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Nokia announced today that SNAP Mobile, its connected mobile Java gaming platform, has expanded games distribution channels in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and Taiwan. Through further cooperation with SINA Corporation, a leading online media company, Chinese consumers can access more connected games on Nokia devices and download them through local online storefronts. In Taiwan, people can experience a new connected games service through gaming portals run by Taiwanese service provider PocketNet Technology Inc. as well as through Chunghwa Telecom (CHT), the country’s largest mobile operator.

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Nokia today introduced two new music-enabled devices as additions to its XpressMusic range. The new Nokia 5320 XpressMusic and Nokia 5220 XpressMusic offer a range of affordable music and entertainment experiences with the most fresh, stylish designs on the market. Both music devices are expected to begin shipping in the third quarter of 2008, with an expected retail price range of 160 to 220 EUR, before taxes and subsidies.

“Our XpressMusic range of devices continues to deliver the combination of superior music experiences and fresh, innovative designs,” said Jo Harlow, Vice President, LIVE category, Nokia. “Today’s additions to the XpressMusic range up the ante with new ways for consumers to access their media as well as interact and share content with friends and communities anytime, anywhere.”

Nokia 5320 XpressMusic - Dynamic design, 3G social entertainment package

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Nokia announced that SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT has officially joined Nokia Comes With Music, a revolutionary way for people to discover and enjoy music with their Nokia device.

People who buy a Nokia Comes With Music device will have a year of access to the SONY BMG rich catalog of music. Consumers will be able to download tracks to both their mobile device and computer through the Nokia Music Store during the first twelve months that they own their Nokia device.

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NFC-enabled handset offers new and easy ways to access and share content

Nokia today introduced the Nokia 6212 classic featuring integrated Near Field Communication (NFC). The 3G handset allows consumers to conveniently share content, access services and information as well as conduct payments and ticketing with one tap of the device. The Nokia 6212 classic is expected to start shipping in the third quarter of 2008 in select markets in Europe and Asia with an estimated retail price of EUR 200 before taxes and subsidies.

“NFC-capable handsets such as the Nokia 6212 classic are set to change the way mobile phone users interact with devices and services in their surroundings,” says Jeremy Belostock, the Head of Near Field Communications, Nokia. “With the Nokia 6212 classic, people can swap items like business cards or calendar notes by simply tapping their handsets together. With ever-increasing device functions and services available, ease-of-use is essential. One way to keep things simple is NFC.”

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Motorola’s first mobile WiMAX trial in Thailand marks a new milestone

Motorola today announced that the company has achieved the first successful mobile WiMAX trial in Thailand, teaming up with United Information Highway Company Limited (UIH). The trial, demonstrating new wireless broadband experiences for users, marks the first among a series of Motorola’s mobile WiMAX engagements in Thailand and yet another milestone in the company’s global WiMAX development.

UIH acquired a WiMAX trial licence last year from the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), and conducted trials in Bangkok and Phuket to assess WiMAX traffic channeling capabilities in the respective areas. Through these trials, UIH experienced the full mobility performance of Motorola’s mobile WiMAX solutions.

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The Wi-Fi Alliance will hold a Regional Symposium in Chennai, India to present a Wi-Fi market update, discuss key initiatives, and review the industry’s only Wi-Fi certification programs. Professionals from Wi-Fi Alliance member companies and others involved in the Wi-Fi industry will come together for this day-long symposium and networking opportunity.

WHEN:
Monday, March 17 2008
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

WHERE:
Taj Coromandel Hotel
37 Mahatma Gandhi Road
Nungambakkam, Chennai

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Vodafone and Research In Motion and (RIM) announced the launch of the BlackBerry wireless solution in the Czech Republic. The BlackBerry solution allows customers to gain easy mobile access to email (including attachment viewing), phone, organizer, web, multimedia and a wide variety of business and lifestyle applications. At launch Vodafone OneNet business customers will have a choice between the BlackBerry Pearl 8100 and BlackBerry Curve 8310 smartphones.

“The BlackBerry solution enables organizations to increase efficiency in their enterprises, helping workers manage their email, contacts, meetings and other applications as if they were in their offices,” says Pavel Kusý, Marketing Director for Business Customers, Vodafone Czech Republic, adding, “The BlackBerry solution provides our business customers with exactly what they need – the ability to communicate with business partners and access company information while on the road.”

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Sprint and LG Electronics announce the availability of Rumor by LG in green.

As Sprint’s official wireless phone of St. Patrick’s Day, Rumor by LG helps customers celebrate the holiday with the ability to:

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Acer announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire E-TEN, the world-renowned designer and manufacturer of smart handheld devices.

Under the terms of the agreement, Acer Inc. will offer a share exchange with ratio of 1: 1.07 for all the outstanding shares of E-TEN, which represents total equity value consideration of approximately NT$9 billion. The new issued shares will represent approximately 6% of total Acer outstanding shares.

The acquisition has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both E-TEN and Acer and is subject to standard closing conditions, including obtaining approval from Shareholders Meetings and the Governmental Regulators.

We expect the acquisition to close during Q3 2008.

Mobility is in constant evolution. To stay ahead of the changes, the technology and applications must adapt to the true needs of business and consumer users alike.

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