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New Nokia N76 3G Phone Announced
See below for the rest of today's 3G news from 3G.co.uk
8th January, 2007
US : Nokia unveiled a trimmer fold model to its Nokia Nseries line up, the Nokia N76, a new multimedia computer that brings the complete Nokia Nseries experience to a sleeker body, with little compromise. With the Nokia N76 multimedia computer, technology and design come together to create a revolution in design for a multimedia computer. Using premium materials to enclose world-class Nokia Nseries features and experiences, Nokia has created a very eye-catching device.

"We did not want to compromise any of the key Nokia Nseries experiences when we designed the stylish Nokia N76 multimedia computer," said Pekka Pohjakallio, vice-president, Multimedia, Nokia. He continued, "Nokia Nseries consumers are bleeding edge technology users and with them in mind we want to offer intelligent and entertaining multimedia functionality in an easy to use, ultra slim package."
 
The Nokia N76 is a perfect blend of style and substance. This latest addition to the Nokia Nseries portfolio brings a wide range of multimedia experiences to consumers, enabling them to create, consume and connect, using music, videos, images and the internet.
 
Musical talent
Nokia Nseries music fans will appreciate the dedicated quick cover keys on the Nokia N76, which let you quickly and easily control the device's music features from the outside of the folded device, for instant tunes wherever you are.  Holding up to 1500* tracks the Nokia N76 works with industry standard 3.5 mm headphones and supports the popular Windows Media  DRM for optimal use.
 
Surf in style
Viewing the 2.4", up to 16 million color screen in landscape mode brings a familiar feel to surfing the web on a mobile. Navigate web pages quickly and easily with the Nokia Web Browser with Mini Map and enjoy easy access to popular internet services like Flickr and Amazon for searching, shopping or sharing.
 
With Nokia Mobile Search local services, restaurants, bars, shops or just about anything else you want are just where you need them, in the palm of your hand. You can then locate them using online maps or simply click to call them. It's that easy.
 
Ready for your close up?
See a shot you want? Grab your Nokia N76 and using the dedicated quick cover keys, you can snap that unexpected moment without having to open up the device. Feel like sharing?  Then upload it to a compatible photo sharing community, like Flickr.
 
Use the 2.0 megapixel (1600 x 1200 pixels) camera to capture, zoom and review pictures on the large 2.4" display, then edit either on the go or transfer them to a compatible PC and even get creative with Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition.
 
Get personal
Use the Download! application to see what new services and software are available for your multimedia computer, as well as keeping other selected applications current on your Nokia N76. With up to 2GB of expandable memory** you can shape your multimedia computer to suit the way you live your life.
 
The Nokia N76, which is based on S60 3rd Edition software on Symbian OS, is expected to start shipping in volumes during the first quarter of 2007 with an estimated, pre-tax, unsubsidized sales price of approximately 390 euros.
 
* Capacity based on using optional 2Gb microSD card, 3:45 per song and 48kbps eAAC+ (M4A) encoding on the Nokia Music Manager. Capacity with 128Kbps AAC encoding is up to 250 songs.
Key features
  • Store up to thousands of songs with expandable memory up to 2 GB
  • Access your favorite internet sites and services with the Nokia browser with Mini Map
  • Make video conference calls using the QVGA video camera
  • Send and receive emails and instant messages
  • Take snapshots using the 2-megapixel camera with up to 20x digital zoom
Operating frequency
  • WCDMA 2100
  • EGSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Size
  • Volume: 70 cc
  • Weight: 115 g
  • Dimensions: 106.5 x 52 x 13.7 mm
Display
  • Main display: 2.4" QVGA (240 x 320 pixels) TFT with up to 16 million colors
  • Cover display: 1.36" color display (160 x 128 pixels) TFT with up to 262,144 colors
  • Ambient light detector to optimize operating times
User interface
  • S60 3rd edition
  • Symbian OS version 9.2
  • Quick cover keys allow you to play music and snap pictures without opening your phone
Imaging
  • Camera: 2-megapixel camera with up to 20x digital zoom and image resolution up to 1600 x 1200 pixels
  • LED flash
  • Video capture in QVGA resolution with the CIF+ (common intermediate format) camera and playback up to 15 fps with up to 4x digital zoom
Messaging
  • MMS
  • Send email with attachments (supports SMTP, IMAP4, POP3 protocols)
  • Chat
  • Picture messaging
  • Video calling
  • Push to talk
Multimedia
  • Video streaming, downloading, editing, sharing, and storage
  • Music player with equalizer and playlist feature (supports MP3, WAV, MIDI, AAC, eAAC, eAAC+, M4A, and WMA formats)
  • RealPlayer media player
  • FM Radio
Memory functions
  • Up to 26 MB internal memory
  • Expandable memory: microSD card up to 2 GB
Applications
  • Java™: MIDP 2.0 games and applications
  • C++ and Java SDKs
  • Mobile search
Connectivity
  • Bluetooth 2.0 wireless technology up to 3 Mbits/second
  • Local and remote data synchronization of calendar, contacts, to-do lists, notes, Microsoft Outlook and Outlook Express, and Lotus using SyncML
Browsing
  • Nokia browser with Mini Map
Data transfer
  • WAP
  • GPRS
  • EDGE (EGPRS) class B, multi slot class 32
  • WCDMA (3G)
Personal information management (PIM)
  • Contacts, calendar, to-do list, notes, calculator, clock, and converter
Voice features
  • Integrated handsfree speaker
  • Voice recorder
Digital services
  • Access your favorite internet services from your phone
  • Find the information you need on-the-go with mobile search
  • Use the Download! feature to personalize your phone
Other features
  • Themes including wallpapers, screensavers, and ringing tones
  • Download ringing tones and games
Sales package contents
  • Nokia N76
  • User guide
  • Quick start guide
  • Nokia AC-4 charger
  • Nokia DKE-2 USB cable
  • Memory card (Europe only, 256MB)
  • Nokia HS-43 headset
Battery Talk time Standby time Capacity
Battery BL-4B Up to 120 minutes with WCDMA Up to 165 minutes with GSM GSM: Up to 8.5 days with WCDMA Up to 8.5 hours with GSM 700 mAh

Operation times vary depending on the network and usage.

 



Rest of Todays 3G News
Samsung Electronics is set to demonstrate its Mobile WiMAX technology and new products at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which starts today.
Nokia introduced the Nokia N93i, a compact and stylish digital camcorder and multimedia computer in one. Boasting a host of advanced features - from DVD-like quality video capture to direct video uploads - the Nokia N93i enables you to record great quality video wherever and whenever you feel inspired.
Nokia unveiled a trimmer fold model to its Nokia Nseries line up, the Nokia N76, a new multimedia computer that brings the complete Nokia Nseries experience to a sleeker body, with little compromise. With the Nokia N76 multimedia computer, technology and design come together to create a revolution in design for a multimedia computer.
DyLogic unveiled its new PSE Broadcaster Genie, an innovative appliance for audience-generated 3G video calls broadcasting.
Vodafone launched the new version of its 3G Broadband card in Express Card format, which currently permits transmission speeds of up to 3.6Mbps. This launch makes Vodafone the first operator in Portugal to offer its customers 3G Broadband services in this new format.
Cingular's 3G mobile broadband network now extends from San Francisco to New York, and from Chicago to Dallas, making advanced wireless services available in more than 160 markets, including most of the top 100 major cities in the country.
ROK, the UK-based mobile communications and entertainment specialist, is delighted to announce that ROK TV is now compatible with Symbian 3 handsets, including the Nokia N71, N73, N80 and N93.
Huawei Technologies and KPN Mobile announced that Huawei’s circuit and packet switched network equipment has been successfully introduced into KPN Mobile’s network.
The channel is a mixture of well-known entertainment brands such as Miami Vice and American Dad, original IP and user-generated content that allows 3 UK customers to view the content with an option to download to their handsets.
The increasing influence of mobile video enabled on 3G networks will drive the uptake of many mobile sports, leisure and information services over the next five years, says Juniper Research.