Company Press Release:
Mobile computing redefined: the Nokia N900 is here!
The Nokia N900 is now available to Indian consumers
New Delhi, June 06, 2010 – Nokia, the world leader in mobility, today launched the highly anticipated Nokia N900 in India. Aimed at redefining mobile computing, the open source based Nokia N900 takes its cues from the world of desktop computing and delivers a PC-like experience on a handset-sized device. Running on Maemo 5 software, 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. The Nokia N900 will be on sale from June 9, 2010 at Nokia Branded Retail outlets in all major cities across India.
“Mobile computing has
undergone a substantive evolution owing to changing consumer needs.
Technology enthusiasts and mobile workers today seek much more from their
mobile device – more power, more ability, enhanced functionality and
constant connectivity. The Nokia N900 has been designed specifically to
address the unique needs of this section of consumers, who are obsessed with
all new forms of technology,” said Jasmeet Gandhi, Head of Product &
Services Marketing, Nokia India. He added, “With an open source operating
system, faster multitasking ability, incorporated technology like an OMAP
processor, real time web widgets and the ability to be connected just about
anywhere, the Nokia N900 has kick started a new era of powerful mobile
computing.”
With the Linux-based Maemo
operating platform, 32GB of storage and multiple options of connectivity
including access for 3G data networks, access to premium Ovi services
and a host of content on the Ovi Store, consumers no longer need to
leave everything that makes them - their email, favorite websites, social
communities, images, music – anywhere but on their Nokia N900. With the
Nokia N900, you don’t have to worry about missing that next great moment.
Additionally, with the ability to multitask several applications or web
browsers at once, the Nokia N900, allows for users to eliminate boredom
wherever they go. To make web browsing more enjoyable, the Nokia N900
features a high-resolution, 3.5-inch, WVGA touch screen and fast internet
connectivity with 10/2 HSPA and WLAN. Surfing several web pages while
listening to music while talking on instant message with friends – all at
the same time – couldn’t be easier.
Nokia India also announced a special program called The Maemo Masters Invitational Series, an interactive web based initiative for mobile and technology enthusiasts in India. The Maemo Masters Invitational Series will be hosted by five Maemo Masters who will represent the blogging community and will be shortlisted by Nokia India, based on their enthusiasm for the N900. The initiative will run for a period of five weeks, starting June 07, 2010, wherein the Maemo Masters will be empowered to choose five participants from their respective blogs. The chosen participants will be awarded the title of ‘Maemo Master’ and invited to purchase a special Maemo Master Edition of the N900. The Maemo Master Edition will include the Nokia N900 device, Nokia BH-214 Bluetooth Stereo Headset, Maemo Master branded T-Shirts and other exciting goodies that will appeal to any tech geek in town.
About Maemo
Maemo software is based on an open source platform and allows for a variety of different applications to be developed – from home brew to commercial and everything in between; such as podcasting, Twitter and instant messaging applications. Consumers and developers can join the conversation with other members and Nokia employees by visiting http://maemo.org.
Designed for computer-grade performance in a compact size, Maemo complements Nokia’s other software platforms such as Symbian, which powers Nokia’s smartphones. Nokia’s diverse portfolio on multiple platforms will allow it to serve different purposes and address different target segments addressing unique needs.
More about the Nokia N900
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. One can be work related with a calendar widget and contacts application while another can be favorite bookmarked web pages while yet another can be set to show popular social networks.
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™ 9.4 support. Maemo software updates happen automatically over the internet. With the latest software upgrade, portrait browsing, email & calendar improvements, video call, FB chat support, etc.)
The Nokia N900 supports the best of Ovi Services; this includes: Nokia Maps, Nokia Messaging, IM, Ovi Files and so on. Messaging on the N900 is easy and convenient thanks to the full physical slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Additionally, with the latest software update, Ovi Store is to users, opening up a window to a whole host of applications and content, allowing them to get more out of their N900
The Nokia N900 has 32GB of storage, which is expandable up to 48GB via a microSD card. It also retains Nokia’s legacy of high quality imaging with a 5 megapixel camera, Carl Zeiss optics and a dual LED flash. The Maemo software and the N900 come with a new tag cloud user interface that helps users share images and videos online straight from your device.
About Nokia
At Nokia, we are committed to connecting people. We combine advanced technology with personalized services that enable people to stay close to what matters to them. Every day, more than 1.2 billion people connect to one another with a Nokia device - from mobile phones to advanced smartphones and high-performance mobile computers. Today, Nokia is integrating its devices with innovative services through Ovi (www.ovi.com), including music, maps, apps, email and more. Nokia's NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive digital mapping and navigation services, while Nokia Siemens Networks provides equipment, services and solutions for communications networks globally.