Maemo 5 injects speed and power into mobile computing
(Thomson Reuters ONE) - Corporate news announcement processed and transmitted by Hugin AS.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The new Nokia N900: Computer-grade performance in a handsetEspoo, Finland - Nokia today marked the next phase in the evolutionof Maemo software with the new Nokia N900. Taking its cues from theworld of desktop computing, the open source, Linux-based Maemosoftware delivers a PC-like experience on a handset-sized device.The Nokia N900 has evolved from Nokia's previous generation ofInternet Tablets and broadens the choice for technology enthusiastswho appreciate the ability to multitask and browse the internet likethey would on their desktop computer.Running on the new Maemo 5 software, the Nokia N900 empowers users tohave dozens of application windows open and running simultaneouslywhile taking full advantage of the cellular features, touch screenand QWERTY keyboard."With Linux software, Mozilla-based browser technology and now alsowith cellular connectivity, the Nokia N900 delivers a powerful mobileexperience," says Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President, Markets,Nokia. "The Nokia N900 shows where we are going with Maemo and we'llcontinue to work with the community to push the software forward.What we have with Maemo is something that is fusing the power of thecomputer, the internet and the mobile phone, and it is great to seethat it is evolving in exciting ways."Designed for computer-grade performance in a compact size, Maemocomplements Nokia's other software platforms, such as Symbian, whichpowers Nokia's smartphones."Just as Nokia continues to expand and diversify its deviceportfolio, so it is deploying multiple platforms to allow it to servedifferent purposes and address different markets. While we have seencontinued growth in Symbian as a smartphone platform, Maemo enablesNokia to deliver new mobile computing experiences based onopen-source technology that has strong ties with desktop platforms,"says Jonathan Arber, Senior Research Analyst in Consumer Mobile atIDC.More multitasking with MaemoThe Nokia N900 packs a powerful ARM Cortex-A8 processor, up to 1GB ofapplication memory and OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration. Theresult is PC-like multitasking, allowing many applications to runsimultaneously. Switching between applications is simple, as allrunning content is constantly available through the dashboard. Thepanoramic homescreen can be fully personalized with favoriteshortcuts, widgets and applications.To make web browsing more enjoyable, the Nokia N900 features ahigh-resolution WVGA touch screen and fast internet connectivity with10/2 HSPA and WLAN. Thanks to the browser powered by Mozillatechnology, websites look the way they would on any computer. Onlinevideos and interactive applications are vivid with full AdobeFlash(TM) 9.4 support. Maemo software updates happen automaticallyover the internet.Messaging on the N900 is easy and convenient thanks to the fullphysical slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Setting up email happens withonly a few touches and the Nokia Messaging service mobilizes up to 10personal email accounts. Text message or IM exchanges with friendsare shown in one view and all conversations are organized as separatewindows.The Nokia N900 has 32GB of storage, which is expandable up to 48GBvia a microSD card. For photography, the Maemo software and the N900come with a new tag cloud user interface that will help users get themost out of the 5MP camera and Carl Zeiss optics.The Nokia N900 will be available in select markets from October 2009with an estimated retail price of EUR 500 excluding sales taxes andsubsidies. The Nokia N900 will be displayed at Nokia World,Stuttgart, on September 2. More information on Maemo is available athttp://maemo.nokia.com.About NokiaNokia is a pioneer in mobile telecommunications and the world'sleading maker of mobile devices. Today, we are connecting people innew and different ways - fusing advanced mobile technology withpersonalized services to enable people to stay close to what mattersto them. We also provide comprehensive digital map informationthrough NAVTEQ; and equipment, solutions and services forcommunications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.Media Enquiries:NokiaCommunicationsTel. +358 7180 34900Email: press.services(at)nokia.comwww.nokia.com --- End of Message ---NOKIAP.O. Box 226
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