The Nokia 5230 is a great entry-level smartphone that comes with a 3.2-inch touchscreen with 360 x 640-pixel resolution, 2-Megapixel camera and Nokia's latest Homescreen design. It comes pre-loaded with all the latest apps but if you're looking to make even more of this handset, then getting hold of the latest apps for free is a must. Check out our top ten free Nokia 5230 apps and see what's up for grabs...
The Nokia 5230 could best be described as an entry-level smartphone and being cost-effective is a great way into the world of smartphones and Nokia ones at that. In many respects it takes its edge from the Nokia 5530 XpressMusic. It even uses the same OS, Symbian S60 5th Edition, s it's ready to download thousands of apps from the Ovi Store as well as from elsewhere. Here we look at the ten apps we think every Nokia 5230 owner should have.
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Paint Pad
DOWNLOAD: Nokia Hong Kong
We reckon the Nokia 5230 will be used by younger Nokia fans, making this app a prime requisite. Paint Pad is a neat and simple tool that works very much in the same way as Microsoft Paint on the PC. You can import images taken on your Nokia 5230 and add a host of fun effects and artistic tricks.
Nokia Photo Browser
DOWNLOAD: Nokia Beta Labs
Nokia Photo Browser is unlike any other photo album app out there, as you can view images in a number of ways. It’s a neat little app that makes the most of your touchscreen, allowing you to tap on images and even zoom in on areas for a closer inspection. Check out out full review of Nokia Photo Browser.
Opera Mini Web Browser
DOWNLOAD: Opera
If you’re looking for a smoother web experience then Opera Mini is a great place to start. We’ve not tried it out on the Nokia 5230 but this version works well on the Nokia 5800 and Nokia N97 Mini, which use the same Symbian S60 OS, so it should work fine.
Nokia Messaging For Social Networks
DOWNLOAD: Nokia Beta Labs
Need to get your daily fix of Twitter and Facebook, then this neat little Beta Labs app brings all your social networking together in one handy widget. This touch-sensitive app is perfect for the Nokia 5230 as it allows for Profile updates and integrates with Ovi Maps and your GPS.
Mobbler
DOWNLOAD: Mobbler
The Nokia 5230 is very much geared up for music with it's own media player and 3.5mm audio jack for plugging in your favourite headphones. So, what about new music from the Last.fm website, which lets you stream audio for free. You can create playlists, choose music similar to artists you like – a great way to discover new music – and generally enjoy music on the move.
Fring
DOWNLOAD: Fring
While we're thinking of all things social networking, Fring is one of the more feature rich apps for the Nokia 5230 as it allows you to stay in touch with friends using your Nokia’s internet connection. It’ll allow you to integrate other apps, like Twitter, Facebook, Google Talk, and even Last.fm and view them all from the same interface.
Google Maps
DOWNLOAD: Google Maps
Google Maps for Symbian devices is one of those services even the casual person about town needs. It mirrors the functionality of the desktop version, so you can search for a location and be given the best directions on how to get there. What’s more, you can even get the most recent information on where you’re going, making this indispensable.
Qik
DOWNLOAD: Nokia Ovi Store
With the Nokia 5230 sporting a 2-Megapixel camera with video capture you’ll be able to make full use of this amazing free app that lets you share live video direct from your handset to the internet at the simple click of a button. It's one of our favourite apps of 2009 and looks like being just as popular in 2010. Head over to our full Qik review for a more in-depth look.
Flight Info
DOWNLOAD: Nokia Ovi Store
This is a must for frequent fliers. This self-explanatory app helps keep you bang up to date with flight information: just tap in your airline code and flight number and you’ll be instantly given terminal, departure and arrival details.
Pixelpipe for Share Online
DOWNLOAD: Nokia Ovi Store
Pixelpipe allows you to connect Nokia Share Online to almost 100 other social web services. In other words, it means you can upload your photos, videos and audio files to whichever photo service, blogging platform or social network you like: the likes of Flickr, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and WordPress are all supported.