Wi-Fi explained

Wi-Fi allows your Nokia phone to connect to the internet, without wires.


Wi-Fi in brief

  • an easy way to get internet access on the move
  • a Wi-Fi enabled device can connect to the internet within 100m of a connection point
  • allows full, fast internet access
  • once connected, browsing is free and wont be added to your phone bill

What is Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi technology (also known as WLAN) is a way of connecting to the internet without cables or a contract. In fact, accessing the internet with Wi-Fi is often completely free.

Wi-Fi devices connect to the internet via a wireless connection point known as a Hotspot, which can be accessed within a range of about 100 metres.

Wi-Fi allows high-speed access to the internet, so you can browse the web, send emails and files, and use the internet in exactly the same way you would with your home computer.

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Does my mobile phone have Wi-Fi?


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Why use Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi Hotspots are becoming increasingly common in hotels, cafés, airports and offices. Connect to a Hotspot and enjoy instant internet access in the palm of your hand so you catch up on news, work, play or simply browse.

  • email on the go – send and receive emails away from your main computer
  • send and receive files – as well as emails, you can send files and attachments such as office documents or music files
  • work your social networks – catch up with friends through social networking sites and online chat
  • surf the web without paying data costs : connect to a hotspot and web access is free so you won't have to worry about increasing your phone bill
  • share photos and video in an instant – take photos or video with your phone and instantly upload them so they can be shared with friends and family
  • listen and watch – once connected, watch videos and clips from your favourite websites, or listen to one of the many online radio stations.
  • play games – play mobile games online or share your high scores with the world
  • connect at home– If you have a wireless network or router at home simply connect your phone and browse the web from any room

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