The Nokia 5230 is compatible with GPRS technology, which lets users browse the Internet. GPRS usage should only be turned off if you don't need to access your Web browser or any applications that communicate with a server. If you go out of range of the GPRS network, your connection may not work even though you have enabled GPRS usage.
GPRS
GPRS stands for General Packet Radio Services. The wireless connection affords Internet access to the Nokia 5230 by sending packets of data to and from a network. Without GPRS, you won't be able to navigate websites on your cellphone. The settings for GPRS in a Nokia 5230, such as the access point name for your wireless provider, are automatically programmed into the device at the time of purchase.
GPRS Usage
The GPRS setting on your Nokia 5230 is turned on by default, but users are allowed to turn the service off. The main reason to turn off GPRS usage is to conserve your phone's battery life. The exchange of data packets depletes the battery on the phone more quickly than just using telephone capabilities. You might also turn off GPRS because you are going into a rural area and don't want the phone to roam for data connection, which can be quite expensive.
Checking Usage
You can check whether or not your device is currently using GPRS by going to the "Video Center" screen and choosing "Options" and then "Settings." In the "Connection Settings" portion of the menu, choose "Confirm GPRS Usage." From that "Confirm GPRS Usage" screen, you will see whether or not the setting is on, and toggle the setting between the "On" and "Off" icons. When you toggle GPRS to the "Off" position, your Web browser immediately becomes disabled.
EGPRS
If you see two lines with an "E" above them on your homepage, the device is connected to an EGPRS network. EGPRS is an enhanced GPRS network, also called an EDGE network, that increases the speed of data transmission on your phone. It affords you faster website loading and file downloads. Your Nokia 5230 will automatically use EGPRS when you are in an area that offers it, provided GPRS is turned on. If you disable the usage of GPRS, you are also disabling the use of EGPRS for transferring data.
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