Bangkok--7 Mar--Aziam Burson-Marsteller
Nokia today introduced the Nokia N95, an all-in-one multimedia computer with a pioneering 2-way slide concept, integrated GPS functionality, a 5 megapixel camera and support for high-speed mobile networks, making it easier to watch and record videos, listen to songs, take high-quality photos, browse the Internet, or catch up on email while on the move. Nokia N95 also comes with Maps application and Asia Maps application that will bring the world to your hand covering over 100 countries and containing more than 15 million highlights right at your fingertips.
“The Nokia N95 brings a range of multimedia features together, such as a fantastic display, outstanding photo and video capability and high-speed connectivity, making it an excellent multimedia computer,” said Mr. Bob McDougall, Managing Director, Customer and Market Operations, Nokia (Thailand) Ltd. “This single device - which fits easily in your pocket - can replace stand-alone devices that you no longer need to carry individually, whether it’s your music player, digital camera, PDA or navigation device. Most importantly, the Nokia N95 is with you and connected whenever you want to use it".
The innovative 2-way slide concept makes it easy to switch between modes, going from reading maps to watching a video with a simple slide. A numeric keypad slides out from one end of the device while dedicated media keys slide out from the opposite direction, converting the display into full screen landscape mode. With powerful 3D graphics, the Nokia N95 has a stunning user interface that makes it intuitive to find the features and services you want. Nokia N95 owners can locate interesting points of interest and find their way using the integrated GPS feature.
To enhance the location-based experience, Nokia N95 also comes with Maps application and Asia Maps application. The maps cover more than 100 countries and 15 million points of interest, enabling Nokia N95 users to search for local favourites such as the most popular food places and specific buildings, and then save their favourite locations. The application lets users locate themselves in the city, plan routes and find the nearest points of interest. They can also purchase additional features such as voice-guided navigation instructions.
Asia Maps was created by Agis, a Singapore-based developer. It offers users in major cities in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam the ability to see visual presentations of the maps and associated content, search for locations or points of interest, pinpoint where they are and what’s around them, activate GPS for turn-by-turn guidance for navigation*, plan a route from one point to another, and even bookmark favourite landmarks for easy reference.
“We have attempted to cover key geographies extensively to give consumers an unparalleled search-and-locate application on their mobile devices, beginning with the Nokia N95 multimedia computer,” said Mr. McDougall. “In the months ahead, more cities will be introduced so consumers will not need a printed map or any other device when searching for points of interest or navigating in a city that they are not familiar with.”
With the Carl Zeiss optics on the 5 megapixel camera, users can capture print-quality photos and DVD-like quality video clips, which can be enjoyed on a compatible television thanks to the device’s TV-out feature and support for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) technology. Designed for High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) networks and with support for WLAN, EDGE and WCDMA networks, the Nokia N95 provides excellent coverage and speeds wherever you may be. On HSDPA networks, browsing the Internet, reading email, streaming video and downloading large files can be carried out up to 10 times faster than with 3G.
The Nokia N95 also offers a first-class entertainment experience with the combination of a large 2.6" QVGA 16 million color display, impressive 3D graphics, built-in stereo speakers offering a 3D stereo effect, standard 3.5 mm audio jack, support for compatible microSD cards and a mini USB for convenient data transfer. Browsing the Internet on the Nokia N95 is a pleasure using the Nokia Web Browser.
The Nokia N95 is based on the world?s leading S60 software on the Symbian OS, enabling users to personalize their device with a wide choice of compatible applications that can be downloaded to the Nokia N95, including games, navigation, entertainment, productivity and creativity.
The Nokia N95 comes out of the box ready to create, connect, consume and interact with some of the Internet's most popular services. Users can do a Yahoo! Search to find most anything on the web, scroll though a book with Amazon's MobiPocket Reader or snap a photo and send it directly to the Flickr Web site.
The Nokia N95 is available in late March at Bt 28,990 Bt
Notes to editors
High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a high capacity 3G technology that can increase the data speeds when using advanced data services from 384 kbps with current WCDMA. In the first phases, HSDPA users can initially expect average data speeds of 1-2 Mbps, which in subsequent phases is expected to increase to over 10 Mbps. The increased spectral and hardware efficiency that HSDPA delivers can bring lower costs to operators. There are currently approximately 20 commercial HSDPA networks in the world.
Global Positioning System (GPS) is a location technology that sends signals from orbiting satellites to GPS receivers on earth. GPS is an outdoor solution where line of sight is required for satellite signals to be received. GPS is used for navigation such as finding out the current location based on the signals received from the GPS satellites.
*The turn-by-turn voice navigation feature will be free for users for 60 days after activation.
About Nokia Nseries
Nokia Nseries is a range of high performance multimedia computers that delivers unparalleled mobile multimedia experiences by combining the latest technologies with stylish design and ease of use. With Nokia Nseries products, consumers can use a single device to enjoy entertainment, access information and to capture and share pictures and videos, on the go at any time.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.com
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