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Nokia N78 vs Nokia N85

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Overview
Released2008October 2008
Display
Screen size2.4″2.6″
Resolution320 × 240320 × 240
Sharpness167 pixels per inch154 pixels per inch
PanelLCDOLED
Display type2.4-inch QVGA display with up to 16 million colours. GSMArena’s exact-model specifications classify it as TFT LCD; no maker refresh-rate figure published.2.6-inch AMOLED, QVGA, up to 16 million colours; no maker refresh-rate or peak-brightness figure published in the launch sheet.
Performance
Chip–ARM11 369 MHz (GSMArena)
Storage70 MB78 MB
MemoryMaker launch sheet publishes up to 70 MB internal storage, not installed physical RAM. GSMArena reports 76 MB internal storage and 96 MB RAM on its tested unit; structured storage retains the maker figure and RAM is omitted pending maker evidence.Maker datasheet lists up to 74 MB internal dynamic memory and up to 78 MB internal NAND flash. Configs record the latter, not the included 8 GB removable card. Installed RAM is left unpublished; dynamic/free memory is not treated as installed RAM. GSMArena reports a different user-available figure, just under 85 MB.
Storage typeHot-swappable microSD slot. Launch sheet includes a 2 GB card; launch release mentions cards available up to 8 GB. Card capacity is separate from internal storage.microSD expansion; 8 GB microSD card supplied in the original maker launch package. No inferred maximum card size.
Cameras
Main camera3.2 MP5 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Telephoto cameraNoneNone
Optical zoomNoneNone
Main camera3.2 MP CMOS autofocus camera with Carl Zeiss Tessar optics, 2048 × 1536 images, single LED flash, 4.6 mm focal length and 10 cm to infinity focus range. No protective lens cover.5 MP autofocus Carl Zeiss Tessar lens, F2.8, 5.45 mm physical focal length and dual LED flash/video light. Maker sheet gives 2584 × 1938 capture; GSMArena production review gives 2592 × 1944. Exact disagreement retained.
Front cameraSecondary CIF camera for two-way WCDMA video calling; no megapixel figure inferred from the format name.Secondary front camera for video calls; GSMArena identifies CIF without an inferred megapixel count.
Video recordingVGA at up to 15 fps; VGA playback up to 30 fps is separate from capture.Main camera MPEG-4 VGA (640 × 480) at up to 30 fps, from maker launch datasheet.
Camera featuresGPS location tagging, scene modes, white balance, exposure compensation, self-timer, sequence shooting and composition grid. Later software and network-service availability vary.Sliding lens cover activates camera; location tagging, scene modes, white balance, ISO, exposure compensation, sharpness, contrast and colour effects. Two-stage capture button.
Battery and charging
Battery1,200 mAh1,200 mAh
Wireless chargingNoneNone
Battery life detailRemovable BL-6F, 1200 mAh. Launch claims up to 190 minutes WCDMA or 260 minutes GSM talk, 320 hours standby for either network, and 24 hours music playback. Actual endurance depends on network, settings and battery condition.Removable Nokia BL-5K, 1200 mAh. Launch maker maxima: 270 minutes 3G or 410 minutes GSM talk, 360 hours standby, 160 minutes video calls, seven hours QVGA/15fps video playback or 30 hours music in offline mode; different activities and conditions, not interchangeable endurance.
Wired chargingDedicated Nokia charging connector; supplied mains charger is separate from the micro-USB data cable.Micro-USB charging, confirmed by exact RM-333 guide. USB data transfer can continue while charging; no maker charging wattage inferred.
Design
TypeStandardStandard
Weight101.8 g128 g
Thickness15.1 mm16 mm
Height × width113 × 49 mm103 × 50 mm
ColoursAll About Symbian lists Pearl White, Cocoa Brown (spelt “coca brown” in the article) and Lagoon Blue rear variants. Black front face; recovered maker photos show different side/rear finishes.–
ButtonsPhysical numeric keypad and five-way scroll control with touch-sensitive Navi wheel; multimedia, power, camera and volume controls. Navi wheel can be disabled; breathing light indicates standby or missed events.Dual slider exposes numeric keypad or media/game keys; physical scroll control with optional touch-sensitive Navi wheel, multimedia key, camera/zoom controls and keylock switch. Guide confirms Navi wheel in supported applications; unlike N96, the production reviews test it as active.
SpeakersIntegrated stereo loudspeakers; Bluetooth stereo and standard wired headphones are separate listening options.Two built-in stereo speakers with 3D sound effect. FM radio with RDS and FM transmitter; guide qualifies transmitter availability by country and documents short-range compatible receiver use.
Software
Operating systemSymbianSymbian
Software featuresS60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2, based on Symbian OS 9.3 as identified by the full reviews. Music player, FM receiver/transmitter, Internet Radio, media sharing, web browser and document viewers. Launch sheet lists N-Gage as a later download; initial-firmware reviews found it unavailable. FM transmitter varies by country; RM-235 guide gives 88.1–107.9 MHz and up to 3 m operating distance.S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2 on Symbian OS 9.3, music/podcasting, video player, Photos and N-Gage client. Document viewers do not include editing out of the box. Launch trials, online music, maps and regional iPlayer are historical services.
Release detailMaker launch sheet and reproduced release plan Q2 2008 shipping, not confirmed first retail. All About Symbian reports Finnish retailer shipping by 24 May 2008 and tests a production handset in June. Year precision retained pending exact maker first-sale evidence. Maker says it continues a range such as N73, without explicit direct replacement wording.Maker announcement on 26 August 2008 planned October shipping. Nokia shipping press release reproduced by Cheat Code Central on 15 October says globally shipping and available; October retained without assuming publication day is worldwide first retail. No explicit maker direct-predecessor evidence established.
Connectivity
Mobile networkLaunch sheet covers WCDMA 900/2100 and GSM/GPRS/EGPRS 850/900/1800/1900 with HSDPA. All About Symbian distinguishes N78-1 European/Asian bands from N78-3 850/1900 WCDMA; regional bands are not combined.European RM-333: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 and WCDMA 900/1900/2100 with HSDPA. Maker sheet separately lists a regional 850/1900/2100 WCDMA version; RM-334 guide supports that regional version, not combined bands.
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11b/g with UPnP home-network sharing and synchronisation.IEEE 802.11b/g at 2.4 GHz, with UPnP home-network sharing; guide documents WEP, WPA and 802.1x support.
BluetoothBluetooth 2.0 with enhanced data rates. RM-235 guide lists A2DP, AVRCP, imaging, printing, dial-up networking, file transfer, hands-free, headset, HID, object push, SIM access, synchronisation, serial-port and phonebook-access profiles.Bluetooth 2.0, with A2DP/AVRCP stereo audio, hands-free/headset, file transfer, HID, imaging/printing, serial port, phonebook and remote SIM profiles confirmed in exact guide.
USBHi-Speed USB 2.0 through micro-USB for data; standard 3.5 mm audio connector. No TV output, distinguished in All About Symbian’s exact-model review.Micro-USB Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data/charging; Nokia AV 3.5 mm socket for compatible headphones and PAL/NTSC TV-out.
PositioningIntegrated GPS and assisted GPS with original Nokia Maps. Historical navigation subscriptions and retired online services are not promised as current features.GPS and assisted GPS; historical Nokia Maps 2.0. Launch three-month navigation licence and retired online services are described as original features, not promised as current services.

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