Thursday, April 9, 2009

Nokia Is Catching Up on Touch Screen

According to an article from thestreet.com, Nokia has finally embraced the touchscreen movement. The Finnish phone titan has plans to introduce three devices that feature big touchscreens and so-called Qwerty keypads.

One of the new models to be rolled out over the next 12 months has a 4.2-inch touchscreen and a "hidden slide-out keyboard," and is considered a mobile Internet device or tablet. The device is targeted for introduction in the fourth quarter before Christmas.

The second device is called project Nautilus, and it apparently emphasizes a very slim touchscreen design. A sensor is used to extend or withdraw the keyboard into the phone. The keypad is said to be ultrathin, but when it slides out the Qwerty keys rise for easier typing. The first Nautilus phone isn't due for another year.

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