Nokia Releases a New Software Update for Nokia 5800 XpressMusic

Nokia has announced a software update to the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic to further improve the performance and add new functionalities to the mobile phone. Improvements in the new software version include faster data download from Internet, improved e-mail experience, better search experience with in-device search.

"The update includes great improvements in the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic. As mobile devices become more and more advanced, additional features and new functionalities are easy to install to the existing device. We recommend people to take advantage of the new features and upgrade their Nokia 5800 XpressMusic, and get more from their existing device," said Soren Petersen, Senior Vice President, Devices, Nokia

Many additional features are also included in the software update:

• Faster user interface and faster download times
• New camcorder features: second camera support for still image capture in addition to video calls, burst mode that allows people to take multiple pictures one after another without needing to repress the picture taking button
• Mobile Dictionary: built-in dictionary functionality with voice playback of words utilizing text-to-speech technology, support for 38 languages
• Application Update: with Application Update people can check for available updates for applications and update them directly in the device. Applications can also be kept up-to-date by setting the checking to automatic.

The software update is immediately available for download on Nokia Software Update website free of charge (data charges may apply).

Posted to the site on 30th March 2009