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- Awesome See-Through 3D Printed Dt-900 Wireless Charging Pad
- Video: Pure Adrenaline Car Stunts Filmed on Nokia Lumia (Nokia Itality)
- Touchdown: EOS Teaser – #TeamYellow Zooms in to New York!
- MNB RG: Nokia EOS/Lumia 1020 Promo video from a Nokia N9 Fan
- Nokia Announces Upgrade Pricing from HERE Drive to Drive + (€15.49 for Nokia Devices)
- Rumor: Lumia 1020 Set to Launch on EE UK August 16-21
- Windows Phone poised to overtake iOS in Russia (+ Nokia Lumia 925 vs iPhone 5 video comparison)
- Dear @Nokia: Please make sure you explain coherently on Thursday why having 41MP is awesome #Rant #KeyNote101
- Pocketnow: Nokia Lumia 920, “takes the best pictures I’ve seen from a smartphone”
| Awesome See-Through 3D Printed Dt-900 Wireless Charging Pad Posted: 09 Jul 2013 01:58 PM PDT
Nokia strongly embraced the creative spirit of 3D printing with the amazing 3D printed shells for the Lumia 820; well it seems the rest of the community has gotten in on the 3D big as seen from the latest creative piece seen above. A redditor shared some images of how custom made Nokia charging shell with some see through plastic to show off the wicked coils inside. pretty awesome huh?
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| Video: Pure Adrenaline Car Stunts Filmed on Nokia Lumia (Nokia Itality) Posted: 09 Jul 2013 08:47 AM PDT
Nokia Italy have shot this Adrenaline Pumping video filmed on a Nokia Lumia. Every time my friends see videos played back from the Nokia Lumia 920 on my TV, they’re like “Oh I really want that phone, the camera is soo good” often not believing it was recorded on the phone. Hopefully more of the same when the EOS is announced (and if the 808 is anything to go by, the videos will look crazy awesome).
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| Touchdown: EOS Teaser – #TeamYellow Zooms in to New York! Posted: 09 Jul 2013 08:34 AM PDT
The Nokia Team have arrived in New York City in preparation for Thursday. They’ve posted a picture of these yellow ballons in flight. I wonder what the full sized picture looks like and how far away they actually are
It bears the name WP_20130617, taken June 17th. But EXIF data has been removed. Cheers Muerte for the tip! |
| MNB RG: Nokia EOS/Lumia 1020 Promo video from a Nokia N9 Fan Posted: 09 Jul 2013 06:24 AM PDT
It hasn’t even been announced yet and we’re already getting fan made promos about the Nokia EOS. This was made by Omar, a Nokia N9
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| Nokia Announces Upgrade Pricing from HERE Drive to Drive + (€15.49 for Nokia Devices) Posted: 09 Jul 2013 06:10 AM PDT
Previously we heard about a paid upgrade program for WP8 devices to make the switch from the regionally restricted Here Drive, to the free global coverage of Here Drive+. The global version comes pre-installed on all devices short of the Lumia 720 and the 520/521. To upgrade to the full version will cost you €15.49 (same price for non-Nokia WP8 devices in select countries); on the other hand some non-nokia users will have to pay to download the app (€1.99) and pay an additional €34.99 to download the global licences. You can read more about the differences and reasoning in our Q&A with the mapping team below: http://mynokiablog.com/2013/03/11/here-drive-here-drive-differences-explained/
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| Rumor: Lumia 1020 Set to Launch on EE UK August 16-21 Posted: 09 Jul 2013 05:49 AM PDT
According to the latest rumors courtesy of UKMobileReview, the Lumia EOS/1020 (or whatever we’re calling it now) is set to land in UK EE stores sometime between August 16th and the 21st. That sounds completely reasonable in terms of Nokia’s product launch cycle, although it doesn’t give much time for At&t exclusivity (if any at all). On the other hand Nokia do have to ramp up the EOS’s shipping cycle if they plan on holding another event late september-ish (Nokia World?) and announce the long awaited phablet. |
| Windows Phone poised to overtake iOS in Russia (+ Nokia Lumia 925 vs iPhone 5 video comparison) Posted: 09 Jul 2013 05:49 AM PDT
Reports by Bloomberg indicate that Windows Phone is about to take over iOS in Russia. In the first quarter, WP had 8.2% share of sales (from 5.3% the previous year) whilst iOS had 8.3 (down from 9% previous year). The trend of WP growth is set to continue as the largest operator in Russia is backing Windows Phone. CEO of MTSS says it’s not beneficial for them to subsidise iPhones. Sales of iPhones would have brought them into a negative margin. But sales on MTSS are said to be twice as high as those from other operators due to MTSS’s influence. Via: wmpu Cheers Prashant and Viipottaja for the tip! Whilst we’re here, let me shoe horn this Nokia Lumia 925 vs iPhone 5 comparison.
Cheers again Prashant. |
| Posted: 09 Jul 2013 05:03 AM PDT
Last night I came across some comments on Engadget which caught my attention. On the subject of the upcoming Nokia EOS/Lumia 1020 or whatever it is to be called, one commenter questioned why there should be 41MP in this camera. Now, this is Engadget. It’s not the Guardian or the BBC or another broad news source, it’s a side about gadgets. How can we expect the general public to know what the 41MP is all about when there maybe some in the tech blogosphere that don’t understand it? This instantly reminded me of a few of the articles that came in the wake of the Nokia 808 PureView announcement. Do you remember how Gizmodo originally said it was a gimmick only to eat their words after trying the 808 in person to experience the phenomenal camera? The point is, apart from those who read the massive white paper explaining PureView V1, or watched Damian fight off misconception on video, it would be understandable why anyone would come to the false conclusion where knowing a little but not knowing enough results in “It’s not all about the MP/It’s a gimmick” Remember how the BBC doubted what it was for? This is why I am so passionate about Nokia marketing and in this instance, about getting the right delivery for keynotes. The keynote is prime opportunity when for perhaps an hour, you hold the attention of the media. You get to say what you like, uninterrupted to deliver a message about your product. You, Nokia, get to explain why you’re awesome and initiate that trust so the viewers pay attention. You, Nokia, then get a unique opportunity to showcase your product with clear, coherent phrases that the media can regurgitate verbatim.
Confusion, and lack of clarity and lack of trust means those in the media reporting about your keynote question and doubt what you say. If you don’t get them on board when they’re dedicating this time to listen to you, how will you capture the attention of the short-attention-spanned masses? Incidentally I thought I’d share part of a draft I wrote last year after seeing the dire presentation for the 920. It basically just reiterates what is mentioned above. I never did get to finish it, but perhaps you guys can chip in. It’s a bit too late now for Thursday but let’s hope that Nokia has heard our previous whinges about their shoddy keynotes. ________________________________
Before that, I’ll make a quick sidestep on related posts to see where I’m coming from with this potentially massive ramble. Past related posts: We’ve touched on this subject a few times, most recently in a rant where I said I would revisit this if I had time. Rants are cathartic and nice and all, but I want to be produce some positive/creative criticism so that Nokia can learn have some clear suggestions on what to do based on the feedback. This next one: The link above is not so much for Nokia to learn how to Samsung (aka be like Apple). No, it’s actually about learning how to effectively deliver a message. 1) Why is it important to execute a slick and effective keynote and presentation?A Nokia presentations at major Nokia events is a unique time where the world has their eyes solely on Nokia. From the fans who have waited months and take time off to sit through the keynote to the press and media from around the world who have flown in to report on what you say, Nokia is already in a position of advantage where people are paying attention to what you’re going to tell them. Some aren’t so lucky. Some don’t have that much clout. So let’s not squander this opportunity. The keynote is the time where Nokia sets the first impression. This is under your control. It is not the review of a blogger. You can formulate the perception and the words that will be repeated verbatim by the news in the days/weeks/months ahead. If you control your keynote, you control how the masses will see your product. What’s this message that I’m saying must be delivered effectively? The message is to convey is the blood, sweat and tears of all those in the Nokia and related teams who have been working endlessly on getting this product where it is. This is one of the final hurdles; making a connection with the audience on exactly what makes your product awesome. Making a connection is a few steps up from communicating. Communicate might mean simply passing on information. The bond is not strong enough. We could be merely shouting on a microphone but no one pays attention. We have to connect with the people. Making a connection means both parties are on the same wavelength, on the same understanding and appreciation for what it is you’ve been working on. _______ And that’s as far as I had gotten before uni/hospital duties took over and this draft got swept behind. Why do we bother with these rants? Because Nokia still has so much incredible potential, so much innovation going on and Nokia deserve to have these offorts recognised. But they’re failing to get this message across to their potential customers. We won’t get into the topic of the actual product themselves as we know there’s certain things that need to be addressed there, but for the most of it, Nokia is making some fantastic products that when it finally gets into the hands of consumers, they really do love it. But how do you get it in their hands in the first place? You communicate efficiently. Slowly I’m feeling a little bit more hopeful that Nokia are understanding how to get a message across. Recently we saw adverts about Zeiss and Nokia Build quality that really did get the message across. No artsy fartsy imagery, no whimsical music and busy clips where you don’t know what’s happening.
In my medical degree we are encouraged to write portfolio pieces of reflection to assess our own performances and improve on it. It allows us to stem any issues that might otherwise be missed and continually repeated.
There must be people at Nokia doing this right? Seeing if the adverts they’re putting out are actually effective? Summary: Thursday, 11th July 2013. This has to be the BEST keynote Nokia has ever done.
http://mynokiablog.com/2012/05/09/video-nokia-808-pureview-see-the-unseen-hands-on-crazy-zooming-again/
I’m sure I’m missing out a few stuff. I should get packing for tomorrow. |
| Pocketnow: Nokia Lumia 920, “takes the best pictures I’ve seen from a smartphone” Posted: 09 Jul 2013 12:51 AM PDT
Michael Fisher of Pocketnow has published an article where he tells us why the Nokia Lumia 920 camera, after 8 months, is still his favourite vacation companion. He says it takes the best pictures he’s seen from a smartphone. He loves that the 920 takes great photos with such consistency and reliability that he knew he would come away with a nice photo. And this renews his hope for what the next camera beast from Nokia will achieve.
Source: Pocketnow Cheers @Nabkawe5 for the tip! |
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