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Nokia N96
alaSCORE 93

779 reviews

November, 2009

78 / 100

183 Experts

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78 / 100

596 Users

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Review summary for the Nokia N96

alaTest has collected and analyzed 779 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the lcd. The connectivity also impresses, but many are less positive about the size.

Lcd, Connectivity, Sound, Reception

Size, Interface, Price, Keyboard

Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 78/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell Phones, the Nokia N96 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

September, 2009

alaSCORE 93

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Nokia N96 (unlocked)

The Nokia N96 features 16GB of storage and advanced multimedia features, including a 5-megapixel camera. The smartphone also has integrated Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and 3G support

The N96 froze on a couple of occasions and can sometimes be sluggish. Nokia's Ovi services aren't fully activated in North America, so you can't take advantage of those extra capabilities. It's also expensive

Though the Nokia N96 is a powerful all-in-one smartphone with an impressive amount of user storage, it's not a significant upgrade to the N95 and is outdone by new devices coming to market, including the Nokia N97.

Photo gallery: Nokia N96 The Nokia N96 caused quite a commotion when it first debuted at GSMA 2008 in February, but as with most of Nokia's high-end phones, it took a little while for the smartphone to make its way to the United States. Don't get...

December, 2008

Rating

67

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cnet.com
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Nokia N96 review

By Philip Berne

We check out the big daddy of Nokia's Nseries devices, the 16GB N96, now available with North American 3G support. Does it top our favorite smaller Ns? Find out in our Nokia N96 review.

Large screen. Good sound quality, for music as well as phone calls

Low battery life. Underpowered compared to less expensive Nseries alternatives

The interface on the Nokia N96 is pure Symbian S60, and new units will ship with the feature pack 2, which offers a few visual enhancements, but nothing significant. Symbian S60 is starting to wear on us as an OS, much like Windows XP wears on us. The ...

May, 2009

Rating

76

infosyncworld.com
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Nokia N96 Cell Phone Review - Manufacturer - Reviews - WirelessInfo.com - Cell Phone Reviews and Wireless Plan Ratings

By Marianne Schultz

The N96 is the current top-of-the line N-series offering from Nokia and it boasts smartphone capabilities combined with multimedia super powers. With 3G connectivity, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, aGPS, and 16GB of memory on board, it is certainly well ...

March, 2009

Rating

49

wirelessinfo.com
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Nokia N96

By Marianne Schultz

The N96 is Nokia's current top-of-the-line model in their N-series line-up. Soon to be outdone by the upcoming N97, the N96 still presents a very capable multimedia device with a 2.8-inch QVGA screen, 16GB of internal memory, a 5-megapixel camera with ...

The N96 is a 2-way slider, and when closed, the screen and its control buttons are what greet you. Slide the screen up and the number pad will be revealed below. Slide the screen down, and you'll see 4 multimedia control buttons at the top to control ...

March, 2009

No rating

washingtonpost.com
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Nokia N96 Unlocked GSM Cell Phone - 5 Megapixel Camera GPS Multimedia Player Black: N96 Unlocked GSM Cell Phone - 5 Megapixel Camera GPS Multimedia Player Black

By Ginny Mies

The Nokia N96 ($775, unlocked) caused a lot of international buzz when it debuted earlier this year. Finally, ten months later, a U.S. version has shipped, but it wasn't worth the long wait: Though this model has the same excellent multimedia and ...

5-megapixel camera Excellent multimedia features

Clunky, cheap build No touch screen or QWERTY keyboard

Nokia addresses that issue with the N96's already-announced successor, the N97, which has both features. And though a U.S. version of the N97 isn't currently available, I imagine we will see one at some point. The N96 offers a strong feature set, but ...

Finally, ten months later, a U.S. version has shipped, but it wasn't worth the long wait: Though this model has the same excellent multimedia and camera features as its predecessor, the Nokia N95, the N96 just doesn't stack up to the competition...

December, 2008

Rating

76

pcworld.com
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Nokia N96 (Unlocked) Smart Phone

Though the Nokia N96 cell phone offers an excellent feature set, you're better off waiting for the N97, when it becomes available in the U.S.

Excellent multimedia features ; 5-megapixel camera

No touch screen or QWERTY keyboard ; Clunky, cheap build

Nokia addresses that issue with the N96's already-announced successor, the N97, which has both features. And though a U.S. version of the N97 isn't currently available, I imagine we will see one at some point. The N96 offers a strong feature set, but ...

Would You Buy This?0Yes0No Nokia N96 Unlocked GSM Cell Phone - 5 Megapixel Camera GPS Multimedia Player Black Test ScoresOverall 0Before You BuyHow to Buy a CellphoneTop Cell PhonesTop Smart PhonesGot a Hot Tip? The N96 also has some nice audio...

December, 2008

No rating

pcworld.com
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Review: Nokia N96 smartphone review

By Russell Jefferies

While not a massive update from the original N95, the new Nokia N96 does give Nokia's old uber-phone a visual upgrade as well as adds the ability to store even more photos and songs. Learn more in our review.

At first I wasn't so keen on the Nokia N96, as the flat keypad leaves a lot to be desired, and the interface could be very slow at times.

Nokia's N96 has hit the shelves, set to take over from its highly successful predecessor, the N95. Physical AspectsLike its older brother, the Nokia N96 is certainly no featherweight. The N96 takes on Nokia's new look that seems to have spread...

November, 2008

Rating

60

mobileburn.com
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Nokia N96 review

By Dennis Hissink

The Nokia N96 comes in a sleek package. A picture of the phone is displayed on the top side, and the internal memory of 16GB is mentioned. Upon opening the box, you will find the N96 placed in a picture. When opening the picture, you will find a ...

November, 2008

No rating

photokina-show.com
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Nokia N96

A mighty feature set. Arguably the strongest of 2008.

A mighty feature set. Arguably the strongest of 2008.

It can be slow and the finish is a little disappointing.

The N96 is a tremendously well-endowed phone, excelling at video, but it does have its flaws

October, 2008

Rating

80

3g.co.uk

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