Internet

The phone connects to the Internet via GPRS / EDGE. Users surf the net using T-Mobile's T-Mobile web browser. T-Mobile's online store, T-Zones, is prominently preloaded on the phone, so that users may download music, video, ringtones, games, and other multimedia files for the usual fee.

Storage

The Nokia 5310 XpressMusic comes with a 860 mAh Li-Ion battery, with an alleged 5.4 hours of talk time and 300 hours of standby time. The package also includes a 1 GB microSD card, with microSD / TransFlash expandable memory available for extra. The phone comes out of the box not only with the standard power cord, but also with a USB cable, headphones, and a mini-speaker as three nice bonuses.

Connectivity

The Nokia 5310 comes prepackaged with a USB cable specifically designed for the phone's USB port, which saves the user a trip to the store to pick one up. With the USB cable, users may easily connect their phone to a PC in order to manage and transfer files. It's nice that the USB cable is included, since the phone does not feature synchronization with a PC via Bluetooth. Bluetooth profiles include A2DP, HFP, and HSP, which together get audio from the phone to headphones or a handsfree set.

Conclusion

With a convenient, lightweight design based around a fun-filled musical experience, the Nokia 5310 XpressMusic should keep audiophiles entertained anywhere, anytime.

Those less obsessed with music should appreciate the compact design, satisfactory range of organizational tools and calling features, and fun bonus features (like the camera or downloadable games). Calling and messaging are well-covered, as well as Internet connection and connectivity to peripheral devices such as speakers or PCs.

In short, users who love phones that play them music should enjoy this phone designed to bestow them with the full audio experience. Users who don't plan on using the music features may wish to look for another phone, but may enjoy the phone's tiny design and full range of standard features.

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