The Nokia World 09 is already over. However, I’ve just found a short clip that sums up the whole event in less than one and a half minute. You can see the venue, the party and the keynotes. However, mostly you’ll see people coming together, sharing and collaborating. That is what the Nokia World is all about! All our Nokia World related posts can be found just here.
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The Nokia N97 Mini has a 5 Megapixel Camera with autofocus and a Carl Zeiss lens. This sounds indeed really promising and thus I’ve managed some prototype samples photos to see the quality. The sharpness is good but the colour, for example of the lawn or the flowers, is to pale and not fresh enough. As a reminder, these photos are from Nokia N97 Mini’s that are not running final firmware. I expect to see improvements before they become available later this year.

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At the Nokia World in Stuttgart I had the chance to talk with Axel E. Meyer, Head of Explore Design, from Nokia.  He is responsible for all the latest N-Series devices. In the interview we talked about the Nokia N97 (mini), the Apple iPhone and mistakes in the past. He explained the  steps in the design-development, talked about his favourite devices and the step from rubber-boots to a Web 2.0 company. Read the rest of this entry »

During Nokia World 2009 Nokia announced that they are soon going to splash out a new 2.0 Firmware update for the Nokia N97. This update is definitely worth the mention as it is bringing a host of new features, many improvements and several bug fixes, that will change the way you use your device.The update is due to roll out either mid/end of October and will initially be available via NSU (Nokia Software Update). The new firmware will then later appear over the air via FOTA (Firmware Over The Air). Read the rest of this entry »

Well, the Nokia N900 isn’t running Symbian but nevertheless I would like to  give you some insights as the N900 will change Nokia’s strategy and also Symbian’s devices. The N900 is a internet-tablet first and a mobile phone second. So we focused the coverage on the new Maemo5 UI and the internet. Regarding the specs it features a 5 megapixel camera, GPS, WiFi, 32 GB of onboard storage and a 3.5” touch screen. It will be definitely one of the hottest phones of this and next year. However, judge yourself and take a look at the video and the pictures: Read the rest of this entry »

The Nokia Beta Labs has released three brand new touch friendly applications which were announced at Nokia World 2009. Nokia Messaging is now expanding with the Social Messaging beta. This new client is the start of what will become the multi-community social networking client. Lifecast with Ovi has been designed to allow users to share memorable moments with friends on Facebook in a whole new way, and Ovi Maps for Mobile has seen a face lift along with some user friendly adjustments. Read the rest of this entry »

Today, at Anssi Vanjoki’s keynote the Nokia N97 Mini has been announced officially. After a couple of leaked pictures came up the N97 Mini has come to the official press light. The little N97 is almost as powerfull as its big brother. Having the full QWERTY-keyboad and the tilted 3.2-inch touch screen it comes pretty close to the N97. More over, it features 8GB internal memory and a unprotected 5 Megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss lens. A focus lies also on navigation and social communication. Both areas have been merged to a new user experience in which Nokia Maps and Facebook work hand in hand. Nokia calls the N97 mini the slimmest travel companion on the market. It will be available for 450€ within Q4. Read the rest of this entry »

Today Nokia World 2009, Nokia’s biggest event, is opening its gates. It’s taking place in Stuttgart, Germany. As not all can attend the event you can follow the event and keynotes here on SymbianWorld and on Nokia. Providing you with the webcast and further information, the Nokia page is the place to spent September 2nd and 3rd on. Stay tuned and visit Events.Nokia.com

This year’s Nokia World is taking place in Stuttgart from September 2nd until 3rd. As this date is coming closer everyday Nokia has updated the official Nokia World page and included further information as well as a nice teaser video. The agenda and the speakers list have been updated. More over, they say that at Nokia World 09, you will benefit from having a Nokia email account which you can create here. We from SymbianWorld will be live in Stuttgart and bring you all information, pictures and voices from the Nokia World.

At the heart of Nokia is the way in which we connect people together, when and wherever they choose. From talking to loved ones over distances, to experiencing rich multimedia and the internet with an advanced multipurpose device.

Nokia World 09 will be a dynamic experience, co-created by the community, arranged by Nokia and focused on developing new business opportunities. We offer products, services and solutions that connect communities, help realise potential, entertain and celebrate people’s lives. Together we can explore these possibilities and come together to help define and drive the future of our industry.

This year’s Nokia World will be taking place in Stuttgart, Germany. From the 2nd until the 3rd September Nokia World will pitch its tent in the Messe Stuttgart congress centre. Although you cannot register for the event yet, Nokia have already launched the official website which features a lot information for you. If Nokia will launch a device like the N97 again isn’t sure yet. However, sure is, that Nokia’s President and CEO, Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo will be one of the speakers. This years theme are Discover, Play, Share and Organise The Messe Stuttgart is conveniently located between the airport and motorway and one of the largest and most modern congress centres in Germany since its opening in 2007. For further information head over to Nokia World’s website.

Here the agenda for the Nokia World:

September 2
08:00 – Registration & coffee
09:00 – Morning Keynotes
11:15 – Experience lounge with Interactive sessions
16:30 – Keynote
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