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• 29Jul

  iPay POS Offers Multi-Gateway Card Swiping for iPhone

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  Rapadev, LLC, the development company behind ProcessAway, has released iPay POS Credit Card Terminal for iPhone.

  “Since we released our innovative solution back in 2008, there has been a proliferation of credit card apps in the AppStore,” states Randy Palermo, Member of Rapadev, LLC and lead developer. “While they all essentially do the same thing, they have restrictions or shortcomings to their operation. Most competing Apps require you to use a specific merchant account provider or gateway, or they don’t have a card reader available, or they are not PA-DSS certified. We developed iPay POS to address these issues.”

  The software performs captures, authorizations, voids and credits. It utilizes multiple database tables for recording transactions and repeating sale information, such as order, shipping, and customer info. There is also an option to add a gratuity to the final charge.

  iPay POS supports many gateways, including gateways outside the United States. A partial listing of supported gateways include: Authorize.net, NMI, Ogone, PayLeap, PayJunction, PayPal Payments Pro, RedFin, Skipjack and PayTrace. Gateways that wish to be included in iPay POS should submit their API documentation to Rapadev for inclusion in a future update.

  Rapadev has worked closely with ITSCO to have iPay POS be the first Apple sanctioned application for the iMag Magnetic Swipe Reader for iPhone. The iMag is a secure MSR capable of reading up to three tracks with a bi-directional swipe. The reader is available for ordering directly within iPay POS or at http://cardreaderstore.com.

  iPay POS has been coded to strict PCI standards and has undergone PA-DSS testing. The software has passed PA-DSS certification. “It was important for us to make the investment in PA-DSS certification,” continues Mr. Palermo. “If a merchant uses a non PA-DSS certified application, that merchant is opening him/herself up to possible liability issues if any sort of fraud or other security breach happens, even if the merchant or application had nothing to do with the incident. When a customer looking for someone to
  place blame on asks a merchant using iPay POS if their card was processed on a certified secure application, that merchant can confidently say yes.”

  iPay POS Credit Card Terminal is available in the Apple AppStore as a free download. The application comes with the ability to perform unlimited test transactions and 10 live transactions. Additional transactions may be acquired with an In-App purchase. Further information, video, screenshots, and FAQs can be found at http://www.ipaypos.com.

  

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• 22Jul

  Android Application for Mobile Professionals

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  Android Application for Mobile Professionals – Contact: Finder – Allows Job Seekers and Sales Professionals to Find Contact Information on People at Any Company or Organization, and Automatically Add Them to Their Contact Database.

  Macrosoft, Inc., a leading-edge software design and development company, announces the availability of a new Android application, Contact: Finder. Like Macrosoft’s other Android applications, Contact: Finder is designed for “on the go” mobile professionals.

  How often has a user wanted to contact an individual on LinkedIn, Facebook, or other social networking sites using Web 2.0 approaches? Those sites however, generally do not provide direct contact information. Contact: Finder solves this problem.

  The Android application Contact: Finder is specifically designed for not only sales representatives and other
  professionals looking for a contact, but also job seekers searching for a hiring manager or HR professional.

  Contact: Finder has this unique ability to directly connect people. The application automatically inserts the selected individuals into the user’s contact list on the phone, as well as their e-mail contacts. This eliminates the need to re-key data. Contact: Finder lets the user search the Internet by entering just a few keywords, such as company name, title, person’s name, etc., whereupon the application does the rest. Using advanced Web-crawling technology, artificial intelligence, heuristics and text parsing, Contact: Finder has the ability to often find multiple phone numbers and email addresses for an individual.

  Once selected, the individual’s data is automatically inserted into a unique group within the phone’s contact database. Android then synchronizes with the user’s account on the Web, which allows for one to have instant access to the contact’s information.

  The free version allows users to find up to ten contacts. The user will have to upgrade to the “pro” version if they would like to have any additional contacts beyond the first ten. Pricing and availability is currently being finalized.

  Corporate licenses are also available, and integration with major CRM packages is coming soon.

  

  Tags: Android Application

• 01Jul

  L&T Infotech Joins Open Handset Alliance

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  L&T Infotech, a wholly owned subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro, announced here today that it has joined the Open Handset Alliance(TM) (OHA).

  The OHA is perhaps best known for its work in the development of Android(TM), the first open and free Mobile Platform. A partnership of more than 65 global mobile industry leaders, the OHA is focused on accelerating innovation in mobile technology and offering consumers a unique, simplified, less expensive and better mobile experience.

  L&T Infotech is a leading provider of IT and engineering services offerings, solutions and Intellectual Property components in the Telecom Domain. Providing services to handset OEMs, ODMs, telecom service providers, and platform vendors, L&T Infotech’s services portfolio includes platform and application development, middleware solutions, device testing, and support services.

  L&T Infotech’s expertise has been instrumental throughout various Android releases, most notably in assisting handset OEMs to launch their Android-based devices in a quickened time span. L&T Infotech has also demonstrated solutions on various convergent and entertainment devices, enabling the rapid proliferation of Android into multiple device segments. By developing value-adding enterprise solutions, L&T Infotech has become a strong advocate for the Android Platform to become the platform of choice for the enterprise segment.

  “We are very excited to join the OHA,” said Mr. Sudip Banerjee, Chief Executive Officer of L&T Infotech. “We have a very strong engineering team that adds value to our clients in the Telecom domain on a continuous basis. By joining OHA, we will continue to demonstrate our focus and commitment towards the Android platform.”

  About OHA

  The Open Handset Alliance(TM) (OHA) is a group of mobile and technology leaders who share the vision for changing the mobile experience for consumers. Android, developed by the OHA, is a complete, open mobile phone software stack. It includes everything a manufacturer or an operator needs to build a mobile phone.

  Android is not just a blueprint for the faraway future, but a complete platform that will give mobile operators, handset manufacturers, and developers everything they need to build innovative devices, software and services. All the OHA members are committed to commercially deploy handsets and services, using the Android Platform.

  About L&T Infotech

  Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd. (L&T Infotech), one of the fastest-growing IT Services companies, is ranked No. 5 globally among the Best IT Services Providers by Global Media Services in 2009, ranked 11th by NASSCOM among the top software and services exporters from India and also ranked among the “Leaders” category in the prestigious Global 100 list released by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP). For more information, please visit us at http://www.lntinfotech.com.

  The Product Engineering Services Group at L&T Infotech has a proven track record of developing and deploying telecom technologies, products, applications and platforms for renowned telecom players across the globe. We provide software and hardware engineering services to leading OEMs, ODMs, chipset vendors, Telecom carriers and ISVs. We support clients in the areas of chip design, hardware design, firmware, middleware, software engineering, applications & content all the way from design, development to deployment.

  

  Tags: Mobile Platform, OHA

• 21Jun

  appMobi Dev Tools for High-Engagement Mobile Apps and Ads

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  Cross-platform framework includes support for HTML5, live video cloud services.

  At the ad:tech conference, FlyCast announced the public beta release of its appMobi native mobile development ecosystem, a set of tools and cloud-based services that allow the creation and deployment of highly engaging smartphone and tablet apps for iPhone, iPad and Android devices. For the first time, ad agencies and web developers can create native mobile apps and ads using tools they work with every day – HTML and JavaScript.

  Originally created to make cross-platform versions of FlyCast’s popular streaming media applications, the appMobi
  ecosystem offers “write once – deploy everywhere” capability, currently supporting both Apple and Android
  platforms. Unlike other cross-platform tools that only support the creation of an app, appMobi’s “ecosystem”
  delivers value after deployment, with pay-as-you-go advertising, analytics, payments, streaming media content
  from FlyCast’s content partners, and scalable cloud-based video and audio media streaming services. Because appMobi development is done in HTML with CSS, anything that can be designed for the web can be deployed as an app; appMobi uses no templates or “cookie cutter” forms.

  The appMobi ecosystem also supports cross-platform trafficking of HTML5-compliant interactive advertising to
  native apps. Interactive ads created using appMobi can be delivered across iPhone, iPad and Android phones and tablets with no modification needed. Apps and ads created with the appMobi ecosystem are full-speed native applications and fully comply with all Apple SDK 4.0 restrictions.

  Development with the appMobi ecosystem is free. FlyCast invites interested publishers, agencies and developers to
  sign up for a free account at its website (http://www.appmobi.com).

  About appMobi

  Created by FlyCast, appMobi is a cross-platform native app development and deployment ecosystem for smartphones and tablets. It allows any web developer with JavaScript experience to create and deliver mobile applications using
  only standard HTML tools. appMobi offers the ability to “develop once” and deploy to a variety of popular operating
  systems, including iPhone, iPad, Android and Windows Phone 7 (3Q 2010). For more information, visit http://www.appmobi.com.

  About FlyCast

  FlyCast was among the first to deliver streamed entertainment to the iPhone platform shortly after its inception, and continues to lead the way as a top ten application on multiple smartphone platforms, delivering over 2000 channels of entertainment to millions of users worldwide. FlyCast’s unique delivery architecture has been created to serve the needs of both consumers and content owners. Today’s announcement represents the first public disclosure of FlyCast’s new mobile content development and distribution technology. For more information, visit http://www.flycast.fm.

  

  Tags: iphone, Mobile Apps

• 21Jun

  Nexit Ventures Invests in Mobile Video Delivery

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  The most scalable and economical Internet video delivery platform available.

  Nexit Ventures, a mobile venture capital firm focused on wireless technologies and services, announced a 4 MEUR investment in Octoshape, the leader in high-quality, large-scale, and cost-effective Internet and mobile media
  delivery that allows crystal-clear real-time video experience on fixed and mobile networks.

  Octoshape’s patented Infinite Edge(TM) technology lets users enjoy true HD-quality video regardless of their device or location. It has powered some of the largest live video events ever, including President Obama’s inauguration,
  Michael Jackson’s funeral, Eurovision Song Contest and major sporting events such as 2010 Olympics, PGA and NBA.

  Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and with offices in the U.S. and Singapore, Octoshape offers broadcasters and content
  delivery networks (CDNs) the most efficient and economical Internet video delivery available. Infinite Edge provides
  better quality, scalability, and economy than any competing offering and is being used by major players worldwide.

  The CEO and co-founder of Octoshape, Stephen Alstrup, says:

  “Video is already a key part of the mobile experience and video traffic is expected to account for over 50 % of all
  mobile data in the next few years. We are happy to have Nexit onboard as their mobile expertise and transatlantic
  bridge will help us take a leadership role in mobile video delivery.”

  Octoshape’s patented technology optimizes video delivery end-to-end and makes it possible to serve a global audience without deploying costly hardware all over the globe near the users.

  Michael Mandahl, a General Partner of Nexit Ventures, comments: “With proven technology and world-class customers, Octoshape is poised for explosive growth. Video and other rich media are going to be key elements of the
  next-generation mobile experience and Octoshape will be a key player in that game. I am looking forward to working
  with Octoshape to make high-quality video truly mobile.”

  Nexit Ventures invests in mobile and wireless high-growth companies, primarily in the Nordic countries and the U.S.
  Nexit’s other portfolio companies include Aava Mobile, Axel Technologies, Brightkite, Conformiq, Ecrio, Ekahau,
  Funambol, and Futuremark.

  

  Tags: Nexit Ventures

• 21Jun

  Analyst Jeff Kagan Invites New Clients to Share 25+ Years’ Experience

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  Wireless and Telecommunications Analyst Jeff Kagan Invites New Clients to Share 25+ Years’ Industry Experience.

  Telecom industry analyst, consultant and author Jeff Kagan has worked with every major wireless, local telco and long distance company. Now as the industry expands, so does the list of companies he follows, including cable television companies, cell phone and smartphone makers, companies that make telephones, equipment, computers and software, and web and Internet search engines. Kagan is now expanding his portfolio of consulting clients and invites inquiries from companies looking for an edge in a rapidly changing industry.

  As one of the best known and most often quoted pundits in the industry, Kagan shares thinking on new opportunities and risks. He comments on the news, who’s winning, who’s losing and why. He helps media, businesses and the public
  understand the changing industry and what’s coming next. His analysis has appeared in thousands of news stories, and he has written hundreds of columns and given countless speeches to groups of executives, employees, customers, prospects, investors and the media.

  Kagan follows companies like AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, Qwest, CenturyLink, Clearwire, Comcast, Time Warner, Cox, Charter Communications, Cablevision, Brighthouse, Dish Network, EchoStar, US Cellular, Cellular South, Nokia, RIM, Samsung, LG, Motorola, IBM, Sony Ericsson, HTC, HP, Palm, Kyocera, Qualcomm, Apple iPhone, Google Android, Microsoft, Intel, Lenovo, Dell, Toshiba, Genband, Texas Instruments, Global Crossing, Alcatel-Lucent,
  Cisco, Telcordia, Siemens, Avaya, Skype, Vonage, Oracle and more.

  

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• 21Jun

  Social networking brought to life: Nokia C3, Nokia C6, Nokia E5

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  Social networking and messaging brought to life with the Nokia C3, Nokia C6 and Nokia E5
  

  Espoo, Finland – Nokia has announced three new handsets – the Nokia C3, Nokia C6 and Nokia E5 – designed to put better messaging and social networking tools in the hands of more people around the world, at affordable prices. These new handsets feature full QWERTY keyboards, and enable access to a range of different email accounts, IM communities and social networks.

  “Our messaging device range is very successful,” said Anssi Vanjoki, Nokia’s Head of Markets. “Services that provide easy access to the world’s consumer and corporate email and instant messaging are really popular on our QWERTY smartphones such as the Nokia E71 and Nokia E63. People want the best messaging and social networking experience on an affordable device, whether it’s sending a simple text or instant message, an email, or a direct message from their Twitter account. The Nokia C3, Nokia C6 and Nokia E5 are made for just that.” 

  The Nokia C3 is the first device to bring a full QWERTY keyboard to the world’s most popular mobile phone platform – Series 40 – and is the first in the range to enable access to social networks directly on the homescreen. People can view, comment, update their status and share pictures to their favorite social networks such as Facebook and Twitter.

  At an estimated price of EUR 90, before taxes and subsidies, the Nokia C3 also comes with Ovi Mail and Ovi Chat, meaning first time users can set up email and chat accounts straight from the device, without the need for a PC. Other notable features are the Wi-Fi connectivity, a two megapixel camera, rich color 2.4 inch screen and support for up to an 8GB memory card. The Nokia C3 is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2010 in a variety of appealing colors, including golden white, slate grey and hot pink.

  The Nokia C6 is a Symbian-based smartphone combining the benefits of a 3.2 inch touch screen with a full slide out keyboard. The large screen provides a great Internet experience, as well as offering access to Facebook feeds directly on the homescreen. A full suite of email and social networking capabilities means the Nokia C6 is perfect for people who want to stay up to date while on the go.

  Expected to be available in the second quarter of 2010 at an estimated price of EUR 220, before taxes and subsidies, the Nokia C6 has an impressive feature set including a high quality five megapixel camera with autofocus and flash, and Ovi Maps with free walk and drive navigation. In addition, thousands of apps – from games and videos to news aggregators and web services – are available in the Ovi Store.

  Rounding off the trio is the latest addition to the Nokia Eseries range, the Nokia E5. Designed for those that want to be productive in both their professional and personal lives, the Symbian-based Nokia E5 follows the successful blueprint of devices such as the Nokia E72 and Nokia E63. The Nokia E5 combines high quality business features with all of the personal networking and entertainment capabilities that a busy professional expects from a smartphone.

  The Nokia E5 is perfect for managing busy schedules with a variety of productivity applications available in the Ovi Store. And with direct access to over 90 percent of the world’s corporate email through Mail for Exchange and IBM Lotus Notes Traveler, it’s easy to keep in contact from anywhere.

  Estimated price of the Nokia E5 is EUR 180, before taxes and subsidies, with expected availability in the third quarter of 2010.

  For more information, visit www.nokia.com/press.

  

  Tags: Nokia C3, Nokia C6, Nokia E5

• 21Jun

  Nokia C5 and Nokia X5

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  Nokia extends its offering in the TD-SCDMA market
  

  Announcing two new sleek and stylish devices: Nokia C5 and Nokia X5

  Beijing, China – Nokia today strengthens its TD-SCDMA portfolio announcing two new devices: the Nokia X5 and the Nokia C5 for TD-SCDMA. Customized for China Mobile – the world’s leading operator – these two new TD-SCDMA devices which include the first joint mobile application store, the Mobile Market-Ovi Store, are another demonstration of Nokia’s continued commitment to TD-SCDMA as a major standard in China. The Nokia X5 and C5 will debut at the World Expo Shanghai 2010, where consumers can test the Nokia TD-SCDMA devices powerful entertainment features and rich internet experience in the China Mobile Expo area.

  With these devices, users can connect to the internet through China Mobiles high-speed 3G (TD-SCDMA) network as well as enjoy preloaded applications such as CMCC Music, Mobile Video, Fetion IM, and the Mobile Market-Ovi Store.

  “Nokia is boosting its leadership in the TD-SCDMA market by strengthening its TD-SCDMA portfolio with products that appeal to a wide range of customers at a range of price points. After the milestone collaboration with China Mobile on the Mobile Market-Ovi Store, we also continue to offer new and stylish devices to satisfy our consumers,” said Chris Leong, Senior Vice President, Greater China, Korea & Japan.

   ”We are also very excited to become a board member of TD Forum after being involved in the forum’s activities for years. We have a long-term commitment to TD-SCDMA and we take our leadership role very seriously. We will continue to drive for TD-SCDMA technology and market development as well as evolution towards TD-LTE. And thus will contribute the prosperity of TD-SCDMA in China, with both high quality TD-SCDMA devices and rich applications and services.” Leong added.

  Nokia X5: an exciting music experience and iconic design make users stand out from the crowd

  Designed for music lovers and young trendsetters, the new Nokia X5 is the first Nokia TD-SCDMA Symbian based entertainment device. Taking the lead on music experience in the TD-SCDMA market, the Nokia X5 includes a dedicated music key and easy access to CMCC music. With an iconic design in three bright colors – black, white, and red, the Nokia X5 is certain to make younger Chinese consumers stand out from the crowd.

  With its 5.0-megapixel camera, dual LED flash and video recording functions, the Nokia X5 ensures users will never miss an opportunity to record life’s important moments. The device makes it easy to recall those special moments for viewing pictures and videos on a 2.4” QVGA 16M color TFT display. Direct access to MM-Ovi Store, mobile video, Fetion IM, and Mobile Map/Navigation bring consumers an exceptional mobile internet experience, while pre-loaded rich contents also contribute to an impressive entertainment experience.

  The Nokia X5 will become available in China during the second quarter of 2010.

  Nokia C5: an exciting mobile internet experience in a stylish, compact design

  The Nokia C5 is a stylish, powerful TD-SCDMA device at a new affordability level in Nokia’s TD-SCDMA portfolio and is guaranteed to turn heads. The Nokia C5 has a stylish stainless-steel keypad in a compact design. Rich in features and applications, the Nokia C5 is pre-loaded with Fetion and 139 mailbox, and offers easy access to all services and applications on MM-Ovi Store.

  Offering a 5.0 megapixel camera and a 2.4” QVGA 16M color TFT display to allow consumers to take, view great pictures and videos in great detail and share with family and friends. There are two colors schemes available – silver and black.

  The Nokia C5 will become available in China during the third quarter of 2010.

  

  Tags: Nokia C5, Nokia X5

• 21Jun

  Ovi Maps makes summer travel easier and more fun

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  New content from Qype with community based recommendations helps everyone make the most of their time

  Ovi Maps, the free walk and drive navigation service from Nokia, announced new partnerships that deliver more relevant information on more points of interest making travelling easier than ever. With summer holidays fast approaching, the updated Ovi Maps gives travelers and locals alike the ability to find the most interesting places and sites in the area making traveling less about getting from A to B and more about enjoying everything in between.

  Ovi delivers unique mobile experiences that mix content with the best location, social networking and connectivity services and is the go to-place for discovering, sharing and enjoying lifestyle content and entertainment, all from a Nokia smartphone.  

  New partnership with Qype delivers community based recommendations
  Ovi Maps now includes Qype, Europe’s biggest portal for local community-based reviews, helping people find new places wherever they are, leaving nothing overlooked.

  Initially offering information on more than 20,000 cities, the Qype community enriches Ovi Maps with hundreds of thousands of reviews and recommendations from locals and travelers on  many European hotspots like cafés, shops, spas and hotels, giving the inside track before arriving. And, with a new post added to Qype every 40 seconds, people are assured to have the latest information to help them make the best choices no matter what they are looking for.

  More tailored and personal trips
  In total,Ovi Maps now offers Nokia smartphone users access to more than 25 million points of interest worldwide.  Whether people are looking for a souvenir shop or a youth hostel, trips can be personalized and planned right down to the last detail with map data from NAVTEQ and city guides from Lonely Planet, WCities and Michelin. Agreements with leading directory companies such as telegate in Germany, Turkey Yellow Pages and Yell Publicidad-Páginas Amarillas in Spain make it even easier than before to find the closest pharmacy, cash machine, shop or service. Hotel booking services such as HRS and Expedia make it easy to find a place to stay.

  In-car navigation made easier
  For people planning a road trip, Nokia has started to include car kits with new smartphones in-the-box* at no extra cost which makes finding new places and navigating whilst driving safe and easy. And, with the added convenience of pedestrian routes for exploring cities on foot, swapping the phone from car to pocket makes navigating around new places easier, no matter how people choose to do it.

  Holidaymakers can plan routes before leaving the house, on a computer or laptop and simply upload them onto a Nokia device to use when abroad. This saves time searching for routes when out and about and enables people to use maps in offline mode, reducing roaming costs when traveling in foreign countries.

  The latest version of Ovi Maps (3.04) is available to download for free from www.nokia.com/maps

  

  Tags: Ovi Maps

• 21Jun

  Four new Nokia Cseries mobile phones

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  Four new Nokia Cseries mobile phones add affordable ways to connect

  Starting at EUR 30 with ’2-in-1′ double-SIM solution; full dual-SIM Nokia C2 to follow at the end of the fourth quarter

  Nairobi, Kenya – At a media conference held today in the Kenyan capital Nairobi, Nokia unveiled its latest Cseries mobile phones with three new products under the Nokia C1 name, as well as the new dual-SIM Nokia C2 which will follow at the end of the fourth quarter of 2010.  At the same event, Nokia also took the wraps off the Nokia Bicycle Charger Kit, an alternative charging solution built especially for people with limited access to electricity.

  The most affordable of the Nokia C1 trio (C1-00) is priced at EUR 30 before taxes and subsidies and is the first Nokia mobile phone to feature a 2-in-1 double SIM solution. “By simply holding down a key, people are able to switch between SIM cards. This enables them to take advantage of reduced call rates, flexibility when traveling from one country to another, or helps with sharing a phone within a family and still use their own SIM,” said Alex Lambeek, Vice President at Nokia. “This is a great added convenience feature considering the low price of the phone.”

  Nokia C1-00

  Nokia C1 owners will also benefit from a standby battery time of up to six weeks, the longest ever for a Nokia mobile phone, especially useful in those parts of the world where access to electricity is sometimes limited. The standard flashlight – often someone’s only means of bright light – is paired with a vivid color screen and FM radio with standard headphone jack, meaning the Nokia C1 is as much about entertainment as it is about convenience.

  The Nokia C2 features a dual SIM with dual standby capability. Along with the many capabilities of the Nokia C1, the Nokia C2 can also keep both SIM cards active; meaning calls and text messages can come to either number while the phone is on. The first SIM card on the Nokia C2 sits underneath the battery and the second is ‘hot-swappable’, a feature unique to Nokia which means it can be removed and inserted when the phone is on.

  Nokia C2-00

  Where available, the Nokia C2 also offers a wide range of information covering healthcare, agriculture, education and entertainment via Nokia’s Ovi Life Tools, as well as the email account for the developing world, Ovi Mail. In addition to Ovi Mail, people’s favorite consumer email and chat accounts can be pushed direct to the phone via Nokia Messaging. Listening to music is simple with the FM radio and music player, with a massive amount of music storage with the phone supporting micro-SD cards of up to 32GB.

  The second and third devices in the Nokia C1 family (C1-01 and C1-02) are both single SIM products, and Nokia’s most affordable devices offering microSD compatibility, enabling people to store up to 32 GB of music, photography, or whatever other media suits them. Both new devices bring very individual designs and exciting colors, bright color screens, web browsing over GPRS and access to Nokia web services such as Nokia Messaging. In addition, owners of the Nokia C1 (C1-01) will also be able to take video and photographs using the built-in VGA camera.

  Nokia C1-01	Nokia C1-02

  New alternative charging solution debuts
  Providing free and environmentally friendly electricity for mobile phones, the Nokia Bicycle Charger Kit consists of a charger and dynamo, as well as a holder to secure the phone to the bike. When the kit is installed, the dynamo – a small electrical generator – uses the movement of the wheels to charge the handset through the standard 2mm charging jack used in most Nokia mobile phones. Lambeek continued, “You must look at a number of things when it comes to power management – such as ensuring the phone’s operating system is as power-efficient as possible. Now, with our innovative bike charger, people get even more freedom to use their Nokia without worrying about battery life. Bicycles are the most widespread means of transport in many markets around the world, so this is just one more benefit to be gained from an activity people are already doing. This is a great solution to a real challenge, whether people will use it due to limited access to electricity, or to be more environmentally responsible.” The kit will be available before the end of the year in selected retailers and Nokia online and branded retail.

  The estimated retail prices of the new Nokia mobile phones, before taxes and subsidies, are:

  Nokia C1 (C1-00)	EUR 30
  Nokia C1 (C1-02)	EUR 35
  Nokia C1 (C1-01)	EUR 39
  Nokia C2 (C2-00)	EUR 45

  The Nokia C1 (C1-00) is expected to ship in the third quarter of 2010, with the Nokia C1 (C1-01) in the early fourth quarter, and the Nokia C1 (C1-02) and Nokia C2 towards the end of the fourth quarter 2010.

  

  Tags: Nokia C1-00, Nokia C1-01, Nokia C1-02, Nokia C2-00, Nokia Cseries

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