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You can write other types of messages on the communicator interface. See "Messaging{No generated text before found for '#comma'}" p.25.

When sending messages, your device may display the words Message sent. This is an indication that the message has been sent by your device to the message centre number programmed into your device. This is not an indication that the message has been received at the intended destination. For more details about messaging services, check with your service provider. To write a text message, select Write message, and write the message. To send the message, press the Call key or Send, and enter the recipient's phone number, or press Find to search for it in the contacts list. If you press Options while writing the message, you can, for example, send the message to several recipients, or save the message for later use.

Tip: To access the short message editor in standby mode, press the scroll key left.

To view the contents of a text message folder, select Folders and the desired folder. To create a new folder, press Options in the folder list and select Add folder.

Tip: To open the Inbox folder in standby mode, press the scroll key right.

To define or edit your voice mailbox number (network service), select Voice messages > Voice mailbox number. Key in the number, or search for it in the contacts list. You can obtain the voice mailbox number from your service provider or network operator.

To listen to your voice messages (network service), select Voice messages > Listen to voice messages.

To send a service command to your service provider (network service), select Service commands. Write the command, and press the Call key or Send.

Call log

You can view the phone numbers of missed, received, and dialed calls, and the approximate length of your calls.

The phone saves missed and received calls only if the network supports these functions and if the phone is switched on and within the network service area.

Press Menu, and select Call log.

You can also view recent calls information on the communicator interface. See "Viewing dialed, received, and missed calls{No generated text before found for '#comma'}" p.22.

Contacts

You can view and manage the names and phone numbers (contacts) that you have saved in the phone memory or the SIM card. In the phone memory, you can save names with several phone numbers. The number of names that you can save depends on the amount of information you have saved for each name.

In the SIM card memory, you can save one phone number for each name.

You can also use the more extensive Contacts application on the communicator interface.

Shortcuts to the contacts list

You can also access the contacts list in the following ways:

In standby mode, press Names (if available), or press Go to, and select Contacts.

In standby mode, scroll down to the desired name, press Details, and scroll to a number.

During a call, press Options, and select Contacts.

Searching for, adding, and deleting contacts

To search for a contact, in standby mode, press Menu, and select Contacts > Find, or press the scroll key down in standby mode. Key in the first letters of the desired name. Scroll to the desired name, and press Details. Scroll through the phone numbers added to the name.

To save a name and phone number in the selected memory, press Menu, and select Contacts > Add contact. Key in the first name, and press OK. If you are using the telephone memory, key in the second name, and press OK. Key in the phone number, including the area code, and press OK. Select the number type, and press Select > Done.

Tip: To use the phone number while abroad, press twice (for the + character), and key in the country code, area code (omit the leading zero, if necessary), and phone number.

Tip: To quickly save a name and phone number in standby mode, key in the phone number, and press Save. Key in the first name, and press OK. Key in the second name, and press OK > Done.

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Nokia 9500 manual Call log, Contacts, Shortcuts to the contacts list, Searching for, adding, and deleting contacts

9500 specifications

The Nokia 9500 Communicator, launched in 2004, stands as a landmark device in the evolution of mobile technology, blending the features of a smartphone with the functionality of a handheld computer. It was part of Nokia's Communicator series, which was known for its advanced features, and the 9500 was particularly significant due to its innovative design and robust capabilities.

One of the standout features of the Nokia 9500 is its distinctive clamshell design. When closed, it resembles a traditional mobile phone, compact and easy to carry. However, upon opening, the device reveals a full QWERTY keyboard and a large display, offering an exceptional typing experience for those who frequently send emails or create documents on the go. The keyboard is spacious and tactile, making it ideal for productivity tasks.

The 9500 is equipped with the Symbian OS, specifically the Series 80 user interface, which was optimized for the Communicator's unique form factor. Users could multitask efficiently, switching between applications seamlessly, which was a remarkable feature for its time. It supported various productivity applications including calendar, contacts, and word processing, enhancing its appeal to business users.

In terms of connectivity, the Nokia 9500 offers a range of options. It includes support for GPRS, providing users with internet access even while on the move. Wi-Fi capabilities further expanded its utility, allowing for faster data transfer rates and easier access to the internet in hot spots. Bluetooth technology was also included, enabling wireless data sharing with other devices.

The device features a 640x200 pixel display, which was impressive for its time, ensuring that both text and images were clear and easily readable. The Nokia 9500 also came with a camera, which was a novelty for mobile devices in the early 2000s, allowing users to capture images on the go.

Another important aspect of the 9500 is its battery life. It was designed to support extended usage, making it a reliable choice for professionals who needed to stay connected throughout the day. The device also supported expandable memory through a miniSD card slot, providing further flexibility for users to store more data.

In summary, the Nokia 9500 Communicator was a pioneering device that combined the functionalities of a mobile phone and a laptop. With its robust design, keyboard, productivity applications, and connectivity options, it set a foundation for future smartphones, showcasing what mobile computing could achieve long before the era of modern smartphones.