Nokia N96 Cell Phone Review - Connectivity
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Marianne Schultz Published on March 16, 2009 Comment on this |
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| The N96 offers high-speed data network connectivity with its 3G radio, though the U.S. version will be limited outside of the U.S. where 3G networks are operated in different frequencies. Bluetooth support is robust with a good number of profiles available, including the coveted A2DP profile for stereo Bluetooth headphones. | |
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Cellular Bands (8.0)
The N96 we received is a quad-band GSM device that operates on the 850, 900, 1800, and 1900 MHz frequencies, allowing it to operate on GSM carriers in the U.S. and around the world. The N96 is sold unlocked in the U.S., meaning that it is not tied to a specific carrier and that it will accept the SIM card of any GSM that operates on one of these frequencies. This offers a great deal of flexibility, since you're not required to sign a 2-year contract when you buy one and you can buy and use a local SIM card, which usually nets you far better rates than roaming globally on a U.S.-based carrier, when you travel abroad.
Data Support Score (7.0)
The N96 we received is a 3G device that can operate on UMTS and HSPDA networks on the 850 and 1900 MHz frequencies, making it compatible with AT&T's 3G network in the U.S. When a 3G connection is not available, it can connect to an available EDGE or GPRS data network.
Bluetooth (9.5)
The N96 has a Bluetooth radio that operates under the 2.0 + EDR specification. We found it easy to pair the N96 with computers for file exchange, syncing, and using it as a modem. The N96 includes the following Bluetooth profiles: A2DP, Dial Up Networking, Object Push, File Transfer, Hands Free, Headset, Basic Imaging, Remote SIM Access, Device Identification, and Phone Book Access.
Wi-Fi (7.0)
The N96 has a Wi-Fi radio operating under the 802.11 b and g standards that also offers UPnP, Universal Plug and Play, support to make it easy to share multimedia over a network between devices.
Infrared (0.0)
The N96 does not have an infrared port. This is not surprising since infrared is an older transmission technology that is included in cell phones less and less as time progresses.
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