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Nokia C7 goes super fast and super social, with du

Dubai, UAE, 19 December 2010 - Nokia , the world leader in mobile communications, in partnership with UAE's integrated telecom service provider - du , have announced a new proposition for users who want to keep in touch with their contacts and social networks on the go.

New and existing du Elite Super 100 and du Elite Plan customers can now purchase the new Nokia C7 and receive a free data package of 1GB per month for twelve months by spending 100AED monthly. du Pay as you Go® customers will also be able to take advantage of this offer by simply topping up 100 AED credit to the prepaid line every month. This offer will only be available for a limited time period.

The C7 is the latest addition to the lineup of the new Symbian devices available in the UAE. This smartphone for the design-conscious social networker is fully capable of taking advantage of du 's new superfast, super social, high speed mobile broadband to meet all the users' needs.

In addition, the Nokia C7 features Nokia Messaging, an easy to set-up and use push e-mail service which allows users to mobilize up to ten personal e-mail accounts on one device. It supports all leading consumer e-mail solutions including Gmail, Windows Live, Hotmail and Yahoo! Mail and also supports corporate email services such as Microsoft's Mail for Exchange and IBM Lotus Notes. An additional benefit is that users can easily access all their Instant Messaging accounts to chat with friends on popular services such as Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo Messenger and GTalk.

"People today are leading increasingly mobile lifestyles, and often the most convenient method of communication is via email, chat and social networking sites. We are committed to keeping up with the needs of our customers, and are therefore pleased to offer our Super Elite 100 and Elite Plan subscribers this state-of-the-art device along with a free 1GbB data package for twelve months. With this package they can stay connected whenever and wherever they may be through our super fast high speed mobile broadband network," commented Farid Faraidooni, chief commercial officer, du .

"The Nokia C7 combines superior social networking capabilities and a form factor to appeal to the style-conscious consumer. This, combined with the capability of staying in touch with what matters most through Nokia Messaging service, gives the C7 the ideal balance of smartphone functionality and social applications," said Iyad Issa, General Manager, Lower Gulffrom Nokia

The Nokia C7 features a sleek stainless steel and glass full-touch design. The 3.5 inch AMOLED display is ideal for networking, with updates from Facebook and Twitter fed directly to the home screen, as well as one touch access to many popular email accounts including Ovi Mail, Yahoo!® Mail and Windows Live™ Hotmail. The Nokia C7 also opens up a world of apps, games, videos, and web and location-based services through the Ovi Store. Ovi Store is gaining enormous momentum in the Middle East region. The downloads per week have surpassed 2Million. On the Nokia C7, accessing and downloading popular applications such as like Angry Birds and Whatsapp is simple.

"We are very excited about this consumer offering in partnership with du , and feel confident that it will provide our consumers with a reliable high speed messaging experience with easy access to all their favorite services," Issaconcluded.

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About du
du , the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, launched mobile telecommunication services in February 2007 across the UAE, in addition to internet and pay TV services that du provides in some of the free zones of Dubai. Call Select, du 's nationwide fixed line services for voice telephony, was launched in July 2007. By the end of 2008, over 3 million people in the UAE chose to become du customers.

Among du 's many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments, first of its kind 'WoW' recharge card (which offers customers the choice between 'more credit', 'more time' and now the 'more international' recharge option with additional credit on international calls) and Self Care.

For business customers, du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations. du Broadcast Services division brings scalable media technology platforms and telecommunication solutions to the broadcast community through its world-class teleport (Samacom) and Master Control Room (MCR) facilities.

du products and services for consumers and business are available through du 's retail network, currently numbering 34 du shops located in strategic locations across the UAE, including the recently opened flagship store located in the heart of Abu Dhabi. In addition, customers can access du products and services at more than 3000 authorised dealers or through the du e-shop, accessible at http://shop. du .ae du shops are a one-stop-shop for mobile service, carrier select and the payment of service bills.

du is 39.5 per cent owned by the UAE Federal Government, 19.75 per cent by Mubadala Development Company, 19.5 per cent by Emirates Communications & Technology Company LLC and the remaining stake by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du .

Awards to date

• du selected as a UAE Superbrand at the Superbrands awards gala 2010.

• du presented with an award for Best Middle Eastern Local Currency Deal 2008 by UK's EuroWeek

• du won two prestigious awards at UAE Web Awards 2008. du e-shop portal won the best strategic online portal award in the e-commerce category and du media club website won the bronze award in the media and press category.

• du corporate brand launch campaign awarded a Cristal MENA award in 2008.

• du declared 'Best Brand' at Telecoms World Awards Middle East 2007 for innovative branding and outstanding brand success.

• Second place in the New Brand Launch category at the GMR Effectiveness in Marketing Awards 2007.

• Silver Award for the best website in the ICT category at the UAE Web Awards 2007.

• du WoW TV Commercial awarded amongst the best 50 TV commercials in mobile telecom category in the world for 2007.

About Nokia
At Nokia , we are committed to connecting people. We combine advanced technology with personalized services that enable people to stay close to what matters to them. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people connect to one another with a Nokia device - from mobile phones to advanced smartphones and high-performance mobile computers. Today, Nokia is integrating its devices with innovative services through Ovi (www.ovi.com), including music, maps, apps, email and more. Nokia 's NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive digital mapping and navigation services, while Nokia Siemens Networks provides equipment, services and solutions for communications networks globally.

For further information, please contact:
Saugat Chatterjee
Public Relations Manager
Brand & Communications
du
Mobile: +971 55 9367045
Email: saugat.chatterjee@ du .ae

Media Enquiries
Adel Sartawi
Communications Manager
Tel: +966 55 304 8988
Email: adel.sartawi@nokia.com
www.nokia.com

Sam Mohtady
Consultant for Nokia ,
Impact Porter Novelli
Tel.: +9714 330 4030 Ext.: 422
Email : s.mohtady@ipn.ae

© Press Release 2010