Nokia Beta Labs has developed Java Runtime 2.1 for Symbian^3 and has just launched a beta to try in our Nokia 5800, 5530, 5230 or X6.
JRT 2.1 Beta introduces the following key usability and performance improvements:
Improved installation user experience: The user needs to accept only a single confirmation dialog when installing a MIDlet.Improved MIDlet start-up experience: The Java Runtime displays an instant start-up screen, providing users immediate feedback that the MIDlet is about to start.Improved security user experience: The Java Runtime shows the user fewer security dialogs during runtime. For certified MIDlets, full permissions can be granted in one go.The Java Runtime automatically detects whether a MIDlet needs the on-screen keypad (OSK). The OSK allows Canvas-based MIDlets that rely exclusively on key input to work in the touch UI. The OSK is shown only if a MIDlet does not implement touch event support.
JRT 2.1 Beta includes the following new developer APIs or API changes:
Nokia UI API updated to version 1.4:- New TextEditor API that allows MIDlets to access platform editors directly in Canvas
- Screen saver prevention without affecting ambient light
- Saving text to the system clipboard
- AudioOutputControl extension for controlling which audio output device, for example the device loudspeaker or earpiece, is used to play back audio
TextBox presented as pop-up on top of the MIDlet UIMIDlets can define a splash screen that is displayed on start-upPlatformRequest extension that allows MIDlets to launch other MIDlets and native Symbian applications and pass arguments to them
JRT 2.1 Beta also includes a number of additional new features specific to the Symbian^3 platform. These features are mainly hardware-dependant and not available on S60 5th Edition devices.
Before download and install you must have 20 Mb of free space on drive C:. Java Runtime 2.1 occupies 4 MB.
Download | Java Runtime 2.1
