Networking
| Bluetooth |
Y |
| Wi-Fi |
Y |
| 2G standards |
GSM, GPRS, EDGE |
| 3G standards |
HSDPA, HSUPA, WCDMA |
| 3G bands supported |
850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz |
| SIM card type |
MiniSIM |
| 3G |
Y |
| SIM card capability |
Single SIM |
| WAP |
2.0 |
Processor
| Processor frequency |
1 GHz |
Storage
| Internal storage capacity |
2 GB |
| Maximum memory card size |
32 GB |
Performance
| Personal info management (PIM) |
Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Games, Notes, To-do list |
| Flight mode |
Y |
| Personalization |
Themes, Shortcuts, Menu |
Display
| Display type |
TFT |
| Orientation sensor |
N |
| External display |
N |
Ports & interfaces
| USB connector type |
Micro-USB A |
| USB version |
2.0 |
Camera
| Video recording |
Y |
| Built-in camera |
Y |
| Auto focus |
Y |
| Maximum frame rate |
15 fps |
| Digital zoom |
4 x |
| Front camera |
Y |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) |
5 MP |
| Flash type |
LED |
| Self-timer |
Y |
| Geotagging |
Y |
| Rear camera resolution |
2592 x 1944 pixels |
| Built-in flash |
Y |
| Video capture resolution (max) |
640 x 480 pixels |
Software
| Operating system version |
Anna |
| SyncML |
Y |
| Exchange support |
Y |
Other features
| Video playback |
Y |
| Music player |
Y |
| Java technology |
Y |
| Ringer type |
MP3 |
Navigation
| GPS (satellite) |
Y |
| Assisted GPS (A-GPS) |
Y |
| Position location |
Y |
| Electronic compass |
Y |
Multimedia
| FM band range |
87.5 - 108 MHz |
| FM radio |
Y |
| Image formats supported |
BMP, EXIF, GIF, JPG, PNG, TIF |
| Radio Data System (RDS) |
Y |
Battery
| Continuous audio playback time |
35 h |
| Standby time (3G) |
455 h |
| Standby time (2G) |
500 h |
| Talk time (3G) |
5 h |
| Talk time (2G) |
7 h |
| Video recording time |
1.5 h |
| Continuous video playback time |
5.3 h |
Messaging
| E-mail |
Y |
| MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) |
Y |
| Instant messaging (IM) |
Y |
| Short Message Service (SMS) |
Y |
Call management
| Call timer |
Y |
| Conference call |
Y |
| Speed dialing |
Y |
| Vibrating alert |
Y |
Additionally
| Battery performance |
1110 mAh |
| Internal RAM |
0.25 GB |
Nokia 500, 8.128 cm (3.2 ") (640 x 360 px, TFT), ARM 11 (1 GHz), 256MB SDRAM, microSD, 5 MP, FM, GPS, Wi-Fi, WAP 2.0, Bluetooth 2.1, USB 2.0, 93 g, White/Silver
<b>Powerful processor and Wi-Fi</b>
Now this is speed – the powerful 1 GHz processor makes sure your apps and entertainment are a pleasure to use. Apps run quickly and smoothly, and with a Wi-Fi or 3.5G internet connection, web pages load fast and downloads arrive in an instant. Scroll through photos effortlessly and browse your music collection with ease.
<b>Personalise and make it your own</b>
Express your individuality. Two additional premium covers with a vibrant matt finish are included in the box, so you can choose the right one to match your style. And because they are easy to switch, picking a cover to suit your mood is quick and hassle free. Plus you can choose wallpapers and themes for your home screens as well as add shortcuts for your favourite apps and friends.
<b>Live – on your home screen</b>
Everything is ready straight out of the box with fully integrated email and social networks. For you this means real-time emails from your work and personal accounts direct to your home screen. You also get live Facebook and Twitter feeds 24/7 to keep you constantly up to date. Simply choose what’s right for you.
<b>What you want at your fingertips</b>
This is where it all begins. From day one your three customisable home screens are live and always up to date – you decide what lives on them. One home screen for new emails and messages, one for your friends and social networks, and one for your favourite apps and games. It’s up to you. Adding shortcuts and widgets is fast and easy.
<b>The latest and greatest apps</b>
With Nokia 500 you get many great apps right away – apps that make life a bit better, a bit easier and a bit more fun. And one tap takes you straight to Store where you can download the latest apps and games, as well as browse ringtones, themes and wallpapers.
<b>Find new places. Share with friends.</b>
Nokia Maps brings you the best of everything in your city, so you can instantly find nearby cafes, shops, concerts and much more. Discover and share great new places as you travel across town – plus you can check in to let people know where you are and meet up with friends who are close by. And best of all, you get free walk and drive navigation with turn-by-turn voice guidance.
