Two updates are now available: one for OVI Suite and the Real Golf. OVI Suite has now been updated to version 3.1.0.74 while the Real Golf has been updated to version 1.2 (3). It’s great to see how almost all aspects of Nokia devices and software can be updated via either OVI Suite and SW Update on the devices. Only thing missing is the ability to detect and update third party software. As it stands there is no way of being automatically notified of updates for third party software. Currently only Nokia’s own software components, software or games notify you when there’s an update. Fire up your OVI Suite and start updating.

Recently I reviewed the Nokia Silicone Cover CC-1005 and while it looks extremely good it does take away from the design of the N8 in the sense that it  covers the entire device with the silicone material, hiding the beautiful design and metal body. The idea behind the CC-3000 is that offers some protection, while still allowing you to show of the N8’s striking exterior. Is this better than the CC-1005? Which of the two should you get? Let’s find out.

The CC-3000 is a hard cover case made out of a soft touch plastic. Nokia is offering it in Pink, Blue, White and Black, but strangely leaving out the original Grey, Orange and Green. The chosen colors for the CC-3000 are indeed attractive and colorful, but it’s a mystery as to why there not offering a matching case for all the original colors. I can’t think of a single reason why they weren’t able to manufacturer the case in these colors. Nokia’s design department should have known that someone with a Green N8 is likely to look for a matching Green case. They could always do some mixing and matching by going for other colors, but without any doubt some will be disappointed by the lack of a corresponding case. Not offering these colors is a missed opportunity.

Update: Nokia has now created the CC-3013, CC-3001 and CC-3002 which are available in Grey, Orange and Green, however these cases are either two-toned or have a glossy material. In my opinion, Nokia should still update the CC-3000 and include these missing colors, especially for the single color and soft-touch material.

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I’ve got some great news to share, The Nokia Guide app is now on OVI Store and can be downloaded right here or you can simply search for “The Nokia Guide” in OVI Store. I’ve also included a handy link on the side bar on the right where you can also download the app. Any feedback about the app is welcome. I would also like to thanks my friends at Nokia for helping me out.

I usually don’t talk about themes here on The Nokia Guide, because I barely change my themes myself beyond the preinstalled ones. There are literally thousands of these on the net so it’s also kind of hard to keep track of what’s new and cool. Yesterday I came across an entire set of themes by mobile-review member LG1 based on the upcoming PR 2.0.  If you’re a fan of simple looking themes, you might want to take a look at these.

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A few days ago Nokia Conversations was conducting a poll to possibly decide on a new color for the Nokia N8, a special edition model of some sorts. While taking a look at Nokia’s accessories page, I found some proof that the next color for the N8 might turn out to be Red.

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There are many applications out there that control a device’s LED Flash or screen for use as torch, but if you don’t want to mess with any applications and just want a quick way to access the E7’s torch light, this tip is for you. Just hold down the Lock Switch for about 3 seconds to activate it and hold down again to turn it off. The device will vibrate to indicate when the torch turns on or off.

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OVI Maps 3.6 has graduated from Nokia Beta Labs, which means that we finally have the final version of Maps 3.6 ready to download. Version 3.6 is a much improved version, you can see what’s new right here.

How To Update

Now chances are you already have the Beta version installed and OVI store will only give you the option to “Launch” as it assumes that you already have the latest version. Here’s an easy way to update to the final version 3.6 or v3.06 11wk10 b01.

1.Go to the OVI Map page on your PC using your browser. It can be found here. Remember to Log in.

2. Put “/download” at the end of the URL, so it should like this: http://store.ovi.com/content/100493/download and download the .sis file to your PC.

3.Install the application using OVI Suite on your Symbian^3 device and it should install overwrite the Beta version.

4.In OVI Maps go to: ?>About Maps> Versions and it should say “v3.06 11wk10 b01.”

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Plemix currently has one of the best deals on the Nokia E7, going for $605 dollars. Adding the code YOUTUBE10 takes another $10 bringing it down to $595. What’s also interesting is thatt they have both the Silver and Grey model in stock. Doing a little search for the E7 reveals that almost all stores seem to only have the Silver model in stock. Plemix does sell APAC (Asia-Pacific) models which in thise case means nothing other than an Asian product code. If you’re looking for a good deal on the E7 or the hard-to-find Grey model, this just might be the deal to get.