Nokia 6210 Navigator - Helping You Find Your Way…
Don’t be fooled into thinking this review is about an old, old Nokia from back in the year 2000.
Yes, the 6210 was an incredibly popular phone, especially with the business user.
However, Nokia (who are not averse to recycling model numbers) have now launched the 6210 Navigator. A handset far removed from the 6210. The 6210 Navigator is a sliding handset, with full colour screen and built in GPS.
Available in glossy red or black the handset sits comfortably in your hand and the design and quality of finish are eye catching.
Using Nokia Maps application the users receives 6 months free GPS navigation, so unlike stand-alone sat nav systems you have to face an ongoing cost. However, the upside is convenience, and downloading maps in the future will be free so no upgrading charge.
The overhead maps are decent enough, and appear well on the large screen. There is a handy compass which works particularly well in pedestrian mode.
The camera is a decent 3.2MP with LED flash and VGA resolution video capture.
There is built in FM radio and other multi media functions, thanks to the fact it is another Nokia which uses Symbian operating system Series 60.
If you like surfing the net or using your handset to email you will not be disappointed as the phone supports HSDPA speeds up to 3.6Mbps. As an S60 phone you can push email, run business applications and add excellent games.
All in all the new 6210 Navigator is more than a GPS phone. It has a wealth of features and is sure to prove a popular purchase in the coming months.
One to consider!
Considering Sat Nav
Why not consider using your mobile instead?
Mobiles with built in GPS are becoming more widely available, but what if your handset isn’t one of them? You may be considering purchasing a separate Sat Nav system, like TomTom or Garmin. However, your mobile can offer you an alternative thanks to developments in the latest mapping software.
So what are the options?
Google Maps
Currently the most common mapping solution
Pre installed on many Sony Ericsson, Apple iPhone handsets.
Can be downloaded for free
Works on triangulation
Provides 2D maps or satellite views
Provides turn-by-turn driving directions (although not currently by voice)
Uses local Google search engine to find places of interest i.e. enter the word McDonalds and it will direct you to their nearest branch.
From your handset visit m.google.com/maps
From your PC visit www.google.com/gmm
MyMultimap Mobile
Works on triangulation.
User sends text (25p) to MyMultimap and you receive map of your area.
If triangulation is unavailable you can text postcode instead.
Each new map costs 25p.
Users can search for a map on their PC first before sending it to their phone.
Visit www.multimap.co.uk
Yell.com Mobile Maps
Free to download (although data charges will apply).
Users can locate any UK address before planning both walking and riving routes.
Includes auto-complete which suggests destinations as you are typing.
Map is presented in 2D format and you can zoom in close enough to see the outline of specific buildings.
Download at www.yellmobile.com
Nokia Maps
GPS is crucial to Nokia’s high-end handsets and they consequently have an impressive mapping solution.
Maps 2.0 includes users interface, which can be changed from Birds-Eye to arrow, to standard navigation view.
Multiple stops can be planned.
Public transport facilities are highlighted i.e. station entrances, stops etc.
“One-box” search provides a fast location service of restaurants, bars, hotels etc.
Nokia maps has maps for over 200 countries.
Download at www.maps.nokia.com