What makes a good Nokia business phone? For most people, a physical QWERTY keyboard is all-important, and for good reason. If typing long documents or emails is a central part of your day, nothing beats physical buttons for getting the job done quickly and accurately. Join us as we take a closer look at the best QWERTY Nokia smartphones for business.
So QWERTY is a no-brainer on a business phone, but what else is important? Well, MS Exchange support and the ability to view and work on documents would be on most people's list, while usability touches such as a dedicated Email or Message button certainly makes life easier too.
So which QWERTY-based Nokia smartphones get our nod as best for business? Let's take a look:
High-end Business QWERTY: Nokia E7
We're always excited about new Nokias, but the Nokia E7 looks particularly special. Stunning design? Check. Huge touchscreen? Check. Finger-friendly QWERTY keyboard? You got it.
This modern-day Nokia Communicator has everything the mobile professional needs, from full MS Exchange and document support for editing Powerpoint files on the move. The tried-and-tested Symbian^3 ties it all up in a bow to make the Nokia E7 the complete mobile office.
Check out our Nokia E7 hands-on preview
Mid-range business QWERTY: Nokia E5
If you prefer your QWERTY business phone goodness to come in candybar form, look no further than the Nokia E5-00. The full metal body means it'll happily survive a few knocks, while the slender 12.8mm thickness means it's pocket-friendly too.
On board you have a dedicated Message button so you can stay in touch with the office easily, while the rock-solid Symbian S60 3rd edition interface delivers the same easy-to-use business features seen on the Nokia E71 and Nokia E72
Check out our full Nokia E5 hardware review
Entry-level business QWERTY: Nokia C3
Business phones are pricey, right? Er, no actually, not when the phone you're talking about is the Nokia C3. This entry-level messenger smartphone is slim and light, but comes with all the business tools you need to keep in touch with the office while on the move.
The 2.4in screen is more than sufficient for viewing documents and files, while the likes of Ovi Mail and the Opera Mini browser will keep you in touch with the world around you.
Check out our full Nokia C3 review
Worth considering – Nokia E72:
It's been around for a while now but the Nokia E72 remains a much-loved part of Nokia's business portfolio, and these days is more affordable than ever. The Optical Navi Key and spacious keyboard make it one of the most intuitive E Series Nokias around, and there's plenty of power and on-board storage too for the business user.
Check out our full Nokia E72 review
Do you agree with our choices? What are your business essentials for a good QWERTY smartphone? Give us your thoughts in the Comments below...