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Handle without care: Nokia introduces the Nokia 3720 classic, its most rugged mobile handset to date

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:08:23 +0000

You may of seen the Nokia 3720 classic before, swimming in a pool, or pint of beer, or even being shot at by a paintball gun? Yes, that right, the New Nokia 3270 Classic, is indeed, the new handset featured in those crazy Nokia Conversations Rugged Phone videos, which can be found here in their Compilation list.. Well now, Nokia has Officially Announced the device in a new Press Release.

Nokia today introduced the new Nokia 3720 classic, an IP-54 certified mobile phone designed to resist water, dust and shock. Following the footsteps of Nokia's highly popular 'rugged' devices of the past, the Nokia 3720 classic is encased in durable materials and is entirely sealed to protect the inner electronics. The Nokia 3720 is expected to retail for approximately EUR 125 before subsidies or taxes and is expected to begin shipping this summer.

"Whether using it at the beach or in a dusty construction site, the Nokia 3720 classic has been specifically engineered to withstand the splashes, bumps and drops that come with the terrain," said Markku Suomi, vice president, Connect devices. "While the Nokia 3720 classic is tough on the outside, it is equally functional on the inside - a perfect choice for people who want a long-lasting and reliable mobile phone for any environment."

The Nokia 3720 classic features a sealed, leak-proof design and durable materials in a range of colours. The battery cover, which protects both the battery and the internal circuitry of the device, is locked with a screw, making for worry-free usage in wet, dusty or muddy environments.

As to be expected, the Nokia 3720 classic also offers exceptional battery performance as well as an LED flashlight, to complement its rugged design. Additional add-ons include Nokia Maps, which comes pre-loaded on the 1 GB microSD memory card, and the large and bright 2.2" display is perfect for following the route even in unfamiliar terrain.

Nokia Conversations Rugged Phone Compilation Videos

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:33:19 +0000

Recently, Nokia Conversations, the Official Nokia Blog, posted up a few videos, where they were testing out, in a fun style I may add, just how rugged a phone can be, and if it would survive a series of tests, true Nokia Conversations style. Well, watch the videos below, and see how the phone fairs from a Rugby kick, rain down pour, impersonating a golf ball, and much more, including a pint of beer, a swimming pool, very tall ladder, Jelly, and Paintball.!

First up. Rugby kick.

Then a Golf Club

Swimming Pool (Click "Read More")

Nokia & PEIR - Sensing the World with Mobile Devices

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:14:17 +0000

Later today I will be attending a live Q&A with the PEIR team, thanks to WOM World, Nokia for the invite. I will let you know how I get on, right here on Nokiausers later today.

Who, and what is/are PEIR I hear you ask.? Well, last summer, PEIR joined hands with Nokia to provide a unique service. Checkout the video demo below, but also be sure to check out the next page by clicking on "Read More".

“PEIR is a completely new concept, which introduces a dimension of intelligence and new depth in comparison with the traditional carbon footprint calculators. It demonstrates novel capabilities by providing the user with personal information based on their lifestyle with details on how their daily behavior patterns affect the environment and the way it impacts them”, explains Péter Boda of Nokia Research Center Palo Alto, who leads the PEIR research collaboration with UCLA.

Via mobile devices, PEIR collects location and speed information which is fed to complex mathematical and environmental models on the server and correlated with GIS (Geographic Information System) data. This combination provides analysis on an individual’s environmental impact and exposure, visualized online either on an individual basis or as a community on Facebook widgets. The Nokia Technology Insights series full PDF file is available here.

Nokia Desktop Application - Maps Updater fixed. V1.08 Released

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 09:05:19 +0000

If you experienced any problems recently with version 1.07 of the Nokia desktop Application, Nokia Maps Updater, you will be pleased to know, it has been updated to v1.08 which fixes the issue with its previous version of not connecting or finding the connected Nokia device. In some cases, version 1.07 would either just hang, or even crash whilst searching for updates.

As soon as V1.07 was released, there was a flood of issues reported from many people experiencing problems with it, and its good to know, Nokia has in this case, listened to the end users, and done something very quickly about it. Thumbs up from me on this one Nokia!

I can confirm that V1.08 now works very well, and is very stable, having successfully used it to update maps on my N97, N95's, and N82 without any problems.

To get the Update, simply launch your existing installation of Nokia Maps Updater, and you will be prompted to download, and install the new version. It is recommended that you exit all programs during installation, and also give the installation permissions in your firewall settings should you have any popups during the installation process.

If you do not already have a previous version of Nokia Maps Updater, you can get all the required files, help, and information here, where you will find, not only Nokia Maps Updater, but also Nokia Map Loader, which allows you to download your given choice of Nokia Maps to your device, so you can experience free usage of Maps with no Internet connection. You will also, with this new version of maps, be able to Sync with Ovi, which lets you save all your Favorites, Landmarks, and even pre-plan your trips on your desktop, and transfer routes to your device even.

Nokia PC Suite gets a Minor Update - V7.1.30.9 Now available

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:31:04 +0000

Just a quick heads up on yet another update from Nokia. This time, Nokia PC Suite gets a minor update, bringing stability fixes. This will bring PC Suite to V7.1.30.9

Just launch your PC Suite on your Desktop, and if not prompted to download the update, click on "Web" in the toolbar, and select "search for updates".

E66 & E71 New Firmware V300.21.012 Available for Euro Models

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:01:41 +0000

Thanks to NokiAAddict, and ZOMG it's CJ have brought us news that the E71 and E66 both have now received a new Firmware Update, bringing the latest version to V300.21.012 on both handsets. You can grab the update via Nokia Software Updater, and if you have not used NSU for a while, you maybe prompted to update that too.!

Ovi Maps for Mobile is finally out of Beta.!

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:52:47 +0000

As usual, the Nokia Beta Labs team really do know how to keep us all on our toes, and now, they have just announced that Ovi Maps 3.0 is finally out of Beta, and the final version is ready to be downloaded to your compatible Nokia handset. Over to Kee from the Maps team...

On behalf of the Maps team we are pleased to announce that Ovi Maps for mobile has now graduated from Beta Labs. It has been a long old journey since we first launched it to Beta Labs back in December last year and we now feel that the product is finally ready for the public.

“Lessons learnt” – we would like to take this opportunity to mention a couple of the key learnings for us all within the Maps team – the management of the discussion forum and communication. Within Beta Labs, the Ovi Maps for mobile page was clearly the most active and we were completely overwhelmed with the number of discussion threads. For the future, we already have some good ideas to improve the structure of the forums so that there are clear sections/areas in order to avoid duplications – in turn, this will hopefully improve the communication between yourselves and the Maps team.

Im afraid you will have to resort to your PC/Laptop to grab this final version, so Please download the latest Maps Updater and Map Loader from www.nokia.com/maps

Ovi Contacts - See where your friends are and what they are doing. Get in touch

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:32:56 +0000

Ovi Contacts from Nokia Beta Labs gets updated, bringing Touch Support for the N97 and 5800XM handsets.

With Ovi Contacts, you can let your friends know what you are doing and where you are. You can also check your friends' status messages to see what your friends are up to. Ovi Contacts is all about keeping in touch with people who matter.

If you have used Nokia Chat you will find Ovi Contacts mobile application familiar. Key features: (note: supported features depend on the platform)

Presence: Let your friends know if you are available, busy or on the phone. Check your friends' availability.
Enhanced presence: You can share - or hide - your favorite places with your friends. You can also let your friends know what you are listening.
Chat: Get in touch with your friends with chat. Convey your messages with emotions and share your location on the map via chat.
This update allows you to show your fav contacts presence right there on your N97 homescreen too.! For full details, download instructions, and compatibility see here.

N97 & N96 Receive Firmware updates - UK still waits with Baited Breath

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:18:39 +0000

Today the Nokia N96, and N97 RM-507 both received firmware updates, the N97 - V11.0.021, and the N96 - V30.033. Both of these updates are available FOTA (Firmware Over the Air), or NSU (Nokia Software Updater).

N97 V11 full Changelog is still available here, on NokiaUsers, however, at this time of writing, there is still no Official changelog for the N96 new firmware.

If you own a UK variant of N97 like myself, RM-505, then it looks like we are in for a wait, as V11 is not yet available OTA or via NSU at this time. I have been checking pretty much each hour today, and its all been in vain.

I will let you guys know though, as soon as V11 is available for your UK N97 handsets.!

Micky gets Up Close and Personal with the Nokia N97

Micky.Aldridge@gmail.com (Micky) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:45:32 +0000

Simple video from myself here on Nokiausers, showing the actual size of the N97 device compared to other NSeries handsets.