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Sony Ericsson unveils UMTS P990 smartphone

ony Ericsson emphasised its continued commitment to Symbian OS today with the announcement of its next generation smartphone to the global development community. The P990 will be the first commercially available smartphone to adopt the enhanced Symbian OS version 9.1 and UIQ 3 software platform

London, October 10, 2005 – Sony Ericsson emphasised its continued commitment to Symbian OS today with the announcement of its next generation smartphone to the global development community. The P990 will be the first commercially available smartphone to adopt the enhanced Symbian OS version 9.1 and UIQ 3 software platform. This flagship UMTS smartphone is Wi-Fi enabled, has a 2 megapixel camera with autofocus and features a new hardware keyboard beneath the flip-down keypad. The phone will start shipping during Q1 of 2006.

Technical specifications Function or feature, P990 support

Operating system – Symbian OS v9.1
Software platform – UIQ v3.0
Size – 114 x 57 x 25
Weight – 155g with battery and flip keyboard
Screen – Large 2.8 inch QVGA (240 x 320) touch screen with 262 k colours that supports landscape view for camera, video imaging and browsing
Interaction – Using touch screen, 3 way Jog Dial and dedicated buttons
WLAN – 802.11b compliant
Bluetooth – Includes car handsfree profile
Infrared – Yes
USB – Yes and charging via USB
UMTS – E-GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900 and UMTS 2100
Application memory – Up to 80 MB user free memory
Camera – Integrated 2 megapixel CommuniCorder 24 bit colour depth, autofocus for still pictures, video clip recording and video calls
Video telephony – Application included which allows video calls and video conferencing via the built-in dual cameras
Media player – Supports playback, streaming and playlists
Activity menu – Customizable top level menu
Upgradeable – Via Sony Ericsson Update Service
FM/RDS radio – Yes
Browser – Opera browser (version 8) supporting frames and javascript
Push email – Prepared for all major e-mail solutions including Research in Motion (Blackberry)
Messaging – SMS, MMS and email
PIM applications – Contacts, Calendar, To Do, Jotter for notes and sketches, Voice memo and Calculator, Converter, Stop Watch and Timer
Viewers – Microsoft Excel. Word, Powerpoint and Adobe PDF
Editors – Microsoft Word and Excel
Themes – Easy personalisation of animated icons, screensavers, wallpapers and skins
Speaker phone – Yes
Memory Stick – Memory Stick PRO Duo slot for up to 4 GB removable memory. 64 MB supplied
Flight mode – Includes option to turn Wi-Fi on
Local and remote synchronisation – via SyncML
Business telephony – Yes
Java™ ME platform support – Both CDC and CLDC environments supported:
- JTWI 1.0 (JSR-185) consisting of Connected Limited Device Configuration (CLDC) 1.1 HI (JSR-139), MIDP 2.0 (JSR-118), WMA 1.1 (JSR-120). – PDA Optional Packages (JSR-75), Bluetooth (JSR-82), Wireless Messaging API 2.0 (JSR-205), Web Services (JSR-172), Mobile Media API (JSR-135), Mobile 3D Graphics (JSR-184), Nokia UI API 1.1
- Connected Device Configuration (CDC) 1.0 (JSR-36) – Foundation Profile 1.0 (JSR-46), Personal Profile 1.0 (JSR-62),PDA Optional Packages (JSR-75)
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N-Gage Academy teaches mobile phone users to download and share games

Nokia has launched an on-line campaign, N-Gage Academy, to teach mobile phone users how to download and share games. The campaign enables customers with a selected Nokia phone to order a fun mini-game free of charge, and share the game via Bluetooth connection with another compatible Nokia mobile phone.

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N-Gage Academy teaches mobile phone users to download and share games

Espoo, Finland – Nokia has launched an on-line campaign, N-Gage Academy, to teach mobile phone users how to download and share games. The campaign enables customers with a selected Nokia phone to order a fun mini-game free of charge, and share the game via Bluetooth connection with another compatible Nokia mobile phone.

Gerard Wiener, Vice President, Games Business Program, Nokia said, "The N-Gage Academy located only at N-Gage.com, is our way of showing how easy it is to download games onto your Nokia mobile phone." Wiener continued, "Gamers can also send the mini-game to their friends by Bluetooth. The N-Gage Academy campaign shows everyone that mobile gaming is fun and that everyone can play. This is also something we want to do with our next generation of mobile gaming on Nokia smartphones – with fantastic gaming quality!"

Visitors to the N-Gage Academy (http://www.n-gage.com/academy) can simply send a mini-game to another compatible Nokia mobile phone, either by WAP/GPRS settings or, by downloading the mini-game ZIP file to a personal computer for transfer by Bluetooth or MMC, with at least 2MB of memory.

The game is presented by N-Gage QD, the gamers phone and can also be played and sent virally from N-Gage.com to a friend’s PC.

About N-Gage

The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer game play over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.

Nokia and Symantec to collaborate in enhancing security for smartphones

Nokia and Symantec Corporation today announced that the two companies have signed an agreement that enables Nokia to provide its Series 60 based smartphones with Symantec Mobile Security. Through this agreement, Nokia will be able to preload their Series 60 and Symbian OS based mobile devices with Symantec’s mobile security solutions, offering increased protection for consumer and business users against mobile malware threats.

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Nokia and Symantec to collaborate in enhancing security for smartphones

Cupertino, CA, USA / Espoo, Finland – Nokia and Symantec Corporation today announced that the two companies have signed an agreement that enables Nokia to provide its Series 60 based smartphones with Symantec Mobile Security. Through this agreement, Nokia will be able to preload their Series 60 and Symbian OS based mobile devices with Symantec’s mobile security solutions, offering increased protection for consumer and business users against mobile malware threats.

"As the leading mobile device manufacturer, Nokia is determined to be active in the development of security controls and preventive measures against malware. The collaboration with Symantec, the leading security solution provider, is another step in our aim to bring the most advanced security features into Series 60 based devices," says Matti Vänskä, Director, Nokia Technology Platforms.

As smartphone purchasing and usage become more prolific Nokia and Symantec want to offer security solutions that will help protect personal information, such as contact databases, stored on smartphones in addition to connected networks.

"Mobile devices are changing the way consumers and businesses live and work," said Sarah Hicks, Vice President of mobile and wireless solutions, Symantec Corp. "As more and more data, including financial and personal details, are being stored on mobile devices, they are increasingly at risk to malware threats. This agreement with Symantec allows Nokia to provide key security features to the Series 60 Platform and Series 60 based smartphones."

Symantec has been working with Nokia for more than two years to develop mobile security technology and systems for mobile devices. The new agreement strengthens the existing relationship by enabling Nokia to provide increased protection for the smartphones running the Series 60 Platform. The agreement also will enable the other Series 60 licensees to evaluate and test Symantec’s mobile security solutions for their Series 60 based smartphones.

About Symantec Mobile Security

Symantec Mobile Security for Symbian OS is an integrated security client that protects smartphones from wireless threats. As mobile phones acquire more computer-like capabilities, they also become more vulnerable to viruses and hackers. Symantec Mobile Security for Symbian OS protects against those risks. The software starts safeguarding a phone as soon as it is installed, automatically turning on virus protection and closing vulnerable ports. Symantec virus protection defends against viruses, worms, and Trojan horses, automatically removing any it finds.

The AutoProtect feature runs continuously in the background, watching for malicious code in SMS, EMS, MMS, HTTP, and email files. Users can also manually scan applications and file archives. Additionally, a built-in firewall blocks suspicious incoming and outgoing connection attempts on the phone’s LAN/WAN connection. Symantec LiveUpdate Wireless technology makes it easy to stay protected against new threats by downloading software and protection updates over the wireless network.

About Symantec

Symantec is the world leader in providing solutions to help individuals and enterprises assure the security, availability, and integrity of their information. Headquartered in Cupertino, Calif., Symantec has operations in more than 40 countries. More information is available at www.symantec.com.

About Nokia

Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.com.

Nokia and CTi Movil sign expansion deal for GSM/EDGE networks in Argentina

Nokia and CTi M?vil Argentina have signed a deal for the expansion of GSM/EDGE networks to Argentina, including large investments to all regions of the country. The expansions are to be implemented before end of 2005, and deliveries have already begun.

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Nokia and CTi M?vil sign expansion deal for GSM/EDGE networks in Argentina

Project delivers the first Release 4 MSC Server to Argentina, enabling CTI M?vil’s future transition into 3G in one of the fastest growing markets globally.

Espoo, Finland – Nokia and CTi M?vil Argentina have signed a deal for the expansion of GSM/EDGE networks to Argentina, including large investments to all regions of the country. The expansions are to be implemented before end of 2005, and deliveries have already begun.

In this latest expansion with Nokia, CTi M?vil, part of the Am?rica M?vil group, will increase its GSM/EDGE capacity to serve massive subscriber growth. The expansion will also improve the quality of service, as CTi M?vil has set the highest targets for the standard of quality for its subscribers. CTi M?vil continues its investments into 2006, and Nokia is fully committed to support CTi M?vil in its objective to continue providing the highest quality mobile services in Argentina.

In addition to GSM/EDGE radio technology, Nokia is supplying the latest 3GPP Release 4 MSC Server mobile softswitching technology. This is the first Release 4 MSC Server delivery to Argentina, and prepares the CTI M?vil network for the entry of 3G technology. Nokia will also provide a wide range of services, including project management, and implementation, planning and optimization services for fast rollout of the network expansion. Also included are care, hardware and training services, as well as operations support services to keep the solution running at peak performance. The system is supported by the Nokia NetAct(TM), the only fully featured, multi-vendor, multi-technology operations support system on a single platform.

The implementation of the most modern switching technology has so far been carried out in the regions of Buenos Aires, Neuquen, Junin, Rosario, San Vicente and Cordoba as the first steps toward rolling out this technology all over Argentina.

Nokia remains the main supplier of GSM/EDGE radio network equipment to CTi M?vil Argentina, and also delivers the latest switching technology to CTI M?vil’s networks in Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay, including also the Nokia MSC Server to Paraguay.

"We are delighted to continue our successful cooperation with CTi M?vil in supporting its tremendous investment project into Argentina, one of the most dynamic markets in Latin America," says Fernando Terni, Vice President, Latin America, Networks, Nokia. "This expansion is further evidence of Am?rica M?vil group’s faith in Nokia’s ability to deploy and implement GSM/EDGE equipment of the highest standard."

About CTi M?vil

CTi M?vil is the first mobile telephony compamy in Argentina with nationwide coverage. The company is a 100% subsidy of Am?rica M?vil S.A, the main supplier of wireless services in Latin America with operations in various countries of the American continent and more than 61 million subscribers.

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Top photographers spearhead Nokia Nseries See New Competition

Internationally renowned photographer, Juergen Teller; leading American photographer, Philip-Lorca DiCorcia; award winning London-based photographer, Nick Waplington; Raghu Rai, one of India’s most respected documentary photographers and Jiancheng Dong, a prominent landscape and documentary photographer from China are heading up the Nokia Nseries See New Competition which is launched today.

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Top photographers spearhead Nokia Nseries See New Competition

Five of the world’s best photographers to lead the most ambitious mobile photography competition ever undertaken

Espoo, Finland – Internationally renowned photographer, Juergen Teller; leading American photographer, Philip-Lorca DiCorcia; award winning London-based photographer, Nick Waplington; Raghu Rai, one of India’s most respected documentary photographers and Jiancheng Dong, a prominent landscape and documentary photographer from China are heading up the Nokia Nseries See New Competition which is launched today.

The competition lays down the challenge to aspiring photographers around the world to ‘shoot new’ – capturing something from a different angle or something never previously photographed – using a megapixel camera phone. To inspire people to enter, the stellar line-up of professional photographers have themselves been shooting new using the Nokia N90 advanced imaging device. More than 60 brand new images from these photographers can be viewed at www.seenew.com, Nokia Nseries’ online community for mobile photography enthusiasts.

And the five photographers aren’t just inspiring entrants with their images, they’ll also be judging entries and offering a money can’t buy prize: the chance to spend a day with them assisting on photoshoot.

"After pioneering the concept of mobile photography, we’re now pioneering an exciting new photography challenge," said Pekka Rantala, Senior Vice President, Multimedia Marketing, Nokia. "The See New Competition is designed to encourage people to explore the possibilities of camera phone photography and uncover new photography talent from around the world. It’s a unique competition both in terms of the caliber of professional photographers involved and by its global scale."

Commenting, Nick Waplington said: "Photography as a medium has developed to the point where it’s around us, in all manners, at all times. Camera phones have played a big part in this, pushing the boundaries of when and how so there are many more opportunities to shoot new."

The competition is open to anyone over the age of 18 with a megapixel camera phone. Deadline for entries is 16 December 2005. Full terms and conditions can be found at www.seenew.com.

The Nokia N90 is the flagship camera product in the Nokia Nseries range of high performance multimedia devices. Packed with advanced camera features to capture great quality photos, the Nokia N90 is the first mobile device in the world to feature superior Carl Zeiss optics plus there’s a two megapixel camera with autofocus and 20x digital zoom, integrated flash, macro mode for sharp close-ups and high quality video capture with on-device editing capabilities.

About Nokia Nseries

Nokia Nseries is a range of high performance multimedia devices that delivers unparalleled mobile multimedia experiences by combining the latest technologies with stylish design and ease of use. With Nokia Nseries products, consumers can use a single device to enjoy entertainment, access information and to capture and share pictures and videos, whenever and wherever they want.

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Nokia mobilizes fixed operators with convergence solutions at Broadband World Forum

At Broadband World Forum 2005 in Madrid, Nokia reinforces its leadership in the convergence of fixed and mobile networks with a comprehensive portfolio of solutions for operators and service providers, including the Nokia VoIP Server for IP-based voice service

Nokia mobilizes fixed operators with convergence solutions at Broadband World Forum 2005

Introducing the Nokia VoIP Server to provide IP voice service in fixed and mobile networks.

Espoo, Finland – At Broadband World Forum 2005 in Madrid, Nokia reinforces its leadership in the convergence of fixed and mobile networks with a comprehensive portfolio of solutions for operators and service providers, including the Nokia VoIP Server for IP-based voice service.

The Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC) solution that Nokia is showcasing in Madrid offers fixed, mobile and hybrid operators a smooth evolution from today’s networks to the next-generation networks of tomorrow. The end-to-end Nokia FMC solution enables wireline operators to offer new services and connectivity within the fixed network domain. It gives subscribers the means to enjoy the same service experience independent of access, such as fixed networks, DSL, cellular or WLAN and UMA.

As a further enhancement to this strong offering, the Nokia VoIP Server widens the Nokia Unified Core Network portfolio of solutions with a carrier-grade, standards-based solution for providing voice over IP services in converged networks. The Nokia VoIP Server is currently being trialled by a number of key operators and will be available for volume deployments in the first half 2006.

"Service providers in this changing business environment are looking for ways to increase revenue and efficiency, reduce customer churn and create a strong market position," says Jussi Ilmarinen, Director, Convergence Marketing & Sales, Networks, Nokia. "The ubiquitous uptake of broadband services is opening new opportunities for the use of VoIP. Fixed operators can leverage their competitive advantage by rolling out VoIP on top of broadband, while adding mobility to differentiate their offering. They can also modernize their networks with a solution that provides a smooth evolution path to multimedia services."

"At the same time, mobile operators can implement VoIP and thereby transform their existing network and voice services into a unified offering across mobile and broadband domains," he adds "Nokia’s Fixed-Mobile Convergence solution, including the Nokia VoIP Server, is an ideal way for operators to make the most of these emerging opportunities."

The Nokia VoIP Server is compliant with the standardization work done by 3GPP and ETSI TISPAN. This enables convergence of legacy voice and SIP-driven VoIP, independent of access. With the Nokia VoIP Server, fixed and mobile operators can offer VoIP to their customers with supplementary services such as Caller ID and SMS text messaging.

The Nokia VoIP Server can be implemented as a stand-alone solution in fixed networks as a first step toward convergence. Alternatively, it can also be deployed as an application server within the IMS framework. The Nokia VoIP Server fully complements the Nokia IMS solution, which enables SIP-based multimedia services, such as video sharing, in addition to voice services and a unified communications experience using both wireless and wireline packet access networks.

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T-Mobile Hungary launches push to talk over GSM and 3G with Nokia solution

T-Mobile has commercially launched Hungary’s first push to talk service, using a Nokia solution. The service is available in T-Mobile Hungary’s 2G and 3G networks.

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T-Mobile Hungary launches push to talk over GSM and 3G with Nokia solution

Espoo, Finland – T-Mobile has commercially launched Hungary’s first push to talk service, using a Nokia solution. The service is available in T-Mobile Hungary’s 2G and 3G networks.

With push to talk, people can use their mobile phones like walkie-talkies, communicating with a selected group or with individuals at the push of a button. Both business and private users can benefit from this simple, direct communication. Push to talk is especially suited for cases where users need to communicate occasionally but repeatedly with the same group or individual.

"We are pleased that T-Mobile Hungary has selected Nokia as the provider of its push to talk service," said Robin Lindahl, Vice President, Nokia Networks. "In providing the Nokia Push to talk solution to T-Mobile Hungary, we are showing our commitment to introducing new services over 3G as well as GSM, and strengthening our position as a leader in push to talk worldwide."

The deal is part of an international frame agreement, signed in 2004, under which T-Mobile International, one of the leading mobile communication operators worldwide, has chosen the Nokia Push to talk over Cellular (PoC) network solution.

Nokia’s end-to-end push to talk solution offers a full feature set, and it will be compliant with the upcoming OMA standard. Nokia’s solution is compatible with the IP multimedia subsystem as standardized in 3GPP, and it will be capable of supporting various push-to-media, such as video. With 39 commercial contracts with GSM operators, and more than 30 operator trials ongoing, Nokia is leading the market for Push to talk over Cellular in GSM.

About T-Mobile Hungary
T-Mobile Hungary Telecommunication Company Ltd. – as a market leader with its 4 million subscribers – provides quality GSM services at frequencies 900 and 1800 MHz throughout Hungary. The company won a 15-year UMTS licence granted by the National Communications Authority. The company was the first in Hungary to launch commercial 3G services, such as video-phoning. T-Mobile Hungary offers unique and leading-edge solutions for its subscribers, as the leading provider in the field of innovation. The company is committed towards multimedia, which was shown on 18 April 2002, when T-Mobile Hungary was the first GSM operator in the world to launch overall commercial MMS services. The company was also the first to enable Mobile Banking in Europe; and WAP, GPRS and Mobile Office in Hungary. T-Mobile Hungary is a member of Magyar Telekom Group.

About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.com

Airtel records over 75,000 customers in NE

eading mobile service provider Airtel has more than 75,000 customers today in Assam and North east, a company spokesman said.

Guwahati: Leading mobile service provider Airtel has more than 75,000 customers today in Assam and North east, a company spokesman said.

Airtel now connects all the important towns in Assam on its state-of-art Ero network and is being managed by Ericsson.

The towns covered included Tezpur, Nagaon, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Duliajan, Sivsagar, Barpeta town, Barpeta Road, Nalbari, Rangiya and Bongaigaon.

Airtel is also spreading its network to connect highways and key rail routes as well as the smaller towns along the highways, the spokesman said.

"We are committed to provide our customers unparalleled service experience on a congestion free network," the spokesman said in a release here today

Nokia N70 starts shipping

Finnish handset maker Nokia has started deliveries of the Nokia N70, a 3G smart-phone. Incorporating a smart-phone feature set, a 2 mega-pixel camera, flash and front camera for video calling, the Nokia N70 comes equipped with a digital music player and stereo audio.

The camera incorporates an integrated flash, 20x digital zoom capability and capture scene settings. The photos or video clips can be shared via e-mail or Bluetooth wireless technology.

With the Nokia XpressTransfer storing solution, photos and video clips on the Nokia N70 can either be manually or automatically copied to compatible PCs. The standard Nokia N70 sales package includes Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition 3.0 software.

The smart-phone features of the Nokia N70 include e-mail attachment support, internet browser, video streaming and 3G features, such as two-way video calling and video sharing. An embedded e-mail configuration tool helps users to set up their preferred mobile e-mail settings. The Nokia N70 supports Symantec Mobile Security, an integrated anti-virus and firewall solution.

Equipped with a digital music player and FM radio with support for Visual Radio, the Nokia N70 also doubles as a music device.

Airtel sets up 1000th cell site

Cellular service provider, Airtel on Friday installed 1000th cell site in Maharashtra and Goa circle at Katol, 40 km from Nagpur, and claimed to have become first private player to do so

Cellular service provider, Airtel on Friday installed 1000th cell site in Maharashtra and Goa circle at Katol, 40 km from Nagpur, and claimed to have become first private player to do so.

"The total number of base stations will touch 1500 by March next year and Airtel will enter over 300 new towns across Maharashtra and Goa thus spanning the coverage to a total 550 towns and 33 districts," Chief Operating Officer, Bharti Televentures, Christopher Tobit told reporters.

Airtel will offer superior quality network in key tourist and pilgrimage destinations including Shirdi, Trimbakshwar, Mahabaleshwar, Shanishingnaapur, Nanded, Pandharpur, Lonavala and Khandala with an investment to the tune of Rs 250 crore for network expansion, capacity enhancement and other infrastructure, he said.

The company will also commission its third mobile switch centre (MSC) in second capital by end of March 2006, he said, adding during the current fiscal, Airtel will be covering additional highways like Bhusawal-Shegaon, Dhule-Nashik and Mumbai-Goa besides rail and road network on Mumbai-Goa and Vasai-Ahmedabad by next March.

Tobit said they will be launching 62 additional new towns and three new districts of Washim, Gadchiroli and Hingoli by March end.

It is also introducing network on wheels (NOW) and would be deploying five such NOWs in Maharashtra and Goa, he added.

Source:PTI

LG launches car style phone M4410 in india

The extremely smart looking handset has two superb dual color displays (internal one is TFT of 256,000 colors while the external one is 65,000 colors

LG M4410

Features

1.3 Mega Pixel Camera
MP3 Player & Ring Tones
3D Surround Sound
Blue Tooth
External mini SD Card
Smart External Controls
262K TFT Colour Display
EDGE Enabled

New Delhi, SEP_, 2005: Reiterating its commitment to introduce the latest cutting-edge technology products in the Indian market, LG Electronics India Pvt. Limited (LGEIL), a Leading Consumer Electronic, Home Appliance & Mobile Handset co. in India and fifth largest Handset manufacturer in the world, today announced the launch of its new exclusive EDGE enabled M4410 GSM handset in India.

M4410 with its sleek sports car look design and powerful function is all set to enchant and fascinate one’s senses. Its innovative design resembles the chic designs of super cars together with its harmonious matching of high glossy two-tone colour in black and silver, dynamic and sleek side line and dual speakers that looks like headlight. A true bonanza for music lovers it comes with MP3 Player and 3D surround sound.

Its special feature the Mini SD card provided can be used for the storage of MP3 files, high-resolution photos or moving images. Embedded with 1.3 mega pixel digital camera it enables one to capture precious moments perfectly with crystal clear details. Its built-in flash allows to take more vivid images regardless of time and place.

M4410 is EDGE enabled and will redefine the use of multimedia services such as MMS, music download, e-mail management and Internet. Equipped with Bluetooth it also allows wireless transmission of data between the phones and PCs within 50 meters.

The handset is priced at RS 17,990/-

Announcing the launch of the M4410, Mr. H.S. Bhatia, Product Group Head, GSM said, "We are constantly striving towards developing the market with innovative and cutting edge products which come with state of the art technology and exquisite aesthetics. M4410 with its sleek sports car look design is real feast to one’s eyes. With facilities like Bluetooth, Mega pixel digital camera and EDGE enabled this handset is truly a technology marvel."

Nokia launches casual game collection for java phones

Nokia, the leader in mobile communications, announced today that the launch of its casual games collection for Java-enabled cell phones is expected to occur later this year. The first four titles in the series, all powered by Nokia’s SNAP Mobile service, are Blackjack, Dominoes, Backgammon and Shuffleboard. Java-enabled mobile phone users will be able to play these and many of their other favorite casual titles in real time with other users of Java-enabled mobile phones.

Nokia launches a collection of connected multiplayer casual games for Java enabled handsets

Nokia SNAP Mobile service allows casual gamers to go head-to-head in their favorite games

Espoo, Finland – Nokia, the leader in mobile communications, announced today that the launch of its casual games collection for Java-enabled cell phones is expected to occur later this year. The first four titles in the series, all powered by Nokia’s SNAP Mobile service, are Blackjack, Dominoes, Backgammon and Shuffleboard. Java-enabled mobile phone users will be able to play these and many of their other favorite casual titles in real time with other users of Java-enabled mobile phones.

"What makes our SNAP Mobile casual games lineup so special is that there is something for everyone," said Lisa Waits, Head of Nokia SNAP Mobile. "These games have been designed from the ground up to take advantage of the unique capabilities of today’s mobile phones and networks in order to create the best possible and easily accessible gameplay experience for mobile phone gamers."

The Nokia SNAP Mobile casual game portfolio is developed by Tucson, AZ based Octopi using the Nokia SNAP Mobile platform to enable the connected features. All of the games will feature connected multiplayer gameplay over the wireless network, a friends list showing which friends are online to play, instant messaging with these friends, a customizable online avatar profile and image, and an in-game token system that rewards players for playing online.

"The Nokia SNAP Mobile tools have really let us push the limits of what can be done with these titles," said Dan Kopycienski, founder of Octopi. "Developing multiplayer games for today’s fragmented landscape of devices and networks is a difficult task. The Nokia SNAP Mobile platform and support from Nokia has allowed us to focus on what is most important: designing and implementing the best connected game experience possible."

The Nokia SNAP Mobile casual games are expected to be available on Nokia and non-Nokia mobile phones later this year. To download screen shots and game information, go to www.extranet.n-gage.com. For more on Nokia SNAP Mobile service, please visit www.snapmobile.nokia.com.

About Octopi

Octopi has been at the forefront of interactive media & entertainment since 1998. Located in Tucson, AZ, Octopi has established itself as a leading developer of multiplayer mobile and online games. Octopi’s game development engine, Octoplex(TM), supports multiple languages, the top 100+ mobile handsets, as well as other platforms such as PDA’s and web browsers. Not only does Octoplex(TM) allow us to provide groundbreaking cross platform games, but it also allows us to develop them faster and more efficiently for our clients like Nokia.For further information please visit www.octopi.com. .

About Nokia

Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia is dedicated to enhancing people’s lives and productivity by providing easy-to-use and secure products like mobile phones, and solutions for imaging, games, media, mobile network operators and businesses. Nokia is a broadly held company with listings on five major exchanges.

Nokia announces NitroSpin Racer

Nokia, the leader in mobile communications, announced today the launch of the cross-platform connected car racing game NitroSpin Racer, expected to be available early next year on Java enabled cell phones through its SNAP Mobile service. Delivering gamers arcade style, top-view gameplay, roadsters can go big and race against the world or scale it back to their own circle of pals on the Web or mobile

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Rule the road with Nokia’s NitroSpin Racer

Fast paced car racing game gives players a smooth ride on the Nokia SNAP Mobile service

Espoo, Finland – Nokia, the leader in mobile communications, announced today the launch of the cross-platform connected car racing game NitroSpin Racer, expected to be available early next year on Java enabled cell phones through its SNAP Mobile service. Delivering gamers arcade style, top-view gameplay, roadsters can go big and race against the world or scale it back to their own circle of pals on the Web or mobile.

"NitroSpin Racer is a multiplayer, pick-up and play title that challenges the most adept mobile gamer around, yet takes only minutes to learn," said Lisa Waits, head of SNAP Mobile at Nokia. "And because it lives within the Nokia SNAP Mobile gaming service, this game can be enjoyed by players across mobile and PC gaming platforms."

Developed by Gamelion and supported by Nokia SNAP Mobile service, NitroSpin Racer gives gamers a multiplayer racing community with an excellent supply of cool race tracks with its Web-based track editor. Taking full advantage of the Nokia SNAP Mobile service’s connected offering, NitroSpin Racer drivers can post global rankings, shadow race their friends’ cars, send instant messages, and publish and download an superb selection of tracks to earn respect in the connected racing community. Racers can go head to head in a closed circuit of friends, or rip it up against the world setting to compete for the global champion title.

"At Nokia SNAP Mobile, we believe that for a mobile game to be compelling, it must possess two gameplay tenets – connected and meaningful in five minutes or less," continues Waits. "NitroSpin Racer delivers on both. So much so, that on the days you’re playing NitroSpin Racer as you wait for whatever, you may just find yourself wishing your delay be a little bit longer."

"Nitrospin Racer is community gaming at its best!" said Anton Gauffin, CEO of Gamelion Inc. "Furious racing experience is the center of Nitrospin Racer but it is the community features such as rankings, instant messaging, and track editing capabilities that really make it stand out of the crowd. Furthermore, using Nokia SNAP Mobile service to make Nitrospin Racer cross-platform, we are able link two huge gaming communities: mobile gamers and casual web gamers."

NitroSpin Racer is expected to be available on Nokia and non-Nokia mobile phones early next year. To download screen shots and game information, go to www.extranet.n-gage.com. For more on Nokia SNAP Mobile service, please visit www.snapmobile.nokia.com.

About Gamelion

Gamelion is one of the fastest growing game companies in Europe. Gamelion has a successful track record of delivering the highest quality wireless games to leading publishers and players all over the world. The company has more than doubled its revenues every year since its inception.

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Treo Smartphone running on Windows Mobile officially announced

Palm officially announced their latest Treo smartphone, operating on Windows Mobile OS. It will be a CDMA phone exclusively for Verizon Wireless.

Today, at a press conference in San Francisco, Palm, Microsoft and Verizon joined to announce their latest device – the new Treo smartphone, using the Microsoft Windows Mobile Operating System. This is the first device in the line of Windows Mobile powered Treos, and it will be available through Verizon Wireless, taking advantage of their high-speed EV-DO network. Palm Expect this Treo to be available to Verizon customers in early 2006. The Treo is a smartphone in bar form-factor, which features full QWERTY keyboard, but for first time operates on Windows Mobile OS. Later Treos, using Windows Mobile OS will be available later, but not before the half of 2006.

Earlier we informed you about the upcoming device from Treo, and showed you some pictures of it. The rumored model was called Treo 670. Still Palm hasn’t announced the official model of their Windows Mobile powered Treo …

Source: Palm

Nokia announces nokia 3250 music phone

The Nokia 3250, Nokia’s newest music phone, grabbed the spotlight of Nokia Trends, an electronic music festival that took place in Berlin, Germany this weekend. This unique design twists to transform a traditional phone keypad into dedicated music keys. The Nokia 3250 stores up to 1 Gigabyte (750 songs) of high quality music and offers 10 hours of music play. In addition, consumers can take advantage of the Nokia 3250’s two-megapixel camera and smartphone capabilities. The triband GSM 900/1800/1900 model is expected to start shipping in the first quarter 2006 with an estimated retail price of 350 EUR before subsidies or taxes.

Nokia 3250: A music phone with a twist.
September 26, 2005

Music-driven mobile phone features dedicated music keys, storage for up to 750 songs

Berlin, Germany/Espoo, Finland – The Nokia 3250, Nokia’s newest music phone, grabbed the spotlight of Nokia Trends, an electronic music festival that took place in Berlin, Germany this weekend. This unique design twists to transform a traditional phone keypad into dedicated music keys. The Nokia 3250 stores up to 1 Gigabyte (750 songs) of high quality music and offers 10 hours of music play. In addition, consumers can take advantage of the Nokia 3250’s two-megapixel camera and smartphone capabilities. The triband GSM 900/1800/1900 model is expected to start shipping in the first quarter 2006 with an estimated retail price of 350 EUR before subsidies or taxes.

"Nokia connects people to their passions – music – and as the world’s largest manufacturer of digital music players, Nokia is leading the charge to make mobile music widely accessible. The XpressMusic feature brand, also introduced today, makes it easier for consumers to identify those Nokia devices which are specifically designed to listen to music," says Kai Öistämö, Senior Vice President, Mobile Phones, Nokia. "One of the first devices to feature the XpressMusic mark is the Nokia 3250, which is going to stop music fans in their (favourite) tracks. Its unique twist design makes it quick and easy to switch between the music keys, the regular keypad and the camera mode."

By twisting the Nokia 3250 keypad 180 degrees, consumers can toggle between the music controls and the traditional phone keypad. The music player of the Nokia 3250 supports a wide array of digital music formats such as MP3, WMA, M4A and AAC, making it easy to load and transfer music. Additionally, songs can be downloaded over-the-air while on the go and favourite songs can be set as ringtones. The Nokia 3250 supports microSD memory cards of up to 1 Gigabyte with storage capacity for up to 750 songs. An FM radio with Visual Radio client complements the Nokia 3250’s complete music package.

Drag and drop to manage your music

Using the Nokia Audio Manager software, users can convert their favourite CDs into digital music files, and "drag and drop" their personal music collections and favorite playlists directly from their computer. Headphones can be connected to the Nokia 3250 via the 3.5mm connector of the Nokia Stereo Headset-HS-20, making the list of available enhancements even longer. For the best audio experience, Nokia is working to ensure that the Nokia 3250 is compatible with a number of accessories from industry leading brands such as Bose®, Harman Kardon®, JBL® and Sennheiser Electronic.

The Nokia 3250 comes with a two-megapixel camera, which is activated in the landscape mode by twisting the Nokia 3250’s phone’s keypad 90 degrees. With a few simple strokes, images can be instantly shared with others via MMS, or printed on a compatible printer via Bluetooth wireless technology.

The Nokia 3250 is based on the Series 60 platform and Symbian OS, offering a broad set of features and messaging functionalities and enabling third-party application developers to create their own music applications. Those applications can be downloaded and installed on the Nokia 3250. Bridging smartphone capabilities with music on the go, the Nokia 3250 has a talktime of up to 3 hours.

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