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Nokia E7 - Outdoor sunlight visibility test

Nokia E7 - Outdoor sunlight visibility testThe Nokia E7 takes the mantel of business flagship following its announcement at Nokia World 2010. The device features a 4.0 inch touch display, 16GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera, a secondary camera for video calls and is powered by a 680 MHz processor with 256MB of RAM.

Check out the video below which tests the device outside, under direct sunlight.

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Nokia C3-01 officially announced

Nokia C3-01

The Nokia C3-01 Touch and Type was announced at the Nokia World 2010 event. This device is the second S40 device from Nokia to feature a touch screen. It features a stainless steal body and has a 5MP camera along with 3G and WiFi connectivity.

The Nokia C3-01 Touch and Type joins the Nokia E7, Nokia C7 and Nokia C6-01 devices announced at Nokia World 2010. While the device shares the look of the Nokia 6700 Classic, in terms of features the 2.4" touch screen makes it closer to the musically inclined Nokia X3-02 Touch and Type which was the first S40 to feature a touch screen.

In terms of connectivity this device has quad band GSM/GPRS/EDGE connectivity including 3G and HSPA. the C3-01 internal memory can be expanded via microSD card up to 32GB.

The device measures at 111x47.5x11mm and will cost 145 euros (190 USD) before taxes and subsides. and will be available in the fourth quarter of this year.

Check out the data sheet of the Nokia C3-01 (click to enhance) :


Check out the promotional video of the Nokia C3-01 Touch and Type:


If you want to read more about Nokia World 2010 and the devices released you can visit my post here
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Nokia C6-01 - Hands On

Nokia C6-01 - Hands On

The Nokia C6-01 was announced at Nokia World 2010 yesterday alongside the Nokia E7 and the Nokia C7. It features a 3.2 inch touch display, a 2GB microSD card, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture, a secondary camera for video calls and is powered by a 680 MHz processor with 256 MB of RAM. Check out a hands on video with the Nokia C6-01 below:





You can read about GSMArena's first impressions of this device here
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Nokia C7 - Hands On

Nokia C7 - Hands On

The Nokia C7 is a Symbian smartphone, which was announced yesterday during the Nokia World 2010 conference. The handset has a 3.5 inch display, an 8MP camera and a metal frame. Check out the following hands on video with the new device.




You can also check out GSMArena’s first impressions of the Nokia C7 here and look at the camera samples from the device here.
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Nokia C7 officially announced

Nokia C7

The Nokia C7 was announced today at Nokia World 2010 alongside the Nokia E7 and the Nokia C6. The C7 features a 3.5 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 680 MHz processor with 256MB of RAM.

Check out the video presentation of the Nokia C7 below:

The Nokia C7 is sleek at 10.5mm wide with a stainless steel finish. Its camera features dual LED flash much like the camera on the E7. It also shares the E7's connectivity features but makes up for the lack of HDMI with the traditional video out.

The C7 has an AMOLED display with nHD resolution. The device will feature 8GB of internal storage but allow microSD expansion cards unlike the E7. The handset is expected to cost 335 Euros (430 USD) before taxes and subsides when it is made available in the fourth quarter of this year, likely in time for the holiday season.

To stay up-to-date on the Nokia World 2010 check here


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Nokia C6-01

Nokia C6-01 - Specs
The Nokia C6-01 is a smartphone which runs Symbian. The device features a 3.2 inch touch display, a 2GB microSD card, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture, a secondary camera for video calls and is powered by a 680 MHz processor with 256 MB of RAM.

The full Nokia C6-01 specifications follow:

OS Symbian^3
Size Dimensions 103.8 x 52.5 x 13.9 mm,
65 cc
Weight 131 g
Display Type AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Size 3.2 inches, 360 x 640 pixels
Features scratch resistant gorilla glass
Memory Internal 340 MB
1GB ROM
External 2 GB microSD, upto 32 GB
Connectivity 3G HSDPA - 10.2 Mbps
HSUPA - 2 Mbps
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP
Infrared No
USB 2.0 microUSB
Camera Primary 8 MP
Secondary VGA
Video 720p @ 25 fps
Features geo-tagging
fixed-focus
dual-LED flash
image stabilization
video stabilization
Hardware CPU 680 MHz ARM 11
GPU Broadcom BCM2727
Chipset
RAM 256MB
Radio Stereo FM with RDS
Audio dedicated mic for active noise cacellation
Video
GPS Includes A-GPS support
Sensors Accelerometer
digital compass
proximity sensor
Battery Li-Po 1930 mAh
Stand-by
Talk-time
Additional
Features
hardware TV-Out
software social network integration
XVid/DivX support
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The official data sheet of the C6-01 follows (click to expand) :



Check out the video presentation of the Nokia C6-01 below:


The Nokia C6-01, not to be mistaken for the Nokia C6-00 was also announced today at Nokia World 2010 alongside the Nokia E7 and the Nokia C7.  Its stainless steel body has a 13.9mm width, making it slightly thicker than the C7. This device will be the cheapest of the trio announced today and cost 260 euros (334USD).The C6-01 will be available in the Q4 of this year, probably during the holiday season.

You can follow the events of Nokia World 2010 here
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Nokia World 2010


The Nokia World 2010 is scheduled to take place between the 14th and 15th of September London and is currently underway. The event marks the release of the much anticipated Nokia N8 which will feature Symbian^3 and a 12 megapixel camera with Xenon flash.

Check out the Nokia World 2010 and a highlights of all the announcements during the course of the event below:

Check out the Nokia World Agenda follows:




Check out the Nokia World opening - courtesy of GSMArena:



The Three following devices were introduced and they will feature the Symbian^3 OS



Firstly the Nokia E7 will take up the mantel as the new Business flagship device. You can read more about the Nokia E7 here.

You can also check a hands on video  and some photos of the Nokia E7 here.


The next in line is the Nokia C7 which shares some of the connectivity features of the E7 and the 8MP camera with dual LED flash. The C7 is a slim device at on 10.5 mm and allows memory expansion via microSD card. You can learn more about the C7 here and check out the device specifications here.

If you want to see some samples of the Nokia C7's photos or want to check a hands on video of the device check here.

The Nokia C6-01 was the third Symbian^3 device featured today. While it shares some of the features of the other two devices like the 8MP camera, It comes at a cheaper price than it's siblings. You can read more about the C6-01 here.

If you want to check a hands on video of the Nokia C6-01 check here.


The Nokia C3-01 Touch and Type also joined Nokia's lineup of devices to be announced at the Nokia World 2010 event. You can read more about this device here.

Check out some behind the scenes footage from Nokia World 2010, which include highlights from the event and an exclusive interview with project manager Minna Lappalainen and some of her colleagues.


Ovi Maps has received an update which was demonstrated at Nokia World 2010. This new version (3.06) which is still in beta can be downloaded from Nokia Beta Labs. The new version introduces a more powerful search, improved place page, more sharing options, public transportation lines in 85 cities and live traffic reports. Added on is an all new feature called 'check in'. Check the video below and the feature list following.

  • Visually refreshed main menu and icons,
  • New maps with public transport lines (as a new map layer) for subways, trams and trains in 80+ cities around the world. Just click the map toolbox icon and select Transit lines,
  • Improved search experience - find places and addresses around you -- or anywhere in the world -- fast and easily. Browse places or enter a keyword in the search box. Now withsuggestions and "did you mean?" functionality,
  • New place pages with description, reviews, pictures and places nearby. Interact with places in a whole new way -- you can check in, contact, navigate, save, rate, share, report or see place on the map,
  • Share a place -- send a place to your friends via SMS or Email. The SMS contains the address and a link to the place page with description, ratings, contact, URL and a mini map. The link opens up on the mobile browser (also on non-Nokia devices),
  • Check in -- keep your friends up-to-date with where you are and what you're up to. Check in to places and share it with your friends on Facebook and many more social networks. See places you've been to in your check in history,
  • New Drive assistance mode with live traffic flow -- after clicking Drive, you're instantly in drive assistance mode with live traffic flow and more. Once you start moving, get safety camera alerts and speed limit warnings,
  • More folders with many rich content services relevant to your location. Personalise your Ovi Maps by selecting the services you'd like to keep on your main menu for instant access

Check out the highlights of the 14th September 2010 from the Nokia World 2010 event in the video below:


Check out some of the new APPS that were demoed at Nokia World 2010

Gig Finder is an app that allows you to find the gigs around your area. Watch the app being demoed on the newly announced Nokia C7 in the vide below:


Nokia demonstrated it's official foursquare app which will soon be available for download via Ovi Store. Check out the demo video of this app below



Nokia demos its officially branded Foursquare app from The Next Web on Vimeo.

Some games were also demoed for the newly launched Symbian^3 platform. Two such games are Angry Birds and Hero of Sparta. Check their demo videos below. You can check their demo videos below:

Angry Birds for Symbian^3

Hero of Sparta for Symbian^3
Looks like Nokia is finally playing catch up in the Games department. I hope this will bring about more popular titles introduced for the Symbian^3 platform.

The 'Make an App' competition was also a feature of the Nokia World 2010, where ideas from the public were collected and voted for for a chance to have the 13 top ideas featured and the contributors rewarded with Brand New N8 devices. The top prize was a whooping $100,000. Check out a clip from that event below:


Some Fancy hardware was also introduced at the Nokia World 2010 event. Check some of them below:

The Nokia Charging Plate (DT-600) was introduced. Which can replace excess chargers and wires lying around. Check this post for more information on this device.

The Nokia Plug & Touch was also demoed, which can turn your TV into a touch screen device. Check the video of this device in action below:


Thats it for my post on Nokia World 2010. The event was closed by the incoming CEO, Stephan Elop. Nokia World 2010 saw the introduction of some brand new mobile devices and improved developer tools. Over the two days of this event it was visited by over 5,000 people who include operators, developers, business partners and media personnel.

With the dust settling down on the event, all eyes will shift to the outcome, Will the new Symbian^3 devices boost Nokia back to the top of the mobile world? or Will Apple, Google and the soon to be released Windows Phone 7 rule the roost the year ahead. The judgment is in the hands of the public.
For more information on Nokia World 2010 check here.
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WWDC 2010 - Keynote Address

WWDC 2010 - Keynote Address

During the keynote address at the WWDC 2010, CEO Steve Jobs introduced the new Apple iPhone 4 along with Apple iPhone OS 4.0 (iOS 4.0). You can watch the keynote address in its entirety below.


source – Apple
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Ten things to wish for at the WWDC 2010

Ten things to wish for at the WWDC 2010

The WWDC event is scheduled to kick off on the 7th of June, with a keynote address from Steve Jobs. This event is not only looked forward to eagerly by the developer world, but by consumers as well.

While all we know now is that it will host the launch of the much awaited iPhone OS 4, The world also awaits the release of the iPhone 4/HD. Here are a list of 10 things we would expect from the WWDC, so here they are with my own thoughts attached:


iPhone OS 4.0 & The new iPhone

Each year Apple has released an iPhone alongside a major update to their OS. The company generally keeps a sharp, tight lid on their device prototypes but unfortunately the upcoming device has seen several leaks this time. Though we don't know the name the new iPhone will have, we look forward to the new iPhone making its debut at the WWDC this year.

Apple's iPhone OS is simple beautiful and easy to use. With the upcoming iteration, features such as multi tasking promises to make the iPhone OS stand firmly up against its competition.


iPhone with CDMA on Verizon

AT&T has been the sole carrier of all the iPhones to date. There has however been speculation this time that iPhone is expected to come to Verizon either later this year or in early 2011. I am not sure if this announcement will be made at the WWDC, but it would be good to see if this rumor is true.


iPad OS 4.5 ?

iPad runs iPhone OS, but with a visual boost on its apps to accommodate the bigger screen. While iPhone OS was on 3.1.3, Apple released iPad OS 3.2. It would make more sense to me if iPad's OS at least had a 0.5 increment to show that the '0.5' marks the iPad's OS. Its highly possible that we will only see OS 4 on the next generation iPad. iPad owners have been complaining about WiFi issues that have been haunting them since the device launched. If iPad OS 4.5 is not due anytime soon, I hope we at least get to see a 3.2.1 increment.


iTunes.com for iTunes in the Cloud

With Apple's acquirement of the music streaming service Lala, there is hope for some sort of cloud based streaming service from Apple. While i don't see the practically of hosting your entire music collection online, i am sure this concept should have some interesting results.


Refresh for Macbook Air, Mac Mini and Mac Pro

Its been quite some time since the MacBook Air saw a new version. I am not sure if Apple will continue to focus on its iPhone and iPad as untra portable devices for awhile or give the Air a much needed boost in RAM and GPU. The Mac Mini is also expected to be refreshed with HDMI.


MobileMe for Free

Enough with this one Apple. Personally I love being linked to the cloud and I hate that Apple adamantly keeps their service as a paid only service while other providers like Microsoft, Google and Nokia offer it for free. Recent changes in the mobile me account hints at the possibility of this happening and all I can say is, its long overdue.

MobileMe is a service that pushes email, contacts and calendar events over the air allowing all your iDevices to stay in sync. Its added features like Remote Swipe and Device locate add security that make the service invaluable to the end user.


Safari 5

Apple is expected to give their browser a much needed refresh with tons of new features in a move to better it to it's competition with Google Chrome and Opera.

Mac OS X 10.6.4 This iteration of OS X has been tested for some time now, This update enhances performance and stability and it is hoped that we would see it's release during the WWDC.


OS X 10.7 Sneak Peak

While the focus of this even will be on the iPhone OS4 and the new iPhone it will be nice if we get to see a bit o what's to come with probably the last iteration of OS X. I personally cant wait for the release of OS 4.0 for my iPhone. I don't think i will be considering the new iPhone. MobileMe being made free would ensure that I stick to using the iPhone without swapping phones this year.



source - RedmondPie
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[iOS app] WWDC app available for attendees of the WWDC 2010

WWDC app for iOS

Apple has released an app for WWDC 2010 attendees. The app helps you keep track of the WWDC week events and programs. If you are an attendee you can get your app using the following link:

 


source – Apple
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Win a Nokia N8 and a trip to Nokia World 2010

Nokia giving a chance to win an N8 and trip to Nokia World 2010The Nokia N8 is an upcoming device from Nokia set to take on the role of the company’s camera flagship. Its the first device from the company to feature a 12 megapixel camera and to be built on the new Symbian^3 operating system.

Nokia has just started a ‘Make an app‘ competition. What you basically have to do is submit ideas for applications under four categories (Think Green, Fun & Games, Easier Living, Better World) and also be sure to vote on the ideas you like.

Nokia's Make an App ContestNokia will select 10 ideas each week based on the number of votes. A panel of guest judges will choose 3 ideas from each category at the end of two months. Thus the top 12 submitters ( 3 from each category of four) will be selected to win a trip to Nokia World where there apps will be developed within 24 hours by Nokia’s development team. The winners will also receive a brand new N8 device. Their apps will also be professionally developed and featured on the Ovi Store.

So go over to the Make an App page and read the rules and submit your apps. I too am going to be busy submitting my ideas in the hopes of getting a chance that my app gets voted for. Do look out for me when you vote

[UPDATE] The winners have been announced (Sadly I am not one of them). But congrats to the guys who have won a trip to London for the Nokia World event, and also on your brand new N8 devices with your winning apps. You can check the winners here
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WWDC 2010

WWDC 2010

The Apple Worldwide Developer Conference has been announced to take place from the 7th - 11th of June 2010.

[UPDATE] This five day event is focused at providing advanced content for skilled developers. The event also helps build a community of iPhone, iPad and Mac users. The Apple developers will have multiple sessions and labs for the attendees.

[UPDATE] The WWDC 2010 kicked off on the 7th of June with the keynote address made by Steve Jobs. In his address the Apple CEO presented figures on iPad sales and introduced the all new Apple iPhone 4 and the iPhone OS 4 (renamed iOS 4). Apple also introduced iADs which is an advertising platform designed to help developers release cheaper apps to the public.

Safari 5 and iTunes 9.2 were also introduced, with the later only being made available to (developer) attendees of the conference.

The conference is continuing during the course of the week and has a score of demonstrations and lab sessions aimed at Apple developers.


source - Apple
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Google I/O attendees receive Motorola Droid or Nexus One

Google I/O 2010The attendees of Google I/O 2010 got to experience more than the latest Google technologies as they will be receiving a special gift this year in the form or either a Motorola Droid or a Google Nexus One.

Last year's attendees also received Android handsets, but Google has decided to ship the devices out this year to avoid spending time handing them out and registering them during the event.

The only downside is that you can't choose between the two devices as Google is sending them based on what location they entered when they signed up for the conference. But this shouldn't matter too much when you are receiving one of the two hottest Android handsets in the market.
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