Former officials launch cell phone-based system left by Nokia

Finnish Jolla (pronounced "iolla"), the company created in 2011 by ex-Nokia today announced the launch of its first smartphone. The unit, which has not yet won a specific name, has as its main operating system Sailfish novelty.
Developed based on MeeGo-software that Nokia left in 2010 to opt for Windows Phone, Microsoft, to equip their smartphones, the Sailfish enters the fray to become an alternative to the duopoly operating systems from Google, owner of Android, and Apple, owner of iOS, in the world of smartphones.
According to research firm IDC, the two systems accounted for 92.3% of the Smartphone market in the first quarter — and 59.1% to 23% for Android and iOS. According to experts, this scenario has created problems for manufacturers and operators, who have seen their weakened bargaining power against Google and Apple.
Today, Windows Phone and BlackBerry are the best known names in contention. But the list will thicken in the coming months. Between June and July will arrive to the market the first devices with Firefox, the system developed by the Mozilla Foundation, owner of the eponymous internet browser with support of operators like Telefónica.
Until the beginning of 2014 can also be launched models with Ubuntu, Canonical, the English owner of the computer operating system Ubuntu. The Samsung can also soon launch devices with the Citizen, the system being created by it in conjunction with Intel. The Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, is also in the fray with the Amos, directed to the Chinese market.
The appliance of Jolla went into presale today, costing 399 euros. Sales will begin in Europe and then will be extended to other countries. The expectation is to deliver equipment from the end of the year. He has 4.5 inch screen, dual-core processor, 8 megapixel camera and will be compatible with fourth generation (4 g) in certain countries. The smartphone will also be compatible with applications developed for Android.