Nokia announces N900 mobile computer
With less than one week before the start of this years Nokia World in Stuttgart, Germany, Nokia has officially announced its new Maemo-based next generation Internet Tablet. The N900 isn't Nokia's first Internet Tablet (770, N800, N810), but it is the companies first that also includes a GSM and 3G/UMTS modem, making it a fully fledged smartphone. Previous models could only connect to the Internet via the built-in Wi-Fi connection or via a Bluetooth link to another mobile phone.
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Maemo 5 injects speed and power into mobile computing
August 27, 2009The new Nokia N900: Computer-grade performance in a handsetEspoo, Finland - Nokia today marked the next phase in the evolution of Maemo software with the new Nokia N900. Taking its cues from the world of desktop computing, the open source, Linux-based Maemo software delivers a PC-like experience on a handset-sized device.
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.
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clipped from www.youtube.comN900 interaction documentary
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Maemo brings the power of computers to mobile devices. Designed with the internet at its core, Linux-based Maemo software takes us into a new era of mobile computing.
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At the heart of this mobile computer is its powerful 600 MHz processor and up to 1GB of application memory.
The built-in 32 GB storage is big enough to store up to 7,000 of your favourite songs or 40 hours of DVD-quality video.
For the first time get high-speed broadband that’s as fast as an internet connection at home.
Capture vivid images and DVD-quality widescreen video with the integrated 5-megapixel camera.
Powerful hardware packed into a sleek, compact design.
Find your position quickly and accurately with the built-in Assisted-GPS receiver.
clipped from www.youtube.comMaemo 5 user interface
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Sources:
- heise online - Nokia announces N900 mobile computer
- Nokia - ShowPressRelease
- YouTube - Nokia N900 - Video Promo
- YouTube - N900 interaction documentary
- Maemo software | Nokia › The software behind your mobile computer
- Maemo software | Nokia › Nokia N900 mobile computer
- YouTube - Maemo 5 user interface
