Checking the firmware on a Nokia N96 is a simple process that can be completed in a few minutes. The firmware is the software that controls the phone’s hardware, and it is important to keep it up to date to ensure that the phone is functioning properly. There are two ways to check the firmware on a Nokia N96: through the phone’s menu or by using a computer.
To check the firmware through the phone’s menu, go to Settings > Phone > Device updates. The current firmware version will be displayed on the screen. To check the firmware using a computer, connect the phone to the computer using a USB cable. Open the Nokia Suite software on the computer and select the phone from the list of devices. The firmware version will be displayed in the Device information section.