Archive for February, 2011
Developers Getting Free Nokia E7, Windows Phone, Admission to Nokia World
To assist with development activities, Forum Nokia Launchpad members received an email today saying they are to receive a Nokia E7, a Windows Phone device, and admission to the next Nokia World/Nokia Developer Summit free of charge. Launchpad is designed to help accelerate development and elevate business visibility through Ovi store.
Intel Giving Away Lots of Cash, Trip to Antarctica, Jet Flight & More for MeeGo Developers
Intel is currently offering several incentives for developers to create MeeGo apps. The prizes look very interesting. How does a trip to South Pole sound? How about flying former military jets at supersonic speeds? If you’re not into that, you can opt for cash. The first 100 submitted quality apps also get $500 and the best 10 of those apps get $1000.
Think of New App Ideas, Win Trip to Austin TX During SXSW
Here’s another lovely contest for you to win thanks to Nokia. Suggest a brand new idea for a mobile app and if your idea is selected by the judges, you win a trip to South By Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. Submissions can be short essays (50 words minimum) or a video (shorter than 3 minutes). This contest is only open to residents of the United States.
Finnish Union Demands EUR 100K to Each Nokia Employee Laid Off From Strategy Overhaul
Chairman of a large Finnish trade union, Antti Rinne, told the Wall Street Journal on Tuesday it will demand Nokia to pay EUR 100,000 to each employee it lays off as part of its strategy overhaul. The union represents 5,000 Nokia employees. Rinne says the lump sum in addition to their severance payment will pay for their reeducation.
Nokia N8 Grammy TV Spot
The Nokia N8 goes prime time! Here’s a new 30-second TV spot that airs during the Grammys (Feb 13th) and the Academy Awards (Feb 27th). The singer says, “Don’t fence me in,” while the speaker says, “Made for making… the Nokia N8.” Check it out.
Nokia Windows Phone Prototype Photo Shown at MWC
The Nokia Press event is still happening as I’m typing this. They’ve just showed off a photo of a Nokia Windows Phone prototype in several colors. It looks a lot like the leaked images from yesterday. Take a look.
Nokia’s First MeeGo Device Rejected by Operators
The first planned Nokia MeeGo device was rejected by operators because of a flimsy keyboard, according to TechCrunch’s unnamed source. It was originally scheduled for announcement late last year. I’m having a hard time remembering any Nokia device with a loose keyboard! Nevertheless, TechCrunch says a keyboard-less MeeGo device could be announced tomorrow at Mobile World Congress.
Deal: Nokia N8 $399 at Amazon
The Nokia N8 is now available at Amazon for a lower price of $399. Coupons are unnecessary, but we’re not sure when the deal expires. After today’s announcement of Symbian’s expected death, maybe the price will keep going down. Don’t get mad at me though if you miss the deal.
Nokia Windows Phone Concept Photos
Engadget got a couple of exclusive images of the Nokia Windows Phone devices. No word on hardware specifications yet since these are just concepts from the two companies. The devices look slim, colorful, and sexy. Photos after the jump.
Nokia’s Symbian Heading Towards Extinction
If you’re still thinking Symbian will linger around, don’t count on it. Nokia CEO Stephen Elop and CFO Timo Ihamuotila shared a slide during this morning’s briefing that paints a very clear picture. Symbian is heading into extinction. Windows Phone is the future for Nokia. Slide after the jump.
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