Bangkok--1 Apr--AIS
Nokia and AIS today announced their collaboration to launch highly anticipated Nokia N900 in Thailand. Available today exclusively at AIS, Nokia N900 delivers a PC-like experience on a handset-sized device with Linux-based Maemo software, while AIS customers can gain great experience from Internet Application and bundling package.
"Nokia and AIS tie in well with the strategy of bringing ecosystem to the market. Together with AIS, we are delivering the best device with the best bundling package plus the best 3G coverage”, said Mr.Shumit Kapoor, General Manager, Nokia (Thailand) Ltd. "Consumers are looking for more out of their mobile device - more power, more ability, more connectivity. The Nokia N900 ushers in a new era with a very powerful mobile computer. With an open source operating system, incorporated technology like an OMAP processor, and real time web widgets, the Nokia N900 delivers the experience of a pocketable computer that has the information you're looking for right there waiting for you."
Mr. Somchai Lertsutiwong, Executive Vice President Marketing of AIS, disclosed “This year the Smart Phone market experiences significant popularity with expected minimum growth of 40% together with the Data use volume expected to grow by100%. The cooperation with Nokia, AIS brings the best internet phone, NOKIA N900, exclusively for AIS customers. NOKIA 900 is to deliver the Smart Phone featuring the best Mobile Computing from Nokia to AIS customers using the reliable quality network coming with value data package. Besides serving the burgeoning demand of Smart Phone,
this underlines the Ecosystem concept of AIS.”
The Nokia N900 has evolved from Nokia's previous generation of Internet Tablets and broadens the choice for technology enthusiasts who appreciate the ability to multitask and browse the internet like they would on their desktop computer. Running on the new Maemo 5 software, the Nokia N900 empowers users to have dozens of application windows open and running simultaneously while taking full advantage of the cellular features, touch screen and QWERTY keyboard.
AIS customers may purchase the NOKIA N900 at only 20,900 Baht topping up the exclusivity, AIS NOKIA N900 customer will have special privilege to buy unlimited EDGE/GPRS service only at 900 baht (Customer can buy package bypaying 900 bath on date of purchase to have 3 month unlimites services) available from today at AIS Shop, Serenade Club and Telewiz Shop nationwide.
Nokia also outlines the importance of establishing local collaborations and creating locally relevant content and applications to benefit consumers. Building a vibrant ecosystem with Thai developers, Nokia will kick off a developer workshop in Thailand soon. The workshop will provide hands-on experience to developers in creating applications on Nokia N900. By working together closely with developers, Nokia can create and accelerate the adoption of the services and applications that consumers will want.
The Nokia N900 is available today at AIS Shop and Nokia Shop nationwide.
For more detail, pls visit www.ais.co.th or call Nokia care line 02-255-2111
About Nokia
Nokia is a pioneer in mobile telecommunications and the world’s leading maker of mobile devices. Today, we are connecting people in new and different ways - fusing advanced mobile technology with personalized services to enable people to stay close to what matters to them. We also provide comprehensive digital map information through NAVTEQ; and equipment, solutions and services for communications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.
About AIS
Advanced Info Service Plc. or AIS, Thailand's number one wireless communication service provider, has operated for over 19 years. AIS work philosophy "Always with You" portrays 5 integral functionalities including quality network quality, excellent customer services, state-of-the-art innovations, privileges and Thai society co-habitation. For more information, visit www.ais.co.th