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• Nokia C5 Goes Official

Nokia has officially taken the wraps off its C5 smartphone, which is geared towards social networking and sharing. Considering that social networking is one of the features of this phone, it’s no surprise to see that access to social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace is fast and easy, as well as keeping in touch via instant messaging and email via Ovi Mail. Other useful features of the C5 include free navigation via Ovi maps, a 3.2-megapixel camera, 2GB memory card (bundled) as well as access to other Ovi services such as Ovi Music and the Ovi Store. The Nokia C5 should begin shipping in selected markets in Q2 of 2010, and has an estimated price of 135 Euros ($182).

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• Nokia N97 Mini Gold Edition Dresses in 18 Carat Gold

Although we got used to see luxury handsets covered with precious metals, coming from artists like Stuart Hughes, it comes in as a surprise to see how Nokia themselves have decided to release a Nokia N97 Mini Gold Edition. Although coming with the same features as the original phone, the Golden Mini N97 (18 Carat gold) also brings an “ELLE 360 Fashion news” software application that lets the mobile user keep up with the latest in fashion trends.

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• Cheapest 3G Phone in India – Launched By Nokia

The new model of Nokia-2730 classic is the cheapest 3G Nokia phone in India.It has a fast 3G access enabling you stay on top of events,keep in touch wit ur friends and e-mail right from your phone.

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• Nokia N98 QWERTY-style slider leaked?

Being completely upfront, we can’t quite bring ourselves to believe that this is actually Nokia’s next smartphone, the N98.  However we’re suckers for a good render and BeGeek reckon they’ve “confirmed internally” that this is in fact a 4-inch smartphone that Nokia intend to launch in time for the holiday 2010 season.

Their source claims that the Nokia N98 has 32GB of storage, and we’re guessing from the single image that it’s a touchscreen device too.  OS looks to be S60, going by the homescreen panels, and BeGeek have heard a €450 price tag too ($619). Read the rest of this entry »

• Dual touch Nokia M31 cellphone concept

The Nokia M31 by Jon DeGorsky is a cellphone concept that appeals both formally as well as graphically. Boasting latest technological advancements in cellphone industry, the graphically unique mobile handset draws inspiration from crop circles and comes integrated with two touch screens which pops up after sliding the phone. The top screen displays contacts, internet, mailbox, messaging, games, calendar and tools/setting, while on the other hand, the inner screen presents numeric interface, letter interface and interface changing bar. The dual touch mobile phone sliding smoothly is sure to widen your experience. Read the rest of this entry »

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• Nokia 6788 tailor-made for China

BEIJING, China – The Nokia 6788 was unveiled today, and marks a milestone moment in the evolution of China’s high-speed 3G standard. This handset has been keenly tailored to suit the TD-SCDMA platform, the territory’s standardized 3G springboard, off of which folk in China can enjoy the best mobile 3G experience. The handset is bespoke to China in terms of technology, services and design. Read on to soak up all the first details on this exciting new device and to see the debut photos of it in our gallery below.

The 6788 has been created with the China Mobile network front of mind, meaning that folk can tap into its raft of 3G services at speed and with ease. Built on S60, the 6788 comes toting a 2.8? QVGA screen to help ensure all content is boldly brought to life, and also features a 5-megapixel camera with dual-LED flash and top Carl Zeiss optics for the sharpest breed of shots that can then be shared simply and speedily via China Mobile’s fast 3G network. It also comes stomaching 4GB of storage, enough to carry hundreds of high-res shots.

Designed by The Beijing Product Creation Centre, the Nokia 6788 has a few distinct Chinese style elements, that take cues from traditional furniture and architecture forms, and is home to traditional patterns discreetly feature on the rear of the device. It will launch in two colour variants – black with red highlights (traditionally represents something of a premium flavour), and a brown version with a pinch of gold (which represents aristocracy).

Nokia CEO, Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo, had this to say on the launch of the 6788 in China:

“Nokia sees TD-SCDMA as being central to the successful evolution of 3G in China, and so is fully committed to this 3G standard. With a wide range of integrated China Mobile applications, the Nokia 6788 marks a new level of collaboration with China Mobile and offers enriched experiences to China’s 3G users. Nokia plans to introduce more TD-SCDMA phones in the near future, further boosting the development of this 3G standard in China.”
Nokia’s support and commitment towards China’s 3G standard was welcomed as a significant moment in the evolution of the platform by Mr. Lu Xiangdong, Vice President of China Mobile Communications Corporation:

“We are excited to see the launch of Nokia 6788. With extensive experience in the China market, Nokia will provide Chinese consumers with TD-SCDMA solutions that are perfectly catered to their needs. Such cooperation between the world’s largest operator and the world’s leading mobile phone manufacturer will provide an important boost to the development of TD-SCDMA in China.”
The Nokia 6788 will go on sale in China at the end of December.

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• Nokia and Verizon Wireless introduce colorful 2705 Shade

Well, the company now teams up with Verizon Wireless to announce the Nokia 2705 Shade. The Shade is said to be a lightweight and compact handset that connects with colors in a unique way.

This brand new flip phone is small enough to fit into any pocket or purse. Flaunting a unique and stylish body, the Nokia 2705 will be made available with, as well as without a camera. Flaunting a large display, this handset is said to be one of the smallest device available via Verizon.

The sleek and stylish Shade comes embedded with a VZ NavigatorSM. The NavigatorSM is capable of providing users an access to more than 15 million points of interest. The battery of this handset is said to provide users with approximately 300 minutes of usage time or up to 360 hours of standby time. The Shade also incorporates 1.3 megapixel camera along with text, picture and voice messaging capabilities. Offering compatibility with Bluetooth and Micro USB 2.0, the 2705 is said to store around 1000 contacts.

The Nokia 2705 Shade will be made available from October 6 via Verizon Wireless’ official website. Verizon will offer this handset for a price of $29.99 after a two year agreement. Nokia will offer interchangeable Xpress-on covers to complement this black phone. The covers will be made available in Red, Blue and purple color options for a price of $19.99 each. Those who purchase the handset during the Domestic Violence Awareness Month will receive a free picture frame phone lanyard and a purple Nokia Xpress-on cover.

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• US getting Nokia N900 on September 27th?

he Nokia N900 is Nokia (NYSE: NOK)’s first Maemo-powered device to sport smartphone functionality. The N900 comes from the same lineage that gave birth to the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet, but it transcends the “Internet Tablet” segment with true phone features – quad-band GSM/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900Mhz) support, 5.0-megapixel camera and GPS (just to name a few). With the Linux-based Maemo platform offering a fresh, touch-friendly interface on the Nokia N900, it’s basically the hottest smartphone to come out of Espoo since S60 was put in play. And, according to the latest rumblings along the mobile grapevine, the N900 may just be coming Stateside on September 27th!

Nokia is already offering Americans the Nokia N900 on pre-order status for $649, so it’s bound to hit US shores in the near term. The Nokia Blog is reporting that US distributors will be taking delivery of the N900 on Sept 27. The distributor ship date is still an estimation from Nokia, but if it holds true, retailers may very well start offering the Nokia N900 shortly thereafter. That’s good news. The bad news? Nokia’s promised Nokia N86 NAM (North America) has yet to hit retail shelves.

Quick recap on the N900’s specs:

* ARM Cortex-A8 processor @ 600 MHz (Texas Instruments OMAP 3430)
* 5MP camera with Carl Zeiss optics; 800 × 480 resolution video recording
* 3.5 inch 800 × 480 resolution touch screen
* Up to 1GB of application memory (256 MB RAM and up to 768 MB of virtual memory) and OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration
* 32 GB of storage built in, expandable to 48 GB via microSD
* 110.9 mm × 59.8 mm × 18 mm (19.55 mm at thickest part); 181 grams
* 10.2 Mbps HSPA (900/1700/2100 MHz), quadband GSM/EDGE, Bluetooth 2.1 and WLAN
* Browser powered by Mozilla technology, full Adobe Flash 9.4 support, the ability to copy and paste from the browser
* GPS

And, if that’s not enough to make you want an N900, check out this video:

US getting Nokia N900 on September 27th?

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• Nokia N86 available in the US, finally

It’s finally here! If you head over to Amazon or the Nokia flagship stores in Chicago or NY, you will find the preorder sign taken down and the N86 in the flesh, ready to find its new owners. The 8-megapixel shooter is going for $469 on Amazon while the flagship stores sell it for $499, a bit high yet less than the $558 price that was originally mentioned. Of course, it’s up to you guys to decide if the N86 and its 2.6-inch QVGA OLED display, 3G support, WiFi, GPS, and its selling point, the 8mpx Carl Zeiss lens with dual LED flash deserves your wad of greens or if you have already decided on a better device!

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• nokia-2200-budget-slider-mobile-phone

The new Nokia 2200 is an entry level stylish slider mobile from Nokia.It is a GSM mobile featuring Symbian S40 operating system, 1.3 megapixel camera, FM radio, 128 x 160 pixel display, and 3.5mm audio-jack.