Introduced in 2007, the Nokia N76 is a thin flip phone with a generous display, web browser and 2-megapixel camera. It is was first released overseas and became available in the U.S. shorty after. Despite its positive features, the N76 has numerous connectivity issues, including poor Bluetooth capabilities. The phone's major Bluetooth problem is its lack of Bluetooth stereo.
Bluetooth Stereo
Although the Nokia N76 has Bluetooth 2.0, it does not support A2DP, which allows users to listen to Bluetooth stereo. Lack of Bluetooth stereo means users have to utilize traditional wired headphones. A Mobile Burn review indicated that the lined headphones are troublesome because the phone's hinge cannot close properly when they are connected.
Bluetooth Range
Although the European version of the N76 runs on the 3G network, the U.S. version is only capable of 2G. Due its 2G connectivity, the phone's Bluetooth does not have as wide of a range compared to 3G. Problems with 2G range are not as noticeable if you stay within a few feet of your phone.
Bluetooth Reception
The 2G capabilities also affect the N76's Bluetooth reception quality. PC Magazine and CNET reviews reported background noise when using the Bluetooth headset. Reception also depends on the quality of Bluetooth headset you use. CNET indicated that the Nokia BH-801 headset is sub-par when used with the N76 in windy conditions, while the Logitech Mobile Traveler performed better.
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