Nokia Signs Deal with Wireless Broadband Provider The Cloud
LONDON--Nokia today announced a deal with The Cloud, Europe's leading wireless broadband provider, which will see its customers gain free access to the new Nokia Music Store whilst on the move at any one of over 7,500 Wi-Fi hotspots.
The non-exclusive deal gives users a free Wi-Fi connection to the Nokia Music Store, which features over two million tracks from major artists, independent labels and up-and-coming UK acts at http://music.nokia.co.uk.
With a single account, music lovers can access the Nokia Music Store via their laptop computer or directly from optimised Nokia devices through Wi-Fi, beginning with the Nokia N81 and Nokia N95 8GB. Individual tracks cost 80p each with albums from 8. The Nokia Music Store also offers a monthly subscription for PC streaming for 8.
Nokia Music Store customers will experience fast download speeds and a seamless user experience over a Cloud Wi-Fi connection, allowing them to download tracks in seconds, rather than minutes. Cloud Wi-Fi networks are available in wide range of popular locations including McDonalds, Coffee Republic, BAA airports and across London's Square Mile. Just select 'Wi-Fi Zone - The Cloud' as an access point to start browsing and downloading.
Richard Sandford, Regional Manager, Nokia Music UK & Ireland, said: "We are committed to offering the best possible experience for Nokia Music Store users. Browsing and downloading tracks over Wi-Fi with The Cloud is a great way to enjoy the Nokia Music Store, in an easy and cost effective way".
Owen Geddes, Director of Business Development, The Cloud, added: "If I am out and about and I hear a track in a shop or a friend recommends something, I want to be able to download it immediately - not wait until I get home. It is this immediacy that The Cloud caters for. The high speed connectivity of Wi-Fi means it is the only real choice for consumers wanting fast and easy access to all types of multimedia content on the go. The Cloud is committed to partnering with the key innovators in mobile media such as Nokia to bring the most entertaining services to users of The Cloud network.
Notes to Editors:
About Nokia Music Store
Tracks are typically delivered in high quality 192Kbps audio in Windows Media Audio (WMA) format. You can easily transfer your purchased songs to your Nokia device using Windows Media Player or with the new Nokia Music PC client available next year. The Nokia Music PC client enables reverse synchronization of playlists, ripping from a CD to your device and PC simultaneously, as well as auto-synchronization of your purchased music and direct access to the Nokia Music Store. With the Nokia N81 and Nokia N95 8GB and its integrated music player, you can create playlists and manage your music collection, including editing song and artist information, as well as adding your own choice of album artwork, all while on the move.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.co.uk
About The Cloud
The Cloud offers sophisticated national wireless LAN coverage across hotspots and city networks throughout the UK, Nordics, Germany and The Netherlands. The Cloud's infrastructure is a multi-service provider platform, which allows providers such as ISPs, mobile operators, gaming, VOIP and broadband companies to offer a fully branded wireless LAN experience to their customers. With The Cloud, site owners maximise their revenue potential by supporting all major service providers at their location and customers enjoy choice of provider and the best possible user experience. Launched in mid 2003, The Cloud actively partners with O2, BT, Vodafone, Skype, iPass, Telenor, fring and Nintendo, among others, to facilitate the growth of open platform wireless broadband services across Europe.
The Cloud's investors, include 3i, Accel and the Scandinavian VC, Provider Venture Partners. The Cloud was recently nominated as a Technology Pioneer at The World Economic Forum and as a Red Herring Top 100 Company.
www.thecloud.net
Contacts
Nokia Press Office at Lexis PR
0845 603 8498
nokiapressoffice@lexispr.com
or
Mantra PR for The Cloud
Marc Berry, +44 (0) 20 7438 4910
mberry@mantra-pr.com
The non-exclusive deal gives users a free Wi-Fi connection to the Nokia Music Store, which features over two million tracks from major artists, independent labels and up-and-coming UK acts at http://music.nokia.co.uk.
With a single account, music lovers can access the Nokia Music Store via their laptop computer or directly from optimised Nokia devices through Wi-Fi, beginning with the Nokia N81 and Nokia N95 8GB. Individual tracks cost 80p each with albums from 8. The Nokia Music Store also offers a monthly subscription for PC streaming for 8.
Nokia Music Store customers will experience fast download speeds and a seamless user experience over a Cloud Wi-Fi connection, allowing them to download tracks in seconds, rather than minutes. Cloud Wi-Fi networks are available in wide range of popular locations including McDonalds, Coffee Republic, BAA airports and across London's Square Mile. Just select 'Wi-Fi Zone - The Cloud' as an access point to start browsing and downloading.
Richard Sandford, Regional Manager, Nokia Music UK & Ireland, said: "We are committed to offering the best possible experience for Nokia Music Store users. Browsing and downloading tracks over Wi-Fi with The Cloud is a great way to enjoy the Nokia Music Store, in an easy and cost effective way".
Owen Geddes, Director of Business Development, The Cloud, added: "If I am out and about and I hear a track in a shop or a friend recommends something, I want to be able to download it immediately - not wait until I get home. It is this immediacy that The Cloud caters for. The high speed connectivity of Wi-Fi means it is the only real choice for consumers wanting fast and easy access to all types of multimedia content on the go. The Cloud is committed to partnering with the key innovators in mobile media such as Nokia to bring the most entertaining services to users of The Cloud network.
Notes to Editors:
About Nokia Music Store
Tracks are typically delivered in high quality 192Kbps audio in Windows Media Audio (WMA) format. You can easily transfer your purchased songs to your Nokia device using Windows Media Player or with the new Nokia Music PC client available next year. The Nokia Music PC client enables reverse synchronization of playlists, ripping from a CD to your device and PC simultaneously, as well as auto-synchronization of your purchased music and direct access to the Nokia Music Store. With the Nokia N81 and Nokia N95 8GB and its integrated music player, you can create playlists and manage your music collection, including editing song and artist information, as well as adding your own choice of album artwork, all while on the move.
About Nokia
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations. www.nokia.co.uk
About The Cloud
The Cloud offers sophisticated national wireless LAN coverage across hotspots and city networks throughout the UK, Nordics, Germany and The Netherlands. The Cloud's infrastructure is a multi-service provider platform, which allows providers such as ISPs, mobile operators, gaming, VOIP and broadband companies to offer a fully branded wireless LAN experience to their customers. With The Cloud, site owners maximise their revenue potential by supporting all major service providers at their location and customers enjoy choice of provider and the best possible user experience. Launched in mid 2003, The Cloud actively partners with O2, BT, Vodafone, Skype, iPass, Telenor, fring and Nintendo, among others, to facilitate the growth of open platform wireless broadband services across Europe.
The Cloud's investors, include 3i, Accel and the Scandinavian VC, Provider Venture Partners. The Cloud was recently nominated as a Technology Pioneer at The World Economic Forum and as a Red Herring Top 100 Company.
www.thecloud.net
Contacts
Nokia Press Office at Lexis PR
0845 603 8498
nokiapressoffice@lexispr.com
or
Mantra PR for The Cloud
Marc Berry, +44 (0) 20 7438 4910
mberry@mantra-pr.com
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