#NokiaUnfenced Nokia X7 Testing

#NokiaUnfenced Nokia X7 Testing

A Tough Phone built for the Wild West....
Testing of the New Nokia X7 is going well, impressed with the solid build and speed of the new operating system.

Stands out with a 4-inch AMOLED Screen - 8 megapixel Camera creates an impressive 3264 x 2440 pixels image (image from http://noknok.tv/) great for viewing HD videos and Photos.

The Nokia X7 is the only smartphone with a large Nokia 4-inch screen. The larger screen means movies come to life and playing games is a great deal more immersive [tested].

Screen size also views maps and navigation effortlessly. No QWERTY keyboard (uses the virtual keyboard sans input) then the Nokia X7 is the way to go.

#NokiaUnfenced Nokia X7 Testing

Symbian Anna Operating System

Symbian Anna is the latest version of the Symbian installed on the Nokia X7, delivering a faster and smoother user experience, quicker load times and a host of new features. Comes with a 680 MHz processor.

Unique Design and Solid Build.

If you like a solid metal feel to your phone own the Nokia X7. Too many smartphones simply look.The Nokia X7 is all about standing out from the crowd with its opt-angular sided styling. It’s a winner.

New Nokia Maps (3.08) Reviewed
This comes with a new version of Nokia Maps, 3.08. which brings a number of changes to the Drive (car navigation) functionality of the application. The new feature is the ab

utility to use live traffic information to automatically re-route you around traffic delays. New look and feel to the user interface ( have added "Just drive" mode), This version has can set a contact as a destination and an easier to use settings menu. The new beta also marks the brand switch from the Ovi Maps back to Nokia Maps.
Nokia Maps 3.08 beta is available for all Symbian 3 devices: Nokia N8, Nokia C7, Nokia C6-01, Nokia X7, Nokia E6 and Nok

ia E7.

Faster Nokia Maps - And GPS Fix with assisted GPS is fast under 30 seconds.
(source of image All About Symbian)

Camera - X7 Camera Shots
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gletham/sets/72157627044792323/
by Glenn Letham


http://www.flickr.com/photos/roland/with/5920752728/
and Roland Tanglao

Plastic is dead bring on the stainless steel

Nice design, the age old plastic phones is gone a makes the smartphone sporting and good to hold. The stainless steel of the Nokia X7 adds sturdiness without compromising on weight. Expect a rugged life.

Follow updates throughout the weekend via twitter - #NokiaUnfenced

Big thanks to womworld/1000heads for their organising and hospitality so far. Post will be updated through the weekend.

Map of the Ranch with Photos..

http://intersect.com/stories/1MdNd06F11Bw

Google Mobile Maps on Windows Mobile Devices

New! Just launched:
New! Windows Mobile users:
Download the CAB and ActiveSync

Google Maps on your Windows Mobile Device
Contacts integration and GPS functionality make this version of Google Maps, available for Windows Mobile 2003 and higher.

Get GPS-Enabled Google Maps on your Helio Drift
GPS functionality helps you find yourself use the blue dot (your location) on the map.

Google Maps on your Treo
Now you can download Google Maps on your Palm OS 5 device.
Download the PRC, or visit www.google.com/gmm on your mobile web browser.


What's been keeping Google busy?

Ever since the Google Maps Mobile launched, they have been working hard to make it better. Here are a few of the features they have added:

• Real-time traffic conditions
  See where the congestion is, and estimate delays in over 30 major metropolitan areas.


• Favorite places and routes
  Save time by keeping a list of residential or business locations, and driving routes.


• Google Maps in six more countries
  Now you can also use Google Maps in Canada, France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain.


• Insta-KB-o-meter
  Monitor data consumption in real-time — top right portion of your phone screen while using Google Maps.


• Enhanced business info
  After selecting a particular business, select the "Details" tab for hours of operation, hotel amenities, and more.


• BlackBerry support
  Just visit www.google.com/gmm on your BlackBerry's web browser to download the application.

Official Blog

amAze - Free GPS Navigation Software for Your Mobile Phone

amAze - Free GPS Navigation Software for Your Mobile Phone

"amAze is a first of its kind mobile local search and navigation application, and it's totally free!"

Features and features coming soon:

• Visual and voice guidance to any destination
• Search or define any location by its address
• Search and navigate to businesses listed in yellow pages directories (where available)
• Present any required location on the map
• View and use dynamic high quality maps at various scales
• View aerial photos and satellite images(soon!)
• View topographic maps(soon!)
• View real-time traffic conditions on the map(where available)
• Calculate the fastest way between two locations
• Save and manage personal favourites list

Map Coverage

Supported Phones and Bluetooth GPS (required)

Quick Guide (PDF)

amAze was created by LocatioNet Systems Ltd.

*Note: Integrated GPS phones are not yet supported
Mapperz would like to see this supported very soon for the Nokia N95 which is to be released 7th March 2007 in the UK

GPS Phone

Finally a GPS phone worth investing into. Global coverage. Over 100 countries mapped. MP3 player, Wifi and even makes phone calls, shame it doesn't make the tea.


geek speak
uses the SiRF Star III GPS chipset, so will work inside.