WHITE PLAINS, New York, November 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nokia (NYSE:
NOK) today announced the availability of the much anticipated Nokia N96, its
flagship multimedia computer in the iconic Nokia Nseries range, in the United
States. The Nokia N96 boasts a powerhouse of entertainment ready features,
including a 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, turn-by-turn voice
navigation, 16GB of internal memory, expandable up to 24GB with an optional
microSD card, superior sound and music, N-Gage gaming and a stunning 2.8"
display. The Nokia N96 will now be available through open channels in the
United States, including the Nokia Flagship stores in New York and Chicago,
on http://www.nokiausa.com and a number of independent retailers and
e-tailers.
"The Nokia N96 offers the best of mobile entertainment, blending phone
and multimedia options seamlessly with the unique Nokia Nseries dual slider -
a great way to discover and share your favorite moments. Watch video, take
high quality photos and geotag them to specific locations or directly upload
them online via the fast Internet connection - the Nokia N96 takes mobile
entertainment and communication to the next level," says Alessandro Lamanna,
Vice President of Sales, Open Markets, Nokia Americas.
The Nokia N96 has the ability to store up to 40 hours* of video content
transfered from a PC via hi-speed USB 2.0 connection or online with WLAN and
HSDPA support. The device also supports the most common video formats
including MPEG-4, Windows Media Video and Flash Video. Enjoy the action on
your videos with the device's vivid 2.8" display and built-in 3D stereo
speakers. Sit back, watch the plot unfold and experience the special effects
hands-free, thanks to a cleverly designed 'kickstand' on the back cover.
With the Nokia N96, users will capture clear, vibrant, high quality video
clips at 30 frames per second as well as sharp, defined photos with the
5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics and dual LED Flash. Tag the
location of your new images with integrated geotagging, and with just one
click, upload your images straight to online image-hosting communities,
including Share on Ovi from Nokia - a great way to relive your favorite
moments.
The enhanced navigation experience on the Nokia N96 includes rich,
easy-to-use maps with urban detail as well as satellite views. Try out three
months of free voice guided turn-by-turn navigation** - for walking or
driving - along with the new City Guides that offer a great way to explore
undiscovered places.
Compatible with high-speed 3G HSDPA networks in the US (850 and 1900
MHz), the Nokia N96 costs an estimated 895 USD.
*Capacity based on H.264 750-Kbps video at 320-by-240 resolution,
combined with 128-Kbps audio. Capacity is half of this with H.264 1.5Mbps at
640-by-480 resolution, combined with 128-Kbps audio (near-DVD quality).
** Nokia navigation service is free for 90 days from service activation.
Mobile data charges may apply when using Nokia Maps and turn-by-turn
navigation.
Nokia is the world leader in mobility, driving the transformation and
growth of the converging Internet and communications industries. We make a
wide range of mobile devices with services and software that enable people to
experience music, navigation, video, television, imaging, games, business
mobility and more. Developing and growing our offering of consumer Internet
services, as well as our enterprise solutions and software, is a key area of
focus. We also provide equipment, solutions and services for communications
networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.
