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Would you be interested in playing your N-Gage games in N-Gage-compatible phones with a remote? Could it be interesting if combined with a TV out, as if you have a truly portable game console with you? It’s possible now because Zeemote already announced plans to distribute its Zeemote JS1 Bluetooth controller with Nokia’s N-Gage handsets and to launch its Zeemote Zeekey application. This new application enables the Zeemote JS1 Controller to work with N-Gage games and other S60 applications.

From their press release:

With a thumbstick and four assignable trigger buttons, the ergonomically designed Zeemote JS1 Controller which weighs just 47g/1.7oz, offers real analog control over Bluetooth, enabling users to truly engage with mobile games and other applications residing on the handset.

Using the remote, the user can control applications on the device that normally would require button presses. Yeah, the application will also enable the Zeemote to control other functions like mapping, music players, and even the camera!

Ah, yes. So far, the Zeemote bundled with certain N-Gage-compatible phones will offer for Germany market only, but will spread elsewhere.

Anyone from Germany has tried this controller? Please share with us here.

(Blog N-Gage via AAS)

For the owner of Nokia 6220 classic, unfortunately you can’t update that phone’s firmware for the moment. According to their official website, support for Nokia 6220 Classic has temporarily been removed from the Nokia Software Updater service. They promised that they will restore it ASAP.

Just get back soon to their website in order to get the latest update on this.

(via AllAboutSymbian)

Nokia today introduced the Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte, a new premium mobile phone that engineered from carbon fibre, titanium, polished glass and stainless steel. Carbon fibre is an ultra light and strong material that expresses a woven pattern that is both high-tech and sensuous.

Combining timeless style with superb functionality, the Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte offers the unique tap-for-time feature - consumers can tap the steel surface below the display twice and a clock appears on the screen. Background images organically change during the day, giving a unique appearance to the display. The turn-to-mute silencing mechanism allows individuals to silence incoming calls in a discrete manner by turning the phone over, screen-side down.

In addition to the 3G capabilities and 3.2 megapixel auto focus camera and high quality audio, the Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte boasts a stunning OLED display and built-in memory that has been expanded from previous offerings in the range to 4 GB. Meanwhile, Nokia’s anti-fingerprint coating reduces smudges on metal and glass and unsightly outer seams are hidden by a unique all-in-one microUSB connector.

Enhancing the experience, the Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte is delivered with an exclusive range of accessories. These include a Bluetooth touch-sensitive volume control headset, a stylish desk stand and a beautiful leather carrying case. The Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte will be available in the 3rd quarter of 2008 with an estimated retail price of EUR 1,100 exclusive of subsidies and taxes.

Nokia and Lonely Planet have announced a partnership to distribute Lonely Planet content via Nokia Maps. Travellers can purchase and download the city guides so that they have information at their fingertips whilst they are on the road. With over 100 destinations available now, and more to come, the Lonely Planet guides will help travellers to find great places to eat, shop and sleep, as well as describing the popular sights and nightlife for each destination.

“Lonely Planet is a well known brand amongst travellers and stands for adventure and editorial independence,” said Maximilian Schierstadt, head of media partnerships, Nokia context based services. “We are very excited to offer their expert local recommendations and itineraries to our Nokia Maps consumers, which will allow Nokia to continue to innovate and enable compelling location aware experiences.”

The downloads are available from today, cost EUR 7.99, and can be found in the Guides section in the Extras menu. Nokia Maps 2.0 uses vector maps provided by Navteq and TeleAtlas. Nokia Maps now has maps covering over 200 countries, with over 70 of them navigable. Maps can be downloaded over the air directly to selected devices or by using the Nokia Map Loader on a PC.

New Nokia phones are planned to be revealed next week, according to an invitation sent to media in UK. No information on the exact model name, from the invitation email you can confirm that it will be the Nseries phone.

Source [mobile-review]