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Nokia E66 vs Nokia E71

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NokiaE66NokiaE71
Overview
Released20082008
Display
Screen size2.4″2.36″
Resolution320 × 240320 × 240
Sharpness167 pixels per inch169 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Display type2.4-inch 320 × 240 LCD with up to 16 million colours in the maker datasheet; TFT identified in GSMArena's production test. The physical screen is portrait-oriented; resolution is stored long side first for comparison.2.36-inch QVGA LCD, 320 × 240 pixels and up to 16 million colours; non-touchscreen. Panel technology confirmed by the full production reviews, not explicitly stated in the maker launch sheet.
Display featuresAmbient light sensor and accelerometer-driven portrait/landscape rotation; non-touchscreen–
Performance
ChipARM11 369 MHz (GSMArena)ARM11 369 MHz (GSMArena)
Memory128 MB128 MB
Storage110 MB110 MB
CPU369 MHz ARM11 processor identified by GSMArena's exact-model production review369 MHz ARM11 processor from GSMArena's full production review.
Memory128 MB installed SDRAM from GSMArena, distinct from free application memory. Maker publishes up to 110 MB internal user memory; the configuration records that user-accessible capacity.128 MB installed SDRAM from GSMArena; distinct from free application memory. Maker specifies up to 110 MB internal user storage; GSMArena's 120 MB wording differs, so the maker figure is retained.
Storage typemicroSD expansion up to 8 GB in the maker launch sheet; optional card capacity is not built-in storageHot-swappable microSD up to 8 GB in the maker launch specification; optional card capacity is not built-in storage.
Cameras
Main camera3.2 MP3.2 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Telephoto cameraNoneNone
Optical zoomNoneNone
Main camera3.2 MP autofocus camera with LED flash; maker gives up to 2048 × 1536 still pixels3.2 MP autofocus camera with LED flash; maker gives up to 2048 × 1536 still pixels.
Front cameraFront camera for video calls confirmed by maker; no sensor megapixel figure inferredFront camera for video calls confirmed by maker; no sensor megapixel figure inferred.
Video recordingMaker specifies QVGA video; GSMArena's production test records 320 × 240 at 15 fpsMaker specifies QVGA video. GSMArena tested 320 × 240 recording at 15 fps; frame rate is review evidence, not an additional maker claim.
Camera featuresDedicated shutter key; scene, white-balance, exposure, self-timer and sequence controls in GSMArena's production test. Its tested software does not geotag photos.Press the T key to focus before taking a photograph with the scroll key; image sequence, scene, white-balance and exposure controls in the exact owner guide.
Battery and charging
Battery1,000 mAh1,500 mAh
Wireless chargingNoneNone
Battery life detailRemovable BL-4U 1000 mAh Li-Ion. Maker maxima are 7.5 hours GSM or 3.5 hours WCDMA talk, and 11 days GSM or 14 days WCDMA standby. These are network operating conditions, not video-playback claims. GSMArena's stationary GPS/display-on test lasts six hours.User-replaceable BP-4L 1500 mAh Li-Po. Maker maxima are 10.5 hours GSM or 4.5 hours WCDMA talk, and 17 days GSM or 20 days WCDMA standby. These are different operating conditions, not video-playback claims. Trusted Reviews' 1530 mAh wording differs from the maker's 1500 mAh.
Wired chargingSeparate charging connector; compatible Nokia charger. No charging wattage published in the maker datasheet; micro-USB data support does not establish USB charging.Separate charger connector; exact guide describes a compatible wall charger and optional CA-44 adaptor for older compatible Nokia chargers. No USB charging in Trusted Reviews' production test; no charging wattage published in these maker sources.
Design
TypeStandardStandard
Weight121 g126 g
Thickness13 mm10 mm
Height × width107 × 49 mm114 × 57 mm
Weight detailMaker launch sheet rounds size to 107 × 49 × 13 mm and gives 121 g. GSMArena measures/lists 107.5 × 49.5 × 13.6 mm; that greater precision is review evidence, not a silently substituted maker claim.Maker gives 126 g and 114 × 57 × 10 mm; GSMArena's 127 g wording differs.
MaterialsStainless-steel rear cover and slider body; numeric keypad slides out below the display. This is a mechanical slider, not a folding or flexible-display phone.Stainless-steel body with patterned metal rear cover.
ColoursGrey Steel and White Steel in original maker launch sheet; regional availability variesGrey Steel and White Steel in original maker launch specification; regional availability varies.
ButtonsNumeric keypad, navigation control and one-touch Home, Calendar, Contacts and Email keys; dedicated shutter and side volume controlsPhysical QWERTY keyboard, navigation/scroll key, call/end controls and one-touch Home, Calendar, Contacts and Email keys.
SensorsAccelerometer and ambient light sensor–
SpeakersBuilt-in loudspeaker and FM/Visual Radio; GSMArena reports no RDS. Compatible wired headset serves as radio antenna.Built-in speaker and FM/Visual Radio; production review reports no RDS. Compatible wired headset serves as radio antenna.
Software
Operating systemSymbianSymbian
Software at launchSymbian OS 9.2, S60 Third Edition Feature Pack 1, identified by GSMArena's production reviewSymbian OS 9.2, S60 Third Edition Feature Pack 1, identified by GSMArena's production review.
Software featuresBusiness/personal home-screen profiles; Mail for Exchange, Nokia Intellisync and POP/IMAP email. PDF reader, ZIP manager and office-document viewing; editing required a Quickoffice upgrade in GSMArena's test, whereas TechRadar describes document creation. Exact tested software/upgrade status differs between reports. Historical online services may no longer operate.Two personal/business home-screen profiles; Mail for Exchange, Nokia Intellisync, POP/IMAP, mobile VPN and phone/card encryption. Exact guide describes Quickword, Quicksheet, Quickpoint, PDF reader and ZIP manager. Both production reviews tested included document editing; Office 2007 support required an upgrade. Historical apps and online services may no longer be available.
Release detailAnnounced 16 June 2008 alongside E71, with July shipments forecast. Nokia's 2008 annual report confirms actual E66 shipments during that year; earliest worldwide retail month remains unresolved. No speculative E65 predecessor relation added while that model is absent.Announced 16 June 2008 with July shipments planned; launch sheet instead states planned Q3 introduction. Maker's July interim report says E71 had already begun shipping during the second quarter. Factory shipment is not proof of first retail sale; only confirmed 2008 year precision retained because worldwide first-sale month remains unresolved. No direct predecessor inferred from shared family or review wording.
In the boxGSMArena's tested package contains a compact charger, 2.5 mm headset, leather case and 2 GB microSD card with maps; regional contents may differ–
Connectivity
Mobile networkQuad-band GSM/EGSM 850/900/1800/1900; separate WCDMA 900/2100, 850/2100 and 850/1900 variants, not one five-band handset. HSDPA up to 3.6 Mbps; WCDMA up to 384 kbps down/up. No LTE.Quad-band GSM/EGSM 850/900/1800/1900. Maker lists separate WCDMA 850/2100, 900/2100 and 850/1900 variants, not one five-band model. HSDPA up to 3.6 Mbps; WCDMA upload/download up to 384 kbps. No LTE.
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11b/gIEEE 802.11g from maker launch sheet.
BluetoothBluetooth 2.0 with EDR and A2DP stereo audioBluetooth 2.0 with EDR and A2DP stereo audio.
USBMicro-USB and infrared; separate 2.5 mm AV/headset connector. GSMArena describes USB 2.0 compatibility; no Hi-Speed rate inferred from that label.Maker specifies Full-Speed USB and infrared; production review confirms micro-USB connector. USB 2.0 compatibility does not establish Hi-Speed transfer. Separate 2.5 mm AV/headset connector.
PositioningBuilt-in GPS with assisted GPS and Nokia Maps; original reviews describe temporary/subscription-based voice guidance. Historical online map services are not promised available today.Internal GPS with assisted GPS and Nokia Maps. Original production reviews describe licensed voice guidance rather than permanent free navigation. Historical services are not promised available today.

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