This was a fact, is that since Microsoft and Nokia have signed an agreement there is no holding you back, no turning back for Nokia, they have just revealed a definitive agreement with Microsoft to use its operating system Windows Phone 7 in future smartphones.

The deal would be announced to consumers and analysts alike. Many have wondered exactly how long it would take Nokia to integrate the WP7 in their products, and think it was ahead of schedule.

There is significant progress for a new series of devices Nokia. The company, to provide key applications and services for everything to work perfectly in the future and revolutionary Windows Phone.

The most interesting part is that application developers have already begun their respective work. In 2012 is expected to be published the long awaited Nokia WP7.

After the MWC this year, I think we have to review knowledge on touch screens. It seems clear trend for manufacturers to create new mobile touch, and advertising is normally speak only of “touch-screen phone,” without specifying.

We have already mentioned that there are two main types of touch screens on mobile: capacitive or resistive . Both use the same principle to detect the pulse: changes in electrical current. However, the components of different types of touch screen and, especially, feel for the user are very different.

Capacitive screens are more expensive to manufacture and are present in the iPhone or the LG KF750 Secret, among other phones. Resistive screens are cheaper and are more prevalent, for example in the Windows Mobile Pocket PC or Nokia 5800.

Capacitive screens

For its technology, capacitive screens need to be handled by a finger or an object that has capacitance, not being fit for the typical stylus. On the other hand, can detect multiple simultaneous keystrokes or gestures, allowing various forms of acting with them, increasing their ability to be controlled. The gestures do not require input or pressure, simply slide your finger to control the device’s screen.

To be used directly by the finger, without intermediate objects, and not require any pressure, the user experience to handle this type of display is quite good. The impression is of speed, immediacy, if the operating system and program that we are handling this well designed, of course.
They also have their limitations. Having to use your fingers, the less accurate and not sense the pressure limit the possibilities of software that can run. Continue Reading

Just appeared on the net a couple of images of a new terminal Nokia, a phone that follows the line of successful family that owns the Nokia E71. The device accepts the new nomenclature of the Finnish firm and will be known as Nokia E6-00.

Although not represent a revolution in design, as some expect a remarkable change in Nokia, other important sources such as Mobile-review have already reported that the phone is real and probably know more about it at the next Mobile World Congress in Barcelona .

In the rear of the new Nokia see an 8-megapixel camera with dual flash, do not know if this is a module with autofocus, or bet again on the Full Focus. Continue Reading

Nokia recently introduced the Nokia X2, a phone without being the market merjor we will be more than enough for the vast majority of mobile users.

The Nokia X2 has a 2.2 inch screen with QVGA resolution and comes by default the base operating system used by the company Nokia, Series 40 (9.2).

On the technical side comment that brings stereo speakers, dedicated media buttons, FM radio, Bluetooth 2.1, 3.5 mm jack, support up to 16GB SD memory cards, a 5 megapixel camera with flash and 4x digital zoom.

Besides, how could it be otherwise in these times is prepared for social networks and that from the initial screen have direct access to Facebook as well as Nokia Messaging. In addition, it has access to Ovi Store that will bring hundreds possibilities.

The Nokia X2 has an autonomy of 26 hours non-stop music playing, has an estimated price of 85 € and will be available in silver and black

Nokia has unveiled three new mobile phones that have physical QWERTY keyboard form, including QWERTY keyboards that are cheaper. The cheapest handset models are Nokia C3, which sells for € 90 (U.S. $ 120), based on Nokia Series 40 platform with facilities Ovi Mail and Chat. In addition to a QWERTY keyboard, Nokia C3 is also supported with 2.4 inch display, service and Opera Mini Wi-Fi connection, users can also listen to the radio from a 3.5mm audio jack, take pictures with a 2 megapixel camera or a Facebook status update or a Tweet on Twitter. Data can be stored in the 8GB memory card. However, this C3 cell phone does not support 3G and A-GPS (Assisted-GPS).

While other handset is a model of E5 will be a substitute for the Nokia E63. E5 Nokia phones based on Symbian S60 and doubled the price of more expensive ie € 180 (U.S. $ 244). With E5 handset, the user can use fast Internet connections using HSDPA and A-GPS navigation. Plus a 5 MP still camera, but the same-sized 2.4-inch screen. Data can be stored on 250MB of internal memory, and 2GB micro SD card. Other supporting facilities such as email, IM services, including Google, Yahoo, Microsoft and IBM.

While for the Nokia C6 also has a QWERTY keyboard that slides from behind the screen shape. C6 cell phone was sold at $ 298 price range, and based on Symbian S60. Screen size 3.2 inch, 640 x 360 pixel resolution, higher than 320 x 240 pixels of the two previous phones. C6 Mobile support is also an FM radio, 5MP camera, and A-GPS. Data can be stored on 200MB of internal memory and 2GB microSD card. Email and IM client can be downloaded from the Nokia store, Ovi Store. C6 cell phone users can surf the Internet using Wi-Fi or HSDPA, but not useful to support HSUPA upload speeds such as those in the handset E5. For handset Nokkia C6 and C3 will be present in the second quarter of 2010, while the E5 will be present in the third quarter