The next phase of Nokia handsets in the evolution of Maemo software is N900 releasing in October this year in select markets. In US and UK it will be released on T-Mobile.
N900 smartphone is linux-based Maemo software handset that brings PC to mobile. The cell phone gives exact experience of PC on a handset.
In N900 one can do multitask and gets browsing internet facilities as it is on desktop computer.
N900 runs on new Maemo 5 software that empowers mobile users to work on multiple windows application together. The mobile also offers full advantage of hi-tech mobile features such as touch screen and QWERTY keyboard.
Ansi Vanjoki, executive vice-president for markets of Nokia says, “With Linus softwar, Mozilla-based browser technology and now also with cellular connectivity, the Nokia N900 delivers a powerful mobile experience.”
He also added that the Nokia N900 shows where the company is going with Maemo software and they will continue working with the community in order to push this software forward.
The Maemo also complements the other software platforms of Nokia such as Symbian that powers Nokia’s smartphones.
The phone will have GSM radios and triband 3G to support T-Mobile. It will be having a full Firefox3 browser with 5MP CZ cam, lens cover, LEDx2 flash and 800×480 video.
The messaging through N900 will be easy and convenient because of the full physical slide-out QWERTY keyboard. With only few touches on screen one can set up e-mails and it mobilizes up to 10 personal e-mail accounts.
N900 Features and Specifications :
Dimensions : 110.9 × 59.8 × 18
Color : Black
Weight : Approx 181 g
Display : 3.5 inch touch-sensitive widescreen display, 800 × 480 pixel resolution
Email & Messaging : SMS, Instant Messages, MMS
Web Browser : Maemo browser powered by Mozilla technology
Memory : Up to 1GB of application memory (256 MB RAM, 768 MB virtual memory)
Connectivity : Micro-USB connector, High-Speed USB 2.0, Integrated GPS with A-GPS
Language Support : British English, American English, Canadian French, German, Italian, etc
Camera : 5 megapixel camera (2584 × 1938 pixels)
Music : Maemo media player
Operating System : Maemo 5 software on Linux
Application : Contacts, Camera, Calculator, Clock, Games, PDF Reader, File Manager, RSS Reader, Media player, Maemo Browser
Gaming : Chess, Bounce, Mahjong
Kit : Nokia Stereo Headset (WH-205), Nokia charger adaptor (CA-146C), Cleaning cloth, Nokia High Efficiency Charger (AC-10), Nokia Battery (BL-5J), Video out cable (CA-75U)
N900 video Demo (Youtube Video)
Watch the video of N900 below:
Examples are as below: