Nokia have today announced three new handsets which aim to provide better messaging and social networking to mobile users around the world.

The first mobile to be announced is the Nokia C3, which features a full QWERTY keyboard. The C3 runs on the Series 40 mobile platform, which is the world’s most popular mobile platform.

The Nokia C3 is the first Series 40 mobile that enables uers to update social networks on from their mobiles homescreen with supported networks included Facebook and Twitter. It also features Ovi Mail and Ovi Chat for email and instant messaging requirements.

In terms of features the Nokia C3 supports WiFi, has a 2.4 inch screen, microSD support up to 8GB and a 2 mega-pixel camera.

The Nokia C3 is due to launch in the second quarter of 2010 and will cost around 90 Euros (or £80). It will come in a choice of colours include golden white, slate grey and hot pink.