Nokia marked the next phase in the evolution of Maemo software with the new Nokia N900. Taking its cues from the world of desktop computing, the open source, Linux-based Maemo software delivers a PC-like experience on a handset-sized device.
The Nokia N900 has evolved from Nokia's previous generation of Internet Tablets and broadens the choice for technology enthusiasts who appreciate the ability to multitask and browse the internet like they would on their desktop computer.
Running on the new Maemo 5 software, the Nokia N900empowers users to have dozens of application windows open and running simultaneously while taking full advantage of the cellular features, touch screen and QWERTY keyboard.
Designed for computer-grade performance in a compact size, Maemo complements Nokia's other software platforms, such as Symbian, which powers Nokia's smartphones.
More multitasking with Maemo
The Nokia N900 packs a powerful ARM Cortex-A8 processor, up to 1GB of application memory and OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration. The result is PC-like multitasking, allowing many applications to run simultaneously. Switching between applications is simple, as all running content is constantly available through the dashboard. The panoramic homescreen can be fully personalized with favorite shortcuts, widgets and applications.
To make web browsing more enjoyable, the Nokia N900features a high-resolution WVGA touch screen and fast internet connectivity with 10/2 HSPA and WLAN. Thanks to the browser powered by Mozilla technology, websites look the way they would on any computer. Online videos and interactive applications are vivid with full Adobe Flash(TM) 9.4 support. Maemo software updates happen automatically over the internet.
Messaging on the N900 is easy and convenient thanks to the full physical slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Setting up email happens with only a few touches and the Nokia Messaging service mobilizes up to 10 personal email accounts. Text message or IM exchanges with friends are shown in one view and all conversations are organized as separate windows.
The Nokia N900 has 32GB of storage, which is expandable up to 48GB via a microSD card. For photography, the Maemo software and the N900 come with a new tag cloud user interface that will help users get the most out of the 5MP camera and Carl Zeiss optics.
The Nokia N900 will be available in select markets from October 2009 with an estimated retail price of 500 Euros excluding sales taxes and subsidies.
Size
Dimensions
110.9 x 59.8 x 18 mm, 113 cc
Weight
181 g
General
2G Network
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network
HSDPA 1700 / 2100 / 900
Announced
2009, August
Status
Coming soon. Exp. release 2009, November
Display
Type
TFT resistive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size
800 x 480 pixels, 3.5 inches
Extra
-- Proximity sensor for auto turn-off
- Accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate
- Full QWERTY keyboard
Ringtones
Type
MP3 ringtones
Customization
Yes, with stereo speakers
Vibration
Yes
Data
GPRS
Class 32
HSCSD
Yes
EDGE
Class 32
3G
HSDPA, 10Mbps; HSUPA, 2Mbps
WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, DLNA
Bluetooth
Yes, v2.1 with A2DP
Infrared port
Yes
USB
Yes, v2.0 microUSB
Features
OS
Maemo 5
Messaging
SMS (threaded view), Email, Push Email, IM
Browser
WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, RSS feeds
Games
Yes, Bounce, Chess, Mahjong + downloadable
Colors
Black
Camera
5 MP, 2592x1944 pixels, Carl Zeiss optics, autofocus, Dual LED flash, video light
-- Digital compass
- MP3/WMA/WAV/eAAC+ music player
- WMV/RealVideo/MP4/AVI/XviD video player
- TV-out
- Voice command/dial
- Document viewer (Word Excel PowerPoint PDF)
- Photo editor
- T9
Memory
PhoneBook
Practicall
Call Records
Detailed, max 30 days
Card Slot
microSD (TransFlash), up to 16GB
Shared Memory
Extra
Battery
Type
Standard battery, Li-Ion 1320 mAh (BL-5J)
Talk-Time
