Testing a newer build of MeeGo, MeeGo Handset UX (build 1.1.80.0.20101001.1 + updated graphics drivers from Stskeeps) on a Nokia N900. Demonstrated apps (apart from the normal Handset UX and its auto-rotation): That Rabbit Game (QGraphicsView using QGLWidget as viewport) and a MeeGo Touch prototype of gPodder’s podcast list.

Finally the Nokia C7-00 smartphone now up for pre-order in Europe. The Symbian^3 device officially announced by Nokia last week at Nokia World event in London, and it appears that it is already making the first steps towards having the device available on user’s hands.

The Nokia C7 boasts a 3.5 inch touch screen (640 x 360 pixels), an 8 megapixel camera with dual LED flash, HD quality 720p resolution, Bluetooth 3.0 802.11b/g/n WiFi, 8 GB internal memory, 3.5mm AV connector, BL-5K 1200 mAh battery, microSD expansion up to 32GB and support for Ovi services.

Nokia C7 currently available on pre-order in several countries in Europe includes  Germany, Netherlands and Spain. The price for pre-order seems to be 439€ (60 EUR cheaper than the Nokia N8). The phone will be available at the end of October.

Above is a Hands-On Video of a new Nokia C3 Touch and Type recorded at Nokia World 2010. The Nokia C3 was officially announced 2nd day of Nokia World, its a a Series 40 6th Edition Feature pack 1 phone supporting quad-band GSM, quad-band WCDMA, HSPA and WLAN. The C3-01 offers a 2.4-inch screen, 5Mpix Full Focus camera with flash, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, support for up to 32 GB memory card and “Touch and Type” user interface which combines key pad functionality with touch display.

The C3 Touch and Type is expected to cost 145 Euros before taxes or subsidies and will start shipping in the fourth quarter of this year.

Nokia E7 has announced at Nokia World 2010 in London, the smartphone running Symbian^3, has both a touchscreen and full QWERTY keyboard. It is slightly thicker than N8, The E7 comes with a 4 inch touchscreen, a 4 row keypad, built in a 8MP camera, HDMI and more.

Nokia E7 Price

The price of upcoming Nokia E7 is close to 640 USD approx and Price in India would cost atleast Rs.30000 approx before taxes. We can expect this device to cost Rs.30-33K range at launch.

No info is available on pricing except Europe at this point.

UK retailer Expansys would sell the E7 for 584.99 GBP from Jan 11 2011

Nokia E7 Launch Date

A leaked UK release roadmap showed us that the E7 was coming and it was expected to hit UK stores in November 2010. Nokia has also confimed today that the E7 will be available in last quarter of 2010.

Nokia today announced a new Mobile TV Headset Accessory, the DVB-H. This accessory is all you need to turn your mobile device into a portable television. As long as there’s mobile DVB-H (Digital Video Broadband – Handset) coverage, you can tune into sports events or TV shows and watch them without worrying about an Internet connection. DVB-H is also kinder to your battery life than Web TV solutions. The Mobile TV Headset works with the Nokia N8 and other Symbian^3 devices that come with the USB-on-the-go feature.

DVB-H coverage is still rare in many countries, due to various reasons like Licensing issues or lack of frequency availability, so make sure the service is available before you make your purchase. So far DVB-H is available in the Netherlands, Russia, New Delhi and Helsinki. The DVB-H is expected in Q4 2010 with estimated price of 40 Euros (Indian Rs2350 , US $50).