Nokia Announces Launchpad Technology Offering for Mobile Application Development Companies
Written by Nokia
Thursday, 28 June 2007
Nokia today announced its new Launchpad mobile software developer offering for the broad range of software developer companies seeking a fast-track for applications that target the millions of devices based on Nokia mobile platforms in the market today.
New Component to Forum Nokia Developer Community Delivers Targeted Technology Benefits to Developers of Applications for Nokia Platforms
Espoo, Finland, June 28, 2007 Available immediately to developer companies actively seeking larger market opportunities for their applications and services, Launchpad will enable a wider range of companies to create profitable, sustainable mobile development businesses. Providing specific and focused technology access designed to accelerate development of mobile applications and services, Launchpad delivers an impressive package of benefits and tools to a broad range of software developers, from fast-moving startups to established companies in the industry to corporate IT departments.
Developer firms new to building applications targeting Nokia mobile platforms, as well as organizations whose employees may already belong to Forum Nokia as individual members, will benefit significantly from the new Launchpad offering, designed specifically to meet the needs of the growing number of firms eyeing the burgeoning smartphone market as an exciting new arena for software development.
Nokia is very pleased to be offering Launchpad to the broad market of software developer companies seeking to build mobile applications and services for the growing global smartphone market, said Lee Epting, Vice President, Forum Nokia. By addressing the particular needs of these developers through Launchpad, both in terms of technology access and support, we will be helping them accelerate their development cycle to bring new and exciting applications to Nokia mobile platforms.
Launchpad benefits to participating developer companies that center on technology offerings designed to accelerate mobile application development include:
· Early access to technical info, including APIs, SDKs and technology roadmaps;
· Free Carbide Developer Edition (Symbian OS) developer tool software, with a 50% discount on additional Carbide Developer Edition copies;
· Discounted Nokia mobile device purchase program;
· Discounted S60 book offers and certification exams; and,
· Publication of the company profile on the Launchpad website and application catalog.
The annual cost of the Launchpad program is 800 euros. Application for developer companies wishing to join Forum Nokias Launchpad program is available online at www.forum.nokia.com/launchpad.
About Forum Nokia
Nokia's global developer program, Forum Nokia connects developers to tools, technical information, support, and distribution channels they can use to build and market applications around the globe. From offices in the U.S., Europe, Japan, China, and Singapore, Forum Nokia provides technical and business development support to developers and operators to assist them in achieving their goal of successfully launching applications and services to consumers and enterprises. More information is available at www.forum.nokia.com.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.
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