Tech Talk by a Kiwi
Posts tagged Nokia
What Microsoft’s buy of Skype means to me
May 11th
There are several issues that I think some people are missing regarding Microsoft’s buy of Skype. Skype is fully IP based. It relies only on a data connection and its biggest user base is OUTSIDE the US. I use it almost exclusively in place of a land line. I use it on my Android phone,…
No, I haven’t become anti-Nokia
Feb 10th
Recently a friend suggested I have become “anti-Nokia” but I’d really like to set the record straight on that. What follows is a long discourse on why I gave up on Nokia and what I think their biggest failure is when it comes to guys like myself. This is from someone that has been using Nokia phones since 1995 and been loyal to the Symbian platform since 2001. This is why I gave up on Nokia and Symbian.
Apple’s tantrum against cellphone makers
Mar 19th
A very long piece about Apple’s behaviour in the cellphone market and their suits with HTC and Nokia. A brief appearance from Microsoft who offer their viewpoint. And we have a discussion on how Apple is using HTC to go after Google.
Nokia’s new Ovi Maps strategy
Jan 30th
A brief look at the new features and functions of Nokia’s new Ovi Maps with free worldwide walking and driving navigation.

My digital lifestyle and why I am so excited for your future
Aug 12th
Posted by Steve in Commentary
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A discussion about my current state of technology, and my Digital Lifestyle. I talk about why I love riding the cutting edge of technology and how I am starting to see friends and family get to the place today that I was four years ago. That excites me because I know what is ahead for them and how amazing that will be for them.