# New-Gen Finnish Smartphones The Nokia N9 is Finally Unveiled After Much Speculation By Matt Ho | Published 2011-06-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-n9 References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/20/nokias-n9-official-a-plastic-slab-of-meego-coming-later-this-y/) & [nokia](http://www.nokia.com) The [Nokia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-c12) N9 smartphone has finally been unveiled by the [Finnish company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-design-archives). Nokia's Windows phone was previously just an early concept, but now the N9 phone has come into reality. This will be the company's first MeeGo (Linux-based operating system) device and it sports a 3.9-inch AMOLED screen, 16GB/64GB on-board memory and 1GB RAM. There's also going to be an 8-megapixel camera and its battery life will last up to 50 hours with music and 4.5 hours with video. All of this will be wrapped in a vibrant [polycarbonate shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noka-7610-5g). So far, the Nokia N9 looks promising in terms of design and specs. How well it will perform remains to be seen. Look for this to come out later this year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Meego-based Devices:** There is an opportunity to capitalize on the MeeGo operating system by creating innovative devices and services that work seamlessly on the platform. - **Polycarbonate Smartphone Shells:** Manufacturers both in and outside of the smartphone industry can explore the use of polycarbonate as a material for their products, especially for vibrant and colorful options. - **Extended Battery Life:** Developers can focus on creating innovative battery technologies and software that will allow devices to last longer and perform better. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Smartphone manufacturers can explore the use of MeeGo operating system and polycarbonate material to produce devices that stand out in the market, with a focus on long battery life as a key feature. - **Battery Manufacturing:** There is an opportunity for battery manufacturers to develop new and innovative battery technologies that extend the life of devices and reduce the need for constant charging. - **Technology Services:** Companies that provide technology services can develop software and services that cater to the MeeGo platform, and offer solutions that improve battery performance and user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Triple Operating System Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nex-computing-nexphone.md) - [Low-Cost Android-Powered Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-c12.md) - [Linux-Powered Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolla-phone.md) - [Posh Pill-Shaped Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-infinity-pro.md) - [Speedy Energy Efficient Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-g300.md) - [Chic Transparent Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nothing-phone-1.md) - [Innovative Foldable Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oppo-find-n.md) - [Sculpted Aluminum Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-purebook-pro.md) - [Eco-Friendly Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-x30.md)