We had already posted about the Nokia X3 getting FCC approval here back in November and all indicators point to this handset being carried by Verizon Wireless. This is unconfirmed but considering that Verizon carries most Nokia mobile phones, it is practically imminent that the Nokia X3 will be carried by them.
FCC has recently approved a mysterious Nokia (NYSE: NOK) handset marked as RM-687, featuring CDMA and EV-DO connectivity. This baby is most likely heading to Verizon (NYSE: VZ), due the fact that Sprint (NYSE: S) for some reason doesn’t carry a single Nokia device.
Further research (from Bluetooth SIG’s website) suggests the RM-687 is also known as the X3-01 (which I take as an X3 variant) and that it is made by Taiwanese ODM Compal.
If you don’t recall, the Nokia X3 is a mid-range music-centric device with a 2.2-inch QVGA screen, dedicated music control keys, 3.5mm headset jack, FM radio, Bluetooth, 3.2-megapixel camera and a microSD memory card slot. Plus there’s the mentioned EV-DD data that ensures some on-the-go web surfing and email checking.
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