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On the General page, define the following:

Service center in use — Select the message center to deliver the messages.

Delivery report — Select whether to view the status of the sent text messages in Log.

Send text message — Select when to send the text messages. If you select Upon request, you must select a message in Outbox and press Send to send it.

Validity period — Select how long the message center stores messages if a recipient cannot be reached. Note that the network must support this feature.

On the Concatenation page, define the following:

Concatenation — Select No to send text messages longer than 160 characters as several messages. Select Yes to send text messages that are longer than 160 characters as several messages, and allow them to be received as one long message by compatible devices. Sending a message over 160 characters may be more expensive than one message.

Confirm multipart messages — Select whether you want to see a confirmation note when you try to send text messages exceeding 160 characters.

On the Advanced page, define the following:

Reply via same center — Select whether the reply to your message should be sent using the same message center number your message used.

Include original in reply — Select whether to copy the text from a received text message to your reply.

Preferred connection — Select whether to send the text message by GSM network or GPRS. Note that the message will be send through GPRS only if GPRS is available. If GPRS is not available, the message will be sent through GSM.

You can also edit text message options in Desk > Tools > Control panel > Messaging.

Modifying message center settings

To view message centers, press Menu, and select Tools > Account settings.... Select Text message, and press Edit. In General, press Service centers.

To edit message centers, press Edit, and enter the Service center name and Service center number.

To add new message centers, press New, and enter the Service center name and Service center number. To delete message centers, scroll to a center, and press Delete.

Managing messages on the SIM card

Text messages may be stored on your SIM card.

To view text messages on the SIM card, press Menu, and select Receive > SIM messages.

To open a text message on the SIM card, select the message, and press Move. The message is moved to the Inbox and deleted from the SIM card. Press Close to exit the SIM messages dialog. In Inbox, select the message, and press Open.

To copy a text message from the SIM card, select the message, and press Copy. The message is copied to the Inbox, and the original remains on the SIM card.

To remove a text message from the SIM card, select the message, and press Delete.

Picture messages

Note: Picture message function can be used only if it is supported by your network operator or service provider. Only devices that offer picture message features can receive and display picture messages.

To view a picture message, select the message in Messaging, and press Open.

To reply to the sender, press Reply via text msg.. Note that the picture is not included in the reply.

To forward a picture message, press Forward. Press Recipient to select a recipient, write the message text, and press Send. Note that the picture message text cannot be longer than 120 characters.

Multimedia messages

Note: Only devices that offer compatible multimedia message or e-mail features can receive and display multimedia messages.

The appearance of a multimedia message may vary depending on the receiving device. The default setting of the multimedia message service is generally on.

Creating and sending multimedia messages

A multimedia message can contain text, images, or sound or video clips.

Note that this function can be used only if it is supported by your network operator or service provider.

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Nokia 9500 Multimedia messages, Modifying message center settings, Managing messages on the SIM card, Picture messages

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.