is a cross-platform smartphone messaging app which allows you to exchange messaging with your contacts without having to pay for SMS, by utilizing the existing smartphone data connection (or Wi-Fi when available).

You can download the update for your compatible device using the following link:

Nokia 301 - Hands On Video

The Nokia 301 is a new feature phone which runs Series 40 which borrows some design cues from the Lumia smartphones. The device features a 2.4 inch display, 256 MB of storage which can be expanded through microSD, FM radio and a 3.2 megapixel camera.

One of the best features it has to offer is its camera which offers support for features like voice-guided self-portraits and other neat tweaks. You can also take photos in a quick sequence with burst mode and even compose panoramic shots. While these features aren't in par with smartphones it is still above the traditional experience offered on feature phones.

The other features of the Nokia 301 include 3G HSPA connectivity,  a wide array of color choices and a fairly solid battery life. You are also presented with apps like YouTube, Facebook and Twitter which should take care of most of your social needs.

Nokia Asha 309 - Video Review

The Nokia Asha 309 is an affordable feature phone which has a 3 inch touch screen, a 2 megapixel camera, Bluetooth and microSD storage. The device costs between $105 – $110 which makes it quite affordable. But with low end smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy Pocket costing around the same, we don’t see why a user would settle for a feature phone like the Asha 309.

Nokia’s issue here is that Windows Phones cannot achieve the same low prices as Android devices and the Asha series continues its struggle to keep their feature phone lineup alive.

If you select Nokia’s S40 running Asha 309, you will have to settle for using java apps and do without social sharing options we are all quite used to. But Nokia’s brand name is sometimes enough to keep it going and we hope they have a long term plan to reach out to this price range.

Nokia Asha 205 - Hands on video

The Nokia Asha 205 is a feature phone which has a 2.4 inch display, up to 32GB of microSD storage, Stereo FM radio and a VGA camera. The device comes in a single and dual SIM model and feature Nokia’s new ‘SLAM’ sharing technology, which allows users to share multimedia content like photos and videos with nearby friends almost instantly using Bluetooth.

Watch the hands on with the Nokia Asha 205 below

Nokia 206 - Hands on video

The Nokia 206 is a feature phone which has a 2.4 inch display, up to 32GB microSD storage, FM radio and a 1.3 megapixel camera capable of video capture. The device comes in a single and dual SIM model and feature Nokia’s new ‘SLAM’ sharing technology, which allows users to share multimedia content like photos and videos with nearby friends almost instantly using Bluetooth.

Watch the hands on with the Nokia 206 below

Nokia Asha 311 - Video Review

The Nokia Asha 311 is an affordable non smartphone which attempts to compete with low end Android devices. The device which runs Series 40 features a 3 inch touch display, Wi-Fi connectivity, a 3.2 megapixel camera, microSD storage and is powered by a 1GHz processor.

Would you consider purchasing this device or would you prefer opting for a cheaper smartphone from a competitor? The following video review may help with your decision.

[S40 app] Viber

Viber is a messaging and VoIP service similar to Skype and WhatsApp and it is now available for Symbian and S40 devices unfortunately minus the VoIP calling features.

You can download the app directly on your device through the Nokia Store or using the link which follows:

Nokia MWC 2012 Overview

Nokia had a nice lineup of devices for this years Mobile World Congress. The lineup included the Nokia 808 PureView, the company's first Windows Phone Tango device - the Nokia Lumia 610, The international variant of the Nokia Lumia 900,  and three new feature phones in the Asha series.

Nokia Asha 302 - Video Review

The Nokia Asha 302 features a 2.4 inch touch-screen display, QWERTY keyboard, 3.2 megapixel camera, microSD and is powered by a 1GHz processor.

Check out the following video review of the Nokia Asha 302

Nokia Asha 200 - Video Review

The Nokia Asha 200 features a 2.4 inch touch display, 2 megapixel camera, microSD storage, 3G connectivity, Bluetooth, FM Radio and a full QWERTY keyboard.

Check out the following video review of the Nokia Asha 200