Personal digital assistant

13 Personal digital assistant

Your phone features a personal digital assistant which includes a calendar, to-do list, a calculator, currency converter, and a stopwatch. Each of these features can help you organize your everyday life.

• CALENDAR

The calendar keeps track of notes, calls, meetings, and birthdays. It can also sound an alarm when it is time for you to make a call, go to a meeting, or wake up.

To get to the calendar feature, select Organizer > Calendar, or press and hold the right arrow on the Scroll key when at the start screen.

Note: Your phone must be on to use this function. Do not switch on the phone when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.

Options in day view

VIEW DAY

This option allows you to view notes added to a specific day.

MAKE A NOTE

You can use predictive text when writing a note. If it is not already active, choose it from the Options menu. For more information, see “Turn on text input” on page 25.

1To make a note for a specific date, select the date and Options > Make a note > Meeting, Call, Birthday, Memo, or Reminder.

2The maximum length of a calendar note is 256 characters.

3Press Options > Save to save your note.

4Follow the prompts for the type of note you have selected. Press Options and select an item from the list, or press OK where appropriate, to complete your note:

Meeting—Enter a subject, location, and start time.

Call—Enter the phone number, name, time, and alarm option.

Birthday—Enter the person’s name, year of birth, and alarm option. The note displays the person’s age.

Memo—Enter a subject, end date, and alarm option. Reminder—Enter the reminder, and alarm option

GO TO DATE

To go to a specific date, enter the date and press OK. The month appears and the date you entered is highlighted.

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6560 specifications

The Nokia 6560 is a mobile phone that was released as part of Nokia's long-standing tradition of producing reliable and feature-rich devices. Launched in the early 2000s, this device showcased the classic design elements that Nokia was known for, including a sturdy build and user-friendly interface.

One of the main features of the Nokia 6560 is its compact size, making it portable and easy to handle. The device features a monochrome display, which was typical for phones of its era. The screen size may not compare to modern smartphones, but it provided sufficient visibility for calls and messages. The phone is equipped with tactile buttons that respond well, offering users a comfortable typing experience.

Technologically, the Nokia 6560 operates on the GSM network, which was one of the most widely adopted digital mobile communications technologies at the time. This allowed users to enjoy quality calls and enhanced connectivity. The phone supports dual-band GSM, ensuring broader network coverage. Users could enjoy reliable service in urban areas and even in some rural locales.

The Nokia 6560 offers a range of features that cater to the needs of mobile users. It includes a built-in address book capable of storing a significant number of contacts. Additionally, users can send and receive SMS text messages, a popular form of communication during that period. The phone’s battery life is another highlight, providing long talk times and standby durations, making it practical for daily use without the constant need for recharging.

Furthermore, the Nokia 6560 supports basic customizable ringtones, allowing users to personalize their devices. It also includes a few built-in games, which offered entertainment during downtime. Despite not being a smartphone by today’s standards, the Nokia 6560 provides essential tools that focus on communication and connectivity.

In conclusion, the Nokia 6560 stands as a testament to the durability and reliability that Nokia is known for. With its straightforward design, GSM connectivity, and user-friendly features, it fulfilled the needs of mobile users during its time. While it may lack the advanced capabilities of modern smartphones, the Nokia 6560 remains an iconic device that many users fondly remember for its simplicity and robustness.