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Nokia enters deal with Lonely Planet

Nokia and travel information company Lonely Planet said on Tuesday they are joining forces to sell maps and city guides that can be accessed on mobile phones.

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  • Published: 23:32 August 19, 2008
  • Gulf News

Helsinki: Nokia and travel information company Lonely Planet said on Tuesday they are joining forces to sell maps and city guides that can be accessed on mobile phones.

The world's largest handset maker said users of Nokia Maps can now download information on more than 100 popular tourist locations provided by Lonely Planet, and that more destinations were planned. Each download costs 7.99 euros ($11.75).

"The Lonely Planet guides will help travellers to find great places to eat, shop and sleep, as well as describing the popular sights and nightlife for each destination," Nokia said.

Downloads are available in the Extras menu on Nokia phones.

Nokia Maps 2.0 uses maps provided by Navteq and TeleAtlas.

The world's top handset maker is increasingly providing internet services for its mobile customers.

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