Ovi and the Nokia 5800
Providing mobile phone customers with a way of expanding upon the basic functions of their handsets is becoming an essential facet which every manufacturer and network is now beginning to provide. Nokia launched its Ovi Store and various associated services last year and since then the brand identity and popularity has grown significantly, helped by the large user base which uses Nokia technology and the continued support that the manufacturer is giving to the service. The Nokia 5800 Xpress Music is one of the smartphones which offers connectivity to the Ovi Store and if you are an existing 5800 owner, or are thinking about picking up this popular touch screen mobile, then the Ovi Store access will allow you to keep the phone feeling refreshed and functional even after months of ownership.
The Nokia 5800 Ovi Store access is provided from the main menu, although you can place a shortcut to the service on the homescreen if you become a frequent visitor. You can either use a 3G connection to access the store and download applications, but most people will be able to cut data costs and make use of a Wi-Fi network in their home or whilst out and about. Wi-Fi connectivity is built into the 5800 and the download speeds and connection stability will usually be much better when compared to a 3G network, which can also suffer from patchy coverage.
On your first visit to the Nokia 5800 Ovi Store you will be able to browse through all of the applications and content on offer, however, before you can download anything it is necessary to set up an account with Nokia. There is no need to hand over any payment details at this stage, although that could come later if you want to start purchasing the paid-for applications. The Nokia 5800 Ovi Store will come with a selection of recommended and popular games and applications from its main menu and during festive periods those apps which have a relevant theme are usually privileged, which makes it easier to find something suitable for any celebratory occasion. There is also a good rating system, which allows you and other Ovi Store users to upload their thoughts and feelings about a particular application and you can quickly see the general consensus about anything with a simple visual scoring scheme, ranking everything out of three stars.
Some of the apps on the Nokia 5800 Ovi store are free for anyone to download, whilst others are available for a variety of fees. Some are aimed at improving the functionality of your phone, whilst others are just there to keep you occupied and smiling. You can store all of the apps on your 5800’s internal memory, or onto a microSD memory card if you are running out of space.
The Nokia 5800 Ovi services extend beyond gaming and productivity apps, as you can also use the service to download music and video content direct to your mobile phone. There is a good selection of audio and video to choose from and if you are a film buff you will love the access to exclusive trailers for the latest releases. As well as movie trailers, the Ovi Store hosts a wide variety of Podcasts. If you were not sure, a Podcast is a digital broadcast, usually a little like a radio show, but with the benefits of being downloadable and usable whenever you are ready to listen. Popular podcasts include walking tours around some of the UK’s historic cities and the library of files is always being expanded with new content as it is released.
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