Espoo, Finland and Nairobi, Kenya – Nokia today announced the launch of the Nokia 101 and Nokia 100 phones, its most affordable phones to date, continuing its commitment to connecting the next billion consumers with mobile devices that offer modern, attractive designs, a range of practical and fun features, and services that extend the value of the phone with access to information and entertainment.
The Nokia 101 is Nokia’s fifth dual SIM device in the last three months and is the most affordable to date. The dual SIM functionality enables users to connect to two different networks to receive calls and messages.
The Nokia SIM manager allows users to select which SIM card to use to make a call or send a text message helping them manage costs and maintain network coverage without needing several phones. In addition, the SIM manager allows users to store the settings of up to five SIM cards on the phone, and to personalize them by assigning names and logos for each SIM setting.
In addition to an FM radio, the Nokia 101 features an integrated MP3 player and a 103 phon loudspeaker, and provides support for up to 16 GB microSD memory cards, allowing users to carry their entire music collection with them.
The Nokia 100 is perfect for people looking for durability and simplicity as well as affordability when making calls and sending text messages. The Nokia 100 is Nokia’s most affordable color display phone, and people can enjoy its new attractive grid-based menu system with fun and easy-to-read icons. Furthermore, the Nokia 100 features an FM radio, enabling users to tune into their favorite music stations, whether on-the-go or at home.
Both the Nokia 101 and Nokia 100 offer Nokia Life Tools (selected markets) and Nokia Money (in India), providing instant access to locally-relevant information on healthcare, education, agriculture and entertainment.
“We recognize that for many of the next billion people, a phone purchase is an investment. People are looking for a phone that offers great features but also one that is dependable,” said Mary McDowell, Executive Vice President, Mobile Phones, Nokia. “When paired with powerful and locally relevant services such as Nokia Life Tools, the Nokia 101 and Nokia 100 offer a unique experience that is simply unmatched in their markets at these price points.”
Pricing and Availability
The Nokia 101 will be available in the third quarter of 2011 for about 25 euros (USD 35) and comes in Phantom Black and Coral Red.
The Nokia 100 will be available in the fourth quarter of 2011 for about 20 euros (USD 30) and comes in a range of vibrant colors including Legion Blue, Festival Pink, Ocean Blue, Phantom Black and Coral Red.
About Nokia Nokia is committed to connecting people to what matters to them by combining advanced mobile technology with personalized services. More than 1.3 billion people connect to one another with a Nokia, from our most affordable voice-optimized mobile phones to advanced Internet-connected smartphones sold in virtually every market in the world. Through Ovi (www.ovi.com), people also enjoy access to maps and navigation on mobile, a rapidly expanding applications store, a growing catalog of digital music, free email and more. Nokia’s NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive digital mapping and navigation services, and Nokia Siemens Networks is one of the leading providers of telecommunications infrastructure hardware, software and professional services globally.
Nokia lança mais um dual-chip para mercados emergentes
Até agora eu achava que a Nokia só estava mesmo limpando o estoque de celulares Symbian a torto e direito. Mas a empresa está mesmo é atirando para todos os lados com tudo o que pode, tática que deve dar certo ao menos na área de aparelhos para os mercados emergentes. E é com esses mercados na mira que a Nokia anunciou hoje o Nokia 100 e 101, ambos rodando o sistema Series 30.
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A única diferença entre os dois modelos é que o 101 é o único que tem suporte a dois cartões SIM, cartões microSD (com capacidade de até 16 GB apenas) e vem com um player de arquivos mp3 integrado, além de um ótimo alto-falante (para desespero de que não curte ouvir a música dos outros em transporte público).
De resto, eles são a mesma coisa, desde o design até as especificações técnicas. Elas são: tela de TFT de 1,8 polegada, rádio FM e até uma lanterna. A bateria dos dois é de 800 mAh, mas no 101 ela dura até 6,7 horas de conversa enquanto que no 100 são esperadas 7,2 horas de conversação.
A Nokia não disse se eles vão chegar no Brasil no futuro, mas visto o interesse da empresa em vender aparelhos dual-chip no país, vou chutar que a probabilidade é bem alta. O Nokia 100 será vendido por 20 euros e o Nokia 101 por 25 euros e eles estarão disponíveis, respectivamente, ainda nesse trimestre e até o final do ano na Europa.
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