Combining cell phone technology with a graphics processor designed for portable gaming, Nokia enters the competitive handheld video game market with its NGage game deck. Released on October 7, 2003 at a retail price of 299.99, the NGage features 3D graphics capabilities, an MP3 music player, FM radio, and triband mobile phone in a unit smaller than the original Game Boy Advance. Games for the NGage fit on standalone cards, with ten titles available at launch that include such notable properties as Sonic the Hedgehog, Tomb Raider, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater. As a communication device, the NGage offers a builtin speakerphone, voice dialing for up to 20 numbers, and the ability to surf the Internet with an integrated XHTML web browser and full email support.
