Nokia has launched a new version of its Linux-based Internet tablet. The N810 is smaller, heavier, and faster than the older N800.
Its new features include a slide-out hardware QWERTY thumb keyboard, GPS receiver, FM transmitter (for in-car listening), and a light-sensing screen dimmer. The Nokia N810 Internet Tablet is intended for heavy users of Web sites, such as Google, Skype, Facebook and Flickr. It connects to Wi-Fi hot spots or Bluetooth connections, instead of cellular networks, as cell phones do.
The N810 is the first of Nokia's Internet tablets to integrate a GPS receiver. The N810's auto-dimming screen could help improve readability in environments such as cars, with variable ambient light conditions. The N810 has built-in maps and satellite navigation for getting directions, a high-resolution camera, instant messaging, and a 10GB memory card that stores up to 7,500 songs.
The N810 is also the first of Nokia's Linux-based tablets to feature a full Mozilla-based browser which allows users to enjoy the most sophisticated "Web 2.0" social networking sites.
The N810 is the first of Nokia's Internet tablets to integrate a GPS receiver. The N810's auto-dimming screen could help improve readability in environments such as cars, with variable ambient light conditions. The N810 has built-in maps and satellite navigation for getting directions, a high-resolution camera, instant messaging, and a 10GB memory card that stores up to 7,500 songs.
The N810 is also the first of Nokia's Linux-based tablets to feature a full Mozilla-based browser which allows users to enjoy the most sophisticated "Web 2.0" social networking sites.
Nokia has worked with Google to incorporate Google Talk instant messaging features that allow users to know when other friends using Google Gmail are online. Users can also choose Skype or other Internet-calling applications. The N810's browser has a Flash 9 plugin, and supports AJAX, something no other mobile device can do. Opera is no longer present on the device. It also provides support for Windows Media codecs, enabling users to access more of the Internet's multimedia offerings.
However the promised WiMax support is missing in the new Nokia N810, although WiMax-enabled N-series devices are likely to be distributed as it rolls out service areas next year.
However the promised WiMax support is missing in the new Nokia N810, although WiMax-enabled N-series devices are likely to be distributed as it rolls out service areas next year.
Specifications:
Processor: TI OMAP 2420, clocked at 400MHz
Memory: 128MB DDR RAM; 256MB flash
Storage: 2GB internal memory
Expansion slot supports flash cards up to 8GB; compatible with miniSD and microSD with extender
Display: 4.13-inch widescreen LCD; 800x480 pixel resolution; 65K colors
Slide-out QWERTY keyboard; on-screen (soft) keyboard also provided, Built-in web camera
Connectivity: 802.11b/g WiFi, USB 2.0 via micro-connector, Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR
Audio: Built-in microphone and stereo speakers, 3.5mm A/V connector (stereo audio output)
Built-in GPS receiver and antenna, Built-in FM transmitter
Battery: 1500mAh rechargeable removable
Continuous usage: up to 4 hours
Always online: up to 5 days
Standby time: up to 14 days
Music playback: up to 10 hours
Dimensions: 5.04 x 2.83 x 0.55 inches
Weight: 7.97 ounces
The N810 will be available in mid-November in North America, 15 European markets and in limited parts of Asia, at a price of about around US$479.
Processor: TI OMAP 2420, clocked at 400MHz
Memory: 128MB DDR RAM; 256MB flash
Storage: 2GB internal memory
Expansion slot supports flash cards up to 8GB; compatible with miniSD and microSD with extender
Display: 4.13-inch widescreen LCD; 800x480 pixel resolution; 65K colors
Slide-out QWERTY keyboard; on-screen (soft) keyboard also provided, Built-in web camera
Connectivity: 802.11b/g WiFi, USB 2.0 via micro-connector, Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR
Audio: Built-in microphone and stereo speakers, 3.5mm A/V connector (stereo audio output)
Built-in GPS receiver and antenna, Built-in FM transmitter
Battery: 1500mAh rechargeable removable
Continuous usage: up to 4 hours
Always online: up to 5 days
Standby time: up to 14 days
Music playback: up to 10 hours
Dimensions: 5.04 x 2.83 x 0.55 inches
Weight: 7.97 ounces
The N810 will be available in mid-November in North America, 15 European markets and in limited parts of Asia, at a price of about around US$479.
