Nokia launches its own mobile television channel

Nokia has unveiled its own mobile television channel to be released on 1 October – the same day as the new N96 (pictured).

The channel aims to market and demonstrate the N96 handset in a series of 96-second programmes.

The six programmes will follow themes of; motoring, fashion, gadgets, comedy, culture and homes.

Nokia seems set to challenge the iPhone as a champion of the multimedia sector. Recently, the manufacturer announced a partnership with the BBC that will allow N96 users to watch the BBC iPlayer. It also announced Nokia Comes With Music at the beginning of the month.