Ensquared the authority on Unlocked Cell Phones has been given key information and a preview with regard to the 2009 Nokia Product Roadmap by Nokia itself. Rated as the world's most popular cell phone manufacturer Nokia leads the industry in sales of GSM 3G Devices. This in effect is a review of Nokia's 2009 launch timings, product strategy and refresh of their Unlocked Cell phone range. The Explore Unlocked Range: The EXPLORE Range - including both Nokia's 2009 Unlocked Cell Phone range and unlocked roadmap - is built on establishing its reputation and models on 4 distinct platforms from a user viewpoint: 1. Technology leaders All of these cover the degree of user involvement in staying with established technologies to exploring new options, and how Nokia fits itself into this spectrum to continue being market leaders. During the first half of 2009, Nokia will be pushing unlocked Cell Phones with navigation and assisted GPS (Global Positioning System). Models in this category include N85, N850 N900, N96, N900, N78, N95 8GB, N95, N82, N81. The N Series Flagship will be launched in July 2008 (Q3) to include a combination of Touch and QWERTY, HSDPA, WLAN (Wifi), 5 Mega Pixel Camera, Built in Compass, Navigation, A - GPS and 32 GB of internal memory to handle the personal jukebox and other multimedia items.
The Live Unlocked Range: This New range of handsets is centered on appealing to users rated highly on Technology Styling, Life Building simultaneously. In plain terms they are image seekers, people who follow style, less involved in the individual features of a phone compared to that of the high Technology oriented users. This Range/ Category will launch in July 2009. First off will be the "Virginia 8800 Arte", Gen Stone leather model; then followed by " Gina 880 Black Arte" Gen Stone leather model in September; after that comes Sapphire 7310 SuperNova (this unlocked phone supports, express on covers 2MP camera, Micro SD and FM Radio + Music player). Also in this range: The Zirkonia 7210 Supernova, Stingray 5000 and Kiev 7070 models.
The Achieve Unlocked Range This range has been designed for the Business User and Personal User with switchable profiles as a one stop solution, and entered the market in mid 2008. This range includes E90, E66, E71, E51 and E63 - extending through until mid 2009, when a decision will be finally made about the range's future.
The 2G Connect Unlocked Range Nokia in 2009 will continue to support a 2G range for the simple reason that most people don't have a requirement for 3G; also not all networks have complete 3G coverage. The typical audience for these unlocked 2G mobiles includes lower income earners who are mature, family providers and simplicity seekers. This range will adhere to the following launch pattern (although some are already active and sold around the world):
Other connect 2G devices which will be in the market from Q1 09, include Nokia 2760, 2680, 5130 Express Music, 710D Supernova and the 3110 Classic. All will be sold in various markets around the world in both a locked and unlocked factory format. Within the range are some strong models historically, which continue through 2009; these include 3500 classic, 3120 (Cheap 3G phone sold mostly below $180 USD), the 3610, the 6300 device and the 3600 slide model.
The Nokia 2323 Classic: Is an affordable unlocked handset which includes a stereo FM radio recorder, and GPRS internet connection. Its practical features support Mail on Ovi to create email accounts directly via the phone without having to use a PC. It also appeals to Nokia Life Tool users in rural communities in emerging markets, who can obtain timely and relevant agricultural information and education services. In addition:
The Nokia 2330 Classic: Is an easy-to-use unlocked phone with a built-in VGA camera, stereo FM radio recorder and, of course, a low speed GPRS internet connection. It offers premium looks and important features that are practical. This cost effective device supports email on Ovi; users can create email accounts directly without having to use a computer. Nokia Life Tools provides farmers and students with updated agricultural information and educational services specific for rural communities in emerging markets. Nokia 2330 Unlocked Classic Features
Nokia 7100 Supernova Unlocked Phone As the newcomer to the Supernova range, the Nokia 7100 Supernova is specifically designed and engineered for style and entertainment. The colorful unlocked handset is highlighted by a large, 2.0-inch high-resolution screen, FM radio tuner, a 1.3-megapixel camera and support for Share on Ovi - an online picture sharing service. The 7100 Supernova supports email on Ovi and includes the famous open source Opera Mini browser for surfing the web. Nokia 7100 Supernova Features
Nokia 5130 XpressMusic Unlocked Phone The Nokia 5130 XpressMusic is a cost-effective music phone with dedicated music keys, a digital multimedia music player, FM radio and 3.5 mm connector for standard headphones. It offers a 2.0-megapixel camera and picture sharing through Share on Ovi and email on Ovi email service. Nokia 5130 XpressMusic Features
Ensquared presents the Nokia ExpressMusic 5800 launch party. Ensquared presents the Nokia Express Music Technical Specs. Nokia 6260 Unlocked GSM Slide Phone The Nokia 6260 Slide provides super fast access to search engines directly from the home screen. The devices come bundled with the latest 3G technology and high-speed HSDPA capabilities; can connect to the internet in order to upload photos and videos faster than standard 2G devices. The unlocked mobiles come with an integrated 5.0-megapixel camera that is made by and licensed by Carl Zeiss; the lens has a flash and takes excellent pictures to share and upload to share on Ovi or other photo and video sharing web sites on the Internet. It also comes with Nokia Maps, bringing GPS into the new Series 40 software platform for the first time. Nokia 6260 Slide Features
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