Nokia 770 Accessory Guide

[newsbot]

http://www.internettablettalk.com/../../../images/misc/accessories.jpg It`s been a slow week today for internet tablet news so we decided to create an accessory guide to let you prepare for the Nokia 770 as it arrives. We have rounded up memory cards, batteries, chargers, even WiFi finders to get you prepared for your Noika 770. ...Read the full article. (http://www.internettablettalk.com/content/view/92)

[Masamune]

Hmm...One point you forgot to mention with the memory cards is whether they're RS-MMC or Dual Voltage RS-MMC. It's a minor distinction but one that can be expensive. All of Nokia's Series 60 Smartphones use the Dual Voltage type, so I would assume the iT will as well.

[fermunky]

I am currently using a Nokia branded 64MB DV RS-MMC, so it does use the dual voltage, as for the other types of RS-MMC I have not tried yet.

[hawking]

can mmc-mobile be used at nokia 770? because rs-mmc 's access speed is too slow compared to sd or mini-sd.

[fermunky]

can mmc-mobile be used at nokia 770? because rs-mmc 's access speed is too slow compared to sd or mini-sd.

I am not entirely sure I understand what mmc-mobile is, however, I do know that, like other Nokia products, the 770 will not supoprt SD MMC's of any type.

[hawking]

mmc mobile is next version of rs-mmc,have the same size of rs-mmc
‧ Meets RS-MMC specifications

‧ Fully compatible

‧ Fast data transfer rate (up 52MB/sec) if device support 8bit transfer

you can search mmc mobile in google for more info.

[Reggie]

Nils Faeber of Kernel Concepts has confirmed that RS-MMC and the DV RS-MMC will both work on the Nokia 770. :D

[fermunky]

I'll see if Nokia can give an answer on this as to wether they will suppot the differnt media types, because right now their info only says DV RS-MMC, and before people start buying the MMC Mobile versions, should see if Nokia will officially say "Yes, we support them"...

[Reggie]

Some more clarifications:

The Nokia 770 Users Manual (https://gullfoss2.fcc.gov/prod/oet/forms/blobs/retrieve.cgi?attachment_id=575809&native_or_pdf=pdf) says:

"This device supports dual voltage (1.8/3 V) and single voltage (3 V) reduced-size MultiMediaCards. Check the compatibility of an RS-MMC with its manufacturer or provider."

also:

"You can only use FAT 16/32 formatted memory cards with this device.

Use only compatible RS-MMCs with this device. Other memory cards, such as secure digital (SD) cards, do not fit in the MMC card slot and are not compatible with this device. Using an incompatible memory card may damage the memory card as well as the device, and data stored on the incompatible card may be corrupted."

The article has been updated accordingly.

[Reggie]

Btw, another 'must' Nokia 770 accessory not found in the list is a bluetooth keybaord. While the Nokia BT keyboard works, there's no news if other BT keyboards like the one by ThinkOutside would work.

[Mythic]

If I am nto mistaken ThinkOutside wont work. 770 support standard bluetooth interface for input devices, but ThinkOutside uses a proprietary protocol.

[Reggie]

Last time I heard, the TO keyboard works with other Nokia phones. I have one so we'll see. :)

[Mythic]

Yep, you are right. I have mixed the thinkoutside and freedom keyboards. (Freedom keybords need a special driver.)

[andymulhearn]

Just tried my Think Outside with the bluetooth addon and it worked first time, in fact setup was easier than with my iPaq 4700.

[GenD]

Your Accessory Guide article says:

The Nokia 770 uses Nokia's BP-5L (1300mAh Li-Polymer) battery, the same battery that the Nokia 7100, 7700, and 9500 uses.

However, the official specifications for the Nokia 770 (http://europe.nokia.com/nokia/0,,75023,00.html) says it has 1500 mAh capacity.

In addition, the Nokia USA specification page for the 770 (http://www.nokiausa.com/770/1,7841,feat:1,00.html) also says it has a 1500 mAh capacity but simply says it is a "standard Li-ion Battery" without identifying the battery's model number.

And none of the Nokia buy-online sites list the battery as an add-on accessory that you can add to your shopping cart as you can with the chargers.

So I'm wondering, is the 770's battery really a standard BP-5L? :confused:

I want to know because I think I'll probably want to pick up a spare, but I can't find anyone selling 1500mAh BP-5Ls.

Can someone who owns one confirm please? Thanks!

[rgbyhkr]

Well, here's something interesting. In anticipation of receiving the 770, I bought a larger RS-MMC and a spare BP-5L (official Nokia replacement, not a generic). On the battery itself, it says "1500 mAh 3.7V". The front of the packaging just says "Battery BP-5L" below the Nokia name. On the back, it has all the usual technical details in a variety of languages. There, it says "Battery, 1300 mAh Li-polymer (BP-5L)".

Jeff

[Bill]

My guess is that all new BP-5L are 1500 mAh and they forgot to update the packaging,
which makes sense considering all new Nokia models are loaded with more power consuming features.

[rgbyhkr]

My guess is that all new BP-5L are 1500 mAh and they forgot to update the packaging,
which makes sense considering all new Nokia models are loaded with more power consuming features.

Certainly possible. For reference, much of the writing at the bottom of the battery is in Chinese (can't be sure) but there is a date that I presume may be the manufacture date and it's August 11, 2005 so it's pretty recent.

Jeff

[koolguynet]

Does anyone know of a USB charger for the 770?

[aflegg]

I've got a Nokia mobile phone USB charger with a CA-44 adapter from a local Orange shop. Works perfectly.

[djfake]

Just tried my Think Outside with the bluetooth addon and it worked first time, in fact setup was easier than with my iPaq 4700.

The Think Outside is quite expensive! $149. Is there any less expensive option?

c

[willrea]

The Think Outside is quite expensive! $149. Is there any less expensive option?

c

I got mine for $130 at Fry's

[blorg]

Got mine for $95 from Amazon, free shipping.

[Odin]

The Think Outside is quite expensive! $149. Is there any less expensive option?


Apple sells their BT keyboard for $59. It is huge, weighs a ton and eats batteries like candy--but it will work with a 770.

[ewtesterman]

I am holding out for some support for my $50 light wieght low power consuming small belkin pda bt keyboard

[dcarter]

Hey, if you don't mind hunting around Ebay, keep your eyes out on it, and keyword "thinkoutside stowaway".

...I ended up finding a perfectly good one rebadged as a Dell (I forget the model number). This one was only $30.00, because the decals on the keys are for a Spanish Layout- a few keys are off, but I memorized the standard english keyboard layout anyways.

If you can find the dell model, it is a perfect visual match for the Nokia 770; black, aluminized, looks JUST like it was made for it.
Anyway you look at it, if you can set your alarm for t minutes before auction time is over, you'll probably find a perfectly good thinkouside stowaway bluetooth (don't get the infrared!!) for 60.00 or so.

heck, thanks to the 2006 os bug, I have even gotten real fast at turning off the bluetooth on the keyboard BEFORE I enter a search query (particularly if it is google...)

DCarter

[richr]

Hi guys
I recently bought the Freedom keyboard, stupidly assuming it would work with my 770. I've read all the threads I can find but was wondering if there is a simple way of getting it to work??

Thanks :confused:

[wiredless]

Same here. I found a dell branded thinkoutside stowaway on ebay for $50 buy now. Must say it works great but would really like one a bit smaller.

[Karel Jansens]

Hi guys
I recently bought the Freedom keyboard, stupidly assuming it would work with my 770. I've read all the threads I can find but was wondering if there is a simple way of getting it to work??

Thanks :confused:
Check the forum. I asked the same question a while back. Short answer: it is possible, but needs MWBU (More Work By User).

...

Oh, what the heck, it's the weekend... Go here:

http://fanoush.webpark.cz/maemo/#kbdd

[dca1972]

...

1.) Has anyone used a 3rd party bluetooth GPS module with the 770 IT?

2.) Can the winshield mount be purchased separately from the LD-3W navigation pack? Are there any compatible generics out there?

I guess that was 3 questions...thanks for your support!

[Hedgecore]

Check the existing threads about Maemo Mapper or GPS Drive. Your questions should be answered in there. (They're LONG threads tho)

[carbon]

I am going on a bicycle tour and would like to use the 770 with Maemo Mapper as a tracking GPS for the trip. There will probably be little access to charging outlets during the trip. I have found that Inovus sells a solar powered charging bag which they claim will trickle charge cell and pda batteries. Does anybody have any experience with this or other solar chargers to maintain or charge the internet tablets? The Inovus product can be found at

http://www.eclipsesolargear.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=9&idproduct=16

[nspeer]

I am going on a bicycle tour and would like to use the 770 with Maemo Mapper as a tracking GPS for the trip. There will probably be little access to charging outlets during the trip. I have found that Inovus sells a solar powered charging bag which they claim will trickle charge cell and pda batteries. Does anybody have any experience with this or other solar chargers to maintain or charge the internet tablets? The Inovus product can be found at

http://www.eclipsesolargear.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=9&idproduct=16


You might want to check this out too:

http://www.solio.com/v2/