Anton Sugar
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MS's efforts (lol) for Windows Phone to gain traction have their biggest chance yet with the launch of Nokia's Lumia 900, the "big brother"/higher end version of the Lumia 800. Most WP fans have been advocating to "wait for Apollo", the next big OS update that is rumored to come late this year with a higher hardware ceiling, but the Lumia 900 is gonna be too tempting for most. Two great deals here:
While ATT is offering it for $100 with a 2 year contract (with $450 no contract pricing), they are also running a "Save up to $100" deal which makes your Lumia preorder MOTHAFUCKINFREE.
In addition, Wal-Mart is offering it for $49 (Black and Cyan models only, White is available April 22):
Preorder Nokia Lumia 900 $49 with 2 year contract [Slick Deals]
Specs on the phone:
For extra HNNNNNG, the white Lumia 900 will be launching April 22nd:
Related:
AT&T promises biggest launch ever for Lumia 900
The Verge: This is my next: the Nokia Lumia 900
Co.Design: No Joke: With Lumia, Nokia Crushes The iPhone
No, I'm not trying to stir up shit with these last two articles--but they are two respected sources that should at least get you thinking about the legitimate quality of these new phones when compared to the current leaders, especially compared to the current WP offerings. If you wanted to hop onboard with WP, now is probably the best time, at least for a while. You should be able to go fondle one in your local ATT or MS store.
While ATT is offering it for $100 with a 2 year contract (with $450 no contract pricing), they are also running a "Save up to $100" deal which makes your Lumia preorder MOTHAFUCKINFREE.
In addition, Wal-Mart is offering it for $49 (Black and Cyan models only, White is available April 22):
Preorder Nokia Lumia 900 $49 with 2 year contract [Slick Deals]
Walmart (via LetsTalk) has the Nokia Lumia 900 for preorder for $49 with 2 year contract:
Black [letstalk.com]
Cyan [letstalk.com]
Price is shown after entering your zip code. List price with 2 year contract is $99 from AT&T.
Specs on the phone:
- 4.3" Clearblack AMOLED display
- 4G LTE
- 8MP autofocus camera with dual LED Flash and Carl Zeiss Lens optics, featuring Tessar 2.2/28 optics
- 1MP front-facing camera with f2.4 aperture
- 16 GB storage
- Not a hand-me-down from HTC, Samsung, etc.
For extra HNNNNNG, the white Lumia 900 will be launching April 22nd:
Related:
AT&T promises biggest launch ever for Lumia 900
AT&T and Nokia are bringing out the big guns when they launch the Lumia 900 next month.
"At all levels, this is a notch above anything we've ever done," AT&T device head Jeff Bradley said in an interview with CNET, noting that includes the launch of the iPhone.
The resources behind this campaign and the attention given underscore the importance of ensuring the Lumia 900 succeeds in the U.S. The device represents the best -- and some would argue last -- chance for for Nokia and the Windows Phone platform to have a breakout hit, something both have struggled to do in the past.
For consumers, the blitzkrieg will begin right around when the phone launches on April 8. AT&T and Nokia are readying a massive television marketing campaign to raise consumer awareness. The Lumia 900 will be the centerpiece at AT&T stores, with massive signs and posters promoting the device. Nokia and AT&T spent considerable time training store reps, and a majority of them will be carrying one with them at all times. The phone will launch with a number of accessories, which Bradley said sends an indirect message to consumers that the device is unique and important enough to get significant support.
"Before you walk in to the store, you know this is our hero phone," Bradley said, referring to the Lumia 900's flagship status.
The Verge: This is my next: the Nokia Lumia 900
So, I've finally convinced myself I can use Mango as my daily driver. What about hardware? Nokia is the only Windows Phone manufacturer who's bet the farm on the platform, and its hardware shows every device from Samsung and LG has been either forgettable, a rehash of an Android product, or both. HTC's been a little better, but they're not at Nokia's level on the Windows Phone side (and considering the circumstances, I can't blame them). But that Lumia 800... my goodness. That design! I don't think it's a stretch to say that the N9 / Lumia 800 chassis could go down as most beautiful device Nokia has ever made. In fact, I think you could say that it along with the iPhone 4 / 4S is the best phone design in history. That's not an exaggeration.
But then, Nokia... then you scale it up to a more reasonable and modern 4.3 inches, add a front-facing camera, and give it LTE. You offer it in your amazing shade of searing, unapologetic cyan, and you sell it in the US on AT&T. It's like you've personally made a bespoke phone for me.
Maybe you have! Naw... well, maybe!
I kid, of course. But look: I've been using a Galaxy Nexus since last November. That's basically an eternity in Chris Ziegler Phone Years. Android 4.0 is absolutely stellar, and apart from the miserable camera, the Galaxy Nexus is the best phone I've ever owned.
But I must be ramblin' on now. And for the moment, Nokia, you have my undivided attention.
Co.Design: No Joke: With Lumia, Nokia Crushes The iPhone
Let me be clear, Nokias phones are better than Apples, both in terms of physical and digital design. Supple, amiable, vibrant, and durable, the Lumia 800 and the slightly larger 900 are the new kings of smartphone design. The body has an original signature corner that combines two forms: the vertical tubular main form meets a rounded window for the screen. Its a fresh look at a detail many mobile phone designers tackled before. The Apple halo effect forced many design teams toward the familiar solution: a two-dimensional rounded form surrounding a screen. Nokia was brave enough to forge its own path to arriving at highly effective way of differentiating the Lumia from the rest of the pack.
The Microsoft Metro user-interface is a perfect complement to Nokias design philosophy. Unlike Android, it doesnt kowtow to Apples styling paradigm. It isnt trying to create a faux reality with drop-shadows, ugly wooden bookshelves, or even uglier leather-bound calendars. The UI is anchored in modern graphics and simple, legible, iconic icons. It is fast, easy to browse and navigate, without coming across as sterile, utilitarian, or cold. In short, its a triumph of class modern design from the European school, using Sanserif type, strong color logic, a well-executed grid, and elegant proportions.
No, I'm not trying to stir up shit with these last two articles--but they are two respected sources that should at least get you thinking about the legitimate quality of these new phones when compared to the current leaders, especially compared to the current WP offerings. If you wanted to hop onboard with WP, now is probably the best time, at least for a while. You should be able to go fondle one in your local ATT or MS store.