For all lovers of Digital Convergence Devices (DCD), Nokia has finally released to the market the much expected Nokia N91. It was initially scheduled to be released before the ending of year 2005. The Nokia N91 is a smartphone with a 4GB microdrive, which runs on Simian OS V9.1.

The Nokia N91 smartphone, which is primarily designed as a music phone, is a device which will be loved by many music lovers all over the world, and yet criticised by many others as well. Apart from the 4GB microdrive, the tri-band Nokia N91 has UMTS support and 2MP camera.

The Nokia N91 has the following specifications:

Pros of Nokia N91
- Massive storage space for music and photos
- A totally digital convergence device in music, camera, communications, etc.
- Connection jack for external speaker or conventional headphones.

Cons of Nokia N91
- Price tag too high; it will eventually fall later
- Too bulky; can be smaller in size
- Music sounds through the speaker is not good enough
- No card slot; 4GB microdrive may not be so significant in another 2 years.

Comments
The Nokia N91 has more than enough features to match any phone in the market. It is the complete mobile communication and multimedia device. Though the price is high, the Nokia N91 is not a toy for schoolboys. It is a complete mobile solution for even the most demanding of users. If you are looking forward to own this powerful device, then wait a little while for the price to come down. You may not have too long to wait.

Nokia N91 Music Phone

The latest addition to the Sony Ericsson Walkman series is the Sony Ericsson W700, which has a close resemblance to the popular SE W800 model. The main difference between the new SE W700 and the SE W800 is the smaller memory card that comes with the W700. The W700 comes in with a 256MB card as against the 512MB of the W800. The SE W700 has 2MP camera, but unlike the W800, has no auto focus.

The Sony Ericsson W700, which is the 8th addition to the Walkman series, has the following specifications:

The W700 comes supplied with high quality headset that plugs into a standard connector, so you can connect a favourite headset of your own if you wish. There are also a full range of plug-in music accessories from small portable speakers to car systems available.

Music management couldn’t be simpler. All the software and cables you need to rip CDs to your PC and transfer them to the phone are included in the box.

Comments
The W800 and the W700 is basically the same phone, the difference only being in the design, change of name and size of memory card that comes with the phone.

The 256MB memory card included in the phone is just too small and will become useless to the owner as music lovers need more space on their phones.

The orange or white colours of the Sony Ericsson Walkmans sometimes are turn-offs for many guys. A solid black colour like the SE W810 will be more appealing to men.

Sony Ericsson W700 Walkman

Nokia released into the market last week three entry-level mobile phones. The phones are Nokia 2610, Nokia 2310 and Nokia 1112. These phones are targeted specifically at the lower end of the market. All fans of the older models of Nokia phones can now upgrade their phones to the newer and more versatile models.

Nokia 2610
The Nokia 2610 succeeds the Nokia 2600. It is smaller and lighter than the 2610. The Nokia 2610 is targeted at the business-minded individuals. In addition, it has the following specifications:

• Weight: 91g
  
• Dimension: 104 x 43 x 18
  
• Display Type: 65k Colours
  
• Display Size: 128 x 128 pixels
  
• 3MB shared memory
  
• Supports Nokia Xpress Audio Messaging feature
  
• Polyphonic, MP3 Ringtones
  
• SMS/MMS/IM Messaging
  
• Voice Recorder
  
• Wap 2.0/xHTML Browser
  
• Email support
  
• Integrated Handsfree Speaker
  
• Basic Finance Manager
  
• Built-in English-Chinese Dictionary
  
• Talk time of 3 hours and Standby time of 12 days
  

Nokia 2610 Handset

Nokia 2310
The Nokia 2310 succeeds the Nokia 2300. It is targeted at those with a mind for fashion and music. The Nokia 2310 has the following specifications.

• Weight: 85g
  
• Dimension: 105.4 x 43.9 x 19.05
  
• Display Type: 65k Colours
  
• Display Size: 96 x 98 pixels
  
• 4MB shared memory
  
• FM Stereo with sound visualization
  
• Polyphonic & Mp3 ringtones
  
• SMS Editor, Speed Dial for SMS and SMS Distribution List
  
• Nokia Prepaid Tracker for checking account balance
  
• Talk time of 6 hours and Standby time of 16 days
  

Nokia 2310 Handset

Nokia 1112
The Nokia 1110 succeeds the Nokia 1110. It was designed for ease of use, and with the first-time mobile phone users in mind. Among other things, the Nokia 1112 has the following specifications:

• Weight: 80g
  
• Dimension: 104 x 44 x 17
  
• Display Type: Monochrome
  
• Display Size: 96 x 98 pixels
  
• 4MB shared memory
  
• Speaking Clock & Alarm in a range of local languages
  
• Demo On-Screen Visual Guide of primary phone functions
  
• Talk time of 5 hours and Standby time of 15 days
  

Nokia 1112 Handset

The Nokia 2610 and Nokia 1112 are expected to be commercially available from the second quarter of 2006.