Nokia launches 5330 Mobile TV Edition

Monday, 23 November 2009 11:01  |  Michael Schwartz

Nokia has announced its Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition, an entertainment hub that combines mobile broadcast TV (DVB-H), social networking, music and gaming in one compact 3G device. With mobile broadcast TV consumption on the rise - by 2012 there will be over 300 million people worldwide watching TV on their mobile phones - this handset offers easy access to anyone wanting to enjoy the live, on-the-move TV experience.

 Thanks to the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition's DVB-H technology, programmes “burst through the QVGA 2.4" screen in full-colour, crystal clear, sharp images.” One can plug in 3.5mm headphones for personal viewing or use the loudspeaker option to share the experience with friends and family.

With one-click access to live broadcasts, the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition can pick up the key channels, set reminders for favourite shows to make sure key episodes aren't missed, and create personal channel lists with Nokia's innovative Electronic Program Guide (EPG).

The Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition provides broadcast picture quality while the headset acts as an antenna for reception, so “no blank screens or interference during those all important moments.” The battery life gives up to six hours of DVB-H usage, enough time to watch three football matches or six episodes of a soap opera before recharging.

The 5330 mobile also comes with all the latest social networking software, making it simple to stay in touch with friends via Ovi Contacts, Facebook, MySpace and YouTube. One can post status updates for friends and family to follow or one can instant message (IM) them via Windows Live(TM) Messenger, Google Talk, Yahoo! Messenger, ICQ, AOL and many others.

Nokia and Nokia Siemens Networks work with more than 30 operators worldwide on Mobile TV implementations. Commercial launches with Mobile TV services based on DVB-H and OMA BCAST standards include Austria, Finland, Ghana, Kenya, India, Italy, Namibia, Nigeria, Netherland, Philippines and Switzerland. Additional commercial launches can be expected during the next 12-18 month in more than 20 countries.

Francois Theron, CEO at DStv Mobile, which is very active in Africa, comments: "DStv Mobile has rolled out DVB-H networks in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana and Namibia and we are currently rolling out a number of new networks in other African countries. Our success has been built around offering innovative and premium television content at an affordable price while facilitating access to inexpensive handsets which suit the requirements of consumers in Africa. The introduction of the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition is a welcome development as Nokia is a trusted brand in Africa and will further encourage television viewers to access entertainment, sport and news on the DStv Mobile platforms."

More info:

• www.nokia.com