Company Press Release:
 
Nokia Nseries and A.R. Rahman, the Godfather of Music join hands for a new mobile music initiative
First Nokia N91, a mobile music jukebox presented to A.R. Rahman
 
 
New Delhi, April 28, 2006: Nokia, the world leader in mobile communications today joined hands with music maestro A.R. Rahman for his initiative “Pray For Me, Brother”. As part of this announcement, Nokia presented its first N91 music smart phone to A.R. Rahman, the most influential name in contemporary Indian music. This announcement signifies Nokia’s intent to build the mobile music domain through collaboration with the best in the industry and at the same time provide music enthusiasts in India access to an iconic mobile music device with cutting-edge smart phone capabilities.

To support the “Pray For Me, Brother” music initiative, Nokia Nseries will be conducting a series of events and activities across the country. The proceeds generated from the activities and the sale of the album will be donated to the United Nations charity towards poverty alleviation.

The Nokia N91 is the first of its kind music smart phone that delivers seamless switching between the integrated functions of music, smart phone and imaging. What differentiates the Nokia N91 is the fact that it is always connected, enabling users to download music while on the move, add songs to their play list and share them anytime, anywhere. The N91 provides a massive storage space of 4GB and can store up to 3,000 songs on the device. While supporting a host of digital music formats, the N91 offers 12.5 hours of seamless digital sound.

Mr. Gautam Advani, Director, Multimedia, Nokia India, said, “Nokia Nseries is extremely honored and excited about its association with the guru of music Mr. A. R. Rahman. This announcement breaks new ground for mobile music in India and we are thrilled that Mr A.R. Rahman has chosen Nokia N91 as his mobile music companion.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. A. R Rahman said, “I am delighted to be associated with Nokia Nseries for my initiative “Pray for Me, Brother” which for the first time will have my sound tracks in English.”  He added, “I am also thrilled with the complete music experience delivered on the Nokia N91 and I am convinced that it will become my constant mobile music companion.”

Your Fashionable Accessories on N91 Jukebox
Encased in a stainless steel stylish case, the Nokia N91 is a true converged device with dedicated music keys on its face, which slide down to reveal the phone keypad. Nokia N91 features a range of compatible accessories from industry leading brands Bose, Harman Kardon, JBL and Sennheiser. In addition to using their favorite audio accessories, the Nokia N91 through its standard 3.5mm jack, allows consumers to maximize their audio experience by choosing products from a line-up of Nokia tested and recommended audio accessories.

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.
 

About Nokia
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