Nokia introduced an expanded service Ovi Maps

Nokia has announced its next phase of program development services «social locations», presenting a new version of Ovi Maps. This dynamic and customized base map information, synchronized and supporting joint use as a mobile phone or via the Internet, offers users the ability to add personalized content based on location. Release the new version also means a shift from universal, static raster maps, widely circulated on the Internet, the use of dynamic vector maps Nokia as a tool for viewing and personal work with maps - both through the Internet or from a compatible mobile device.

Nokia also announced the release application programming interface (API) Ovi Maps Player, offers a simple way to take advantage of rich opportunities Ovi Maps on any compatible site with the support of the basic version of JavaScript. Through this service, and technology Ovi Maps are available for other companies wishing to add advanced, innovative features to their sites in order to better integrate and work with the audience.

Reported that the new version of Ovi Maps contain new features and services, which offer additional opportunities through better maps: two-and three-dimensional imagery, and landscape maps of high resolution, three-dimensional orientations for more than 200 cities, to rotate, tilt, in view «Night» standby and rapid transition between the points of the route. Ovi Maps also offers more information on the attractions of the Lonely Planet, Michelin, and Wcities, as well as service weather forecast for the next five days.

Access to the beta version of Ovi Maps on the Internet can be accessed at: www.maps.ovi.com. The latest beta version of Ovi Maps can be downloaded in Nokia Betalabs website www.nokia.com / betalabs / maps.