Don't be left behind, download Symbian Anna now

MANILA, Philippines - Symbian Anna  the latest software update for Nokia’s Symbian smartphones  is now available for download in the Philippines.

Symbian Anna significantly enhances the user experience on the Nokia N8, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01 and Nokia E7. 

A new user interface, virtual QWERTY keypad in portrait mode, split-screen messaging, enhanced Nokia Maps, better Web browsing and stronger security are just a few of the improvements that people will be able to enjoy. 

Symbian Anna can be downloaded using the latest version of Ovi Suite (version 3.1.1) on a PC or over-the-air directly to your smartphone.

“Nokia’s Symbian smartphones are used by millions of people around the world every day, addressing specific consumer needs and providing choices at many price points,” said Mike Smith, device portfolio manager of Nokia Philippines.

Nokia E7

“Symbian Anna represents a significant update to the experience of those users. It also demonstrates our ongoing commitment to Symbian, which still headlines the next 10 phones that Nokia will introduce over the next 12 months. Moreover, it signifies our thrust to continuously bring updates to the user experience and support for the software until at least 2016,” Smith added. 

Below are some of the key features of the Symbian Anna:

• New user interface. Symbian Anna brings a fresh new look and feel to the Nokia N8, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01 and Nokia E7 with crisp icons and multiple usability enhancements. 

Typing on the touch screen is much easier with a split screen, so you can see message threads, webpages, contacts or e-mail view while typing on the virtual QWERTY keypad  now also available in portrait mode.

• Better maps and navigation. Symbian Anna enhances Nokia Maps with better search functionality, new public transportation routes and the ability to check in to favorite geo-social network sites like Facebook, Foursquare and Twitter. Users can also share their location via e-mail and SMS, even to non-Nokia phones.

Nokia C6-01

• Faster browsing experience. A faster, easier-to-use browser delivering quicker page loads and improved device navigation allows people to connect more easily to their favorite sites on the go.

• Stronger security for better business. Symbian Anna brings true business-grade security with improved data encryption on Nokia smartphones. Business users with a Nokia N8, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01 or Nokia E7 can now easily and securely access their company intranet with IPSEC and SSL VPN enablers.

• Near Field Communications (NFC) availability for Nokia C7. The Symbian Anna software update also activates the NFC hardware in the Nokia C7, so people can now simply tap their Nokia C7s together to share contacts, photos, videos and play games; easily pair with NFC-enabled accessories from Nokia and others; and read NFC tags to check in and more.     

Nokia C7

Business users will also benefit from more features offered by Symbian Anna. Enjoy instant messaging and presence with Microsoft Communicator Mobile.

E-mail enhancements are also provided, including full meeting request support.

Not to be left behind, developers will also find the Symbian Anna software update an easy and convenient tool with features such as Flashlite 4, Java Runtime 2.2, Qt Mobility 1.1, and Qt 4.7.

For tech support, call the Nokia Careline at 886-1234.