Nokia Nixes N93 Form Factor, For Now
Of all Nseries handsets that Nokia has issued over the years, the N90 / N92 / N93 / N93i have what is by far the most unique form factor. Is it a phone? Is it a digital camcorder? Is it a messenger? Yes, yes and yes. The camera quality, especially on the latter models, was incredible and arguably trumped even the 5 megapixel camera found on the N95 line of handsets. Yes, the handsets where a bit wide around the waist and that was likely the biggest complaint users had, but these devices attracted a pretty big ‘cult’ following that was and is reluctant to pick up another phone. These die-hards are in for some bad news unfortunately. It has been quite a while since the release of the N93i and many would say Nokia is about due for an update. According to a reliable Nokia Blog source however, that update won’t be hitting shelves any time soon. In fact, it could be more than two years before a flip-and-swivel successor makes its way to market. The source placed the time line at 2010 but failed to specify a quarter or any additional details. Whatever the case may be, we hope that once a successor comes along it sees some solid updating and refinement. First and foremost of course, how about some quad-band GSM love and a little US high speed data? Oh and please be sure to put the thing on a treadmill until it works off some of that bulk.
On May 13, 2008 @ 1:12 pm, Tyler Said:
I really liked the design of these flip phones.. The only thing holding me back from buying one is the fact that they’re aging. Another product like I would like to see Nokia update is their e70.. Maybe some T-Mobile 3G love?
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On May 13, 2008 @ 2:45 pm, CanisMinor Said:
“First and foremost of course, how … a little US high speed data?”
Argh. Why should Nokia spend $$$ developing and selling multiple 3G band phones? How about AT&T and T-Mo joining the 2100 party - is that too much to ask?
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On May 13, 2008 @ 3:01 pm, Harry Said:
“Yes, the handsets where a bit wide around the waste”
I’m pretty sure you mean “waist” - it made me do a double-take.
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On May 13, 2008 @ 3:13 pm, This Guy Said:
@ Canisminor
You obviously dont know and understand the frequency issue in the US/North America. ATT and T Mobile cant just decide to use 2100….the 2100 spectrum is used by the government in the US, and that is why they are using 850/1900/1700 for 3G. If they were able to use the 2100 band, they would have used it a long time ago.
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On May 13, 2008 @ 5:31 pm, Joseph Singer Said:
Actually, it is a little much to ask simply because T-Mobile’s 3G spectrum is 1700/2100 which does not match what AT&T has.
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On May 13, 2008 @ 6:25 pm, mosamjc Said:
You actually think you will see Tmo 3G data before you A) collect social security or B) see the deployment of LTE by Verizon and ATT? Dream on suckers.
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On May 13, 2008 @ 8:40 pm, Jeff B. Said:
Aw damn, these were like the best looking Nokias by far.
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