Nokia acquires gate5 to add robust mapping and navigation to its devices

Cool.

It was a discussion on location services that made me finally realize that things are different when you are talking about Multimedia Computer and not entry-level phones.

I always poo-poohed location apps since they really only shine on higher-end phone where you have more connectivity and information. Well, now that high-end is my life, my mind is starting to fill up with location apps.

So, yeah, this is a good thing for Nokia and makes my job easier.

Heh heh.

Link: Nokia acquires gate5 to add robust mapping and navigation to its devices.

Nokia and gate5 AG today announced that an agreement has been signed for Nokia to acquire gate5. gate5 is a leading supplier of mapping, routing and navigation software and services. By acquiring gate5, Nokia will offer consumers maps, routing, navigation and other location based applications on its mobile devices.