Nokia Ink 01 cell phone concept made of recycled aluminum

Jul 01, 2009

Nokia sets a new trend in cell phones offering a mobile phone concept made of recycled aluminum which looks futuristic as well as promising. Engineered by Luis Barcelo this marvelous cell phone called Nokia Ink 01 offers sustainable mobile phones usage where design meets functionality.

The main idea is to reduce the energy consumption wherever you use your trendy cell phone. So you can yourself be assured of recyclable materials to be used in the replica once it is dismantled. This amazing cell phone carries extra low power consumption E-Ink digital display.

In fact, all the parts of the cell phone structure are constructed from recycled aluminum being capable to be constantly recycled while using low energy consumption. Instead of mechanical keys, the Nokia Inc 01 features its main key pad coming with a capacitive sensor which appears to reduce the amount of separate parts.

The Nokia Inc 01 comes equipped with a mini OLED display that makes it possible for the user to take pictures and revise them while consuming little energy. The Nokia Inc 01 is powered by a silver/zinc battery instead of lithium ion batteries which are 95 per cent recyclable and comes with more energy density by 40 per cent than other lithium ion batteries. That said, you will be able to reduce recharging times during its life time as well as reduce wasted power during recharging.

Nokia Surge to be connected stylishly

Jul 24, 2009

Nokia have revealed the Nokia Surge smart phone that seems to be just beyond imagination. This elegantly looking cell phone features a slide-out QWERTY keyboard and 2, 4 inch QVGA display. This whimsical slider allows staying connected whether it is SMS, MMS, IM, email or AT&T Video Share. This smart phone looks amazing while its standard QWERTY keyboard offers comfy typing experience.

The Nokia Surge comes with 400 hours of stand by time or 4, 7 hours of talk time. Its memory can be extended up to 8 GB via micro SD card with 128 MB of shared memory available. For perfect shooting experience, there is 2 mega pixel camera which take high quality images while recording video in QVGA quality. For those who like corresponding via such social networking sites as Twitter or Facebook, the cell phone sports JuiceCaster.

The Nokia Surge is already available in the USA for a modest sticker price tag of just 79, 99 USD. The smart phone is powered by the 3G network and has a fashionable design while still being slender. The Nokia Surge comes with Flash support so you can easily view most of the web sites in HTML or even watch your favorite YouTube clips. Designed in the USA, this charming cell phone allows 4X digital zoom while recording video.

AT&T Mobile Music feature makes it possible to listen to your favorite music and download it right from eMusic mobile, Napster Mobile, XM radio and so on. The Nokia Surge supports AT&T Video Share which seems to be an innovation for the USA and makes it possible whether to share live videos recorded by your smart phone or take part in a voice call all wirelessly. The Nokia Surge also has a media player and FM radio for those music lovers.

Another important feature includes AT&T Navigator that offers audible alerts in case of an incident or a slowdown. The Nokia Surge comes with polyphonic ring tones, 2.5 mm audio jack. This striking cell phone allows networking at HSDPA speed of 3, 6 Mbps. The Surge also features GPS, Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

The Nokia Surge appears to be a Symbian S60 smart phone which supports 850 and 1900 MHz WCDMA (3G). The Nokia Surge measures 98 x 58 x 15 mm and weighs 124 grams and is powered by 1500 mAh battery.

Nokia X3 to give you new musical sensations

Sep 04, 2009

If you have been waiting for a new Nokia eye catcher, it seems to be your day as new Nokia slide phone is announced. Dubbed the Nokia X3, this innovative gadget features a slender and trendy design that offers some exquisite music capacities. This magnificent gadget makes it possible for its users to download or find a favorite tune from the millions pre-loaded songs.

This cool looking slider features the 16 GB of storage so you can easily play whatever music you like on the go. The Nokia X3 offers 3, 2 mega pixel camera that seems to be good enough to take high quality images along with some memorable video clips. The 2, 2 inches screen of the Nokia X3 sports home screen feature for you to keep track of data you might be in need of.

The Nokia X3 has stereo speakers while the 16 GB is accessible via its hot-swappable micro SD card (not included). This hands-free looker also offers Bluetooth 2,1 connectivity and USB 2, 0. It seems to be good for those who are fond of socializing as you can use features like e-mailing and instant messages, Nokia Chat and other trendy clients.

In order to listen to your preferable music you might use the traditional 3, 5 mm jack or follow FM radio via stereo speakers. There are also some games pre-loaded including Guitar Rock Tour, Rally Stars, Snake 3 and other amazing games. Nokia Maps include A-GPS navigation while thanks to OVi Store you might download applications, videos or games of your choice.

The Nokia X3 boasts up to 26 hours of high quality music playback, 7, 5 hours of talk time or up to 380 hours of standby time. It measures 96 x 49, 3 x 14, 1 mm and weighs 103 grams. This marvelous slider sports 262 colors and takes with 4x zoom while video is recorded at QVGA quality offering 30 frames per second. The Nokia X3 is expected to hit the market with a sticker price tag of 163 USD.

Nokia 6790 Surge Review

Introduction and Design Software and Features Performance and Conclusion --Gallery-- --Comments-- --Phone specifications--

Model:

6790 Surge

Links:

Nokia 6790 Surge Official Page

Nokia 6790 Surge Manual

Introduction:

Rarely we come across a decent Nokia device sneaking its way onto AT&T's lineup that turns heads. For the longest of times, they've been offering basic flip handsets that really doesn't do justice to the world's number one phone maker. Fortunately enough they've been graced with a magnificent smart phone like the Nokia E71x recently with its business oriented push. On the other hand, they've just released the Nokia 6790 Surge which is aiming to be a middle of the road device that focuses on messaging with features of a smart phone. It's not just that Nokia's name is on there, but hopefully it'll continue their push back into the mainstream with AT&T customers.

The package contains:
• Nokia 6790 Surge
• Charger
• Users Manual
• Getting Started CD





Design:

Before seeing it in person, the Nokia 6790 Surge just had a look that made it stand out and enticing. Those feelings quickly subsided as we noticed the almost cheap feel of the design. It's kind of hard gauging which way to hold the phone at first – we wonder which orientation the designers built the phone around. The glossy plastic used throughout just attracts finger prints and leaves us with a sense of inferior materials. The top portion of the phone with the screen is relatively thin while the body housing the QWERTY is almost three times as thick. It's wider (2.28”) when comparing it to similar side-sliding devices. Luckily it won't drag you down because of the lightweight (4.38 oz) feel in the pockets – the plastic casing is responsible for that. We're definitely afraid of even slightly dropping the device because it feels a bit on the fragile side.

The Nokia 6790 Surge is wider when comparing it to similar side-sliding devices

The new Nokia N900: Computer-grade performance in a handset

Maemo 5 injects speed and power into mobile computing
August 27, 2009

The new Nokia N900: Computer-grade performance in a handset

Espoo, Finland - Nokia today marked the next phase in the evolution of Maemo software with the new Nokia N900. Taking its cues from the world of desktop computing, the open source, Linux-based Maemo software delivers a PC-like experience on a handset-sized device.

The Nokia N900 has evolved from Nokia's previous generation of Internet Tablets and broadens the choice for technology enthusiasts who appreciate the ability to multitask and browse the internet like they would on their desktop computer.

Running on the new Maemo 5 software, the Nokia N900 empowers users to have dozens of application windows open and running simultaneously while taking full advantage of the cellular features, touch screen and QWERTY keyboard.

"With Linux software, Mozilla-based browser technology and now also with cellular connectivity, the Nokia N900 delivers a powerful mobile experience," says Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President, Markets, Nokia. "The Nokia N900 shows where we are going with Maemo and we'll continue to work with the community to push the software forward. What we have with Maemo is something that is fusing the power of the computer, the internet and the mobile phone, and it is great to see that it is evolving in exciting ways."

Designed for computer-grade performance in a compact size, Maemo complements Nokia's other software platforms, such as Symbian, which powers Nokia's smartphones.

"Just as Nokia continues to expand and diversify its device portfolio, so it is deploying multiple platforms to allow it to serve different purposes and address different markets. While we have seen continued growth in Symbian as a smartphone platform, Maemo enables Nokia to deliver new mobile computing experiences based on open-source technology that has strong ties with desktop platforms," says Jonathan Arber, Senior Research Analyst in Consumer Mobile at IDC.

More multitasking with Maemo

The Nokia N900 packs a powerful ARM Cortex-A8 processor, up to 1GB of application memory and OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration. The result is PC-like multitasking, allowing many applications to run simultaneously. Switching between applications is simple, as all running content is constantly available through the dashboard. The panoramic homescreen can be fully personalized with favorite shortcuts, widgets and applications.

To make web browsing more enjoyable, the Nokia N900 features a high-resolution WVGA touch screen and fast internet connectivity with 10/2 HSPA and WLAN. Thanks to the browser powered by Mozilla technology, websites look the way they would on any computer. Online videos and interactive applications are vivid with full Adobe Flash(TM) 9.4 support. Maemo software updates happen automatically over the internet.

Messaging on the N900 is easy and convenient thanks to the full physical slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Setting up email happens with only a few touches and the Nokia Messaging service mobilizes up to 10 personal email accounts. Text message or IM exchanges with friends are shown in one view and all conversations are organized as separate windows.

The Nokia N900 has 32GB of storage, which is expandable up to 48GB via a microSD card. For photography, the Maemo software and the N900 come with a new tag cloud user interface that will help users get the most out of the 5MP camera and Carl Zeiss optics.

The Nokia N900 will be available in select markets from October 2009 with an estimated retail price of EUR 500 excluding sales taxes and subsidies. The Nokia N900 will be displayed at Nokia World, Stuttgart, on September 2. More information on Maemo is available at http://maemo.nokia.com.

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Nokia E52 review: E as in Exceptional

We've come to take the lethal dress code for granted, and the E52 brings a welcome speed and stamina boost to the family. The 600 MHz CPU couldn't have been more at home in that razor sharp stainless steel outfit.

Compelling exterior and strong performance are the textbook definition of the business range of handsets where Nokia are clearly the standard-setters. The E52 in turn, appears to be the standard measure for business value - you pay for an entry level Eseries and get top-of-the-line smartphone treatment. Did anybody say bestseller?

Key features

• Compact metallic body and extra slim girth (9.90mm)
• Quad-band GSM support
• 3G with HSDPA 10.2 Mbps and HSUPA 2 Mbps
• 2.4" 16M-color display of QVGA resolution
• Symbian OS, S60 UI with FP2
• 600 MHz ARM 11 CPU and 128 MB RAM
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UPnP technology, DLNA support
• Built-in GPS receiver, A-GPS support, digital compass
• Accelerometer for screen auto-rotation and turn-to-mute
• One-touch shortcut keys mean "business"
• 3 megapixel enhanced fixed focus camera with LED flash
• Secondary videocall camera
• 60 MB of internal memory, microSD expansion, ships with a 1GB card
• microUSB v2.0
• Standard 3.5mm audio jack
• Bluetooth v2.0 with A2DP
• FM radio with RDS
• Class-leading audio output quality
• N-Gage gaming support
• Ovi Maps preinstalled with trial turn-by-turn navigation license (10 days)
• User-friendly Mode Switch for swapping two homescreen setups
• Office document editor (with free MS Office 2007 update)
• Remote lock/wipe over-the-air
• Comfortable keypad
• Smart dialing
• Great battery life

Nokia just announced the Nokia 3710 fold, which is a compact clamshell, equipped with a 2.2-inch main display with QVGA resolution. Other features of this unpretentious device include 3.2-megapixel camera with LED flash and microSD card slot and 1700/2100 3G bands?

Seams that Nokia and T-Mobile USA have a little surprise for us. The new Nokia 3710 will have 2 North America Version, one with 850,1900 bands , probably for AT&T and other with 1700/2100 exclusively used by T-Mobile USA.

There is not an official world from T-Mobile. We are still looking if the Nokia 3710 fold will come to us via T-Mobile.

More about Nokia 3710 fold:

The Nokia 3710 fold is also trying to be eco-friendly. It comes in a reduced-in-size box made of up to 60% recycled materials. Also, the device is up to 80% recyclable and will come in a variety of colors – pink, black or plum. The 3710 fold is a quad-band GSM, which is scheduled for a Q4 launch with both European and American 3G versions.

Specifications

Physical features, power and memory

Size

• Form: Fold
• Dimensions: 89 x 47 x 15.2 mm
• Weight: 94 g
• Volume: 54 cc
• Handy and compact size
• Easy to open
• Rounded edges make it comfortable to hold
• Optimal display angle

Display and 3D

• Main display
  - Size: 2.2″
  - Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels (QVGA)
  - Up to 16.7 million colours
  - TFT
• Secondary display
  - Size: 1.36″
  - Resolution: 160 x 128 pixels
  - Black/White
  - TFT
• Hidden cover secondary display
  - the display is activated when a call or message is received, and when the volume key is pressed

Keys and input method

• Numeric keypad
• Dedicated volume keys
• Hidden cover camera icon on Navi^TM Key
• Large keys – easy to use

Colours and covers

• Available in-box colours:
  - Plum
  - Pink
  - Black

Connectors

• MicroUSB connector
• 2.5 mm audio connector
• DC Charging connector

Memory

• MicroSD memory card slot, up to 8 GB
• Up to 70 MB free user memory

Power

• Battery BL-4S
• Talk time:
  - GSM up to 4 h
  - WCDMA up to 3 h

Environmental features

• Energy efficiency:
  - Unplug charger reminder
  - High Efficiency Charger AC-8
• Eco content and services via Ovi Store
  - Eco zone via Ovi Store
• Materials:
  - free from PVC
  - free from nickel on the product surface
• Recycling: Device is up to 80% recyclable
• Packaging:
  - up to 60% recycled material
  - reduced compact package size

Communication and navigation

Operating frequency

• Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900
• WCDMA 850/1900/2100 or WCDMA 900/1700 2100/1700
• Automatic switching between GSM bands
• Flight mode

Data network

• GPRS multislot class 32
• EGPRS multislot class 32
• WCDMA up to 384 kbit/s UL/DL, Power class 3
• TCP/IP support
• Capability to serve as data modem

Local connectivity and synchronisation

• Bluetooth version 2.1 with Enhanced Data Rate
• MTP (Mobile Transfer Protocol) support
• Support for PC synchronisation with Nokia PC Suite

Call features

• Integrated hands-free speakerphone
• Number screening for messaging and calls
• Automatic answer with headset or car kit
• Any key answer
• Call waiting, call hold, call divert
• Call timer
• Missed call/message indicator light in hinge
• Automatic redial
• Speed dialling
• Voice dialling
• Fixed dialling number support
• Vibrating alert (internal)
• Side volume keys
• Mute/unmute
• Contacts with images
• Conference calling with up to 10 participants
• Video calling

Messaging

• SMS
• Speed dialling for SMS sending
• List of recently used numbers in message editor
• Multiple SMS deletion
• EMS picture messaging (receive only)
• MMS 1.3, message size up to 600 kb
• Automatic resizing of images for MMS
• Audio messaging
• Common inbox for SMS and MMS messages
• Number screening for messaging
• Distribution lists for messaging
• Instant Messaging with Presence
• Cell broadcast

E-mail

• Supported protocols: IMAP, POP, SMTP
• Support for e-mail attachments
• IMAP IDLE support
• OMA e-mail notification

Web browsing

• Supported mark-up languages: HTML, XHTML, WML
• Supported protocols: WAP, HTTP, HTTPS
• TCP/IP support
• OSS Browser (Webkit 413)
  - JavaScript 1.1, DOM Level 2, Ajax
  - ECMAScript support
  - CSS support
  - Smart rendering support
• Web search

GPS and navigation

• Integrated A-GPS
• Nokia Maps application

Image and sound

Photography

• 3.2 megapixel camera
• Image formats: JPEG, Exif
• 4x digital zoom
• Full Focus
• LED flash
• Flash modes: on, off, auto
• Flash operating range: 1 m
• White balance modes: auto white balance, daylight, incandescent, fluorescent
• Capture modes: still, self-timer, video
• Scene modes: portrait, landscape
• Colour tone modes: normal, sepia, negative, false colours, greyscale, solarise
• Full-screen viewfinder
• Hidden camera icon in Navi^TM Key
• Side volume keys work as zoom keys when camera is active
• Landscape (horizontal) orientation
• Photo editor on device
• Photo gallery:
  - view and sort images
  - thumbnail image viewing
  - pictures are organised automatically on a timeline
  - easy creation of albums
  - portrait and landscape viewing with auto-rotation
  - slideshow
  - easy picture editing e.g. rotation, cropping, adding effects like clipart, frames and text
  - Easy photo sharing direct from phone via MMS, Email, and Ovi Share

Video

• Main camera
• Up to 4x digital video zoom
• Front camera
• Video recording file formats: .3gp
• Audio recording formats: AMR
• Automatic video white balance: auto white balance, daylight, incandescent, fluorescent
• Colour tone modes: Normal, False Colours, Greyscale, Sepia, Negative, Solarise
• Multimedia Player
• Video playback file formats: MP4, 3GPP, AVI, ASF; Codecs: H.263, H.264, MPEG-4 SP, VC-1 (WMV9) SP, VC-1 (WMV9) MP
• Video streaming: .3gp, .mp4, formats are supported, .rm is supported and can be added
• Landscape mode video playback
• Video calling (2 way)
• Video ring tones

Music and audio playback

• Music player
• Music playback file formats: MP3 music files, Midi, AAC, AAC+, enhanced AAC+, WMA
• Audio Streaming
• Dedicated volume keys
• Stereo FM radio
• Radio as alarm clock (with headset)
• 2.5 mm Nokia audio connector
• Support for MP3 and AAC ringing tones, True tones and MIDI ringing

Voice and audio recording

• Voice dialling
• Voice recorder
• Audio recording formats: AMR
• NB-AMR (Narrow Band-Adaptive Multirate)
• EFR (Enhanced Full Rate)
• FR (Full Rate)
• HR (Half Rate)
• WCDMA not supported
• Digital mono microphone

Personalisation: profiles, themes, ring tones

• Customizable profiles
• Support for MP3 ringing tones, True tones and MIDI ringing,
• Video ring tones
• Colour matched theme with 3 to 4 additional theme options (different themes in different areas)

Software

Software platform and user interface

• Series 40 version 9.1
• Active standby
• FOTA (Firmware update Over The Air)

Personal information management (PIM): contacts, clock, calendar etc.

• Storage of up to 2000 contacts
• Advanced contacts database: multiple number and e-mail details per contact, contacts with images
• Support for assigning images to contacts
• Support for contact groups
• Closed user group support – preset
• Fixed Dialling Number support
• Clock; analogue and digital in secondary display; digital in main display
• Stopwatch
• Countdown timer
• Alarm clock
• Reminders
• Calculator
• Calendar with Month, Week and Day views; up to 2000 entries
• Converter II
• Active Notes
• To-do list
• PIM information viewable during call

Applications

• MIDP 2.1 Java^TM pre-installed games and applications
• Flash Lite 2.0
• Instant Messaging with Presence
• OSS Browser

Gaming

• Pre-installed Java^TM games

Sales package contents

Sales package contents

• Nokia 3710 fold
• Nokia High Efficiency Charger AC-8
• Nokia Battery BL-4S
• Nokia Stereo Headset WH-101

Accessories

Recommended accessories

• Nokia 4 GB microSDHC card MU-41
• Nokia Connectivity Cable CA-101
• Nokia Car charger DC-9

Compatible car solutions

• Nokia Car charger DC-9
• Nokia Car-kit HF-310