Core features
Memory
The phonebook can store up to 250 names and numbers. Ten text messages can be stored in the internal memory. Contacts can also be stored on the SIM card, which allows the user to keep a backup should they accidentally delete their contacts from the internal phone memory. The phone does not have, however, any external memory options, such as support for a microSD card or Sony memory card.Calls
The call history of the 8810 stores 30 previous calls: 10 dialed, 10 received, and 10 missed. There are 35 preloaded monophonic ringtones on the phone and additional ringtones were available for download at a cost. The phone features the ability to make conference calls, hold calls, and sendDisplay and input
The Nokia 8810 has a five-line monochrome graphic display. Features include dynamic font size andConnectivity
Besides the standard 2G network, the 8810 also features an infrared port, which was later adopted into other Nokia high-end phones.Messaging
The phone uses SMS with T9 predictive text input, with support for major European languages. Messages can be up to 160 characters long. Compatible phones can send and receive picture messages in Nokia standard Smart Messaging, not in later (universal) EMS. The phone can receive network operator logos and ringtones (up to five). Due to the lack of multimedia support for the phone, the Multimedia Messaging Service is not available on this phone. Similarly, email is also not supported.Battery
The 8810 has two options for the battery: 600 MAh Ni-Mh or 400 MAhApplications
The Nokia 8810 has a calculator which was an advanced feature in 1998, but a basic feature by today's standards. It also has a currency converter which enables the user to convert one currency to another, however, the user is required to enter the exchange rate and can only enter one currency at a time. Finally, the Nokia 8810 has a calendar that allows the user to store notes as well as make appointments for meetings and birthdays. The user can also use the infrared sensor within the phone to send and exchange information with a computer or another Nokia device.Other features
The Nokia 8810 weighs 118 g with the standard battery and 98 g with the lithium battery. Its dimensions are 107×46×18 mm. The phone contains a few extra features: a clock, an alarm, and the popular gameDesign and reception
In 1998, the Nokia 8810 was considered a luxury phone. This was due to the sleek new design the 8810 presented. It had no external whip or stub antenna, which was unusual for the time. Instead, it featured an internal antenna, which allowed the phone to be stored in a pocket upside down. Nokia invested hundreds of man hours into research on how people hold their phones for calls; this allowed them to place the antenna accordingly. The 8810 is tapered and weighted to encourage users to hold it below the antenna, minimizing interference. However, this also led to a poorer signal reception compared to an external antenna, which meant battery life was reduced. It was encased entirely in plastic parts; this case would slide down to reveal the keypad. This new appearance, in particular the lack of an external antenna, meant the 8810 had a desirable advantage over its competitors and enjoyed moderate success. The choice to make the antenna internal had a negative effect on battery life, but Nokia felt this was an acceptable tradeoff for getting rid of the external antenna. The design of the phone also made it particularly popular following its release. Unlike most other phones in the market at the time, the Nokia 8810 featured a chrome metal finish as well as a pull-down metal slide that covered the keypad and kept it clean. Nokia claimed to prioritize antenna performance over physical design if they were ever in conflict.References
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