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Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on November 16th, 2009

Nokia 5330 Mobile TV EditionNokia has announced the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition, a mobile handset that focuses on mobile broadcast TV (DVB-H), social networking, music and gaming all in one compact 3G slider. This handset is all about offering users a convenient way to access TV while on the run. It features a 2.4-inch QVGA color display and a 3.5mm headphone jack so you can use a set of superior headphones if you like.

Some other features include a 3.2 megapixel camera with LED flash and One-click access to live broadcasts. The Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition will pick up all the available channels and set reminders for your favorite shows and even create personal channel lists with Nokia’s Electronic Program Guide (EPG). The battery life allows users to watch three football games or six episodes of a soap opera for example before recharging.

T-Mobile offers up Nokia 3711 budget phone

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on November 10th, 2009

T-Mobile offers up Nokia 3711 budget phoneT-Mobile has your back in this economy and hey, they didn’t get a bailout either. The company is offering a simple, yet fugly looking 3711 clamshell from Nokia. iPhones laugh at it. Long and hard. Then complain that they can’t breath.

As far as features, it sports a 2-megapixel camera, Bluetooth, FM radio, microSD card expansion and a QVGA display. Also GPS, which gives it some cred. If you get an Even More contract, you’ll be able to pick it up for $70. With the Even More Plus plan, it’ll cost you $160.

Nokia N900 now shipping

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on November 10th, 2009

Nokia N900 now shippingNokia’s N900 is now shipping. According to Nokia CEO, Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo, the handset is now shipping to at least some pre-order customers. Very soon we will find out if this new generation of Nokia smartphones will generate the kind of appeal that Nokia needs at the top end of its product line or if it’s just a wobbly new platform.

According to Nokia’s official blog the device will hit “Europe, the Middle-East, Russia and North America” shortly. It won’t be compatible with the new 3G SIM cards from 3 in the UK, Ireland, Sweden, Denmark and Austria until a software update later this year.

Nokia issues recall on 14M mobile phone chargers

Posted in Nokia by Shane McGlaun on November 9th, 2009

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The last time Nokia issued a recall on something it was for batteries that posed a fire hazard. Today Nokia has issued a recall on about 14 million mobile phone chargers. The chargers pose a shock hazard to users.

Nokia points out that it did not build the chargers, they were built by a third-party Chinese maker. That maker is paying all the costs associated with the recall. The recall covers chargers model number AC-3E and AC-3U models, manufactured between June 15, 2009 and August 9, 2009; and the AC-4U model, manufactured between April 13, 2009 and October 25, 2009.

Nokia’s Booklet 3G coming to Best Buy on November 15th

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on November 8th, 2009

nokiabooklet3g-sbWe knew that Nokia’s Booklet 3G was coming to Best Buy around the holidays at some point and now we’ve got some more precise info. Reward Zone members can head into their local store and place a pre-order right now, while for the rest of us it’s available on November 15th.

The Atom-powered netbook will sell for $299.99 with a 2-year AT&T data contract or $599.99 straight-up. The Booklet 3G features a 12 hour battery, Windows 7, Aluminium Body, HD screen with HDMI output and a SIM card slot for internet access.

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Nokia releases five new affordable phones

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on November 4th, 2009

Nokia releases five new affordable phonesNokia knows that this economy is tough on your wallet and so they have released five new affordable phones. These phones include the Nokia 1280, Nokia 1616, Nokia 1800, Nokia 2220 and the Nokia 2690. Sure they aren’t much to look at, but we are talking affordable here.

Each of these models has features that include anything from FM to a flashlight to dust-resistance to amazing battery life, so there’s something hee for everyone. All should be available by the first half of 2010.

Nokia N920 shows itself

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on October 15th, 2009

Nokia N920 shows itselfThe Nokia N900 might have just been released, but hot on its heels is its successor, the Nokia N920 Internet Tablet. It showed up at the Nokiaport.de forums.

The photo appears to be real and we know that the device will feature a 4.13″ capacitive touchscreen display in a thin body. And yes, no sign of a physical keyboard. We don’t have any info on its release date, but don’t expect it for awhile. We will likely see it at Mobile World Congress 2010.

Nokia gets official with Booklet 3G specs and pricing

Posted in Nokia by Shane McGlaun on October 14th, 2009

nokiabooklet3g-sbNokia went official with the specs and pricing for its first netbook today called the Booklet 3G. We already heard lots of rumors that Best Buy would be the exclusive seller of the device, and that has been confirmed.

The Booklet 3G will also use AT&T’s 3G network as the exclusive data carrier. The netbook will be available for $299.99 with a new 2-year data plan agreement. If you just want the netbook, it will sell for $599.

Nokia N97 RAOUL Limited Edition available for pre-order

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on October 11th, 2009

Nokia N97 RAOUL Limited Edition available for pre-orderNokia has teamed up with fashion house RAOUL for an extremely limited edition of its N97 mini. This edition is limited to 1000 units. The package features a back cover with RAOUL signature stripes, a custom designed Fashion Asia widget, and a calf-skin leather case.

It’s available right now in Singapore and is available for pre-order for 400 Euros (or $589). As a reward for buying this limited edition piece, you will also get a complimentary RAOUL Gold membership with 25 euro credit, which can be traded on your next purchase of their boutiques.

Pre-order your Nokia E72 at Amazon

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on October 4th, 2009

Pre-order your Nokia E72 at AmazonYou’ve probably been thinking about getting yourself Nokia’s E71. If so, hang on there partner. You may want to take a moment to consider the E72. Might as well since Amazon has now started to take pre-orders for the Nokia E72.

All signs point to the E72 being just as successful as the E71. Looks like it will cost you $469 unlocked, and it will be available in Zodium Black, which is way better than plain black or even pitch black. Besides, that’s your only choice.

AT&T halts sales of Nokia Mural

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on September 13th, 2009

AT&T halts sales of Nokia MuralLooks like those of you who picked up the entry-level Nokia Mural from AT&T got the short end of the stick. Turns out, the device only runs on AT&T’s 2G network, instead of the 3G network as promised. It was revealed by an AT&T memo screen capture, and is being blamed on a mistake at Nokia’s factories.

The devices in question will have to be sent back to Nokia for a software re-flash. AT&T will have to send the devices back to Nokia by Sept 25th. According to a spokesperson for AT&T, those who don’t want a replacement can get an alternative.

Italy gets Nokia Booklet 3G netbook for pre-order

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on September 12th, 2009

Italy gets Nokia Booklet 3G netbook for pre-orderThere’s some good news and some bad news. We’ll give you the good news first. You’ll like it. Nokia is making its Booklet 3G netbook available for pre-order. Awesome, I know. However the bad news is that it’s only available in Italy right now.

To refresh your memory the netbook weighs 1.25 kg and is just over 2cm thick, with integrated 3G/HSPA connectivity and Wi-Fi. Other features include 1GB of RAM, 160GB HDD, and HDMI out.

Nokia N97 Mini expected in October for $640

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on September 2nd, 2009

Nokia N97 Mini expected in October for $640Nokia World 2009 is underway in Stuttgart, where they’ve officially unveiled the N97 mini. The Nokia Mini is geared toward social networking and the younger generation, those hip kids who can’t quite handle the N97. What we have here is a 3.2 inch N-series with a comfortable QWERTY keyboard for $640.

Nokia is calling it the world’s “slimmest travel companion” due to built-in Lonely Planet guidebooks. The phone should be available for free on contract in “many, many markets.” The first shipments start in October.

Nokia X3 unveiled

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on September 2nd, 2009

Nokia X3 unveiled Nokia has announced that their Nokia X3 handset will play nice with Comes With Music. Availability in different markets will be announced soon. This one won’t run on the Symbian S60 operating system, but they are claiming that it is the best non-smartphone music handset from the company yet, powered by S40.

The microSDHC memory card slot will hold up to 16GB of music and you’ll also get Bluetooth connectivity, a 3.2-megapixel camera, a 3.5mm headphone jack and a 2.2″ display. The big question is price. How much on contract? Hopefully it will be reasonable.

Nokia Money payment system

Posted in Nokia by Conner Flynn on August 26th, 2009

Nokia Money payment systemNokia just introduced us to their new payment system, which is simply called Nokia Money. The new payment system is set to offer banking to the poor and those in developing countries who don’t have the kind of banking choices that we have.

It’s based on Obopay’s existing cellphone payment system in North America and Europe and will use current cell phone features to pay for items in stores. You can also use it to pay bills, other people etc. Nokia Money will be formally unveiled at Nokia World on September 2nd and will be available early next year.





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