Nokia 5530 XpressMusic: review, review and features

Today we will talk about the Nokia 5530 phone. The launch of this long-awaited model was postponed several times for objective reasons. As a result, we managed to achieve extraordinary stability of the software.

Positioning

Nokia 5530 XpressMusic is the first music phone equipped with high-quality headphones. Directly for this series, the company has developed a unique type of headset. Well-known to many admirers of the company model 5800 is, in fact, a copy of Nokia 5530. The characteristics of the latter, however, slightly reduced. Our hero has a smaller body size, a more modest screen and memory performance, the package is also simplified. However, due to this approach, the manufacturer managed to offer a functional device at a much more affordable price. So, this phone is suitable for people who are looking for a sensory music device with a small cost from a well-known manufacturer. The Nokia 5530 has the S60 firmware, which also characterizes it on the good side.

Design, dimensions and controls

The device is made of plastic, while the metal grids here are taken 2 speakers. They are located on the front surface. The size of the device - 104h49h13 mm with a weight of 107 grams. Since the device is relatively small, it falls pleasantly into the hand. In this model, the manufacturer abandoned the usual mechanical "Menu" button, all keys on the front panel are touchscreen. A separate button that launches a multimedia ruler with application icons is located above the screen. The right side has a paired volume control key, a screen lock function. On the left there is a cover that covers the memory card slot and a SIM card slot. On the top there is a power button, and on the bottom there is a 3.5 mm headset jack and an input for connecting the charger. Micro USB-connector hides a plug, which extends from the case. In addition, there is also a stylus.

Judging by the feedback of users, the quality of the assembly does not cause any complaints. Also, owners welcome the rejection of the screw in the design, because thanks to this the case in the upper corner does not depart. It uses inexpensive plastic, the back panel is made of glossy, chrome plated edge surrounds the screen, which gives the device an additional charm.

Some users in their reviews express dissatisfaction with the fact that the phone is not very securely attached, which causes a certain backlash. The panel should be worn gently and snapped until the end. When the phone is fully assembled, the play is retained, but it is not very large.

For the Nokia 5530 there are 5 color solutions, conditionally they can be divided into 2 groups. The main shade is black or white. Next, choose the color of the edge. Only 5 color variations. They are all worthy of attention.

Display

The screen covers the plastic protective surface. The display is almost not immersed in the case. The work is done by hand and stylus. The diagonal is 2.9 inches. The screen displays 16 million colors, the picture is juicy and bright. Nokia 5530 received AFFS technology, which allowed to achieve excellent viewing angles. The screen turns automatically, proceeding from the position of the case. Change of orientation takes about a second. On the edges of the display are the sides. While scrolling to the right, the finger may well touch one of them. However, this does not cause unpleasant sensations. The side is almost invisible. The screen remains readable in the sun. He puts 14 text lines and 3 service lines. The screen is great for viewing large lists, photos and videos.

Battery

The device uses BL-4U - lithium-ion battery. It has a capacity of 1000 mAh. According to the manufacturer, the phone can work for 4.5 hours during a conversation. It is also expected to provide 350 hours in the case of a standby mode. The period of playing music is 27 hours. Video recording at the maximum quality can last 140 minutes. Play his phone is capable of 3.5 hours. Based on user feedback, the average operating time of the device is 2 days. A full charge of the battery takes about one and a half hours.

Performance

Animation in the Nokia 5530 depends on the theme, but the effects work fine. Speed does not cause censures. The processor here uses ARM11. Its frequency is 434 MHz.

Memory

The amount of RAM in this case is 128 MB. The phone Nokia 5530 after download has in the range of 70-74 megabytes of memory on the internal drive. Also available is approximately 75 MB in the device itself for storing personal data. In the complete set there is a memory card on 4 Gb. If desired, you can use removable media up to 32 GB. The possibility of "hot" replacement of memory cards is supported.

Data transfer interfaces

In the USB settings, you can select the most appropriate of the four modes of operation. When working with Data Transfer, you can see the phone's memory, as well as installed drives, no drivers are required. The operating system independently identifies the phone. Also, you can activate the PC Suite mode, which gives you access to a whole variety of functions of the device. Among them there is even a backup of information. If you select Image Transfer, the transfer of photos will begin. There is also a special mode for transferring multimedia files. It's called Media Transfer. The information transfer rate is approximately 5 MB / s.

Some users in their reviews complain that during the connection of the USB cable does not charge the phone. Bluetooth version 2.0. Work with EDR is provided. The device supports many profiles. The average speed of information transfer via Bluetooth reaches 100 Kb / s. User feedback indicates that the ability to connect the headset via a wireless interface works without complaints. The device supports Wi-Fi. All basic safety standards are provided, the settings are maximum. There is a "Master of Wi-Fi-networks". This tool can "search in the background" for connections and, if necessary, connect to the Network.

Music features

The Nokia 5530 XpressMusic has a classic player, but the sound quality in this case is at an altitude thanks to the complete headphones. Their model is WH205. This solution users recognize as one of the best in their price category. In some reviews, regret is expressed about the lack of a control point for the phone on the headset.

The list of supported formats is huge. In the case of mp3-files there are different bitrates, among which VBR is provided. If you synchronize your device with WMP, you can work with protected DRM-files. It should be noted that the title of the composition, the author, as well as the control elements are displayed. Progressive rewinding is provided. The sound quality during the selection of equalizers is noticeably changing. Each of these tools is 8-band. They are preset 6.

Everything can be edited according to your preferences. You can not make edits only in the default sound. The list of equalizers is as follows: Rock, Pop, Jazz, Classical, Bass, Booster. The sound settings allow you to set the balance of channels, use the stereo widening, and also the Loudness function. It is possible to randomly play, repeat the entire song list or only the selected one. The screen always displays data about the song being played. The music menu has the ability to sort the list by songs, playlists, performers, composers, genres and albums.

Another important feature of the Nokia 5530 is the price. You can buy it today for 88 US dollars.