On-screen keyboard

•Tabulator key (1)—Adds a tabulator space or moves the cursor to the next available text input field.

•[Caps] (2)—Locks the uppercase characters of the keyboard. In the handwriting recognition mode, switches between the normal and special character recognition modes.

•Shift key (3)—Allows you to enter an uppercase character in the on-screen keyboard mode when you write in lowercase. When you tap this key in the handwriting recognition mode, the last lowercase character switches to uppercase, and vice versa.

•Input menu key (4)—Opens the text input menu, which includes commands such as Edit > Copy, Cut, and Paste. You can also access the text input settings from the text input menu.

•On-screen keyboard (5)

•Space bar (6)—Inserts a space. This area also shows word completion.

•Numeric keyboard (7)—When you press the shift key, the most common special characters are displayed in this area.

•Backspace key (8)—Deletes the character to the left of the cursor.

•Enter key (9)—Moves the cursor to the next row or text input field. Additional functions are based on the current context (for example, in the web address field of the web browser, it acts as a go button).

•Special character key (10)—Opens a view, in which you can select from commonly used special characters, symbols, and language character accents.

•Close (11)—Closes the on-screen keyboard and handwriting recognition input area.

To use handwriting gestures on top of the on-screen keyboard, do the following:

Draw gesture 1 for a backspace or gesture 2 for a space. Draw gesture 3 on a letter to switch between uppercase and lowercase letters or gesture 4 to add a line break.

Overview

N800 specifications

The Nokia N800 and N810 are groundbreaking Internet tablets that were launched in the mid-2000s, showcasing Nokia's push into portable computing and mobile internet devices. With their sleek design and innovative functionality, these devices catered to a growing demand for connectivity and multimedia on the go.

The Nokia N800, released in early 2007, featured a 4.13-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 800x480 pixels, making it perfect for browsing the web, reading emails, and watching videos. It was powered by a Texas Instruments OMAP 2420 processor, providing adequate performance for most tasks. The device came equipped with 256 MB of RAM and 256 MB of internal flash storage, expandable via a SD card slot. Its built-in Wi-Fi capabilities allowed seamless access to the internet, while Bluetooth support enabled connectivity with other devices.

The standout feature of the N800 was its operating system, Maemo, a Linux-based platform that supported a wide range of applications. This open-source environment allowed developers to create software tailored to the needs of users, promoting a sense of community and collaboration. The device was notable for its ability to handle VoIP calls, enabling users to make phone calls over the internet, adding versatility to its functionality.

In late 2007, Nokia unveiled the N810. This successor came with several enhancements, including a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, making text input much more convenient for users. The N810 featured a slightly improved processor, 400 MHz OMAP 2420, and continued to offer the 4.13-inch touchscreen. The internal memory was expanded to 1 GB, alongside better graphics performance.

Another key upgrade in the N810 was the inclusion of GPS technology, which catered to users looking for navigation solutions. The device also supported a more extensive range of internet services and applications, leveraging the capabilities of its updated Maemo operating system. With support for Adobe Flash and enhanced media playback, the N810 became an even more formidable tool for media consumption.

Both the N800 and N810 were notable for their long battery life, which made them ideal for extended use during travel or in locations without immediate access to power. In summary, the Nokia N800 and N810 marked significant steps in the evolution of portable internet devices, blending communication, media, and computing power in stylish and user-friendly packages. While they may not have achieved widespread commercial success, they laid the groundwork for future innovations in the realm of mobile computing.