Nokia launches innovative design concept for mobile managers

Its innovative design means that mobile professionals can take advantage of its easy-to-use full keyboard for personal information management and messaging or otherwise inputting text. The Nokia 6800 phone also comes with a high-quality color display, SyncML support, email support, a stereo FM radio, JavaTM technology and can send and receive multimedia messages (MMS). Operating on GSM/GPRS 900/1800 networks, shipments of the Nokia 6800 phone are expected to begin in first quarter 2003 in the Middle East.

With the Nokia 6800 phone, mobile professionals can manage their messages and email while on the move. Users can write messages with the cover closed or open the cover to reveal a full keyboard for easy messaging. The display image also seamlessly changes its orientation to match the horizontal layout of the keyboard. For example, users can start writing a message with the cover closed and continue after opening the cover.

"The Nokia 6800 is an exciting addition to our portfolio of business-class mobiles," said Eddie Maalouf, marketing manager for Nokia Middle East. "This is the first mobile phone to fully cater for people who need to make important notes on the move or use SMS or email from their mobiles in a convenient fashion. It should prove popular with high-flying executives across the Middle East. We're looking forward to its introduction early next year."

A powerful set of technology features helps Nokia 6800 phone users manage their work and personal lives with maximum convenience. JavaTM technology allows users to download personalised applications either using the WAP 1.2.1 browser or from a PC via the Nokia PC Suite. The Nokia 6800 phone also has a mobile email client (supporting POP3, IMAP4 and SMTP) that lets users manage their email quickly over HSCSD and GPRS networks. The notes application allows users to type notes of up to 3000 characters.

"The unique design of the Nokia 6800 phone enables mobile professionals to be as efficient as possible while away from the office. In today's world, messaging is a cornerstone of business life and the Nokia 6800 phone allows people to message efficiently without any compromise in the features they have come to expect from Nokia mobile phones. The full keyboard and excellent color display are ideal when users are creating text messages, multimedia messages or email," said Erik Anderson, Senior Vice President, Nokia Mobile Phones. "Other technology features, such as Java and SyncML, mean that users of the Nokia 6800 phone can have more personalised content, Java games and synchronisation capabilities, making it a versatile phone for both work and leisure."

The Nokia 6800 phone, via its Pop-PortTM connector, supports the Nokia Camera Headset, which enables users to take digital images to send as MMS messages to other compatible MMS-enabled phones.* The Nokia 6800 phone also supports car kit installation with a mobile holder.

SyncML compatibility allows users of the Nokia 6800 phone to synchronise personal data remotely over the network. With SyncML, personal data such as calendars and contact information can be consistent, accessible and up-to-date. The Nokia 6800 phone also incorporates a mobile wallet application, which allows users to make convenient and reliable online transactions via WAP. The security module, Wireless Identity Module (WIM), enables users to digitally sign their transactions, and includes Wireless Public Key Infrastructure (WPKI) support.

Polyphonic ringtones and an integrated stereo FM radio offer a high-quality sound experience, together with an integrated handsfree speaker that makes it possible to conduct a conference call or listen to the radio.** When speaking on the phone, users can activate the integrated handsfree speaker by opening the cover and continuing to talk while accessing calendar information or sending a message.

The Nokia 6800 phone weighs 122 g and has a talk time of up to 3 to 7 hours and a standby time of up to 7 to 15 days.