November 13, 2008
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In this issue
- Nokia Announces Affordable Devices, Service for Emerging Markets
- T-Mobile in U.S. Selling Unlocked Nokia S60 Devices on Contract
- Nokia 6650 Now Available in U.S.
- Developer's Libraries Moving Online
- Mobile Paint Example Showcases S60 5th Edition Touch UI
- Come and Get 'Em: Code Snippets
- Joystick Simulation First Winner in S60 5th Edition Wiki Contribution Contest
- Code Camp: Get Your Hands on S60 5th Edition Touch UI
- Calling All Innovators Deadline Approaching
- Take Flash Development to the MAX
Nokia Announces Affordable Devices, Service for Emerging Markets
Doing its part to bridge the digital divide, Nokia recently announced six affordable mobile devices and an innovative service for emerging markets.
The Nokia 7100 Supernova, designed for style and entertainment, is based on Series 40 5th Edition, Feature Pack 1 LE. It features a two-inch high-resolution
colour screen; FM radio; 1.3-megapixel camera; Opera browser, and support for photo-sharing sites (including Nokia's Share
on Ovi), and Mail on Ovi. The Nokia 7100 Supernova will retail for 75 euros, and shipments will start in the fourth quarter.
The Nokia 5130 XpressMusic is Nokia's most affordable music device to date. Based on Series 40 5th Edition, Feature Pack 1, it features dedicated music
keys, a digital music player, FM radio, and standard 3.5 mm connector for headphones. The phone supports Share on Ovi image
sharing, Mail on Ovi, and microSD cards. The Nokia 5130 XpressMusic will retail for 90 euros, and shipments will start in
the first quarter of 2009.
The Nokia 2330 classic and Nokia 2323 classic are affordable, easy-to-use mobile devices based on Series 40 5th Edition, Feature Pack 1 LE. The Nokia 2323 classic offers
an EMS (enhanced messaging service) client, Bluetooth connectivity, FM radio, e-mail, and MIDP 2.1 APIs for application creation.
The Nokia 2330 classic also has an integrated VGA camera. The Nokia 2323 classic will retail for 40 euros, the Nokia 2330
for 50 euros. Shipments of both devices will start in the second quarter of 2009.
The Nokia 1202 and Nokia 1661 mobile devices are affordable phones designed for use in rural areas. Both feature built-in flashlights, extended battery
life, loud ringtones for outdoors, and phone bsooks for up to five users. The Nokia 1661 also has a colour display. The Nokia
1202 mobile device will retail for 24 euros and began shipping in the fourth quarter of this year . The Nokia 1661 mobile
device will retail for 30 euros, with shipments starting in the first quarter of 2009.
Nokia also recently announced Nokia Life Tools, a series of agricultural information and education services for rural consumers in emerging markets. Nokia Life Tools will
use an icon-based, graphically rich user interface; short message service (SMS) technology behind the UI will deliver information.
The services will be developed in collaboration with both users and industry, beginning with Idea Cellular Ltd., an Indian
operator. Nokia Life Tools is scheduled to launch in India during the first half of 2009, with the new Nokia 2323 classic
and the Nokia 2330 classic mobile devices as the lead devices. Later in 2009 the service will expand to selected African and
Asian countries.
Meet six new Nokia devices for emerging markets.
Check out technical specs for these four new Nokia devices:
Catch up on Nokia Life Tools.
T-Mobile in U.S. Selling Unlocked Nokia S60 Devices on Contract
U.S. consumers can now buy selected Nokia devices unlocked, without operator branding, and at competitive prices, reports
Symbian-Guru.com. Best Buy, a major U.S. electronics retailer, is selling unlocked/unbranded Nokia S60 3rd Edition smartphones with contracts
from T-Mobile, the site reports. Best Buy is reportedly offering the Nokia E71 mobile device, unlocked and unbranded, with a two-year contract from T-Mobile for under $200, and the Nokia N96 multimedia device with a similar deal for under $600. "In a country where carrier branding runs rampant ... this is a refreshing
change," Symbian-Guru.com writes.
Check out the full article about T-Mobile selling unlocked Nokia devices on contract.
View technical specs for the Nokia E71 and the Nokia N96 devices.
Nokia 6650 Now Available in U.S.
The Nokia 6650 multimedia computer is now available in the United States from AT&T. The operator is offering the device complete with AT&T Navigator, a service
that offers turn-by-turn voice directions, traffic alerts, one-click rerouting, and over 10 million business listings from
a single, dedicated global positioning system (GPS) key; and AT&T Mobile Music, a service that includes an enhanced music
player, MusicID, and XM radio. The Nokia 6650 device is based on S60 3rd Edition, Feature Pack 2. Other features of the device
include a 2-megapixel camera, 2.2-inch QVGA colour display, e-mail, and messaging.
Check out the technical specs for the Nokia 6650 device.
Developer's Libraries Moving Online
The Forum Nokia Developer's Libraries are the place for application development information. Online versions of the Developer's
Libraries are moving to an Eclipse-based environment, meaning they are now viewed via the Infocenter. The Infocenter supports search, so developers can search the entire Infocenter, define a search's scope to cover a certain
library, or search just a library section or topic. Printing a whole library or a library section is also enabled if you prefer
a paper copy. And the downloadable versions of libraries remain available, too. Currently the Infocenter holds the Design and User Experience Library and the S60 5th Edition C++ Developer's Library. Other libraries will be moved to the Infocenter soon.
Browse the libraries:
Mobile Paint Example Showcases S60 5th Edition Touch UI
Come and Get 'Em: Code Snippets
Code snippets are the latest addition to the Forum Nokia Knowledge Base, which provides articles written by Nokia experts
on known issues, technical solutions, and mobile technologies. Forum Nokia code snippets are easily reusable code blocks that either perform certain tasks or demonstrate API use cases. The example code has been created with the SDKs and been tested on real devices.
Also, to make it easier for developers to find relevant snippets, Forum Nokia recently added a template that maps common use cases to code snippets of various technologies. Developers now have a simple Forum Nokia test application,
ExampleStub, that they can use to test the newest snippets, evaluate their use in applications, and examine related patch
information. Forum Nokia, which started providing Symbian C++ code snippets in the spring, is now expanding the snippet offerings
to other major technologies, including Web Runtime (WRT), Flash Lite, Java, and Open C/C++.
Browse the extensive code snippets portal in the Knowledge Base.
Check out code examples on the Forum Nokia Wiki.
View the code snippets template for developers.
Joystick Simulation First Winner in S60 5th Edition Wiki Contribution Contest
Code Camp: Get Your Hands on S60 5th Edition Touch UI
Nokia's new S60 5th Edition Touch UI will be the focus of upcoming Forum Nokia events in Budapest, Hungary, and Barcelona, Spain.
In Budapest, Forum Nokia is hosting a Developer Day on 19 November and two Code Camps on 20 November on the latest technologies and mobile market trends in Europe. Topics will
include the operator landscape and hands-on coding of Web Runtime widgets and S60 5th Edition touch UI.
In Barcelona, Forum Nokia will sponsor two Code Camps on 1 December (right before Nokia World) that focuses on the new S60 5th Edition touch UI and Mobile Web. Experts from Forum
Nokia will walk attendees through S60 5th Edition, which delivers new possibilities and opportunities with its Touch API.
A parallel track, Forum Nokia Mobile Web Code Camp, will focus on mobilising Web sites and services.
Check out the Budapest agenda and register to attend.
View the Barcelona agenda and register to attend.
Calling All Innovators Deadline Approaching
Take Flash Development to the MAX
The upcoming Adobe MAX conferences will assemble thousands of developers, designers, industry experts, and business decision-makers involved in
creating rich experiences on mobile devices, the Web, and desktops. Adobe MAX will be held this year in San Francisco on 16
– 19 November and in Milan, Italy on 1 – 4 December.
Developers planning to attend the conference in either city can also register to attend Forum Nokia sessions on mobile browsers
and Flash Lite programming for Nokia devices. Developers in San Francisco can also check out the Open Screen Project, which
aims to deliver rich Internet experiences across devices, and attend Flash community networking events.
Register for the Nokia Mobile Browser, Flash, and Flash Lite Experience in San Francisco and Milan.
Register for the Flash Lite Programming for Nokia Devices in San Francisco and Milan.
Check out the Open Screen Project session at Adobe MAX San Francisco.
Join the Mobile Summit at Adobe MAX San Francisco.
Join the Mobile Networking Event at Adobe MAX San Francisco.
Continue the conversation about Adobe MAX in the Forum Nokia blogs.
Get acquainted with Adobe MAX 2008.
Upcoming Events
Americas
Adobe MAX 2008 North America: November 16-19
This event will bring together thousands of forward-thinking designers, developers, and business decision-makers. Exchange
ideas and build relationships with leading designers and developers, industry experts, and Adobe product teams. Choose from
hundreds of sessions and labs presented by industry leaders and Adobe experts. Join inspiring conversations that develop when
thousands of creative minds gather in one place.
Learn more and register »
Java™ Mobile, Media & Embedded Developer Days Conference: January 21-22, 2009
This event will be dedicated to the technologies of mobile, media, and embedded Java™ platforms. It will present a unique
opportunity for content and platform developers as well as technical experts at product companies, device manufacturers, and
service providers to be introduced to open source Java ME and the community and to join in and collaborate. Attendees will
enjoy a broad range of technical sessions, lightning talks, poster sessions, panels, hands-on labs, and participatory sessions.
There will be plenty of opportunities to meet your peers as well as experts from Sun and the industry, to network, and to
discover how to apply these technologies to your own projects.
Learn more and register »
Asia-Pacific
Mobile Asia Congress (GSMA): November 18-20
The GSMA Mobile Asia Congress will present myriad opportunities for mobile professionals and innovators from operators, value-added
service providers, and equipment and device manufacturers from across Asia and around the world.
Learn more and register »
EMEA (Africa, Middle-East, Europe)
Forum Nokia Goes Budapest: Developer Day and Forum Nokia Code Camps: November 19-20
Join us to learn about the latest technologies and mobile market trends in Europe. From business perspectives to hands-on
coding in Web Runtime (WRT) widgets and the S60 5th Edition touch UI, Forum Nokia brings you the tools and information you
need to stay up to speed with the constantly changing mobile world. On the agenda for November 19 is Developer Day and for
November 20 are two Forum Nokia Code Camps: S60 5th Edition Touch UI and Web Runtime Widgets.
Learn more and register »
Adobe MAX 2008 Europe: December 1-4
MAX is an experience unlike any other. It's an opportunity to connect with thousands of designers, developers, partners, executives,
and Adobe staff for education, inspiration, and community. Mark your calendar; you won't want to miss the opportunity to participate.
Learn more and register »
Forum Nokia Code Camp: S60 5th Edition Touch UI and Forum Nokia Mobile Web Code Camp: December 1
Come join us to get your hands on the latest in mobile development. During Forum Nokia Code Camp: S60 5th Edition Touch UI,
we'll walk you through S60 5th Edition, which delivers a whole new set of possibilities and opportunities for those who have
been eagerly awaiting the new touch API. On a parallel track, Forum Nokia Mobile Web Code Camp will focus on the mobilization
of Web experiences via optimization of Web sites and services.
Learn more and register »
Nokia World 2008: December 2-3
Mobility and the Internet are enabling new ways to interact — freeing us to connect, create, and share anytime and anywhere.
At Nokia World 08, join us in exploring, shaping, and defining our industry. With thought-provoking seminars, influential
keynote speakers, and a wide range of interactive experiences, Nokia World can inspire everyone who has an active interest
in the business of mobility. There's also the famous Nokia World Party on December 2, a great opportunity to make new contacts
and catch up with old friends. Mark your calendar now for Nokia World 08, the year's must-attend event.
Learn more and register »
New Devices:
Nokia 7100 Supernova
The Nokia 7100 Supernova is a stylish Dual-band fashion GSM phone E900/1800 or E850/1900 (for some markets) that includes
a 1.3 megapixel camera, FM radio, Bluetooth 2.0 and Mail on Ovi. Additionally, the Nokia 7100 Supernova offers 2" QVGA screen
and Opera mini browser to surf the web through a GPRS connection.
Nokia 5130 XpressMusic
The Nokia 5130 XpressMusic is a quad band music phone with excellent audio quality. In addition to a 2 megapixel camera, the
Nokia 5130 XpressMusic supports microSD cards for music files, pictures, video, contacts and more. Additional features include
RDS Radio, Opera mini browser, Bluetooth 2.0, Flash Lite 3.0 and MIDP Java 2.1 with additional Java APIs.
Nokia 2330 classic
The Nokia 2330 classic is a Dual-band GPRS phone for EGSM 900/1800 or GSM 850/1900 (for some markets) that includes a VGA
camera, Stereo FM radio with recording feature, Bluetooth 2.0, Mail on Ovi and MIDP 2.1 APIs for application creation.
Nokia 2323 classic
The Nokia 2323 classic is a a practical and easy-to-use Dual-band GPRS phone for EGSM 900/1800 or GSM 850/1900 (for some markets)
that includes EMS (enhanced messaging service) client, Bluetooth 2.0, FM Radio, e-mail and MIDP 2.1 APIs for application creation.
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