I just went to
www.n-gage.com and found some info on the new, redesigned "N-Gage QD."
SYSTEM INFORMATION (taken from
www.n-gage.com):
DESIGN
Size
Metric:
* Weight: 143 g (with standard battery)
* Dimensions: 118 x 68 x 22 mm, 123cc
US:
* Weight: 5.05 ounces
* Dimensions: 4.65 x 2.68 x .87 inches
Improved Games-Oriented Design
* Hot swap MMC-card slot for quicker game insertion and switching
* Game key for quick launch
* Game auto-start when game card is inserted
* Select function removed from rocker key for better gaming
* Game manager application for memory management
* IHF speaker for game sounds plus vibrating game effects
Display and User Interface
* Illuminated high-contrast, full-graphics 4096-color display (size 176 x 208 pixels)
* Series 60 graphical user interface enabling application multitasking with five-way navigation
* Separate OK key for selecting in menus
* Separate application key, gaming shortcut key, highlighted game keys
GAMES
Interactive Games
* Ever-growing catalog of branded AAA-quality games available on game cards (MMC)
* All games fully compatible with both N-Gage and N-Gage QD game decks
* Single-player and local multiplayer games using Bluetooth wireless technology
* N-Gage Arena game services include cheats, additional levels, and community features (chat)
* N-Gage Arena launcher software pre-installed to access N-Gage Arena
* Download Javaâ„¢-based games and N-Gage Arena features over the air
MESSAGING AND CONNECTIVITY
Enhanced Messaging
* Full email support (IMAP4, POP3, SMTP, MIME2)
* Multimedia messaging (send, reply, forward, play audio, stop audio, insert multimedia content) enables easy and more colorful messaging with compatible devices
* Enhanced SMS support including: multiple SMS sending, SMS concatenation, templates, smileys, and picture messages
* Instant Messaging with Chat application
Note: Messaging features are dependent on the network as well as on the compatibility of devices used and content formats supported.
Wireless Connectivity
* Data support HSCSD, GPRS Multislot Class 6 (2+2, 3+1, class B)
* Bluetooth wireless technology supports real-time multiplayer gaming and data sharing
* Wireless phone-to-phone or phone-to-PC connectivity
* Send/receive pictures, graphics, and business cards
* Play games
* SyncML
High-Speed Data
* HSCSD up to 43.2 kilobits
* GPRS up to 40.2 kilobits (Class B, 3+1, 2+2)
Java Technology
* Supports the standard Java 2 Micro Edition (J2MEâ„¢)
Content with XHTML Browser
* XHTML browser
* Over-the-air download of new Java-based games/game levels
WAP
* XHTML over GSM data, HSCSD, and GPRS
* Access current WAP services with the XHTML browser
Some features are network dependent. Please check the availability of WAP services with your network operator and/or WAP service provider.
PHONE
Memory
* 3.4 MB internal + external memory cards (32, 64, 128 and 256 MB available separately)
* Shared memory for images, contact data, calendar, messages, and add-on applications
Operating System
* Symbian OS with Java 2 Micro Edition (J2MEâ„¢) support
Personal Information Management
* Calendar
* To-Do list
* Contacts/Address book
* Pinboard
Polyphonic Ringing Tones
* Mono ringing tone composer
* MIDI and WAV ringing tones
Dual-Band Operation
* EGSM 900/GSM 1800; automatic switching between bands
* GSM 850/1900 MHz
Voice Features
* Voice dialing; memory for 20 names and numbers
* Voice recorder
* Integrated handsfree speaker
Standard Sales Package
Transceiver
ACP-12 charger
HS7-N dual mono headset
BL-6C Li-Ion Battery
Booklet (including User's Guide and Warranty card)
CD-ROM
Games brochure
Power Management
Capacity (mAh) Talk time Standby Games
BL-6C Li-Ion 1070 Up to 3.5 h Up to 240 h 5-10 h
Note: Variation in operation times will occur depending on SIM card, network settings and usage. Talk time is increased by up to 30% if half rate is active and reduced by 5% if enhanced full rate is active.
Certification Information (SAR) (PDF file, 49 KB)
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Well, I'm impressed that Nokia FINALLY listened to our complaints and redesigned the N-Gage. The new design of the N-Gage QD is more ergonomic, and is less cluttered than the original version. The battery life has been enhanced (which is very good), and the new design makes it easier to swap games.
Also, the price of the N-Gage QD has been REDUCED to only $99! This is the same price as the GBA-SP, which is a VERY good thing! Now Nokia hopes to really compete with Nintendo's GBA...
With these improvements over the original N-Gage, including the reduced price, I might get an N-Gage after all! I'm glad Nokia listened to our complaints and redesigned the N-Gage...
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Edited by - Mario Maniac on 4/15/2004 6:12:28 PM