<p>Nokia has upgraded the Asha 501 with WhatApp, Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync features and voice-over-IP.</p><p>While waiting for the completion of Microsoft's acquisition of the company's Devices &amp; Services business, Nokia has continued to work on improving the competitiveness of the Asha family in the face of almost insurmountable competition from cheap Android-based devices.</p><p>The Asha 501 was originally launched in May. The GSM phone has a 3-inch screen, a 3.2-megapixel camera, Wi-Fi and a choice between one or two SIM cards. Offering the latter has become a must in many developing countries. The list price at the time of the launch was US$99 without taxes and subsidies. To continue reading, register here to become an InsiderIt's FREE to join</p><p>IDG News Service - Nokia has upgraded the Asha 501 with WhatApp, Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync features and voice-over-IP.</p><p><a href="http://www.networkworld.com/news/2013/112113-nokia-updates-asha-501-adds-276214.html">Keep reading...</a></p><p>Read also:</p><p><a href="http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/nokia-asha-501-gets-software-update-brings-whatsapp-and-more-449048">Nokia Asha 501 gets software update, brings WhatsApp and more</a> (NDTV)</p><p>Explore: <a href="http://news.google.com/news/more?ncl=diZS2sYaq3O9l4M4HIxi3_tCP-maM&ned=us">59 additional articles.</a></p>