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mdlbearPortable Media: Nokia N810 Internet Tablet Officially Announced (Gizmodo)
In case you're wondering why N doesn't just add cell phone capability, it's actually pretty obvious when you think about it. The form factor isn't really very good for a phone, and it will already talk Bluetooth to whatever you have in your pocket. This way they don't have to negotiate with the carriers about which features to lock down (the way Apple had to), and don't have to supply multiple versions for the various incompatible cellphone technologies.
As we foreshadowed earlier, the Linux-based Nokia N810 internet tablet is now official. The little PC that's scarcely larger than the palm of your hand hooks up to the internet via Wi-Fi, and also can snag a Bluetooth connection with your cellphone. With its highly desirable slide-out keyboard, looks like some tough competition for the iPod touch.With a camera, keyboard, and GPS, all you need is a bluetooth phone and you have it all. Tempting.
It also adds GPS capability with tons of preloaded maps complete with points of interest to get you where you want to go. It has 2GB of internal storage, but when you stick a 10GB memory card in there, you can be well stocked with music, too, or view videos on its 4.13-inch 800x480 wide touchscreen.
While that's the same rez as its Nokia N800 predecessor, the N810 improves upon that with a 20% brighter screen and a 400MHz processor. Shipping in November, it's a pretty good deal at $479.
In case you're wondering why N doesn't just add cell phone capability, it's actually pretty obvious when you think about it. The form factor isn't really very good for a phone, and it will already talk Bluetooth to whatever you have in your pocket. This way they don't have to negotiate with the carriers about which features to lock down (the way Apple had to), and don't have to supply multiple versions for the various incompatible cellphone technologies.
