Nokia E90 First Smartphone with BlackBerry Connect 4.0

Nokia E90 First Smartphone with BlackBerry Connect 4.0


Nokia E90 First Smartphone with BlackBerry Connect 4.0
By James Alan Miller
March 27, 2007


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During the Smartphone Summit yesterday, a day-long fiesta of seminars devoted to all things smartphones just ahead of the CTIA Wireless show in Orlando, Vincent Washington, a Business Development Manager at Research In Motion (RIM) revealed Nokia's upcoming E90 Communicator will be the first device to support BlackBerry Connect 4.0, a major upgrade over the current version.
The BlackBerry Connect program enables the mob-e-mail leader's push e-mail and data access solutions to work with non-Blackberry devices. BlackBerry Connect 4.0 adds the ability to generate an encryption key wirelessly, wireless activation of a device in the enterprise, AES in addition to Triple Data Encryption Standard (DES), Dutch and Brazilian Portuguese language support, and the ablity to erase and disable a BlackBerry-enabled device

So for corporate customers BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) software tightly integrates with Microsoft Exchange, IBM Lotus Domino and existing enterprise systems to enable secure access to e-mail and other corporate data. This includes the automatic synchronization of messages to the E90's inbox, calendar syncing, attachment viewing, Triple DES encryption, Remote Address Lookup of corporate directory, and centralized device management, with support for IT policies such as over-the-air device disablement and password device lock.

And, as with individuals and small businesses with BlackBerry handhelds, BlackBerry Connect will enable E90 users to access ISP e-mail accounts through the hosted BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS).

More on the E90
Nokia resurrects its long-running communicator line with the E90, which is now a part of the business-centric Eseries.

While the E90 is a Symbian smartphone like past communicators, Nokia ditches the S80 interface for the far more popular S60 platform with this device. This means, among other things, a far larger swath of third-party software will be available to E90 owners than the 9500, for example.

The E90 measures 5.2 x 2.2 x 0.8 inches (132 x 57 x 20 millimeters) and weighs 7.4 ounces (210 grams).

As a quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900) device, the E90 will pretty much get you a signal almost anywhere in the world. There's also GPRS, 2.5G EDGE, 3G UMTS and 3.5G HSPDA data networking supported. Additional wireless technologies include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth with stereo headset support, GPS and even an FM radio.

There's a full keypad along with a 240 x 320 pixel resolution display that you can run software from on the outside - so you can use nearly all the E90's functions with the smartphone closed (unlike previous Nokia communicators), and a full QWERTY thumb-keyboard with a large 800 x 352 pixel resolution screen that supports 16 million colors inside.



The E90 has two cameras, a 3.2 megapixel one with autofocus and flash and a second shooter for video conferencing. It features stereo speakers and a 2.5 mm connector for stereo headphones. There's a microSD slot to add additional storage on top of the device's built-in 128 MB of RAM: It ships with a 512 MB microSD card, which format that is now available up to 2 GB in size. The E90 sports a USB Mini-B connector to link to a PC at USB 2.0 speeds.

It includes a text-to-speech reader, the Quickoffice document editor/reader, many personal information management tools, the new Nokia Maps application, a MP3 and AAC audio player, an video player, and a full compliment of messaging and e-mail options.

Nokia estimates the E90 will start shipping during the second quarter of this year, and become available globally during the third. The unsubsidized retail price should be around 750 to 800 Euros, which is in the $1,000 range.



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Cingular BlackBerry Connects Nokia 9300
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Dell is taking orders for E90 delivery date late August

ask Dell.com what is the hottest phone and the reply will be the Nokia e90 that is selling in Asia for double the retail price last week, $2,000 was the price being asked and paid in store in Hong kong for the Nokia E90. if you can wait a few weeks Dell.com has the phone for $898.00 plus tax free delivery

Nokia USA e90 for sale now buy Dell USA

For $896.07 + shipping you can have what is arguably the most advanced device on the market right now. Dual screens, 320×240 on the outside 800×352 on the inside, both have 16 million colors, quadband GSM and WCDMA 2100, WiFi, 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus, GPS, full QWERTY keyboard, can you tell I’m foaming from the mouth?

Considering this thing is selling for over $1500 in some parts of the Middle East I think this is a steal! Dell working together with Nokia is probably the best thing to ever happen to all the Nokia addicts here in America. They actually provide warranty services too!
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Dell now selling unlocked high end Nokia phones ! this is great news

Dell now sells unlocked Nokia devices, not the crappy low end stuff either. A quick search yields the following:

Nokia N80: $447.78
Nokia E61i: $423.77
NokiaN95: $736.53
Nokia E61: $383.40

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Nokia E90 Communicator US Specs

Operating frequency


GSM quad-band (850/900/1800/1900)
WCDMA 2100
Size Volume: 8.54 cubic inches (104 cc)
Weight: 7.4 oz (210 g)
Dimensions: 5.20 x 2.24 x 0.79 inches (132 x 57 x 20 mm)

Display
Inner: Active matrix color display (800 x 352 pixels), 16 million true colors
Outer: Active matrix color display (240 x 320 pixels), 16 million true colors


User interface
S60 Platform 3.1 Edition
Symbian OS Version 9.2
Java™ MIDP 2.0


Communicator keyboard:
5-way rocker key, 2 soft keys beside the screen, send and end keys
Full qwerty keyboard with backlight (separate key to activate light)
Application shortcut keys, S60 application key, profile key
Shortcuts to Bluetooth, IR, help, and call volume control 22


Cover keypad:
Full telephone keypad: send and end keys, two separate soft keys, 5 way rocker
Power key (including profile), application key


Imaging
3.2 megapixel camera with flash and autofocus 19
QCIF camera for video calling 1 3 19


Email and Messaging
Supports POP3, IMAP4, and SMTP
Support for mobile email with filtering, including Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email 1
View, open, and edit email attachments with Quickoffice (documents, spreadsheets, and presentations), Zip Manager, and Adobe Acrobat Reader
Remote contact look-up
Instant messaging
Text-to-speech message reader
MMS and SMS 14


Multimedia
Video calling 1 3
FM radio
Music player (MP3, AAC)
Media player


Memory functions
Up to 128MB free memory for user data and applications †
Extendible up to 2GB with microSD memory card
Nokia recommends the use of approved microSD cards. While Nokia adheres to approved industry standards for memory cards, other brands may not function correctly or be fully compatible with this device.



Applications
Quickoffice office tools with editors
Maps application for location-based services
Nokia Office Tools 1.1 (including Active notes)
VoIP 2.1
Use the Download! client to personalize your device with add-on applications
Support for Nokia Intellisync Mobile Suite
WorldMate service, Nokia Wireless Presenter application, and Global Race – Raging Thunder game available for download via Download! client


Connectivity
Integrated WLAN
WLAN: 802.11b, 802.11g*
WLAN Security: WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, WPA-Personal
WLAN Quality of Service: WMM, U-APSD
Mini USB, USB 2.0 full-speed
Bluetooth wireless technology 2.0 22
2.5mm Nokia A/V connector with ECI
Infrared (up to 115 kbps)


Browsing
Web browser (x)HTML 12
JavaScript 1.3 and 1.5 supported
Flash Lite 2.0 supported


Data transfer
WLAN 802.11b, 802.11g*
HSDPA up to 3.6Mbit/s enabled
WCDMA 2100 MHz with simultaneous voice and packet data
GPRS/EGPRS (Class A, MSC 32)
3GPP rel 5
Dual transfer mode MSC11, SAIC rel v1


Personal information management (PIM)
Nokia Team Suite
Calendar attachment support
Meeting requests to calendar
Calendar plug-in for 3rd party email solutions
Contacts with images
Nokia Active Notes application


Device management
Support for Nokia Intellisync Device management
OMA Device Management 1.1.2
OMA Client Provisioning 1.1.2
OTI firmware update
Local connectivity with Nokia PC Suite
Remote access to IT support via Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email and OMA device management


Securityb
built-in S60 features protect local user data and restrict access to device settings
Device lock, also remote lock
Memory card lock
OMA DRM 2.0
Wireless LAN security features
SSL 3.0/TSL 1.0
Compatibility with leading third party security applications
Support for most common wireless network encryption methods


Voice features


Voice dialing
Voice commands for menu short cuts, keypad lock, and profiles
Voice recording for making notes or recording conversations 3
Internet Call release 2.1 for making VoIP (voice over IP) calls
Text-to-speech message reader
Enhanced voice commands with speaker-independent name dialing (SIND), and voice aid for eyes-free control of core functions
Integrated handsfree speaker 3
Push to talk (PoC)


Other useful features


Integrated GPS 1
Support for Nokia Intellisync file sync and device management
Stereo FM radio
Vibrating alert feature


Sales package contents


Nokia E90 Communicator
Nokia Battery BP-4L (1500 mAh)
Wired stereo headset (HS-47)
Travel Charger (AC-4)
Connectivity cable (DKE-2)
Memory card (microSD 512MB) - content may vary at country level
Quick Start guide
User manual
DVD ROM including the Nokia PC suite application


Power management



Battery BP-4L
Talk time Up to 5.8 hours GSM **
Standby time Up to 14 days GSM **
Capacity 1500 mAh


**Battery talk and standby times are estimates only and depend on network configuration, signal strength, features used, battery age and condition, charging practices, temperatures to which battery is exposed, whether use is in digital mode (or analog mode, if any), and many other factors. Please note that the amount of time a phone is used for calls will affect its standby time. Likewise, the amount of time that the phone is turned on and in standby mode will affect its talk time. For further information, please refer to the phone’s user guide.



The availability of the product and its features depends on your area and service providers, so please contact them and your Nokia dealer for further information. These specifications are subject to change without notice.
Certification Information (SAR)
Eco Declaration

WiFi Alliance Certifications pending*
Key features Business benefits Technical specifications
Legal notice


(1) To use the phone you must have service from a service provider. Many features and mobile services require network support. Some networks have limitations that affect how you can use phone features. Your service provider also may have requested that certain features not be activated in a phone. If so, they may not appear in the phone’s menu. Contact your service provider about features support and availability.

(3) Obey all applicable local laws governing recording of conversations and/or calls.

(4) Requires Nokia PC suite, available for free download at http://www.nokiausa.com/support/software/main and data cable. Data cable sold separately.

(12) Mobile Internet (Internet content/services designed for mobile devices).

(14) Only devices that offer compatible multimedia message or email features can receive and display multimedia messages. Content appearance may vary. Some images and ring tones can not be forwarded.

(19) Please notice that many jurisdictions have laws and regulations about taking pictures in public or private areas and regarding the processing and further use of such pictures. Nokia encourages its customers to obey all laws and to honor the personal right of others.

(22) Nokia E90 Communicator is designed to meet Bluetooth Specification 1.2, Generic Access, Serial Port, Dial-up Networking, Headset, Handsfree, Human Interface, Generic Object Exchange, Object Push, File Transfer, SIM Access, and Basic Imaging Profiles. To ensure compatibility with other devices with Bluetooth, check with the device manufacturer. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

† Shared Memory Some phone features such as calendar, images and ringing tones in gallery, Java™ games and applications, phone book, multimedia and text messages, to-do notes may share memory. Using such features may reduce the memory available for any features sharing memory. See your phone’s user guide for details and additional information.

Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.

§WARNING: Use only batteries, chargers and enhancements approved by Nokia for use with this particular model. The use of any other types may invalidate any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous.
The use of mobile phones and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Obey applicable law regarding usage.



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Nokia E90 support pages published launch date June 12th

Nokia E90 support pages published

Nokia has today published the support pages for the upcoming E90. Going by past experience, this means the sim-free E90 will probably become available in European shops within the next week or two (many Finnish retailers have guessed at a launch date of 12th June). The release dates for network-locked and non-European markets are less predictable.