AT&T Continues to Build 4G LTE Android Portfolio With the Addition of Three Smartphones and One Tablet From SAMSUNG

Samsung - Press Releases - September 28, 2012
AT&T Continues to Build 4G LTE Android Portfolio With the Addition of Three Smartphones and One Tablet From SAMSUNG

DALLAS, SEPT. 28, 2012 –AT&T* and Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC (Samsung Mobile)¹ announced three new 4G LTE Android™ smartphones– Galaxy Express™, Galaxy Rugby Pro™ and the Galaxy Note® II – and one new 4G LTE Android tablet, Galaxy Tab® 2 (10.1), available in the coming months.

Samsung Galaxy Express 

First-time smartphone users will find their perfect match with the Samsung Galaxy Express, a 4G LTE smartphone that combines high performance features at a great price. Galaxy Express runs Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and sports a clear and bright 4.5-inch Super AMOLED™ Plus screen. The 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and 2000 mAh battery helps users stay productive throughout the day; while the 5-megapixel rear facing camera lets you capture and share images easily through text messages, email and social networks.



Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro 

An ideal mix of brains and brawn, the Samsung Galaxy Rugby Pro gives customers with active lifestyles access to a 4G LTE smartphone that can handle whatever life throws at it. The Rugby Pro is built to military specifications (810g specifications) and is waterproof**, shock resistant and dust proof. It features a 4-inch WVGA Super AMOLED display and a 5-megapixel rear facing camera that lets you record HD video in 720p. Business customers can rest assured that in addition to being protected from every day wear and tear, Rugby Pro also comes with full device encryption and EAS corporate email support. The device will have access to Enhanced Push-to-Talk functionality upon launch of the service.



Samsung Galaxy Note II 

Announced earlier this month, Samsung Galaxy Note II continues to expand the popular category created by the Galaxy Note with improved battery life, a thinner and narrower design and enhancements to the S Pen™. Arriving later this year running Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Galaxy Note II with 4G LTE combines the productivity of a tablet with the convenience of a smartphone and the S Pen features you need to unleash your creativity in a single device. With a 5.5-inch HD Super AMOLED™ display and 1.6 GHz quad-core Exynos™ processor with integrated graphics processing unit (GPU), the Galaxy Note II provides PC-like processing power and advanced features like Popup Video, new Gallery views and great gaming performance in a truly pocketable device.



Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1” 

This 4G LTE Android 4.0 tablet delivers entertainment and productivity to fit your whole life. Galaxy Tab 2 10.1” offers a 10.1-inch display and premium entertainment options including Media Hub, Smart Remote and AllShare® Play. Features like on-device encryption and VPN access ensure your tablet is secure for business use. The 7000 mAh battery allows you to stay connected throughout the day. 

All of these devices will be available from AT&T in the coming months. 

Samsung, Express, Note, Rugby Pro, Super AMOLED, Exynos, S Pen, and AllShare are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.
1 Samsung Mobile is the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the United States, based upon reported shipments, according to Strategy Analytics, North America Handset Vendor Marketshare, Q2 2012. Samsung Electronics Company is the No. 1 smartphone provider worldwide, based upon reported shipments, according to Strategy Analytics Global Smartphone Vendor Market Share by Region: Q2 2012.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
**Waterproof against incidental exposure to water when all ports (incl. USB and earphone ports) are tightly closed. NOT designed or intended for in water use. Submersible up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes. Waterproof based on IP57 rating.
***4G speeds not available everywhere. Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Learn more at att.com/network. 

Nokia Location and Commerce Business Strengthens Automotive Mapping Leadership at Mondial 2012

Nokia - Press Releases - September 28, 2012
Nokia Location & Commerce Business Strengthens Automotive Mapping Leadership at Mondial 2012
Major automotive manufacturers and technology partners leverage Nokia Location and Commerce's growing range of best-in-class maps and mapping data

PARIS, Mondial de L'Automobile - Sept. 28, 2012 - Nokia today announced that its Location & Commerce business unit is extending its collaboration with six of the world's top automotive brands, further establishing its leadership in the vehicle sector. Powering four-out-of-five fully integrated in-dash navigation systems, Nokia is the only company that provides end-to-end mapping and navigation solutions for the automotive environment from maps content to location platform and mapping applications.

To leverage Nokia Location & Commerce's long lasting strength and expertise in location content, a number of our customers have chosen NAVTEQ® Maps for their next generation infotainment systems.

"We believe that Nokia's Location & Commerce is uniquely positioned to provide a superior consumer experience which automotive manufacturers as well as other players in the industry can deliver to their customers, and the announcements we are making this week underscore this," said Bruno Bourguet, newly appointed Senior Vice President, Sales and Business Development, Nokia Location & Commerce.

Thanks to the NAVTEQ heritage in location content and Nokia's pioneering work in mobile navigation, Nokia's Location & Commerce division has developed the most robust portfolio of products designed specifically to meet the needs of its automotive customers.

"Drivers today expect to be told the best way to get from A to B but they also want live traffic information, notifications of nearby places of interest and data that helps them drive better and make journeys a pleasure rather than a chore. Whether it is a daily commute or a long distance drive, we are delivering on our Connected Car vision to bring a full set of capabilities from navigation to safety to entertainment," states Bourguet.

"The 'Connected Car' concept, which turns the car into a command centre, is something many companies in the industry are pursuing to bring to life. Our philosophy is that whatever we do at Nokia Location & Commerce, whether through our own applications or by enabling customers to create experiences through our content and services, we want to delight the people who will ultimately use our products. Areas like traffic, parking, search and the maps are especially hard to solve but pivotal to the expected consumer experience."

Key news highlights from Nokia Location & Commerce:

• BMW: Nokia Location & Commerce provides NAVTEQ® Maps and content to German OEM for new generation navigation system
• Mercedes: Mercedes A-Class navigation to feature NAVTEQ® Map data
• Volkswagen: Volkswagen Group powers new infotainment systems with NAVTEQ® Map data
• Hyundai: Hyundai infotainment strategy includes NAVTEQ® Map data
• Pioneer: Pioneer chooses NAVTEQ® Maps to power aftermarket systems
• Garmin: Garmin selects Nokia's Transit and Pedestrian Content to power Urban Guidance

Nokia is exhibiting at the Mondial de l'Automobile show in Paris at Hall 3, booth #213.

About Nokia's Location & Commerce Business
Nokia is a global leader in mobile communications whose products have become an integral part of the lives of people around the world. The company's Location & Commerce business, including NAVTEQ® Maps products, the Nokia Location Platform as well as Nokia Maps, aims to build and monetize unique location experiences for great mobile products, as well as the navigation industry, the automotive market and government and business solutions. Begin to explore our capabilities at www.maps.nokia.com.

A Letter to Our Customers Regarding Maps

Apple - Press Releases - September 28, 2012

To our customers,

At Apple, we strive to make world-class products that deliver the best experience possible to our customers. With the launch of our new Maps last week, we fell short on this commitment. We are extremely sorry for the frustration this has caused our customers and we are doing everything we can to make Maps better.

We launched Maps initially with the first version of iOS. As time progressed, we wanted to provide our customers with even better Maps including features such as turn-by-turn directions, voice integration, Flyover and vector-based maps. In order to do this, we had to create a new version of Maps from the ground up.

There are already more than 100 million iOS devices using the new Apple Maps, with more and more joining us every day. In just over a week, iOS users with the new Maps have already searched for nearly half a billion locations. The more our customers use our Maps the better it will get and we greatly appreciate all of the feedback we have received from you.

While we’re improving Maps, you can try alternatives by downloading map apps from the App Store like Bing, MapQuest and Waze, or use Google or Nokia maps by going to their websites and creating an icon on your home screen to their web app.

Everything we do at Apple is aimed at making our products the best in the world. We know that you expect that from us, and we will keep working non-stop until Maps lives up to the same incredibly high standard.

Tim Cook
Apple’s CEO

Motorola Mobility Empowers the History of Modern TV and Internet Services at Jornadas Internacionales 2012

Motorola - Press Releases - September 27, 2012

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina - September 27, 2012 - At the XXII Edition of Jornadas Internacionales 2012, Motorola Mobility will be showcasing how it is driving the future of television with home solutions designed to support the network evolution, create unique experiences, optimize service management and expand the home ecosystem. Some of the demonstrations by Motorola will include the 'TV Beyond TV' concept with software developments such as DreamGallery from the Motorola Medios suite and optimization of Motorola's ecosystem of renowned set-top-boxes.

"This year, we continue strengthening our leadership with Latin American operators and also bringing participants the latest in TV innovations, including next-generation user experiences, with CMTS infrastructure solutions for high-speed Internet access in DOCSIS 3.0 with IPv6 support, and the latest in Digital Video and HFC solutions", said Luciano Lazzari, Sales Manager, Home Division, Motorola Mobility. "The way of watching television anywhere and anytime has evolved and users now enjoy and discover new experiences through a wide range of devices, both at home and on the go. These services can create a market differentiator for cable companies to increase the level of loyalty within their subscriber base.”

Multi-Screen: Beyond the TV
The Internet is changing the way we watch television. Television is no longer a one-way activity, but an interactive, community-driven experience. And this experience has expanded far beyond the television set. A recent Motorola study1 has discovered that more than 69% of people watch TV in a device different from traditional TV. This gives an intelligent and efficient way to enjoy a personalized TV experience through your smartphone, PC or tablet

- DreamGallery from Motorola – DreamGallery is the cloud-based video navigation software that helps create a modern user interface to explore and discover sports, movies and your favorite shows on the TV screen. The user will experience next-generation TV that’s as personalized, dynamic and rich as the Internet.

Now, service providers can offer an on-screen interface that can be customized to each subscriber and be easily updated on-the-fly to include new services, features and applications. DreamGallery allows these providers to deliver the first consistent TV Everywhere experience across multiple screens, as the HTLM5-based DreamGallery can be used on different platforms such as Android, Microsoft Windows, and Apple iOS via a browser.

- SecureMedia® - Winner of the 2012 IP&TV Industry Award for "Best Rights and Asset Management Solution" Video Content Protection and 2012 InfoVision Award for "Asia Broadband Innovation of the Year". Service providers face a matrix of different adaptive streaming formats, security technologies and video playback applications to reach a wider range of consumer devices. SecureMedia® Advanced Content Protection ensures that secure media is sent only to the devices for which it is intended to which has become much more challenging in the open and multi-screen world.

Motorola’s SecureMedia Encryptonite ONE™ HLS+ streamlines the entire content processing and delivery process for multi-screen applications – while ensuring the protection of digital rights and the security of the content streams. This robust system complies with the latest Hollywood studio secure-delivery specifications for multi-screen applications.

Optimization of encoded content delivery
Motorola continues to expand its industry-leading portfolio of set-top boxes with all-digital services.

- DCX3210- The DCX3210 is a hybrid set-top that supports consumers' growing demand for high definition with advanced broadband applications. DCX3210 features an embedded a D2.0 modem for access to IP applications and remote management, and is capable of cost-effectively decoding MPEG-4 high definition video.

- DCX3510-M – is an advanced hybrid Set Top with recording capacity. It features an embedded D2.0 modem for IP-based interactive services, a Digital Video Recorder with dual 1 GHz digital video tuners and support for both MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 HD decode. The DCX3510-M includes the latest audio and video output, with support for full 1080p60 high-definition output, HDMI, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Volume intelligent multi-channel audio leveling. In addition, the DCX3510-M features an internal 500 GB hard drive, which can be expanded to 1 TB or more using an external disk drive connected to the set-top’s eSATA interface.

The DCX3510-M supports Motorola’s latest software enhancements for processing 3D video and graphics in the set-top prior to being delivered to a 3D-compatible television for an exceptional high-quality 3D TV viewing experience.

- HD-DTA - The Motorola High Definition Digital Terminal Adapter (HD-DTA) is a small, cost-effective device that helps service providers deliver HD content to their basic subscribers. It is a one-way device that converts an operator’s digital signal for subscribers to view HD content with a cost-effective set-top box.

The Motorola HD-DTA is a small, sleek set-top that delivers HD content to additional outlets in the house cost effectively. It includes a 1GHz, all-digital tuner, HDMI and RF outputs and a Radio Frequency for Consumer Electronics (RF4CE) remote-control interface. The RF4CE remote enables control of the HD-DTA from anywhere in the room without line of sight to the device.

With all of these solutions of convergent experiences, Motorola Mobility shows how cable operators can capitalize their investment thanks to the convergence of the wireless technology, multimedia applications, and Internet; supporting them to generate opportunities with their subscribers in Latin America.

Please, for more information visit us our Booth (#26 - Hilton Hotel, Macacha Güemes 351, Buenos Aires, Argentina) at Jornadas Internacionales 2012.

About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, owned by Google, fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.

1 Motorola’s Media Engagement Barometer is a research project looking into the video consumption habits of 9,000 consumers across 16 markets: UK, France, Germany, Sweden, Russia, Turkey, USA, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, South Korea, Singapore, Japan and China. The research was conducted on behalf of Motorola by independent agency, Vanson Bourne.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © 2012 Motorola Mobility LLC. All rights reserved.

Developer Momentum for BlackBerry 10 Continues to Grow

RIM - BlackBerry - Press Releases - September 27, 2012 

Developer Momentum for BlackBerry 10 Continues to Grow 

Application developers continue to choose BlackBerry 10 as a target platform for their applications

Waterloo, ON – During the BlackBerry Jam Americas conference in San Jose this week, Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM; TSX: RIM) showcased the power of the BlackBerry 10 platform and demonstrated the key differentiators that developers are leveraging to create apps that engage and delight customers.

Visually stunning BlackBerry 10 applications from Cisco, Foursquare, Sencha, Gameloft, Halfbrick Studios, Madfinger Games and Funkoi were revealed, demonstrating applications that are feature rich and integrated with core functions of BlackBerry 10 and embracing the seamless flow that only BlackBerry 10 provides. A replay of the keynote is available for viewing here: http://bbry.lv/NOGTVO

A recent survey conducted by RIM, of the BlackBerry developers using the 5,000 Dev Alpha test devices distributed during the BlackBerry Jam World Tour, found that 99 per cent of respondents had already started BlackBerry 10 projects.

“The response to BlackBerry 10 on all levels has been incredible and developers have certainly embraced this new platform and are taking early advantage of the tools and support we are providing to them. Our community is telling us about apps from every category that look and feel just amazing,” said Alec Saunders, Vice President, Developer Relations and Ecosystems at Research In Motion. “With our new SDK build now available, applications can really take advantage of our integration and sharing features. This really allows that heightened level of differentiation for apps that platform providers should be bringing to their communities.”

The SDKs for BlackBerry 10 were updated yesterday to bring more collaboration, native feature integration and app sharing opportunities. This update makes the native SDK API-complete and enhances the HTML5 toolset, BlackBerry WebWorks. Further updates were also made to Adobe AIR and Android runtimes. More information can be found here:
http://devblog.blackberry.com/2012/09/flight-arrival-boards-roadmap-update/

The BlackBerry Dev Alpha testing units also received an OS update that allows developers to take advantage of the Beta 3 version of the SDKs. BlackBerry developers can now leverage APIs that can integrate with core apps contacts, calendar, BlackBerry Messenger and the BlackBerry Hub and more while they build their applications.

The developer community has been enthusiastic about the opportunities that BlackBerry 10 brings as a new market to reach with applications, a platform that allows for deep integration and user engagement, and a platform built for content creation and sharing, all on devices that have a beautiful user interface that developers can easily leverage.

Partner Testimonials
"Mobile has become a major accelerator for business collaboration. Box and BlackBerry enable CIOs to embrace mobile-first policies that transform the way knowledge workers access and share key business documents. Box's deep integration with BlackBerry 10 will enable a seamless and secure mobile working experience wherever the office may take you." - Matthew Self, VP of Platform Engineering at Box

“The Weather Network is excited to develop for BlackBerry 10. The innovations in the operating system will provide our existing loyal consumers and new consumers an application that is as stunning as it is informative, helping users to plan for anything.” – Gita Ashar, Director of Mobile and Emerging Technologies for Weather Network

“Our customers have shared with us how critical it is to be able to use BlackBerry smartphones to collaborate and easily meet over the web from anywhere, anytime using Cisco WebEx Meetings securely delivered through the Cisco WebEx Cloud. Today, we are excited to announce that Cisco WebEx Meetings for BlackBerry will be available as a free download once BlackBerry 10 devices are launched." - Raj Gossain, Vice President of Products for Cisco Cloud Collaboration Applications Group

"Bringing Splashtop Remote Desktop to the BlackBerry PlayBook and BlackBerry 10 platform was fast and easy. We looked at the development options provided by RIM, and chose to use the NDK to achieve the best user experience and performance for Splashtop to deliver apps consistent with BlackBerry's high standards. That's why Splashtop is the #1 selling remote desktop app on BlackBerry App World." -Mark Lee, CEO and co-founder of Splashtop

"TuneIn brings the world's music, sports and news to as many people as possible. We are excited to extend the TuneIn listening experience to the BlackBerry 10 community as we continue on our mission to make all the world's audio universally accessible." -Carl Rohling, VP of Business Development for TuneIn

"Moving to BlackBerry 10 is a very exciting opportunity for us and further expands the possibility to let more people be creative with music." -

Jonas Norberg, CEO & Co-founder, Pacemaker®

“We are pleased to work with RIM to bring the BlackBerry 10 platform to our ecosystem of developers. The new BlackBerry 10 platform represents a significant opportunity for Appcelerator’s ecosystem of 350,000 developers, and we look forward to working with RIM to help ‘stock the shelves’ with new applications for BlackBerry 10 customers.” –Jeff Haynie, CEO of Appcelerator

About Research In Motion
Research In Motion (RIM), a global leader in wireless innovation, revolutionized the mobile industry with the introduction of the BlackBerry® solution in 1999. Today, BlackBerry products and services are used by millions of customers around the world to stay connected to the people and content that matter most throughout their day. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. RIM is listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market (NASDAQ: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

Motorola Mobility Launches Triple SIM MOTOGO! Slim in Brazil

Motorola - Press Releases - September 27, 2012
Motorola Mobility Launches Triple SIM MOTOGO! Slim in Brazil
Now you can choose 3 different ways to stay in touch with friends and family with the best rates

SÃO PAULO, Sept. 27, 2012 – Now available in Brazil, the new MOTOGO!™ Slim offers the full web navigation experience at your fingertips on this slim, lightweight, elegant and anatomic QWERTY cell phone. With MOTOGO! Slim´s three SIM cards, you can save money by ensuring the best rates from each-operator. And with both EDGE and Wi-Fi connections, you’ll have access to the Web and your friends and family no matter where your travels take you.

Motorola Motogo! Slim - Triple SIM

MOTOGO! Slim comes with an FM radio so you can sing along to your favorite songs at anytime. You can also take photos of your adventures with the 2-megapixel camera and store them on the phone using the 4 GB memory card, expandable to the 32 GB

With automatic syncing of your Google account, your contacts, calendar and emails are stored safely in the cloud, even in case you lose your mobile. The MOTOGO! Slim also allows organizing and personalizing your screens with widgets and shortcuts, as well as having a screen dedicated to facilitate Google searches.

“MOTOGO! Slim is ideal for those who want to use SIM-cards from different carriers and ensure the best rates,” said Edson Bortolli, products director, Motorola Mobility Brazil. “The QWERTY keyboard makes typing and texting easy, and the slim design is a great for people who put a premium on style.”

Motorola Motogo! Slim - Triple SIM

Price and Availability
MOTOGO! Slim is available from authorized Motorola resellers across Brazil starting this week at a suggested retail price of R$ 379.

About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, owned by Google, fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.

*Certain features, services and applications are network dependent and may not be available in all areas; additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Contact your service provider for details. All features, functionality and other product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

U.S. Air Force Selects SAMSUNG Series 7 Slate as First Network Slate Tablet in Blanket Purchase Agreement For Bases Worldwide

Samsung - Press Releases - September 26, 2012
U.S. Air Force Selects SAMSUNG Series 7 Slate as First Network Slate Tablet in Blanket Purchase Agreement For Bases WorldwideIntelligent Decisions and Samsung Partner to Deliver Cutting-Edge Slate PC to U.S. Air Force

Ridgefield Park, NJ, and Ashburn, VA – Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and Intelligent Decisions (ID), Inc., a recognized leader in federal IT solutions, announced today that the Samsung Series 7 Slate has been awarded the network slate tablet category contract under the U.S. Air Force (USAF) Client Computing and Servers blanket purchase agreement (BPA). ID and Samsung are partnering to deliver the Samsung Series 7 Slate, which is the first device selected under the new network tablet category, available for deployment at USAF bases worldwide. The USAF has added the Samsung Series 7 Slate to the BPA effective immediately. 

The Samsung Series 7 Slate provides the USAF standard desktop configuration implementation of Windows® 7 Professional and supports all the same programs as a full-size PC, in a slim, light tablet form-factor. At just a half-inch thick and featuring a responsive 11.6-inch touch screen, the Series 7 Slate allows for convenient use on the move but can also be docked or connected to an optional Bluetooth® keyboard so no PC functionality is sacrificed. The Samsung Slate is delivered with a Trusted Computing Group certified, Trusted Platform Module 1.2 chip. With no rewriting or retraining necessary for IT departments, this tablet solution has established a reputation for conquering security, acquisitions and functionality hurdles. 

“The Samsung Series 7 Slate combines high-end design and graphics with the strength and capabilities of a full-size PC,” said ID President and CEO Harry Martin. “Productivity will never be easier for all levels of U.S. Air Force employees who want the convenience of a tablet without having to compromise when it comes to programs, power and capabilities.” 

“Highly mobile government agencies such as the U.S. Air Force are increasingly looking for mobile PC alternatives that can meet their stringent purchasing requirements and give their personnel the computing power they need for maximum productivity anywhere they go,” said Todd Bouman, vice president of marketing at Samsung’s Enterprise Business Division. “Samsung engineered the Series 7 Slate with the needs of government in mind, from meeting strict security and network compatibility requirements to durability, quality and TAA-compliance.” 

With a powerful Intel® Core™ i5 processor and 4GB¹ of DDR3 system memory, the Series 7 Slate meets the Air Force’s Gold Master standards for computing performance. The Samsung Series 7 Slate is fully compliant with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA), a requirement for government agencies and educational institutions purchasing products with government funds. For agencies such as the Air Force with strict security requirements, the basic input/output system (BIOS) of the Series 7 Slate is NIST SP800-147-compliant and fully supports secure BIOS integrity measurement mechanisms. 

The Quantum Enterprise Buy, or QEB, catalog of systems is available through AFWAY, a Web-based Air Force system for purchasing IT that provides a one-stop resource where USAF customers can quickly learn about an array of products and services. For additional details, please go to https://www.afway.af.mil/. 

To learn more about the innovative Samsung Series 7 Slate, please visit www.samsung.com/business.. 

About Intelligent Decisions: 

Founded in 1988, Intelligent Decisions, Inc., is a recognized leader in developing and delivering innovative federal IT solutions to the civilian, defense and intelligence communities. For more information, visit www.intelligent.net or call toll-free (800) 929-8331. 

About Samsung Electronics America Enterprise Business Division 

As a global leader in Information Technology, Samsung's Enterprise Business Division (EBD) is committed to its business customers and loyal partners with world-class solutions. Samsung EBD offers a complete portfolio of technology solutions to support business growth aspirations including virtualization, printing, displays, notebook and tablet PCs, digital signage, medical equipment, set-top-box and hospitality TVs. With a market-oriented approach to innovation, Samsung EBD solutions move businesses forward while helping reduce operating cost. Samsung EBD is a division of Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. (SEC) and is among the world's largest technology companies. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com/business., call 1-866-SAM-4BIZ or follow Samsung EBD via Twitter @SamsungBizUSA. 

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd 

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 206,000 people in 197 offices across 72 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. Recognized for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world’s most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visitwww.samsung.com. 

1. Total amount of available memory may be less based on configuration. Accessible capacity varies; GB = 1 billion bytes.

SAMSUNG Partners With Memphis City Schools to Launch SAMSUNG Smart School Solution Pilot With Galaxy Note 10.1

Samsung - Press Releases - September 26, 2012 

SAMSUNG Partners With Memphis City Schools to Launch SAMSUNG Smart School Solution Pilot With Galaxy Note 10.1 

Geeter Middle School to Participate in First U.S. Pilot of Samsung’s Interactive 1:1 Learning Solution, Developed to Drive Classroom Engagement and Empower Educators Through ClassroomTechnology

Memphis, TN., September 26, 2012 – Samsung Electronics America Inc., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, today announced an education partnership with Memphis City Schools to carry out a classroom pilot of Samsung's Smart School Solution, a fully integrated 1:1 learning platform that empowers teachers to deliver an interactive learning environment. The pilot is the first deployment of the Samsung Smart School Solution at a school in the U.S., and will serve to demonstrate the potential of the digital classroom platform that harnesses the latest Samsung technologies including the new GALAXY Note 10.1 tablet and interactive whiteboard displays. 

For the pilot, Samsung is providing the 6th grade math class at Memphis’ Geeter Middle School with a Samsung Smart School Solution package consisting of 35 GALAXY Note 10.1 units, a 65-inch interactive whiteboard and a wireless printer. The Smart School Solution provides teachers with the ability to lead interactive lessons and real-time group activities through its convenient screen and content sharing features. It also delivers learning management tools enabling students to access course materials and information, as well as school notices and forums, through their tablets.

The pilot program was officially launched at an event held at the Geeter Middle School on Friday, September 21. Video footage from the event, as well as commentary on the program from Samsung executives and school officials, is available here. To download video footage, please click here.

“Partnering with Memphis City Schools on our Smart School Solution Pilot Program represents an important part of our continued effort to deliver the classroom of the future,” said Tod Pike, Senior Vice President of Samsung’s Enterprise Business Division. “This innovative solution frees educators from the confines of standing at a chalkboard or projector and allows them to move about the classroom, conducting interactive lessons and activities through their touch screen tablet or notebook computer. We’re confident Memphis City School instructors will find it to be a powerful and effective platform for engaging students, elevating learning, and fostering a truly interactive classroom learning environment.”

“At Memphis City Schools, our students come first and we strive to provide them with a well-rounded education and all the necessary elements to thrive, both in school and in their future adult lives,” said Cleon Franklin, Director of Instructional Technology, Memphis City School District. “Samsung’s Smart School Solution is the perfect opportunity to nurture our students’ growth through interactive technology, which helps the teachers to track individual progress, as well as enabling dynamic lesson plans.”

The Samsung Smart School Solution delivers three integrated systems that empower teachers to create an interactive and engaging virtual learning environment:

Interactive Management Solution – For use during class, the solution allows teachers to easily deliver contents to students, share their own or an individual student’s screen with the class, and monitor student progress in real-time. Instructors can conduct group activities, Q&As, tests or instant polls, and then instantly call the class to attention by locking student screens via voice command.

Learning Management System – Allows teachers to provide course materials including e-textbooks, learning apps and timetables, as well as delivering school notices and forums for extracurricular activities, which can be accessed by students at any time.

Student Information System – Management tool enables teachers to track student attendance, general information, grade history and prizes or demerit points.


Samsung’s Smart School Solution operates in conjunction with the GALAXY Note 10.1, Samsung’s latest Android-powered tablet device featuring the advanced S Pen technology. The S Pen provides the functionality and precision of a pen and paper on the tablet’s 10.1-inch display, opening up new opportunities for digital learning. Students access the solution via WiFi with a single convenient log-in, while teachers can instruct the class using an interactive whiteboard display, or TV or projector wirelessly controlled by a tablet or notebook PC.

The solution has been deployed at schools in South Korea and elsewhere, with research showing improvements in class convenience, student engagement and lesson comprehension.

“Finding new and relevant ways to engage students is so important to achieving a learning environment where students thrive,” saidSgt. Kenneth Pinkney, Principal of Geeter Middle School. “I’m very excited about tapping into the potential of the Samsung Smart School Solution to create a truly interactive learning environment.”

About Samsung Electronics America Enterprise Business Division 
As a global leader in Information Technology, Samsung's Enterprise Business Division (EBD) is committed to its business customers and loyal partners with world-class solutions. Samsung EBD offers a complete portfolio of technology solutions to support business growth aspirations including virtualization, printing, displays, notebook and tablet PCs, digital signage, medical equipment, set-top-box and hospitality TVs. With a market-oriented approach to innovation, Samsung EBD solutions move businesses forward while helping reduce operating cost. Samsung EBD is a division of Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. (SEC) and is among the world's largest technology companies. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com/business, call 1-866-SAM-4BIZ or follow Samsung EBD via Twitter @SamsungBizUSA.

About Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), based in Ridgefield Park, NJ, is a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. The company markets a broad range of award-winning consumer electronics, information systems, and home appliance products, as well as oversees all of Samsung’s North American operations including Samsung Telecommunications America, LP, Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. and Samsung Electronics Mexico, Inc. As a result of its commitment to innovation and unique design, the Samsung organization is one of the most decorated brands in the electronics industry. The company was ranked #19 in BusinessWeek/Interbrand “100 Best Global Brands,” and named as one of Fast Company’s “50 Most Innovative Companies of 2010.” For more information, please visit www.samsung.com. You can also Fan Samsung onwww.Facebook.com/SamsungUSA or follow Samsung via Twitter @SamsungTweets.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 206,000 people in 197 offices across 72 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. Recognized for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world’s most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visitwww.samsung.com.

Nextel and Motorola Mobility Launch Motorola MASTER in Chile

Motorola - Press Releases - September 26, 2012 (Spanish version - versión en español)
Nextel and Motorola Mobility Launch Motorola MASTER in Chile
Stay productive on-the-go with a touch screen, a QWERTY keyboard and enhanced security features on the first Motorola Android™-powered smartphone with PTT over 3G

SANTIAGO, Chile – Sept. 26, 2012 – More than a smartphone, the new Motorola MASTER™ from Motorola Mobility and Nextel, now available in Chile, has been designed to be your mobile office. For those who often work out of the office, the Android-powered Motorola MASTER comes with the tools you need to stay connected, productive and secure, like a touch screen, a contoured QWERTY keyboard and Business Ready. Motorola MASTER will be available exclusively from Nextel.

Motorola MASTER is also preloaded with Google Mobile™ services including Google+™, Google Maps™ for Android, Google Talk™, Google Search™, Gmail™, YouTube™ and over 600,000 apps from Google Play™, to deliver a great multimedia experience.

Designed for Business Users
With Motorola MASTER, you can tap through web pages and work emails on a 3.1-inch touch screen, or use the keyboard to type long messages or edit documents. The keyboard even has elevated and staggered keys to make typing as easy as possible. If you are in a hurry, stop typing and hit the “Push to Talk” button using Nextel Direct Connect™ for instant communication with coworkers and customers. Or, if you want to talk to more than one coworker or customer, set up a Web conference using CITRIX™ Go-to-Meeting™. You’ll never need to stay in your office all day again.

Enhanced Corporate Security
Security is of the upmost importance when conducting business in a mobile world. Motorola MASTER delivers exceptional security with features that will keep your personal and corporate data safe, such as an easy to manage operating system, encryption right on the device and on the SD card, and password management. Your IT department will also rest assured knowing Motorola MASTER comes with integrated Authentic IPSec multi-headed VPN. In other words, you can access your corporate network from anywhere, as safe as if you were sitting at your desk.

Additional features include:

• 5MP camera with 4x digital zoom and LED flash
• HD720p video capture for creating your own videos
• GPS for finding your way on the road
• Google Mobile Services.
• FM radio

“This phone, just like all that we offer today, has incorporated our differentiator Prip. It is a high range terminal with a great processor and pointing to people and companies that need to be always connected, ideal for executives who need to work on remote permanently”, explains Fabio Toledo, Marketing Vice President for Nextel Chile.

“Motorola MASTER brings the security and support features that IT must have, on a device that employees will clamor for,” said Adolfo Rizzato, commercial manager, Motorola Mobility Argentina and Chile. “Now, you can efficiently type, text, browse and talk on a phone that’s as beautiful as it is smart.”

About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, owned by Google, fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.

*Certain features, services and applications are network dependent and may not be available in all areas; additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Contact your service provider for details. All features, functionality and other product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. Android, Google Mobile, Google Maps, Google+, YouTube, Google Search, Google Talk and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2012 Motorola Mobility, Inc. All rights reserved.

RIM Expands Presence in Nigeria and Opens BlackBerry-Branded Store in Lagos

RIM - BlackBerry - Press Releases - November, 2012 

RIM Expands Presence in Nigeria and Opens BlackBerry-Branded Store in Lagos 

Local presence, retail expansion and ongoing enhancement of repair services in Nigeria signal RIM’s ongoing commitment to BlackBerry customers in Africa

Lagos, Nigeria, Sept 25, 2012: Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM; TSX: RIM) the maker of BlackBerry® smartphones today expanded its presence in Nigeria, and announced the first official BlackBerry®-branded retail store in Lagos. The move marks the expansion of RIM’s footprint in Africa from its headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa, and underlines the company’s commitment to its partners and customers in one of the world’s fastest growing mobile markets .

Robert Bose, Regional Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa said, “As the leading smartphone provider in Nigeria and in Africa overall, our customers are our number one priority, so we are very pleased to cement our physical presence with local staff, establish a new legal entity and work with local business partners to expand our retail and customer care across Nigeria.”

RIM, in association with mobile phone distributor Slot Nigeria, officially opened the BlackBerry® by SLOT store in Nigeria at Computer Village in Ikeja, Lagos yesterday, designed especially to provide Nigerian customers with a first-class, authentic BlackBerry purchasing experience, including free software upgrades from the facility in the Computer Village store. BlackBerry smartphones that can be upgraded to OS 7.1 include the BlackBerry® Bold™ 9900, BlackBerry® Torch™ 9810, BlackBerry® Torch ™ 9860, BlackBerry® Curve™ 9360 and the BlackBerry® Curve™ 9380.

In the BlackBerry® by SLOT store, customers can find:

• A full-range of live BlackBerry smartphones to try
• Free device set-up and free software upgrade facilities
• Fully-trained staff who provide expert advise and assistance
• A BlackBerry Expert Center that offers leading after-sales service (all products sold in the store come with a 12-month warranty)

All BlackBerry smartphones purchased at the BlackBerry by Slot Nigeria store will be set-up for free and consumers will be provided with quick and easy steps to ensure that their handset is authentic, such as the start-up splash screen logo and an authentic seal on the BlackBerry smartphone’s box.

As part of its expanded retail footprint and ongoing commitment to enhanced customer service RIM will provide software upgrade stations in 60 more retail stores nationwide., RIM also plans to introduce in-warranty repair and after-sales support in retail stores located in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt to help customers get the most of their BlackBerry smartphone. in addition to providing software upgrades, the drop-in centres will provide the full end-to-end service in a thriving retail environment, including parts, repairs, and replacements.

Commenting on the store opening Robert Bose added, “Today, BlackBerry is sold in about 300 retail stores nationwide. Our strategy is to continue working with local partners to help deliver a strong retail presence and after sales service that will provide our Nigerian customers with the optimal BlackBerry experience. With our new regional entity, we are looking forward to further cementing our relationship with the Nigerian market and working with our partners to support both our customer base and the transformation of the ICT industry in West Africa.”

The BlackBerry solution was first launched in Nigeria in 2006 with carrier partners and leads the Nigerian smartphone market today. BlackBerry products are now available in 40 countries across Africa from 90 carrier partners. According to market research from Canalys (Q2 2012), RIM is the overall number one smartphone vendor in Africa.

For more information on BlackBerry products in Nigeria visit
http://worldwide.blackberry.com/ng/. Or you can like us on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/BlackBerryNG.

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Nokia debuts Nokia Life Plus for millions of consumers ready to experience a smarter Internet

Nokia - Press Releases - September 25, 2012
Nokia debuts Nokia Life+ for millions of consumers ready to experience a smarter Internet
New Nokia Life+ service to deliver life-enhancing digital content to Nokia Asha smartphone and feature phone users

Jakarta, Indonesia and Espoo, Finland - Nokia today unveiled Nokia Life+, the latest evolution of its widely-used Nokia Life service. Nokia Life+ is a free (*) Web application, which will provide millions of people with Nokia phones valuable information on education, health and "infotainment" topics. Nokia Life+ will be supported by the Nokia Asha 308 and Nokia Asha 309 smartphones alongside a wide range of Nokia mobile phones.

More than 76 million people have experienced the original Nokia Life service, the world's most popular life improvement information services suite that works across a range of basic and feature phones without the need for a data connection. The new Nokia Life+ web application builds on this success by providing an even richer web-based service through the new and improved Nokia Xpress Browser, which compresses Internet data up to 90%, resulting in more efficient web browsing and a smarter Internet experience.

"People in developing economies need better access to information on the Internet that has relevance and value to their daily lives beyond entertainment. Nokia Life+ will serve as a bridge as people graduate from a primarily text-based mobile experience towards richer, web-based usage," explained Jawahar Kanjilal, Vice President & Global Head of Nokia Life. "Nokia Life and Nokia Life+ are now available on a huge variety of Nokia phones, including the Asha smartphone range, to plug the information gap for people with or without data plans."

Nokia Life+ is now available in 18 countries (**) as a free Web application, accessible as a download from Nokia Store or from the Xpress Browser.

Nokia Bridge to a smarter, more relevant Internet
Life+ is now available in English with two services - 'Life Skills' and 'Live Healthy' - with more services to be added over the coming months. Life Skills is aimed at younger consumers, providing content on how to develop interpersonal skills, build self-confidence, acquire financial literacy or prepare for a job. Live Healthy offers consumers and their families a range of tips and trivia touching upon nutrition, hygiene, staying fit and prevention of common illnesses. Later this year, local versions of Nokia Life+ will be available in India, China and Indonesia, providing consumers with a truly localized mobile Internet experience.

Nokia Life+ is supported by an ecosystem of reputable global and local content partners who carefully tailor information specifically for the services. These Nokia Life+ partners include Reader's Digest, Foundation for Social Change, FKUGM, Detik.com, Cita Cinta, GADIS, Gamatechno, Sygma, Ayahbunda, Madison Research, EnableM, Sina and iMedia.

"On their journey from feature phones to smartphones, people want a consistently engaging, relevant mobile experience," said Yvonne Tey, Commercial Director, Reader's Digest. "Nokia Life and now Nokia Life+ are unique in their ability to create a vital connection between people and the information they need most, across all stages of that journey."

Notes:
* Data charges will apply
** The English language Nokia Life + service is currently available in Nigeria, the Philippines, Vietnam, Bangladesh, South Africa, Malaysia, Kenya, Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Singapore, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Tanzania, Uganda and Ghana.

About NokiaNokia is a global leader in mobile communications whose products have become an integral part of the lives of people around the world. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people use their Nokia to capture and share experiences, access information, find their way or simply to speak to one another. Nokia's technological and design innovations have made its brand one of the most recognized in the world. For more information, visit http://www.nokia.com/about-nokia

BlackBerry Celebrates Lagos Fashion and Design Week with the Exclusive Style House Files App

RIM - BlackBerry - Press Releases - November 25, 2012 

BlackBerry Celebrates Lagos Fashion and Design Week with the Exclusive Style House Files App 

New mobile app puts the very best of Lagos Fashion Week and more, in the hands of style-savvy BlackBerry ‘fashionistas’.

Research in Motion (RIM), the company behind the BlackBerry® solution, has launched an exclusive mobile application that’s all about fashion for the fabulous in Nigeria. The Style House Files (SHF) application for BlackBerry smartphones, which is free to download on the BlackBerry App World™ storefront, is launching today ahead of Lagos Fashion and Design Week, where BlackBerry is the official technology partner.

Created by Lagos developer, Victor Dibia, in collaboration with BlackBerry and event organisers, The Style House Files, the app will bring the very best of Lagos Fashion Week to BlackBerry customers. Up-to-the-minute reports and imagery from the show are supported by schedules and venue guides, while online discussion forums mean fashionistas can express their thoughts on the latest collections.

Beyond Lagos Fashion Week, the app will be regularly updated with the latest in Nigerian news, styles, designers, shows and much more, to keep fashion-conscious BlackBerry customers in Nigeria up-to-date, everyday throughout the week-long event, while on the move.

The app includes exclusive features such as:

• Twice weekly style tips featuring a “How to Wear it” series
• Fashion news from around the world
• Look on Trends - What's in? What's out?
• Party/Events Section – Features information on dates, times, and locations of exclusive fashion events and parties taking place
• Runway Report - All the latest reports off the runway, browse runway photos, and view the best looks from each collection
• Interactive - A “Me and My BlackBerry” - users can submit messages about how they use their BlackBerry smartphone in creative ways every day
• Street Style – Interactive, photo-sharing option that allows users to send in photos of themselves with an opportunity for others to vote.

Waldi Wepener, Regional Director for Nigeria, said, “We are excited to launch another Nigerian-designed app for our Nigerian customers that will help them get more from their BlackBerry smartphones. This app is perfect for fashion-hungry BlackBerry customers that want to keep up with the latest trends throughout Fashion and Design Week in Nigeria.”

BlackBerry is the official technology partner of the Lagos Fashion and Design Week (LFDW) for the second year running, in conjunction with MTN Nigeria. The premiere fashion event takes place from the 24thto 27th October bringing together media, industry, buyers and consumers to view the current collections of innovative Nigerian designers in the fashion capital of Lagos, Nigeria.

For more information the new app and other interesting applications developed for Nigeria by Nigerians, please visit http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/

BlackBerry Academic Program launches in Nigeria

RIM - BlackBerry - Press Releases - September 25, 2012 

BlackBerry Academic Program launches in Nigeria 

Yaba College of Technology joins global BlackBerry education program, supporting young mobile developers in Nigeria

September 25 2012: Lagos, Nigeria - Research In Motion (RIM) the maker of BlackBerry® smartphones and BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablets, today announced it is launching the BlackBerry® Academic Program in Nigeria. The Yaba College of Technology, a leading Nigerian tertiary institution based in Lagos, is introducing the free-to-use BlackBerry resources to their students, joining a worldwide program that includes nearly 700 institutions in more than 113 countries.

Robert Bose, Regional Managing Director for Africa and the Middle East said, “Nigerians are a very important part of our global developer community so we are very excited to announce the Yaba College of Technology is joining the BlackBerry Academic Program. As part of our commitment to the Nigerian market, and the Nigerian government’s ICT initiatives, this underlines our strategic aim to support the future generation of mobile software developers, and to help create new jobs in this country. We also extend the invitation to more universities here in Nigeria to become part of this global network.”

The BlackBerry Academic Program, which is available to tertiary institutions and students throughout Nigeria and around the world, gives educators access to the latest teaching resources and BlackBerry technologies, equipping students with the knowledge and practical hands-on experience to enhance their development skills and create apps.

Dr. (Mrs.) Margaret Kudi Ladipo, Rector of Yaba College of Technology said, “We are proud to be one of the first institutions in Nigeria to officially sign up to the BlackBerry Academic Program. The mobile market, specifically app development, presents infinite opportunities for the future generation of Nigerians. Together with RIM, the BlackBerry Academic Program will help Yaba College equip our students with new skills and knowledge that will enable them to take advantage of the local and global opportunities available on the BlackBerry platform, a leading platform in the mobile market.”

Students at a number of universities in Nigeria are already benefiting from access to the tools and resources of BlackBerry Academic Program through the web, including individuals at the Lagos State University, the Federal University of Technology Akure, Ekiti State University and Babcock University. In addition a large number of independent students are making use of program’s resources for the purpose of self-study.

Robert Bose added, “Today, staff and students in more than 100 institutions across Africa are using BlackBerry academic resources to prepare students embarking on careers and starting businesses in the fast growing mobile computing sector. As the leading smartphone vendor in Nigeria and across Africa, we believe that providing access to knowledge, skills and technology will help digital entrepreneurs take advantage of our smartphone market leadership in Africa, and reach over 78 million BlackBerry customers globally through the BlackBerry App World storefront.”

RIM is the smartphone market leader in Nigeria and South Africa, and according to researcher Canalys (Canalys Smartphone Data, Q2 2012), RIM is the number 1 smartphone vendor in Africa overall. BlackBerry continues to grow from strength to strength in Africa and both the BlackBerry® 7 OS and upcoming BlackBerry® 10 platform, represent a huge opportunity for African mobile developers. Later today at BlackBerry® Jam Americas 2012 in San Jose, California, RIM will reveal the bold, new direction BlackBerry is heading with BlackBerry 10.

In addition to the BlackBerry Academic Program, RIM is already supporting the Nigerian developer community in a number of ways. Recently, RIM brought the BlackBerry® 10 Jam World Tour to Lagos, where over 70 developers learned about developing for BlackBerry 10. The next BlackBerry 10 developer presentation is being held at the AppGig event at NigeriaCom on Thursday 27th September at the Eko Hotel & Suite, Kuramo Waters, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Nigerian developers are already successfully creating local apps and content on the BlackBerry platform, which are available on BlackBerry App World™. These include the Nigerian Constitution App, by Pledge51 for access to important constitutional information, SeeAm, to find the location of all ATMs throughout Nigeria and the EssentialApp, a free-to-download BlackBerry® Messenger (BBM™) integrated app that provides a useful guide for entertainment and day-to-day life in Nigeria. Hear more from Nigerian developers here about why they develop for BlackBerry.

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Notes to editors:

For more information on the BlackBerry Academic Program please visit: http://www.blackberry.com/academic

For more information about BlackBerry in Nigeria visit http://worldwide.blackberry.com/ng/. Or you visit us on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/BlackBerryNG.

For more information about applications developed for Nigeria by Nigerians, please visit http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/


To hear more about recent BlackBerry 10 Dev Jam events in Africa, visit the BlackBerry Dev blog: http://devblog.blackberry.com/2012/09/blackberry-10-jam-nigeria-kenya/#more-11083

About the BlackBerry Academic Program
The BlackBerry Academic Program is the central element of RIM’s support for global education. The program helps students gain further knowledge of concepts related to mobile computing such as networks, spectrum, efficient use of battery life and mobile application development. Its aim is to bring new opportunities and industry relevant mobile computing curriculum that will prepare students for the wireless world.

Universities, like Yaba College of Technology, that participate in the program have access to materials to train students in the essentials of mobile application development on the BlackBerry platform as well as the administration and support of BlackBerry technologies in an enterprise environment. Through BlackBerry Academic Program partnerships, RIM provides learning materials, devices, software and other resources that reflect the most current technological trends. BlackBerry smartphones and BlackBerry PlayBook tablets are provided to facilitate a vital hands-on learning experience.

Nokia expands Asha Touch range to offer consumers smarter Internet experiences

Nokia - Press Releases - September 25, 2012 

Nokia expands Asha Touch range to offer consumers smarter Internet experiences

Jakarta, Indonesia - Nokia today unveiled the Nokia Asha 308 and Nokia Asha 309 , the latest additions to the Asha Touch family of mobile devices. The dual SIM Nokia Asha 308 and single SIM Nokia Asha 309 give consumers fast web access at low cost. To create this smarter Internet experience, Nokia released a new version of Nokia Xpress Browser, which enables up to 90% more efficient mobile browsing and faster access to rich web applications compared to conventional browsers.

Nokia Asha 308 Dual SIM (Asha Touch family)

The new devices offer a fluid 'swipe' user interface and an open environment for third-party application development, characteristics that have earned the complete Asha Touch range full smartphone classification from global market research companies and analysts such as GfK and IDC.

"Our innovative Asha Touch family of devices is designed for people who want a great smartphone experience with lower running costs," said Timo Toikkanen, executive vice president, Mobile Phones, Nokia. "By introducing the Nokia Asha 308 and Nokia Asha 309 , we're expanding our affordable smartphone lineup and bringing new mobile experiences to more people."

Nokia estimates the retail price for the Nokia Asha 308 and Nokia Asha 309 to be about USD 99, excluding taxes and subsidies, with shipping expected to start in the fourth quarter 2012.

Nokia Asha 309 (Asha Touch family)

Nokia's most affordable capacitive touchscreen device

The Nokia Asha 308 and Nokia Asha 309 are Nokia's most affordable capacitive touchscreen devices to date. A view shared by independent analysts is that the Asha line represents great smartphones available for less than USD 99. "Nokia's Asha Touch family delivers all the core smartphone experiences, and with the new software developer kit, provides ever-increasing flexibility for developers to build compelling new experiences for consumers," said Will Stofega, Mobile Phone Program Director, IDC.

The Nokia Asha 308 and Nokia Asha 309 are 2G-enabled devices featuring a 3.0'' WQVGA capacitive display, multiple home screens, stereo radio, loud speakers and up to 32GB microSD card support. The Nokia Asha 309 is the single SIM variant with WiFi, while the Nokia Asha 308 is a dual SIM device featuring Nokia's industry-leading Easy Swap technology. Easy Swap enables people to switch between multiple SIM cards quickly and easily to get the best local tariffs without having to remove the battery or turn off the phone.

The phones also come with the free* gift of 40 premium EA games, social features such as standalone Facebook and Twitter clients, the Nokia Messaging Service, and video streaming through the browser from sites like YouTube - a first within the Asha Touch range.

New Services and Developer Tools

Nokia also introduced two extensions to its Xpress Browser Internet platform, the only cloud-based web browser to support web apps:

• The Nokia Nearby web app helps people discover new places by searching nearby locations and presenting the options on a map. The service is available via Nokia Xpress Browser or as a feature within Nokia Maps.
• The Nokia Life+ web app will give millions of people access to content that spans education, health and infotainment to enhance their daily lives. Nokia Life+ is available in English across 18 countries, with local versions coming to India, China and Indonesia in the fourth quarter of this year. Nokia Life+ can be accessed through Nokia Xpress Browser or the Nokia Store.

Both services work with Asha Touch smartphones. In addition to these services, Nokia introduced a new web-based tool that makes it even easier to build new applications. With Nokia Xpress Web App Builder, publishers can create appealing web apps for Asha Touch devices, and even novices can turn their web content into a fun and sophisticated web app for Nokia consumers.

*Data costs may apply.

Device images are available at www.press.nokia.com .

Xpress Web App Builder is available at xpresswebapps.nokia.com

About Nokia Nokia is a global leader in mobile communications whose products have become an integral part of the lives of people around the world. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people use their Nokia to capture and share experiences, access information, find their way or simply to speak to one another. Nokia's technological and design innovations have made its brand one of the most recognized in the world. For more information, visit http://www.nokia.com/about-nokia

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