Nokia N95 Starts Shipping in Asia, Europe

Nokia has announced the shipping of Nokia N95 in key European, Asian and Middle Eastern markets, with expanded shipments to other markets in these regions in the coming weeks.

The Nokia N95 is an all-in-one multimedia computer with a unique 2-way slide design, integrated GPS functionality, a 5 megapixel camera and support for high-speed mobile networks, which aims to make it easier for users to watch and record videos, listen to songs, take high-quality photos, browse the internet and access emails on the move.

Designed for High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) networks and with support for WLAN, EDGE and WCDMA networks, the Nokia N95 aims to provide excellent coverage and connection speeds. Users may also browse the Internet and subscribe to news feeds using the Nokia Web Browser with Mini Map.

Nokia N95 also offers a sharp color display, built-in stereo speakers, a standard 3.5 mm audio connector and support for compatible microSD memory cards. It also offers navigation services with its integrated GPS and Nokia Maps application.

The 2-way slide design aims to make it easy to switch between different modes, going from reading maps to watching a video with a simple slide. With Carl Zeiss optics on the 5 megapixel camera, users can capture print quality photos and DVD-like quality video clips.

The Nokia N95 is based on the S60 software on Symbian OS, enabling users to personalize their device from a wide choice of compatible applications that can be downloaded to the Nokia N95, including games, navigation, entertainment, productivity and creativity.

Juha Putkiranta, senior vice president, Multimedia, Nokia said, "The Nokia N95 is the ultimate multimedia computer and a fantastic example of what Nokia Nseries devices can deliver. It easily replaces a number of single purpose devices with a well designed package that is with you and connected. The Nokia N95 is what computers have become - personal, powerful and connected devices."

The price of this new Nokia N95 is expected to be around 550 GBP (around Rs 48,000), but it isn't clear if the phone will make its debut in India.

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