Nokia 1680 classic

Thursday, April 3rd 2008 - 12:45 CEST - Comments: 0

A t the Growing Together 2008 conference held in Johannesburg, South Africa, Nokia revealed new products that accelerate the company's leadership in emerging markets, among them is the Nokia 1680 classic. Also a local mobile email solution exclusively for people in South Africa was introduced. The Nokia 1680 classic cell phone brings a balance of features, design and affordability to meet every lifestyle and budget. The new Nokia 1680 classic mobile phone is expected to begin shipping by the third quarter, with an expected price range from EUR 50, before applicable taxes or subsidies.

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Nokia cell phones for the emerging markets

With the industry's largest portfolio of mobile phones and support for more than 80 languages, more than one billion people worldwide currently use a Nokia device. In recent years, the majority of first-time buyers have come from the emerging markets. However, a significant shift is underway - while the first-time buyer market continues to grow, the number of replacement buyers- consumers seeking to replace their current mobile phone with a newer, more advanced model - has also grown substantially in emerging markets. In 2008, Nokia anticipates that for the first time, the number of replacement purchases in emerging markets will exceed those of first-time buyers.

 

 

Nokia affordable camera phone for Africa

"People in emerging markets like Africa are increasingly demanding more from their mobile phone - their expectations and demands in terms of functionality and design are similar to people in any other part of the world - they simply have less income at their disposal," says Alex Lambeek, Vice President, Entry, who oversees Nokia's efforts in emerging markets. "From the introduction of Nokia's most affordable megapixel cameraphone, to a localized email solution in South Africa, we believe today's announcements demonstrate Nokia's firm commitment to bringing products and services that serve the varied needs and tastes of people in emerging markets."

 

 

Nokia 1680 classic - VGA digital camera

Nokia's most affordable cameraphone to date, the Nokia 1680 classic offers essential mobile phone functionality with the added benefits of a basic digital camera. The phone with VGA camera and video recording features one-touch access for photos and videos. For families or small businesses, the Nokia 1680 classic also offers phone sharing functionality and easy access to email. The Nokia 1680 classic is expected to begin shipping in the second quarter of 2008 with an estimated retail price of EUR 50 before subsidies and taxes.

 

 

Mobile Email for South Africa

With the demand for mobile email on the rise, Nokia and Webmail International (PTY) Ltd introduced Webmobile, a locally hosted mobile email solution exclusively for South Africa. The solution, configured for the new Nokia devices, will be available in the second quarter of 2008.

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