The N96 has all the same features of the N95 and N95 8Gb like the outstanding camera, HSDPA, Wi-Fi, GPS (A-GPS).
The N96’s major technical advancement is mobile TV. Not able to be used in Australia is a bit of a sore point, considering the catchphrase is “designed for video and TV entertainment”.
However, Nokia Nseries fans, if it’s almost time for you to upgrade, you probably couldn’t go wrong with the N96. But maybe wait a while for the price to come down – or it’s included in a good deal from your service provider.
Features:
16Gb internal, now MicroSD expanadable which many found lacking on the N95 8Gb
5Mp camera with dual LED flash and video light
Accelerometer with dual slide for multi-media access
MP3 player supports album art and playlist sharing
DVB-H TV (mobile TV) [see pros and cons]
Discreet rear kick stand for watching TV or videos
Pros:
Bright, sharp display
Still a kick @rse camera (arguably the best on a mobile phone?)
The kick stand to benefit from mobile TV and the partnership Nokia struck with BBC*
The expandable memory – for those who want to carry hours of videos and music and take many many photos
*Buy the Nokia N96 and you get to chose one of four full BBC television series to download; Little Britain, Yes Minister, Walking with Dinosaurs or The Catherine Tate Show.
When asked to comment, Catherine Tate said: “Am I bo’vered, does this face look bo’vered?”
Cons:
Totally flat keyboard (I struggled already with the N95 for texting, this will be harder)
Although a little slimmer, still quite a “chunky monkey”
DVB-H TV compatibility – in Australia we can’t yet take advantage of “free to air” mobile TV
Accelerometer, menus and processing lags a little still
We received a review on the iPhone from a customer, one that had previously only owned Nokias – and thought that the iPhone might be all hype… According to her, apparently not.
We have posted the full review (and where to find others) here: Review iPhone 3G 16Gb
PC World have reviewed the top ten flash-based MP3 players - and given their ratings between 0 to 100.
As we know, technology changes very quickly and lists such as these are always being superceded. However if you’re about to buy a new iPod or MP3 player, why not see which ones they think are the best – based on features, design, performance and price.
Whether you call it the “Bluesfest Byron Bay” or “East Coast Blues and Roots” doesn’t really matter. Now 19 years on, it is known as one of the world’s best Blues and Roots Music Festivals. And for good reason!
There’s always an amazing line-up of international and local artists, phenomenal music and a gentle caring atmosphere in the crowd.
If, like us, you’re unable to get there this year; or even if you just want a sneak preview of what you’re in for – check out this video preview from the BluesFest website:
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*Buy the Nokia N96 and you get to chose one of four full BBC television series to download; Little Britain, Yes Minister, Walking with Dinosaurs or The Catherine Tate Show. 
