16 Jun
Posted by scottc as Communicate, Nokia, PDA and Smartphone
Nokia just announced 2 new smartphones in their "E" class of devices. Both phones have run on the Symbian S60 operating system and come equipped with HSDPA 3G, GPS, dual video cameras, MicroSD expansion slots and 110MB of internal memory.
The E71 has a landscape display and a full QWERTY keyboard, the E66 packs a portrait display and a sliding numeric keypad.
No word yet on a US release of these devices.
Source: Nokia press event
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02 Jun
Posted by scottc as Being productive, Communicate, Mobile Computing, Nokia, PDA and Smartphone
My review today, is the Nokia N810 "Portable Internet Tablet". This $429 (MSRP) device is a Linux powered computer. It is slightly larger than most PDA’s.
The N810 looks and feels gorgeous. Polished aluminum, slick metal kickstand, stunning display and a very sturdy sliding keyboard make for a device that is a pleasure to carry around.
In the box is the N810 itself, an AC charger, a MicroUSB cable, a car holder, stereo headphone (with microphone) and a basic pouch.
As I mentioned earlier; the N810 runs Linux. The "flavor" of Linux is called Maemo, a tablet enabled Debian derivative. The nice thing about the N810 is that it’s perfect for people who don’t know a thing about Linux, but also for those that do.
The Nokia N810 does not contain a cellular radio, so to connect to the Internet, you’ll need to use Wi-Fi, or the integrated Bluetooth along with your mobile phone. In my case, I used a Sprint Mogul with WmWiFiRouter to connect to 3G using the Wi-Fi of the N810 (how’s that for a mouthful). Wi-Fi connections can be made easier with the Boingo client or Devicescape.
So, lets take a look at the Nokia N810. As usual, there will be loads of photos, so if you are on the road on a slow connection, bookmark this page and look at it when you reach somewhere faster…
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17 May
Posted by scottc as Mobile applications, Nokia
Mobimate recently announced a new version of their hugely successful Worldmate application for Nokia S60 powered phones.
The basic version is free and offers weather reports, currency conversion, world clocks and a day/night map. When you upgrade to the premium version you also get access to flight alerts (alerts you to delays or other schedule changes), full OAG powered flight schedules, real-time flight statistics and satellite weather maps.
To learn more about Worldmate for the S60, click here, or simply point your Nokia phone to this link.
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18 Apr
Posted by scottc as Deals, Dell, Mobile Computing, Nokia
My deal of the day is the Nokia N800 Internet Tablet. This Linux powered tablet PC will run most of the applications you could need when on the road; email, Mozilla based browser, Skype, music and video players and even a webcam enabled chat client.
On the inside you’ll find WiFi, Bluetooth and an absolutely gorgeous 800×480 screen. The memory can be expanded with SD and MiniSD cards.
The device is perfect if you need a quick way to get online, or to make a VOIP phone call. Don’t let the Linux part scare you, the device is extremely easy to use.
Purchase link: Dell.com
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01 Apr
Posted by scottc as Communicate, Nokia, Sprint, WiMAX, XOHM
You just know a service is really going to become reality when big companies like Nokia and Everex start making hardware to take advantage of it.
At the CTIA tradeshow in Las Veags Nokia officially announced the N810 WiMAX Internet Tablet, and Everex announced a "MAX" version of their $399 Cloudbook.
All we need now is actual WiMAX and a new era of surfing for Rickrolled Youtube clips can begin!
Sprint still claims XOHM is on track for release in the first half of the year.
If you missed what WiMAX is all about; check out the number 8 spot in my "2008 hot list" of upcoming technologies. But to make a long story short: it’s the Internet. Wireless. Fast. Gizmodo took XOHM for a testdrive, and was impressed. I want it now.
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28 Mar
Posted by scottc as Being productive, Nokia, PDA and Smartphone, WiFi
It was hardly a secret that Nokia would reveal a WiMax enabled tablet, but somehow I doubt it was meant to actually be shown on their site till next week…
Nevertheless; this is the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet WiMax edition. I’m assuming the specifications are the same as the "normal" N810 (WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, sliding display and keyboard).
All we need now is actual WiMax to use it on…
Source: Nokia Europe (Via Engadget)
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