S60 Software

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S60 Software


What is S60 Software?

S60 software is what makes your S60 device more like a small computer than a conventional mobile phone.It provides both the basic phone functionality, and the advanced applications expected in today's phones.Just as importantly, it provides the intuitive, full-color user interface that makes using your handheld device as simple and as enjoyable as possible.

S60 software enables you to download additional applications to your device, access email and Internet, play games, and listen to music. It also allows you to run several applications at the same time without closing them.

S60 software lets you personalize the display and alter the appearance of your phone's user interface (UI) by using UI themes to change the background, icons, colors, and graphics or by re-arranging the menu to match your priorities. In addition, S60 devices can be easily connected to your PC via USB, Bluetooth or IrDA to transfer pictures, music, videos, documents and applications, and to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and email.

Whether your S60 device was chosen with imaging, business, music, or games in mind, you can choose from thousands of add-on applications to tailor your smartphone and keep up with your changing needs and tastes.

S60 Applications From games and entertainment to personal productivity and business, find out more about the applications you're looking for at www.s60.com


Frequently Asked Questions


Frequently Asked Questions: Find answers to frequently asked questions about S60 software.


1. What is S60 software?
S60 software consists of a user interface and all of the software and applications necessary to run a smartphone. S60 software runs on the open Symbian OS (operating system). In addition to existing applications, you can also install additional applications.


2. What are the main benefits of S60 software?
S60 software allows you to do more with your device: Install add-on applications, tailor your device's appearance and functionality, browse the Internet, send and receive emails, and synchronize your device with your PC.


3. Who makes or owns S60 software?
S60 is developed by Nokia and licensed by some of the foremost mobile device manufacturers in the world.S60 software, built on the Symbian OS (operating system), is the world's leading smartphone platform, with millions of devices and thousands of mobile applications on the market.


4. Where can I find additional applications or software for my device?
There are many places where you can find additional applications and content. Take a look at your operator portal or visit www.s60.com/applications for more information.


5. How do I add new applications or software to my device?
You can add content to your S60 device in many different ways. You can download content with your browser, have it sent via MMS, or transfer it from your PC via Infrared or Bluetooth connections.


There are many places you can download content, such as your operator portal or other service providers' web sites. Go to an operator portal, click on a link to download the application or software, and install it as guided on the display of your device. It really is that simple. For more detailed information, refer to your device's user guide.


6. How do I remove applications or software that I no longer need?
You can delete the application in the Application Manager that can be found in the Menu of your device. For more detailed information, refer to your device's user guide.


7. Can my device get a virus, or other malware, from downloading new applications?
You can help protect your device against mobile malware by being careful when accepting applications sent via Bluetooth or as an MMS attachment. As a rule of thumb, don't download, approve or install applications from unknown or unreliable sources.


To improve security, the latest S60 3rd Edition software includes a new security architecture that can be used to further improve protection against mobile malware. For added protection, S60 software allows you to add anti-virus and encryption applications.