CGC introduces state-of-the-art Nokia N96 in Qatar

With a large 2.8 inch screen, 16 gigabytes of internal memory, 5 megapixel camera and support for high-quality videos in a wide range of formats, the dual-slide Nokia N96 represents an exciting new chapter in mobile media.

Anil Mahajan, Head of Business Development, CGC, unveiled the most coveted Nokia N96 in Doha. He said:

"Nokia N96 is a sleek, smart and powerful device that delivers an outstanding entertainment experience. Built on the success of N95, Nokia N96 is a multimedia computer phone truly optimized for video and TV, thus all set to further enhance its users' experience and changing their lifestyle. As the Internet, video and TV are becoming even more prevalent in people's lives, Nokia N96, with its various unique functionalities, is sure to change the way people use their mobile device. With its large, bright screen, and a range of high-speed connectivity options and the enhanced Nokia Video Center, the new Nokia N96 is an all-in-one personal window to entertainment."

Through Nokia N96, accessing internet videos is quick and simple.

Nokia N96 supports common video formats including MPEG-4, Windows Media Video and Flash Video, making favorite videos easy to view.

Support for popular video download services means that Nokia N96 users can easily explore, purchase and download their favorite movies, television shows and other video content on their PCs and sideload them to their devices to watch at their convenience.

Transferring and accessing videos are even faster with the high-speed USB 2.0 connection and WLAN and HSDPA support.

The massive 16 GB memory can store up to 40 hours of video content.

The storage capacity of the Nokia N96 can even be further expanded with an optional microSD card, such as the new Nokia 8GB microSDHC Card MU-43 which increases the available memory of the Nokia N96 to a total of 24 GB.

For added convenience, Nokia N96 features a 'kick stand' on the back cover that allows for hands-free viewing.

The Nokia Video Center offers one place to discover and access a variety of mobile content ranging from movie trailers and comedy to news from world-leading content brands such as YouTube, Reuters, and Sony Pictures.

The catalogue of internet video feeds is continually expanded with more regional and country specific content.

For a superb music experience, Nokia N96 features media keys, a 3.5 mm headphone connector and built-in 3D stereo speakers.

The Nokia Maps application offers richer maps with urban details and satellite views and has upgrade options such as City Guides, turn-by-turn pedestrian mode and voice-guided car navigation.

Nokia N96's 5 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, flash and video light, allows DVD-like quality video capture at 30 frames per second.

Further, with the integrated A-GPS, users can now 'geotag' their pictures with location data and share them with their online communities. Nokia N96 naturally supports the Ovi family of Nokia internet services, including maps, music, media sharing and more.