Archive for August, 2011
Deal: Nokia E7 Now $406 at Amazon
The Nokia E7 just got a price drop at Amazon. It’s now available for a lower price of $406. Coupons are not needed, but we’re not sure when this deal expires. This only applies to the silver color. Now might be a good time if you were considering this Symbian device with slide-out keyboard.
Demo: Symbian Anna Update Now Available for Nokia N8, C7, C6-01, E7
The long-awaited Symbian Anna update is now available for the Nokia Nokia N8, C7, C6-01, and the E7. The update includes new icons, portrait QWERTY keyboard (yay!), faster web browser, and other minor improvements. I recorded a video to show Anna for those who haven’t updated yet.
Random Act of Kindness: Nokia Gives Umbrellas to New Yorkers
The weather in New York City has been less than perfect this past week, but Nokia tried to make the best of a bad situation. As part of their Random Acts of Kindness, they braved the conditions and gave out free Nokia umbrellas to rain-soaked passersby in Union Square. Photos after the jump.
Polar to Launch 300 Apps for Nokia Phones, First 50 on Symbian
Nokia partners up with Polar Mobile to launch over 300 mobile apps for major media brands over the next 12 months. The apps will be made available to Nokia devices running Symbian, MeeGo, and Windows Phone. The first 50 will be available for Symbian through the Nokia Ovi Store in the next two months.
Nokia to Exhibit and Keynote at MWC 2012
Nokia has been off-site the last couple of years at Mobile Word Congress (MWC), but 2012 will be different. At the upcoming event, Nokia will exhibit in a 2,300 square meter space and CEO Stephen Elop will be a keynote speaker. MWC is the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry.
Nokia N9 Billboards Appear in Kazakhstan, Expected September 9th
Nokia N9 billboard ads have started showing up in Kazakhstan. Our fellow reader, Aziz, was kind enough to share some photos of with us. The translated message says, “Feel the different feelings with Nokia N9. Be the first to order.” Photos after the jump.
Nokia on GoogleMoto
So you’ve probably heard by now that Google is acquiring Motorola Mobility. Samsung, HTC, Sony Ericsson, and LG all say they welcome the news that Google is committed to defending Android and its partners. How does Nokia feel about it? Read on for the quote.
Nokia To Get Delivery of Windows Phone Devices in September
Nokia is expecting to receive 2 million Nokia Windows Phone devices from Taiwanese original device manufacturer (ODM) Compal in September. This unconfirmed info comes from a tweet by Dan Nystedt, a longtime technology journalist in Taiwan for IDG News, Dow Jones/Wall Street Journal, others; now working for investment company. The devices are reported to go on sale in October.
The UK Not Getting the Nokia N9 Either
The UK is not getting the Nokia N9 either. This follows on from yesterday’s news that Nokia N9 isn’t coming to North America. Check out the official statement after the jump.
Nokia President Says Android Has The Worst Email Client
Chris Weber, President of Nokia North America, recently talked to VentureBeat about Windows Phones, US carriers, and the changes in US operations. One part of the interview might get some Android fanboys angry. Weber said Android has the worst email client he has ever seen.
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