29th December, 2004
Nokia selected as the first 3G handset partner for Hong Kong CSL
Nokia selected as the first 3G handset partner for Hong Kong CSL
December 29, 2004
The megapixel Nokia 6630 smartphone takes full advantage of CSL's high-speed 3G WCDMA network Helsinki, Finland - Nokia today announced that CSL has selected Nokia as their first 3G handset partner and have chosen the Nokia 6630 smartphone for their 3G WCDMA product portfolio. The Nokia 6630 phone offers online e-mail, capability to download and view e-mail attachments, mobile broadband access to multimedia content, live video streaming and video conferencing. "We congratulate CSL for their commercial 3G network launch and we are delighted to work as their first 3G handset partner. We will continue to work closely together in bringing unique and exciting 3G mobile experience to CSL customers through the Nokia 6630 smartphone," said Bruce Lam, General Manager, Hong Kong & Macau, Customer & Market Operations, Nokia "With the demand for multimedia mobile content and data growing strongly, we believe the 3G mass market is here. With its powerful imaging and computer features, Nokia 6630 works seamlessly with our integrated 3G / EDGE mobile network and is ideal for bringing CSL's business and consumer 3G services to life," said Hubert Ng, Chief Executive Officer, CSL. The Nokia 6630 smartphone will be available through CSL stores in Hong Kong. Based on Symbian OS, the Nokia 6630 phone is a tri-band handset designed to work on 3G (WCDMA), EDGE and 2G (GSM 900/1800/1900) networks around the world. Compared to current GSM networks, WCDMA enables ten times higher data speeds and better quality of service to mobile and portable wireless devices. Weighing 127 grams and measuring 110 x 60 x 21 mm, the Nokia 6630 is currently the lightest globally available megapixel dual-mode phone for GSM and WCDMA networks. About Hong Kong CSL Limited ("CSL")CSL is a pioneer in the mobile communications market in Hong Kong. The Company launched its mobile services in 1983, and today operates a world-class GSM / WCDMA network through its mobile brands: 1O1O and One2Free. Pioneer to introduce HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE and MMS, the Company launched 3G and Wi-Fi Service In December 2004. CSL is 100% owned by Telstra. For more information about CSL, please visit www.hkcsl.com About NokiaNokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. Media Enquiries: CSLVivian Shek Tel: +852 28835029 Email: vivian.yl.shek@hkcsl.com Nokia MultimediaCommunicationsTel: +358 7180 45751E-mail: press.office@nokia.com Nokia (HK) LimitedEmily HungTel: +85 22597 0100Email: emily.hung@nokia.com www.nokia.com Editor's note: Pictures of the Nokia 6630 smartphone are available at www.nokia.com/press
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