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?
Alan
July 7, 2008 at 6:39 PM
I really like the internet-radio feature. I’m guessing most people that have lived in QLD can relate.
Report PermalinkWonjoon Kim
July 7, 2008 at 7:08 PM
GPS assisted by WLAN and HSPDA 3G connectivity help us to find where we are and where we goes. The Greatest feature over all.
Report PermalinkKalem Murray
July 7, 2008 at 7:15 PM
The 3.2 megapixel camera is the best feature. I can now zoom in on things to make them look bigger, and get away with it.
Report Permalinko
July 7, 2008 at 7:22 PM
the fact that there are no actual buttons yet there is actual feedback means less hardware issues, ive had 2 phones broken bybutton issues
Report PermalinkPat
July 7, 2008 at 8:08 PM
Definately the Battery Cover.
Report PermalinkImagine if you will, a grimy downtown bar with a couple of mob fellas – a scene not dissimilar to that found in Goodfellas.
Johnny the Ass: You disrespecting me squeeler? That’s it, boys give me your phone’s battery cover, im’a shove it down this guys throat so it comes out his ass.
Jimmy the Lips: Ahhh..sorry boss, i just got an iPhone, it’s battery cover is nothing.
Freddy the Star: I’ll cover this, my Nokia N78 got a battery cover as big as mamma’s pasta dish. It’ll slot in real nice in his intestines.
The N78 – comes out trumps
Greg H
July 7, 2008 at 8:15 PM
The fact that July 11 is not the second coming of Jesus.
Report PermalinkScott
July 7, 2008 at 8:16 PM
High speed internet over WiFi and 3G for instant anywhere access to emails, websites, rss feeds and friends through MSN
Report PermalinkOzDJ
July 7, 2008 at 8:20 PM
As a dedicated moblogger, the ability to Geotag my uploads would be stellar! And a bucketload of memory on tap never goes astray.
Report PermalinkKade Miller
July 7, 2008 at 8:30 PM
A-GPS, so I can geotag a 3.2MP photo of me smiling, momentarily after browsing gizmodo via 3G! It will also make my wife jealous!
Report PermalinkBarney
July 7, 2008 at 8:34 PM
I think the thing i most appreciate is the rounded edges. Now, i’m the maitre d’ at one of Russell Crowe’s most frequented restaurants, and the phone throwing sometimes gets a bit out of hand – he used to have a RAZR but has now moved on to the N78 – this phone is a GOD SEND. Moto’s gonna get even more screwed thanks to this one.
Report PermalinkEdward Mario
July 7, 2008 at 8:34 PM
Making calls. Nuff said.
Report PermalinkJeremyD
July 7, 2008 at 8:44 PM
GPS to find the treasure! I bought a map from a guy at the pub. Apparently Pirates used GPS
Report PermalinkAlan
July 7, 2008 at 8:52 PM
Using WLAN to access Gizmodo to win more competitions.
It’s like the entire “1-in-3 wins a mars bar”, but you just keep getting winning packets… so you get like four free in a row. Should I win this competition, I plan on using it to enter more Gizmodo competitions, and win them too. Please make your next competition something that can access the Internet :(
Report Permalinkgrum
July 7, 2008 at 8:53 PM
The browser. After browsing at HSPDA speeds, the Australian data costs will feel like I’ve been shagged from behind. Best action I’ll get all year.
Report PermalinkKevin
July 7, 2008 at 8:58 PM
Geotagging, so you’ll always know where you’ve been and your girlfriend won’t get angry at you for forgetting where you went for your anniversary.
Report PermalinkArden
July 7, 2008 at 9:03 PM
Hmmm! Touch sensitive keys. Now that sounds good. But hey, it’s Nokia, it’s bound to be good.!
Report PermalinkLiam
July 7, 2008 at 9:08 PM
The GPS makes it much easier to track down your N78 when your mate steals it out of jealousy!
Report PermalinkBenny
July 7, 2008 at 9:09 PM
Ever lost something REALLY valuable, say your clothes/friend/girlfriend ect.? Well now those incredibly annoying photos you take can help you find them again.
Report PermalinkIn my opinion auto-geotagging/A-GPS is the best feature of this phone, helping you remember all that stuff you forgot =D
drew_wants_one_real_bad
July 7, 2008 at 9:39 PM
*pulls zeitgeist from pocket, puts to ear* made in finland you say? good enough for me! *puts back in pocket, smiles and claps hands*
Report PermalinkJui-Huan Ou
July 7, 2008 at 9:45 PM
probably the wifi and HSDPA connectivity. these features makes it easier to get information on the fly and is also the feature that enables the use of the A-GPS and geotagging features.
Report PermalinkGlenn
July 7, 2008 at 9:46 PM
FM transmitter, so even the cars near me can hear my ‘great’ taste of music (if tuned correctly)
Report PermalinkJi Jing
July 7, 2008 at 9:51 PM
I’d use the N78 to take photos of douchebags and geo-tag their locations. Then finally, we’d all know were they congregate.
Report PermalinkMcbLt
July 7, 2008 at 10:00 PM
Best feature? You can make phone calls with it. That’s heaps useful.
Report PermalinkRyan L
July 7, 2008 at 10:03 PM
The widdlyweep ring tone..
Report PermalinkPatrick
July 7, 2008 at 10:06 PM
I can give it to my wife so she will not be upset when I buy an iphone on Friday.
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