Nokia Unveils N1 iPad Mini Clone That Runs Android [Video]

Nokia today announced the N1, an iPad mini clone that runs Android. The device is Nokia's first Android branded tablet.

The N1 offers the innovative, predictive Nokia Z Launcher interface, and a carefully crafted industrial design by Nokia with a focus on simplicity. The N1 will be brought to market in Q1 2015 through a brand-licensing agreement with an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) partner responsible for manufacturing, distribution and sales.


"We are pleased to bring the Nokia brand back into consumers' hands with the N1 Android tablet, and to help make sophisticated technologies simple," said Sebastian Nyström, Head of Products at Nokia Technologies, who announced the N1 at the Slush technology conference in Helsinki. "The N1 has a delightfully intuitive interface and an industrial design to match it. This is a great product for Nokia fans and everyone who has not found the right Android tablet yet."



The Nokia N1 features the same 7.9-inch display as the iPad mini with the same 2048x1536 resolution. Looking at the device from the back you might mistake it for an Apple tablet with its very similar aluminum design, button placement, camera position, headphone jack location, and speaker placement/design.

Here's how Nokia designs their design...

The industrial design of the N1 is deliberately developed to match the elegant simplicity of the interface. It has a unique one-piece aluminum design with a soft finish in both Lava Grey and Natural Aluminum colors that make it stand out from other tablets. The 7.9" laminated display sits in a 6.9mm thin and light design that makes the device comfortable to hold even with one hand. A 2.4Ghz Intel Atom quad-core processor provides great performance for the Android Lollipop operating system on the N1.




One of the highlighted features of the new tablet is Z Launcher, which allows users to scribble a letter or two to find their content quickly. Over time the Z Launcher will learn what applications are in use, and predicts and highlights the applications consumers are expected to want based on time of day and location.


Pricing and Availability:
The N1 is planned to be available for purchase in China in Q1 2015 for an estimated USD 249 before taxes, with the anticipation of expanding sales to other markets.


In addition to the Nokia brand, Nokia is licensing the industrial design, Z Launcher software layer and IP on a running royalty basis to the OEM partner. The OEM partner is responsible for full business execution, from engineering and sales to customer care, including liabilities and warranty costs, inbound IP and software licensing and contractual agreements with 3rd parties.

The N1's industrial design and Z Launcher application originate within the Nokia Technologies business, which is focused on strengthening Nokia's industry-leading innovation portfolio through patent, technology and brand licensing.

Take a look at the video below for more details...

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