Screen

Delivering a bright 65K-colors, the 6102i's internal LCD is the same one found on the 6102. Measuring 128 x 160 px in resolution, the display is built from TFT (Thin Film Transistor) technology, placing circuit transistors directly on the glass to provide more brilliant imaging and quick refresh rates.

By comparison, the external STN (Super Twisted Nematic) screen offers 4K-colors. While not as vibrant as the internal TFT screen, the 96 x 65 px STN display has the added benefit of consuming less power and conserving battery life, ideal for external displays that shows static indicators. Presenting signal strength and battery level, the 6102's external screen also includes network name, time and date, the active profile, and alarm clock or calendar note alerts. During incoming calls, the caller's name or number is shown.

Compared to other LCDs on the market, the 6102i's twin displays offer ordinary imaging, falling short in vibrancy and clarity to 262K-color and now even 16.7 million color screens on high-end devices. However, being priced as a mid-tier handset, the 6102i offers an suitable display at a competitive price.

Audio

Missing an MP3 player (although it supports MP3 ringtones), the 6102i makes up for it with an FM stereo radio (headset sold separately). Presetting up to 20 radio stations, manual and automatic tuning let consumers enjoy live music on the road.

Activating the speakerphone users can talk with their hands free. Wonderfully loud, the 6102i's audio capabilities are clear and free from distortion.

Messaging

The 6102i supports SMS (Short Messaging Service), EMS (Enhanced Messaging Service), and MMS (Multimedia Message Service) for text and multimedia messaging. A new feature called Nokia Xpress is also included, allowing consumers to send voice clips over the network for personalized audio messages.

Cingular integrates popular instant messaging platforms on its devices, and the 6102i goes beyond traditional SMS-based chat with AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), MSN Messenger, and Yahoo! Messenger. Giving users real-time access to their buddies on the road, conversations can be held just as if they were sitting in front of a PC.

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