The Nokia N81 handset comes with a 2 Gbyte MicroSD memory card and an expandable memory option which allows the user to add memory cards to suit his storage needs. The N81 model handset is mainly black in colour with highlights of coloured edging around the casing and the navigation wheel. The handset weighing 140 grams and measuring 17.9mm x 50mm x 102mm is a light weight handset that is comfortable for the user to hold in hand and carry in pocket. This model handset from Nokia phones comes with high quality imaging features including a 2 megapixel camera complete with flash option and 20 x digital zoom. It is possible for the user to store, save and share images among the friends bringing an element of fun into it. The handset comes with a fully charged battery that will provide either up to 4 hours GSM talk time, 3 hours WCDMA talk time, 408 hours standby time, 3.5 hours QVGA video recording time, 4.5 hours QVGA video playback time, 11.5 hours.

The Nokia N81 model handset comes with other easy to use communication features including a push-to-talk call feature, a handsfree speaker phone feature, conference call and voice over IP Internet call feature. The attractive and stunning features of the handset is the built-in music function that assures the users of perfect musical entertainment. The handset comes with a high quality music player that supports all popular music formats. The 5 band equaliser allows the user to gain the best sound for the type of music being played. The FM radio feature complete with visual radio allows the user to view information on what band or artist is playing and the name of the song he is listening to.

The Nokia N81 handset comes with quad-band technology with WCDMA that allows the user to enjoy worldwide network coverage on the new handset. The presence of built-in EDGE technology helps in high speed data transfers. The phone has a variety of messaging services that allow the user to stay in contact with others quickly and easily. With the support of messaging services, it is possible for the user to share messages between all compatible messaging contacts.