NokiaNokia N900 handset soars into Indian market

Nokia N900 handset soars into Indian market

Nokia N900

Nokia has news for those looking out for a mobile computing solution that’s easy to fit into a pocket. Nokia has brought the N900 smartphone to Indian shores. The handset flaunts a high resolution 3.5” WVGA touch screen and full slide-out QWERTY keypad for comfortable typing.

The device is fitted with a 5MP camera that boasts of Carl Zeiss optics and dual LED flash. Users can enjoy multiple connectivity options like access to 3G networks, Ovi services and apps like Nokia Maps, messaging, IM, Ovi Files through the Ovi Store. This phone allows access to e-mail, social networking sites, music, websites, images, and more. It provides users with memory of up to 32GB that can be expanded by up to 48GB through a microSD card.

“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,” affirmed Jasmeet Gandhi, Head of Product and Services Marketing, Nokia India, while commenting on the N900’s unveiling.

Apart being powered by an ARM Cortex-A8 processor, the handset offers up to 1GB of application memory and OpenGL ES 2.0 for graphics acceleration. Users can switch between applications and access running content through the dashboard. The phone allows the home screen to be customized with favorite shortcuts, widgets and applications as per user requirements.

The N900 has been attributed with Nokia’s Linux based Maemo operating platform which is a web based program which complements Nokia’s smartphones that run the Symbian OS. This software equips developers to create various applications such as podcasting, IM apps and Twitter among others. The tag cloud UI allows users to share images and videos online directly from the phone. The device is touted to possess multi tasking capabilities that lets users open several applications simultaneously.

Automatic Maemo updates provide users with video calling and FB chat support, software upgrades, portrait browsing, e-mail and calendar improvements. This gadget is equipped with Mozilla technology that makes websites look the way they would appear on a PC. Additionally, the quality of the online videos and interactive apps is enhanced with full Adobe Flash 9.4 support. The device enables speedy internet connectivity via 10/2 HSPA and WLAN. Users can surf web pages while using IM or listening to music.

“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. 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,” added Gandhi.

The winning participant or ‘Maemo Master’ of Nokia’s newly launched ‘The Maemo Masters Invitational Series’ interactive web based initiative for mobile and technology buffs across India will be invited to purchase a special Maemo Master Edition of the N900. This special edition will encompass the Nokia N900, Nokia BH 214 Bluetooth stereo headset and more.

The Nokia N900 will be available for purchase from June 9 this year through Nokia branded outlets in major cities across India. The price tag attached to this handset is unclear for now.

UPDATE: We’ve just been informed by a Nokia rep that the handset will be priced at around Rs. 30,000.

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