All-day mobility comes to the U.S. with Nokia Booklet 3G for AT&T
(Thomson Reuters ONE) - Corporate news announcement processed and transmitted by Hugin AS.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sleek, strong Windows 7-based mini-laptop hits Best Buy stores for299.99 USD in time for the holidaysNew York, NY, USA - Drawing upon its rich heritage and leadership inthe mobile industry, Nokia is opening a new chapter in mobility withthe introduction of the Nokia Booklet 3G to the U.S. together withAT&T, Best Buy and Microsoft. Developed for connectivity just aboutanytime and virtually anywhere, the Nokia Booklet 3G is refining whatconsumers can expect at the crossroads of mobility and the personalcomputer."Nokia understands mobility like no other company and recognizes thatthe most 'powerful' device is the one that doesn't have you runningfor the power plug or network point," said Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo,president and CEO of Nokia. "By combining the Booklet's sleek design,impressive features and competitive price together with the newWindows 7 operating system from Microsoft, AT&T's nationwide 3Gcoverage and Best Buy's unmatched national retail footprint, webelieve we have a winning combination for U.S. consumers.""Our alliance with Nokia is advancing on multiple fronts and theNokia Booklet 3G is an important step," said Microsoft CEO SteveBallmer. "We are excited with Nokia's decision to launch its first PCwith Windows 7. By combining the value and simplicity of theoperating system with the all-day mobility of the Nokia Booklet 3G,we are bringing new and valuable experiences to consumers andbusinesses."The Nokia Booklet 3G will be sold at all Best Buy locationsnationwide as well as at the more than 50 Best Buy Mobile standalonestores across the country. The Nokia Booklet 3G will be offered at anintroductory price of 299.99 USD with an AT&T Data Connect plantwo-year activation. The Nokia Booklet 3G should arrive in stores bymid-November, and Best Buy expects to begin taking orders online andin stores on October 22 for consumers who want to be among the firstin the world to own the Nokia Booklet 3G."The Nokia Booklet 3G is a really sharp, exciting device and we lookforward to powering it with the nation's fastest 3G network," saidRalph de la Vega, president and CEO, AT&T Mobility and ConsumerMarkets. "Consumers and small business customers can't get enoughmobile broadband. Nokia's mobile device leadership, together withAT&T's mobile broadband network leadership, Best Buy's retail reachand Windows 7, is a very strong line-up to drive this fast-growingmarket.""Our customers are looking for ways to stay connected no matter wherethey are and we're finding that netbooks and laptops are importantcompanion devices next to the smartphone. The addition of the NokiaBooklet 3G to our stores will only serve to amplify consumer interestin this emerging mobile technology," said Brian J. Dunn, CEO of BestBuy. "As the exclusive retailer through the holidays, Best Buy isuniquely positioned to offer this great product to consumers andensure they have the knowledge, supporting products and services touse it the minute they leave our stores."Best Buy associates will offer Walk Out Working on the Nokia Booklet3G, as they do for all smartphones. The free service will helpcustomers activate the device, walk through the Windows 7 operatingsystem and make sure customers understand all of the extras includingOvi Suite, the Ovi Maps gadget, and features like Bluetoothconnectivity.Sporting a premium design and running Windows 7, the IntelAtom-powered Nokia Booklet 3G will deliver up to 12 hours of batterylife, enabling people to leave their power cable behind and still beconnected and productive. Delivering the rich feature set of afull-function PC inside an ultra-portable aluminum chassis, the newmini-laptop weighs less than 2.76 pounds, measures slightly more thantwo centimeters thin, and has the features one would expect from theworld's leading mobile device manufacturer. Embedded 3G/ HSPA - aswell as Wi-Fi - high speed connectivity to the Internet, includingNokia's broad suite of Ovi services, helps ensure consumers can makethe most of every moment and every opportunity.The mini-laptop also comes with an HDMI port for HD video out, afront facing camera for video calling, integrated Bluetooth and aneasily accessible SD card reader. Other premium features include theglass 10.1 inch HD-ready display, integrated A-GPS with Ovi Maps, andthe latest version of Ovi Suite for effortless synching with a Nokiamobile device.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. +1 972 894 4573E-mail: communication.corp(at)nokia.comwww.nokia.com* The Nokia Booklet 3G has not been authorized as required by therules of the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC"). This deviceis not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased,until FCC authorization is obtained. Nokia intends to obtain FCCauthorization prior to commercial launch of this device. Thecommercial device may include different features and technologies.Information about this device, including technical specifications andpresale/retail availability dates, is subject to change. i AT&T imposes a Regulatory Cost Recovery Charge of up to $1.25 tohelp defray costs incurred in complying with obligations and chargesimposed by State and Federal telecom regulations; State and FederalUniversal Service charges; and surcharges for government assessmentson AT&T. These fees are not taxes or government-required charges. Upto $36 activation fee applies. Early Termination Fee: None ifcancelled in the first 30 days, but up to $20 restocking fee mayapply to equipment returns; thereafter up to $175 --- End of Message ---NOKIAP.O. Box 226
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