Nokia X2-00 Free Apps Top 10
By Martin James on April 13,
 2011 at 00:00,

The Nokia X2 may be the baby of the X Series family, but when it comes to apps, it's certainly not left behind. There are some great software add-ons you can download for this music-friendly Series 40 handset, and here we take a look at 10 of our favourites.

The Nokia X2 has all the stylings of the X Series, with its funky sharp corners and choice of black and red, or blue and white, design, while the candybar shape makes it ideal for those who need a phone first, internet device second. The screen measures 2.2-inches and has a standard 320 x 240-pixel resolution. It’s perfect for everyday use, proving sharp and easy on the eye. Here we look at 10 free apps to make the Nokia X2-00 even better!

Nimbuzz

Type: Social networks

Size: o.38MB

We all have our instant messaging service of choice, but Nimbuzz doesn't pick sides, giving you free messaging across all the major platforms from a single interface.

Opera Mini Web Browser 6.0

Type: Social networks

Size: o.28MB

For budget-friendly entry-level phones like the Nokia X2, Opera Mini's streamlined browsing is a huge plus, with pages loading quicker and using up less data to do so.

Wikipedia

Type: Reference

Size: o.16MB

Wikipedia certainly needs no introduction, and this no-frills version from biNu makes for a handy reference tool on the Nokia X2, giving you near-instant info on just about any subject.

Facebook Chat

Type: Social networks

Size: o.29MB

Keep in contact with your Facebook friends and connections without having to go through the bloated web interface.

Compare Hotel Prices

Type: Utilities

Size: o.23MB

This handy travel companion covers 235,000 hotels in 225 countries, and lets you compare the best rates from 30 different websites so you're always guaranteed to get the best deal.

Yahoo

Type: Entertainment

Size: o.18MB

This incredibly versatile app gives you access to the full umbrella of Yahoo services, including email, messaging, news and sports. It's an international traveller too, so you can even find out what's going on locally when you're away from home.

Locago

Type: Maps and guides

Size: o.35MB

Jetting away to distant shores anytime soon? Then you need Locago. Aside from packing all kinds of useful info that'll prove invaluable on your travels, you also get masses of map overlays so you can see what's in your immediate area.

Absurd News

Type: News & info

Size: o.13MB

If you're looking for straight news, it's not hard to find. Absurd News offers something altogether different, dishing the dirty on all kinds of bizarre facts and ridiculous goings on.

Phrasebook 18 in 1 Lite

Type: Entertainment

Size: o.71MB

Forget that tatty old phrasebook you've had for years and never really got into using. Load Phrasebook 18 in 1 Lite onto your Nokia X2 and you'll have your own personal interpreter right there in your pocket.

Weather Channel on BiNu

Type: News & info

Size: o.15MB

We all love to talk about the weather, so make sure you've got the latest info at your fingertips thanks to this handy app. You get detailed forecasts on today's weather, as well as the outlook for the next five days.