But when Nokia do a high-end phone well, they do it really well. Like the N78, for example. This piece of black art doesn’t feature a whole heap of buttons, instead opting for a touch-sensitive surface with raised ridges to give you some feedback. And depending on which function you’re using, the keys will change, making it easy to take photos, listen to music and use the phone. At least in theory – we’ve got one sitting at our desk that we’re about to crack open to review.
At the same time that we’re excited by the potential of this phone, you should be excited by the potential of winning one. You see, the guys at Nokia have generously given us two of these gorgeous handsets to giveaway to Giz readers.
We’re going to give one away each week for the next two weeks. If you want one, you’ll need to tell us in 25 words or less: “Which feature of the new Nokia N78 do you think is the best and why?” Pop your entries in the comments section below.
If you need some guidance, check out this post for ideas. While you’re busy pondering the best use of 25 words to win (I’ll give you a hint – I like to be entertained), I’ll be playing around with an N78 here to give you a full review in the coming week or so.
So what are you waiting for?
justin naron
July 7, 2008 at 4:20 PM
with 3.2 mp cam, it can clearly show my friend’s tears, crying holding his iphone with 2mp. i’ll send it. promise.
Report PermalinkJade
July 7, 2008 at 4:25 PM
the fact that you can use it to talk to other people…. efficiently
Report PermalinkRon E
July 7, 2008 at 4:26 PM
i belive the best feature would be the wifi so i can visit sites that my fionce would not like me to be looking at….. like ummm gizmodo….
Report PermalinkHeath D
July 7, 2008 at 4:45 PM
It has to be the touch-sensitiveness, check out the marksmanship it’s so Finnish.
Report PermalinkScott Hebbard
July 7, 2008 at 4:49 PM
The N78 has great memory, Wi-FI, Geo tagging and a camera. The best feature is the four-way navigation key.
Report PermalinkEddie K
July 7, 2008 at 4:51 PM
Symbian OS lets me install Freware version of Tetris! So handy when you’re suffering from constipation :)
Report PermalinkStevo The Devo
July 7, 2008 at 4:58 PM
N78, N SEVENTY EIGHT, EN SEVENTY ATE, ENSEVENTYATE, ENDSEVENTIACHE, ENDSTEVENTIACHE, ENDSTEVENSACHE, END STEVENS ACHE!
He NEEDS to retire his 6670 with 3G, WiFi, Symbian goodness!
Report PermalinkWilliam
July 7, 2008 at 5:02 PM
It is great, because in Gizmodo I trust: “Nokia N78 candybar mobile comes absolutely loaded” – jesusdiaz
Report PermalinkDaniel H
July 7, 2008 at 5:03 PM
There are those that dream of owning an iPhone, and then there are the clever people who want the Nokia N78! Gizmodo on the run!
Report PermalinkAdam Sweeney
July 7, 2008 at 5:11 PM
My wish, can’t find the remote, use the N78 remote control application, now all I need is a remote that I can make calls on.
Report PermalinkMarc
July 7, 2008 at 5:17 PM
The removal of buttons, as the only thing to fail on my N73 are the buttons. nokia make the best phones!
Report PermalinkDavey
July 7, 2008 at 5:18 PM
I like the power connector thingy.
Report Permalinklamul
July 7, 2008 at 5:20 PM
The red exclamation mark button. Hang up on whiney friends and relatives with twice the gusto!
Report Permalinkattila
July 7, 2008 at 5:21 PM
Geo-tagging means I will know where I was on Saturday night and therefore where I will hopefully again find the girl in my photos.
Report PermalinkSimon
July 7, 2008 at 5:22 PM
The 8gb memory is perfect for storing all my pornogra…. i mean my important work documents that can be viewed on the document viewer..
Report Permalinkglen richards
July 7, 2008 at 5:28 PM
the gps.. after getting drunk, passing out somewhere random and not knowing where i am, i can still find home or another bar.
Report PermalinkJackAttack
July 7, 2008 at 5:33 PM
mmm… candybar *drools*
what question were we supposed to be answering again?
Report PermalinkDanR
July 7, 2008 at 5:44 PM
Nokia N78 – Remembers where you were when you took that photo of that really hot girl, even if you can’t.
Report PermalinkAdam Parker
July 7, 2008 at 5:51 PM
My favorite feature would have to be wi-fi, it will allow me to access my emails at work or at home, it will also allow me to get my fix of Gizmodo.
Report PermalinkHenry
July 7, 2008 at 5:53 PM
Automatic Geotagging cause sometimes you just can’t remember [where you were]/[what you did] last night. 3.2MP camera for [Who you were] with that night.
Report PermalinkJames C
July 7, 2008 at 5:57 PM
The new interface means that the n78 is the most fun you can have touching without ending up with a restraining order.
Report PermalinkLouise
July 7, 2008 at 5:58 PM
I would have to say Assisted GPS, how could I not fall in love with a phone that can tell me how to get to the shops & buy more shoes.
Report PermalinkAJ
July 7, 2008 at 6:02 PM
Coming soon (hopefully) to 88.3FM is AJFM. For now… its just static.
Report PermalinkRangott
July 7, 2008 at 6:19 PM
“The geotagging feature is great for when you get too pissed in the city and lose your way. Ill just take a photo of that giant coke sign…”
Report PermalinkClayton Morris
July 7, 2008 at 6:38 PM
Call me a luddite, but I like the FM radio.
Report PermalinkNow I can listen to that, when drunk mates call to say they love me!