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Great news for those of you with Nokia N8, C7 or E7 handsets! Nokia have advised that from 12:30PM today this feature-packed update will begin rolling out.

What will this update do?

The Symbian Anna software update is for a three Nokia handsets – the N8-00, C7-00, and E7-00. It will fix bugs as well as bring a range of new features and ehancements to these handsets.

How to update your Nokia handset?

Two ways to update with the new software:

1. Connect your smartphone to your computer via Ovi Suite or,
2. Using FOTA (Firmware Over The Air) you can download and install it over your phone

Updating via Ovi Suite:

• Install the latest version of Nokia Ovi Suite
• Make sure to back up your personal data (i.e. videos, music and contacts) before updating
• During the update process, please do not unplug your handset

Updating via FOTA:

• Please make sure your handset is fully charged before updating
• Make sure to back up your personal data (i.e. videos, music and contacts) before updating
• Press the Menu key, select Applications, select SW Update, select desired update

How big is the file size?

• Approximately 25.6MB.

Please note

The update is available free of charge, however if you are updating your Nokia handset via Ovi Suite it will require internet connection on your PC to download and install the new update.

What’s included in the update?

• New user interface
• New Iconography
• Portrait QWERTY
• Split-screen text input
• Clean new look, superior page visibility
• Improved page load speeds
• Browse multiple sites simultaneously
• Flash Support
• Create & Accept/Reject Calendar Invites reinstated for Mail for Exchange
• Overall ‘lighter’ less demanding, smoother OS for new and existing devices
• ‘Follow’ homescreen transitions
• Updated Camera interface with improved sharing options
• OviMaps 3.06 pre-installed

Please note that depending on your handset, the list of available features may vary.

How do I get help installing the update?

Please contact Nokia on 1300 366 733 for further assistance related to upgrading your device to Symbian Anna