Get real time traffic updates from Nokia’s Ovi Maps for mobile devices and for web
- 03 July, 2009 10:34
Get real time traffic updates from Nokia’s Ovi Maps for mobile devices and for web
Nokia and Sentinel join forces to bring real time traffic updates to Australian consumers
Australian consumers are now able to get real time traffic updates such as traffic incidents, road closures and other delays that could affect their journey from Ovi Maps on web (www.maps.ovi.com) and via their Nokia GPS enabled phone carrying the latest Maps application for mobile devices.
Nokia has joined forces with Australian company Sentinel Content to integrate Sentinel’s Live Road Sense® Traffic as a free service from www.maps.ovi.com and a subscription based service on Nokia’s GPS devices running the latest version of Ovi Maps for mobile devices. The service will initially cover Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and will be expanded to include other Australian cities later in the year.
Nokia Australia’s business manager, software and services, Bruce Webb said: “Not only can your phone tell you where to go, it can now tell you what to avoid. This is the first service of its kind on mobiles in Australia and the first outside of Europe for Nokia.”
Sentinel’s managing director Craig Morrison said: “We have been working closely with Nokia to integrate Road Sense Traffic for Australia and are pleased to be launching the service for Nokia’s customers. Having real-time traffic information at your finger tips can save commuters time and money. It’s all about arriving at your destination safely, efficiently and more cost-effectively.”
Sentinel’s Road Sense Traffic service uses the most comprehensive and reliable data sources available including government road transport authorities, local councils and independent reported information. The aggregated information is then validated and checked by Sentinel’s team of traffic operations staff based in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Nokia GPS enabled devices running the latest version of Ovi Maps for mobiles include the N86 and 6720, which will launch in Q3 09.
Nokia GPS enabled devices that can be upgraded to the latest version of Ovi Maps for mobiles include the Nokia 6120 Navigator, Nokia E71, Nokia E66, Nokia N82, Nokia N85, Nokia N78, Nokia N95, Nokia N95 8GB, Nokia 6220, Nokia N97 and Nokia N85. The latest Maps application is available for download at www.nokia.com/maps.
Consumers can subscribe directly from their compatible handset for AUD$6.99 per month or AUD$35.99 for a yearly subscription.
About Nokia Nokia is a pioneer in mobile telecommunications and the world’s leading maker of mobile devices. Today, we are connecting people in new and different ways - fusing advanced mobile technology with personalised services to enable people to stay close to what matters to them. We also provide comprehensive digital map information through NAVTEQ; and equipment, solutions and services for communications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks. www.nokia.com
About Sentinel Content Sentinel Content is a leading provider of wholesale real-time traffic and other dynamic location based traveller information services such as road safety locations, fuel pricing, parking pricing, news, sport, weather and accommodation. The services meet authority, industry and commuter needs for improved road efficiency and driver safety. Sentinel’s source information is provided by a team of GIS field surveyors, traffic operators and content partners which include Australia’s leading government road transport authorities. For more information visit www.sentinelcontent.com
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Open Haus Kate Harper or Nicole Kennedy Ph : (02) 8353 5792 or (02) 8353 5791 Email : nokia@openhaus.net.au
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