The Nokia N97… we’ve heard from a few folks about their first impressions so now it’s my turn. So, what are my initial thoughts about the N97? Well, given I haven’t had my hands on one yet I can offer up some thoughts from a distance…
So, what are my initial thoughts about the N97? Well, given I haven’t had my hands on one yet I can offer up some thoughts from a distance…
I’m likely most excited about the whopping 32 GB of internal flash memory… oh, and you can also expand that with another 16GB via MicroSD card. The integrated GPS accompanied by a bonus inclusion of a magnetometer means that some exciting location-aware applications will eventually support this device. Speaking of mobile LBS apps, the addition of the new Nokia Maps 3 with turn-by-turn directions, friendly walking directions, satellite imagery and more mean that there’s no need for any N97 user to also have to pay for an additional PND service and device in the vehicle. I’m also excited about hearing that the N97 is being tied to the concept of ‘social location’ ie. sharing content that your capturing and creating with others via your social networks, all tied to your location as well… this is indeed what people want.
Other items that get me excited about the N97… Read more in the full article over on LBSzone