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I really love the N900. It’s a great all-round piece of gadgetry: crazy multi-tasking, best browser so far, speedy performance and 4 home screens that make trips to the menu a rare thing. On top of that there’s the great Skype integration and it’s simply fun to use. It even has graphics that could make a PSP proud and and an open platform that would make a developer blush. And yes, out of memory warnings and apps closing on their own are finally a thing of the past. Even with its geek phone status, it also seems to appeal more to the average consumer, when comapred to other recent Nokia phones like the N97. Despite having a lot going for it, Nokia seems to have forgotten about the mighty N900. Here’s why.

1.No free, voice guided turn-by turn navigation: When devices like the E72, N97 and X6 received their lifetime free navigation upgrade, N900 owners had to watch in envy as their device didn’t even have voice guided turn-by turn navigation. We are not even sure whether  this update will come eventually or whether they will just skip it and focus on their next Maemo/MeeGo device.

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The Nokia N900 has received a small 16.2Mb over-the-air update that brings it up V3.2010.02-08 (PR1.1.1). This is likely an over-the-air only update that has started to hit many, but not all product codes and should reach most if not all by this week.

This minor update will make room for a second, major update that’s supposed to come out very soon that could bring Qt to the N900.

Other than make way for the upcoming major firmware, it also should properly support OpenGL ES 1.1 and fix a bug that I’ve been experiencing myself where the N900 can’t to a WiFi network until it is restarted. More of these community reported fixes can be found here.

What other changes have you noticed?

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When we reviewed the Nokia CP-321, we loved the classic design, but without any access to the microUSB, 3.5mm headphone jack, and camera it wasn’t for everybody. Nokia went back to the drawing board and magically the CP-408 appeared. From the picture above we can see that the case allows access to every single feature of the N900, including the camera. The design isn’t unknown for Nokia, as the same basic design was used on the CP-235 case for the Nokia N95 8GB. See the similarities?

You can bet we’ll review this case as soon as it comes out.

Do you prefer the classic look of the CP-321 or the utility of the CP-408?

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In a previous post I mentioned how much I love the Nokia N900’s Sketch app. It’s a very powerful little app and a formidable tool to create art. I always have my N900 with me, which means I also always have a way to do sketches or full blown drawings, which is a very relaxing way for those moments of down time. For this reason I decided to create a special section called the N900 Sketch Gallery, to showcase the possibilities of the N900 as an art tool. This shows how mobile tech, in particular our Nokia devices, can not only make our lives easier, but create  Above is the latest addition to the N900 Sketch Gallery, called "Row of Space."

Remember to add your creations to the Sketches from the N900 Flickr group. If you’re planning to sketch on your N900, I highly recommend using a screen protector.

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The first images of  Mugen Power’s N900 extended has appeared on the their site and is reported to be shipping in “limited quantity” on March 1st. This 2400 mAh battery, also known as the HLI-N900XL almost doubles the N900’s included Nokia BL-5J battery capacity (1320mAh) at the cost of a much thicker N900 that also seems to loose the kick-stand.

While this photo is  considered a “draft” we can be certain that it will make the N900 a lot thicker. In my opinion it’s at a certain capacity where it isn’t that attractive: At 2400 mAh it doesn’t seem to have enough juice to justify the thickness. The N97’s extended battery came in at a whopping 3600mAh. I’m not so sure either that I’m willing to give up the kick-stand anytime soon. They should have given it a really large capacity 3000+ mAh or just tad more than the original battery to avoid any increase in size.

If you haven’t decided yet, you still have plenty of time to think before March 1st. I’m actually looking forward to the Powermat Powerpack batteries that are set to give some popular Nokia phones wireless charging capabilities, including the Nokia N900.

Via: Nokia Addict

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Maemo.org member “Fake” has created a laser-cut 3-piece acrylic or wood stand for the N900 and his now taking order/pre-orders for this creation. Because he wasn’t happy with the N900’s kick-stand, he decided to create his own that not only holds the N900 at a more comfortable and stable angle, but also has a place for the stylus.

The prices range anywhere form $10 for a wooden model to two acrylic models for $30.

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Jay did a sketch, MS Jen did it too. Judging by this Flickr group, it seems that many of you tried to sketch using the N900, with some impressive results to show. I simply had to try it, but could this beat  my trusty pencil and paper? My experience so far has proven that it’s pretty difficult to even come close when it comes to accuracy.

All I can say now, is that I’m hooked. The combination of the N900 and the Sketch app proved to have impressive pixel sharp accuracy. Even better is the ability to get every possible shade and tint, allowing me to mix and match the colors to create depth, shading, etc. Since I always have my N900 with me, it can now double as a handy way to create quick sketches or even take photographs as inspiration for future art projects. I could also upload them to various Flickr or Facebook groups to share my ideas and inspiration with others. Above you can see my first attempt with the Sketch app.

The app lacks any fancy picture editing feature, but Nokia could develop this into a fully featured and make it one of the star apps for the Maemo OS. Even if they don’t, the Sketch is a very powerful little tool that I will be using in the next couple of weeks to see what it’s really capable of!

Do you…Sketch?

If so, join the Sketches from the N900 Flickr group and share you creations.

Update: Eventhough the N900 can handle a lot, I would highly recommend using a screen protector, to avoid screen getting scratched. Sketching sometimes takes some heavy use of the stylus which could result in in fine scratches. Sketch safe and use a screen protector

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Recently we told you that Joikuspot for the N900 was on its way, but now we have an even better news: it should be here within three weeks, according to Lasse Maki, CTO and Founder of Joikusoft.

Another interesting details, especially if your thinking of transfering your Symbian license to your N900, is that it won’t be possible, well at least not initially. Apparently this has to do with the fact that the Maemo OS has totally new environment and their existing DRM solution will not be supported from the start. This means that you’ll probably have to shell out another 7 Euros for that Premium license.

Along with the extra details, they also released several new screen shots, showing more of the simple but pretty UI, should look right at home on the N900.

Are you getting Joikuspot Premium for your N900?

Via: The Nokia Blog

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Helping to feed people’s unstoppable appetite for  Weather and let’s not forget the productivity apps, there’s the excellent Documents To Go for Maemo and now KOffice. There’s now an Alpha version available through the Extras-developer repositories.

As the a result, the usual word of caution applies here. This version supports text files, spreadsheets and presentations in OpenDocument format (ODF) and Microsoft Office formats. The viewer requires the latest update (PR1.1) to the N900 software.

If you don’t have the Extras-developer repositories, you should create a new catalog in the App. manager:

After you’ve updated,  a new 9 megabyte app should appear with the “’freoffice” name. Even considering it’s as an Extras-developer app, it seems to be a less refined solution, when compared to Documents To Go for Maemo. On the other hand, there’s no denying that it cost the incredible price of $0.

The question now is, which of these solutions will get document editing first. I’m betting on Documents To Go for Maemo, especially with the Mobile World Congress, just around the corner?

This seems a like a battle between Microsoft Office and Openoffice, but on the mobile front. Which do you prefer? Documents To Go for Maemo or KOffice?

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Joikusoft has posted information regarding the upcoming JoikuSpot for the Maemo OS. It seems that the solution for the N900 will be published soon, sporting a new UI showing  the actual throughput speed. They also said that we could expect “much more.” We aren’t sure what the extras will be or whether they will offer a Premium and Light version, but what we do know is that interface looks beautiful with its analog meters. With Maemo’s flexibility and power, we’ve known for a while now that it would offer some pretty slick UI options and Joikuspot seems to be a prime example of what’s possible.