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Nokia’s N900 to sport Linux-based Meego OS
Oct 16th, 2010 by Dipak Sarda

Meego Nokia N900

Nokia N900 users have a reason to smile as they will get to load the Linux-based Open Source Meego 1.1 platform on their handsets pretty soon.

MeeGo is a fusion of Intel’s Moblin operating system for MIDs (mobile internet devices) and Nokia’s Maemo operating system for smartphones and MIDs custom made to suit the systems which use Intel’s low-powered Atom chipset. Given the fact that Nokia is facing chin music because of its antique Symbian OS Meego might help Nokia get itself out. Community developers have helped Nokia to prop up its N900 Smartphone to be amongst the first devices to get Meego.

Meego has got many updates including GCC compiler, battery loading meter, Kernel, and Fennec browser. The project spokesman noted that work is on to iron out some bugs to deck up Meego 1.1 for N900.

Work on Maemo, the other Linux based OS is also on and a release of 1.3 is on the cards as per the spokesperson. One can dual boot the Meego and the Maemo OS on N900 and that might mean a lot more flexibility for N900 users.

Being a hybrid device from Nokia, the N900 was touted as the Pint-sized Tablet or the Internet Device and gained a cult status to itself though it did not translate into commercial success. Linux based OS, and development on C, Java and other such languages resulted in a pretty active community for N900.

Get home the new Nokia N900 coupled with Exciting Deals
Jun 14th, 2010 by Dipak Sarda

Nokia N900

Ace mobile company Nokia has reached the heights of success in the mobile manufacturing industry, but coming to Smartphones industry it has not been the same due to the existence of other big players like Apple Microsoft and Samsung. Nokia N900 is an attempt by Nokia to withstand in this cut throat competition.

Powered by an ARM Cortex A8 600MHz processor and the forward-thinking Linux based Maemo 5 OS, the Nokia N900 performs all important functions with ease. Added to this, Nokia also released a software update for the N900 smartphone that will bring new and exciting games for the device.

The handset is a pool of memory space as it supports up to 1GB of application memory, 256MB RAM along with 768MB virtual memory. Besides, the 32GB internal memory of the N900 is one of the largest in the market and is extendable to another 16GB via microSD card.

Added to this, it also comes with a 5MP camera coupled with Carl Zeiss optics & Tessar lens and a MP3/MP4 player & a Stereo FM Radio to keep you engaged with entertainment options. For internet access at around 10Mbps, it has HSPDA and Wi-Fi connectivity. The browser of the handset is powered by Mozilla Technologies and has Adobe 9.4 support.

Various Nokia N900 Deals are available for the Nokia fans in the market today. The exciting thing is that you can get home free gifts coupled with these deals. The deals are offered by network carriers like Vodafone, Virgin, O2, Orange, 3 and T-mobile. So, why delay. Grab the new Nokia N900 today which would be a value for money decision.

Why is Nokia N900 a Perfect Handset?
May 27th, 2010 by Dipak Sarda

Nokia_Medium Nokia N900

Have you been looking for a perfect handset around the market? Then, the Nokia N900 would be one of the best choices which has all the required features you want in your mobile phone. You will be more than satisfied in terms of performance and functionality of the Nokia N900.

Powered by an ARM Cortex A8 600MHz processor and the forward-thinking Maemo 5 operating system, the Nokia N900 performs all important functions with ease. Added to this, Nokia also released a software update for the N900 smartphone that will bring new and exciting games for the device.

Due to the GPS system of the mobile and its Li-ion battery which gives more usage time, the Nokia N900 is considered to be a user-friendly and safe device. Communication also becomes very easy through this mobile phone due to which you can use this phone as a communication device. It comes with a 3.5 inch TFT touch screen which displays images of outstanding quality, thanks to its ability to display 16 million colours.

Added to this, it also comes with a 5MP camera and a MP3/MP4 player & a Stereo FM Radio to keep you engaged with entertainment options and then there are a lot of fun games. The 32GB internal memory of the N900 is one of the largest in the market.

Also, the Nokia N900 will always keep you connected to the outside world through the internet facility provided. For internet access at around 10Mbps, it has HSPDA and Wi-Fi connectivity. It is certain that you will be more available for the dear ones in your life with Nokia N900. Hence, the Nokia N900 has all valid features to be considered a perfect mobile phone. The Nokia N900 deals can be availed at mobile phone shop UK.

The Nokia N900, a review
Mar 21st, 2010 by Dipak Sarda

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Powered by an ARM Cortex A8 600MHz processor and the forward-thinking Maemo 5 operating system, the Nokia N900 performs all important functions with ease.

It comes with a 3.5 inch TFT touch screen which displays images of outstanding quality, thanks to its ability to display 16 million colours. The clarity of the displayed image is splendid and is no second to any other mobile. A full QWERTY keyboard helps the users to effectively input text and data.

A 5 Megapixel camera with world famous Carl Zeiss optics, auto-focus, and a dual LED flash makes sure that the pictures taken are stunningly clear. It has an in-built photo editor. The camera can also be used to shoot videos of WVGA quality at 25 frames per second along with a video light option. An MP3/MP4 player and a Stereo FM Radio keep you engaged with entertainment options and then there are a lot of fun games.

Integrations to free/cheap calling software Skype and GoogleTalk are available with the device. Connectivity comes in various forms including Class 32 GPRS and EDGE, micro-USB, Bluetooth and even an Infrared port. For internet access at around 10Mbps, it has HSPDA and WiFi connectivity.

GPS helps with satellite navigation and uses the Ovi maps. The 32GB internal memory of the N900 is one of the largest in the market and can be expanded by another 16GB with the microSD slot, if required.

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Face Recognition gaming on Nokia N900
Mar 10th, 2010 by Dipak Sarda

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Nokia N900 will have a face recognition gaming software which would allow it to recognise faces and to detect their movement so that the same get translated to onscreen actions for mobile gaming.

Nokia Labs has come up with the Burger Face Game which gives a taste of the interactivity that can be achieved with Nokia N900’s front-face camera. The camera registers the location and movements of the user’s face. The game is to consume burgers ( albeit virtual ) raining from the top portion of the screen while escaping from sharp blades.

The demo video released by Nokia looks simplistic; however it suggests that a slew of advanced N900 games are in the offing using the face detection feature as an integral part of the games to be designed in future.

There have been instances of other gaming consoles and mobile handsets which have used similar face detection and movement recognition mechanism to help the user play games and control apps. Sony Ericsson’s Yari is based on the same concept though it is reportedly not so successful.

The announcement of the face detection games from Nokia came by means of an official blog post accompanied by a video on Youtube.

Nokia N900 on sale on Vodafone in January
Dec 28th, 2009 by Pai Solebille

Vodafone is all set to launch the Nokia N900 in January. This follows the announcement by Vodafone to launch the iPhone in January. So that makes two interesting launches next month.

The Linux based N900’s launch had been delayed by a few months due to last minute issues with the operating system.

Interested vodafone customers can register their interest for N900 on their site – vodafone.co.uk

Mobile Hub will host a detailed review of the N900 in a few weeks. Watch this space.

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