Maemo 5 injects speed and power into mobile computing
Written by Nokia
Thursday, 27 August 2009
Espoo,
Finland - Nokia today 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 new Nokia N900: Computer-grade performance in a handset
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 N900 empowers users to have
dozens of application windows open and running simultaneously while
taking full advantage of the cellular features, touch screen and QWERTY
keyboard.
"With
Linux software, Mozilla-based browser technology and now also with
cellular connectivity, the Nokia N900 delivers a powerful mobile
experience," says Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President, Markets,
Nokia. "The Nokia N900 shows where we are going with Maemo and we'll
continue to work with the community to push the software forward. What
we have with Maemo is something that is fusing the power of the
computer, the internet and the mobile phone, and it is great to see
that it is evolving in exciting ways."
Designed
for computer-grade performance in a compact size, Maemo complements
Nokia's other software platforms, such as Symbian, which powers Nokia's
smartphones.
"Just as
Nokia continues to expand and diversify its device portfolio, so it is
deploying multiple platforms to allow it to serve different purposes
and address different markets. While we have seen continued growth in
Symbian as a smartphone platform, Maemo enables Nokia to deliver new
mobile computing experiences based on open-source technology that has
strong ties with desktop platforms," says Jonathan Arber, Senior
Research Analyst in Consumer Mobile at IDC.
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 N900 features 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 EUR 500 excluding sales taxes and
subsidies. The Nokia N900 will be displayed at Nokia World, Stuttgart,
on September 2. More information on Maemo is available at http://maemo.nokia.com.
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