All set in 360×640 resolution, we have compiled one of the best set of wallpapers for 5800s. Cars, Bikes, Nature, Soccer, Hot Girls.. you name it, we have it! We even have a couple of backgrounds for the upcoming Christmas season as well. Hit on the jump button for wallpaper collage and download link. Read more »
Whats My IP ?
Recently I published a few posts which required the user to know the phone’s IP address while on the WLAN network and I did happen to go through a number of comments where people were asking about how to determine your phone's IP on WLAN. I tried working on that and I found no solution to such a problem. Moreover, if you are not a very techie person, it is a real big deal logging in to your routers admin page on your PC and finding out the phone’s IP. I did have a little bit of knowledge in writing simple programs so I thought about writing an application that tells your IP when you launch it.
I have written a small Python based application that actually tells you your IP when you are connected to a WiFi access point. It is called WhatsMyIP. You just need to launch the application and it pops up a menu where you need to select your access point. Here you need to select your WiFi access point. As soon as you select it, the application prints your IP address that is assigned to your phone on the network.
Even if you wish you to know the IP assigned to your phone by your data connection (NOT WiFi), simply select your data connection access point from the pop-up menu and it will print your IP address.
Pre-requisites:-
Python Runtime 1.9.7 – Download (Unsigned)
WhatsMyIP – Download
(You may have to sign WhatsMyIP)
Important Note: Please restart your phone once you complete all the installation. This is required for the completion of the installation of the Python Runtime.
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We are again going to do some experimentation with our Nokia 5800 phone, don’t worry it will mess your phone. I have seen a large number FM transmitters being sold on eBay and Amazon for hefty prices. How would it sound if I actually save all your cost? Of course, it sounds nice. But, how are we going to do it? I believe most of us have WiFi routers installed and even Nokia 5800 has a WiFi and we connect our laptops/PC over WiFi. So, do you see the connection – ‘WiFi’? Yes, we will use WiFi to broadcast our music to our Nokia 5800.
Benefits of using WiFi over FM?
1) The audio quality is purely digital. No possible distortions as in FM transmission.
2) The audio transmission over WiFi is purely secure and no one else can listen to it unless you allow it. However, this depends on your WiFi network security i.e. it is not an open network. Even if it is open, it would be quite difficult to connect as you need the link for the audio stream.
In this guide, the instructions are provided where you will be able to transmit whatever audio you will play on your Winamp player to your Nokia 5800. The audio will automatically play on the Real Player in Nokia 5800.
Before we proceed further with the instructions, there are a few pre-requisites that we need –
Icecast Streaming Server – Download
Edcast Winamp Plug-in – Download
Note: Download the mp3 encoder here , unzip it and place it in “C:\Program Files\Winamp” folder.
Winamp Player v5.56 - Download [This is version that I have tested this on.]
Note: Allow access to these applications when prompted by the Firewall.
In the absence of any images being released to the media, we can only speculate on the possibilities of this chrome edition of Nokia 5800. We must say the T-Mobile personnel have done an amazing job at keeping things locked up for we haven’t seen any leaks in the blogosphere either. Now coming to the possibilities of this “chrome” version, a 5800 navigation edition sans the lifetime navigation license may be a possibility and so is an all chromeNokia 5800 (Not many would like that though). Read more »
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Our good ol’ friends at MMMOOO in Shanghai are back in news again. This time around they have taken a break from their themes and UI customizations for symbian fifth edition phones to bring this classic board game to our dear 5800s. Is their latest effort as good as their previous offerings? Lets find out after the break. Read more »
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The latest version of the popular online game, Dojo Cubed Addict v1.04 has several advantages over its predecessor and with its increasing popularity on the net, the game is generating a lot of interest in the 5800 community. Is the game worthy of a download? Hitthe jump button to find out. Read more »
When we visited the Ovi store recently, major applications and games have sprouted out. One of the most noticeable in the roster is a game title I would not have thought would be dipping its fingers in the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic realm. Today, we talk about Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed.
What is Assassin’s Creed?
Assassin's Creed is a third-person action-adventure video game created and developed by Ubisoft and was released worldwide on different gaming platforms such as the Playstation and Xbox 360. In the game, you take the role of Altaïr as experienced by Desmond. You are a trained assassin and are given different missions to kill different people of influence in the city.
You will be going from different stages, jumping across obstacles and walls, obtaining items along the way and solving some puzzles. You are armed with a sword, which you use to veer away your enemies.
To navigate your character in the game, there is a typical gamepad placed on the lower left corner of the screen. Then, the action button is found on the lower left corner of the screen. At the upper left corner, you will see your life meter and the type of weapon you are using currently. Opposite this (the upper right corner), you will find the universal symbol for “Home”, which will take you to different optionsin the game such as quitting or adjusting the sound.
My Take on Assassin’s Creed
Assassin’s Creed truly blew away everyone when it first came out and I was excited to try this game on the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic phone.
Don’t expect 3D graphics here. Unfortunately, the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic phone does not have the 3D capabilities of a Playstation Portable. So Ubisoft went for the traditional 2D sideways reminiscent of the old game portals such as Nintendo Super Family Computer. Graphics are quite jagged but it does try to do it’s best to bring the fluidity of the game into the phone.
The sound is pretty much 8-bit style. Frankly, you do feel like playing an old-school game but with the new generation titles.
I do have some problems with the control system. Since the game displays the controls on the Nokia 5800’s flat surface, it doesn’t feel as responsive as I had hope it would me. The control keys are small and sometimes your character does not follow your commands because you touched the wrong direction button. Plus, I was quite cautious because I might be putting too much pressure on the screen and it might break. It does take some getting used to and you will take some retrials before you get the hang of it.
Get instructions from your master.
Game play wise is pretty basic but admirable. It has a mixture of puzzles to solve, enemies to battle and walls and chains to climb. It’s not just a hack-and-slash game buta game it does require some skill and some common sense. I like games like this.
My Verdict on Assassin’s Creed
Assassin’s Creed is a wonderful addition to your game roster. Just make sure you take it easy on the controls because you might break your Nokia 5800 screen from too much intense playing. Though it is FREE to download, one cannot but help to think if this is just a demo or a full game. I have played about three levels and I have not received any hints of a demo.
The Assassin’s Creed game can be downloaded for FREE at the Ovi Store (http://store.ovi.com). Just register to access the site. You can also download this application straight to your Nokia 5800 XpressMusic phone by installing the Ovi Store Application.
Previous version
Latest version
Another important note about the update - you can update to the latest version without any worry. All your data and contacts remain intact and nothing is missing. The update by the internal Application Update utility is a silent one and OS managed. It is somewhat similar to Windows Update feature.
Last update was in August
To know more about Mail For Exchange, please follow this post. Please post your comments and views if you faced any issues with the latest update.
Bad News: The update is a minor one (like the previous update) with no big improvements and no official changelog. The update fixes few minor bugs and some speed improvement is also noticed. But of course, there is still no sign of the kinetic scrolling or widgetized homescreen. Check the product codes list below and see if the update is available for you. Read more »
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