How to download ovi store apps and games to your PC!

To install apps, games and other files of personalization like themes, ringtones,wallpapers etc to your device, we need to have the Nokia Suite installed and connected to our device, this a cumbersome process, but there is a trick with which we can download apps and games from the ovi store directly to our PC. With this, you can now directly download the files to your PC and then shift it your device for installation.

You should know that Ovi store apps and games can directly downloaded via your mobile device with the help of 3G or WiFi connectivity.

Here are some steps to follow

1. Go to ovi store webpage http://store.ovi.com. 
2. Log into your Nokia account, if don't have one, you can register, its free of course.
3. Select the app or game you want to install. For example, i have selected Fruit Ninja lite game. Now in your browser you can see the link as http://store.ovi.com/content/104353
4. Now re-write the link as http://store.ovi.com/content/104353/download and click Enter on your keyboard, You can download the sis file to your PC

Please note you need a Nokia account to download any files off the ovi store, via PC or mobile phone.

More Missing Links in the N9

You might have read my previous rant about the N9 Missing links. Here are some more....

The Nokia N9 is missing a HDMI slot unlike the premium phones like the N8 and the E7. Its not that people use HDMI port much but still is a nice feature.

The N9 also has a micro Sim slot instead of a normal Sim slot, though you can get the micro Sim from your Network Carrier, though it is not readily available at most places.

Another important thing is the lack of dedicated apps on the Ovi store. Nokia has to work on this area to match Apple's App store and Android app market.

The Nokia N9: The Missing Links - USB on the Go.

The Nokia N9 comes in 16 GB and 64GB versions, although the 16 GB space is more than adequate for storage, like personal data and music, video collections. The 64 GB version is really a good upgrade in storage space.

One surprising omission is the USB on-the-go which helps you to transfer files between the USB drive and Devices. This feature is enabled in phones like N8 and E7.

Look in the picture below!



And moreover the USB connector (not a part of the N9 package) doesn't fit in the slot of the N9, I suspect that Nokia has done this in purpose to avoid functionality issues.



I felt Nokia should have added this feature too!

Belle Update

 The long awaited belle update for the N8, E7, C7, C6-01, X7, E6, Oro Nokia devices was released yesterday.

Nokia has provided everyone with details on How to update your device in the link below.

 http://europe.nokia.com/find-products/nokia-belle-update/nokia-belle-update-faq

Just follow the procedure and your device will have a smooth transition to the Nokia Belle firmware.

Some tips to follow

The Nokia Suite will download the update which a massive 303MB , so its a must that you have fast Internet connection otherwise, your update might take ages to download.

Once the update is downloaded, the Nokia Suite transfers the update to your device, the update for me very fast, under 4 minutes.

The belle OS is a such fresh outlook to your old device firmware, hope you enjoy the update.




Above is a Nokia E7 running on Belle.

N9 Tutorial : Using external File Manager

The N9 doesn't have a in built File manager which kind of odd, when it comes to feature rich phones. But its not a problem as there free app from the ovi store which helps you manages your files and more.


The app is called Filebox, an interesting name.

Go to this link below from the ovi store from your Nokia N9 via ovi store application which comes pre-loaded on your phone and install the app.



http://store.ovi.com/content/204982

Once installed you can see on your home-screen. Click on it, you will see how it looks below.

How to use your Nokia N9 as a Flash Torch!

You can use the dual LED Flash of the N9 as a torch, its very useful in low or bad light conditions.

Although, I have not seen an in-built feature in phone to enable the flash but there is a useful app called PhoneTorch for the N9.

It is a very simple app and available on the ovi store and moreover its free.

Install the app and when you start it, you get the following screen with a Light Bulb.



Tap on the screen and light bulb glows on the screen, at the same time, the flash fires off and use it as a flash torch



Below, see the N9 Torch in action



Get it from the ovi store here

http://store.ovi.com/content/195583

Nokia N9 Review - Camera Test!

The Nokia N9 has a 8 megapixel camera, which we are going to review today.

Firstly, I am going you show you some screenshots of the Camera application and its settings. The N9 detects landscape orientation also.

Now, I am going take a picture of a object ( N82 )

Below is the Landscape screenshot! You can see details on the Left and Right Side of the screenshot, it tells you what selections have made and also the Mode of the Camera : Picture or video mode.

Also there is link to the Gallery Collections

As your going to see that, we are in Picture mode, we'll discuss the video mode later.

Below is a screenshot of the Image settings! You can select Scene and choose whether to keep Flash on/off.

Another screenshot of the settings, below! You choose White balance, Exposure, ISOlevels, aspect ratio and Resolution!

Funny thing is, N9 has 8 MP Camera but its Resolutions show 7MP as maximum! See Below

Finally, you can see the last setting! (See Below)

The GPS feature is Good Addition!

Thanks for the Read, will post more reviews and pictures soon!

Camera Test - Nokia N82 vs E7 vs N9 in Low-Light Conditions!

Well, this is my first Camera test, that I am posting here!

In Low-Light Conditions or rather Pitch Darkness in this case. I have taken 3 Phones upto this test, but all these devices are from a different OS and Different Camera Optics nonetheless, I will check the quality of these Pictures, Firstly I will name the 3 Phones

1. Nokia N82 - This is a Classic Smartphone from Nokia still going good, it has the xenon powered Camera with 5 Megapixel Camera.
   
   
2. Nokia E7 - My friend was Kind enough to lend me his QWERTY Monster, With its dual LED- Flash 8 Megapixel Snapper.
   
   
3. Nokia N9 - The Meego Powered 8 Megapixel Camera with dual LED Flash and Carl Ziess Optics.
   

Now I took a Single Picture from these Phones randomly in Pitch Darkness, it was actually my small mini-table is full of junk. See below




This was taken from the N82 (see above)



Above Picture from the E7



Last Picture From the N9!


VERDICT

Nokia N9 Specifications and Features

Take a look at the N9 Specifications and some Features of the Meego Powered Device.

• Size: 116.45 x 61.2 x 7.6-12.1 mm
• Weight (with battery): 135 g
• Volume: 76 cc
• Screen size: 3.9"
• 8 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics
• MeeGo for Nokia N9 (MeeGo 1.2 Harmattan)
• Internal memory: 16 GB or 64 GB
• AMOLED display
• RAM: 1 GB
• Capacitive touch screen
• HD quality video capture in 720p resolution at 30 fps
• Standby time (maximum): GSM 340 hours
• 3.5 mm AV connector
• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Micro SIM card

Above were some Specs and Features, Hope you liked them!