T-Mobile USA and Nokia today unveiled the Nokia Lumia 810, a new Windows Phone 8 smartphone for which T-Mobile will be the exclusive U.S. carrier. Very similar to the Lumia 820, it adds a 1.2MP wide-angle Skype HD certified front-facing camera, a larger 1,800mAh battery, and a number of “optimizations to make it screaming fast on T-Mobile’s 4G network.” It will also support exchangeable shells including some offering wireless charging.
“We’re providing our customers with a unique Windows Phone 8 experience by offering an exclusive device paired with our Unlimited Nationwide 4G Data plan and a comprehensive set of enhanced features,” said Andrew Morrison, vice president of product management, T-Mobile USA. “The Nokia Lumia 810 gives customers speedy, 4G access to T-Mobile’s nationwide network and the content and features they want, whenever they need it. From navigation tools to an enhanced camera, the Lumia 810 provides a great value and a high-quality experience.”
The Nokia Lumia 810 will come pre-loaded with City Lens, an augmented reality app, Nokia Transit, Nokia Drive, and the free Nokia Music service.
The Nokia Lumia 810 will be “available in the coming weeks.” Specific pricing and availability details will be revealed closer to the launch.
Nokia last month announced the Lumia 920 which will be carried exlusively by AT&T in the U.S. and Rogers in Canada as well as the Nokia Lumia 820.
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