GamingNexus: Will the QD be able to play original N-Gage games?
Will Willis Yes.
GamingNexus: Will the device come with any games out of the box?
Will Willis There won't be any games included in the box, but there will be bundle deals. For example, for $199 you can by an N-Gage QD with Tony Hawk Pro Skater, or for $179 you can buy the N-Gage QD on its own. Of course, retailers may choose to include a game for free.
GamingNexus: Is the QD a phone that plays games or a gaming device that can be a cell phone?
Will Willis The N-Gage QD is a game device first and foremost. The phone is definitely a great feature and one that a lot of people will use, but the N-Gage QD was designed for gamers first.
GamingNexus: What's your favorite new function in the QD?
Will Willis There are two things that make the N-Gage QD rock. The extended battery life is the first thing. With almost 10 hours of game play, I will be able to play for entire flight from LA to Dallas and still have juice to make calls when I hit the ground. The second thing that I like is the overall size of the device. It's 20 percent smaller and seems like from its core it was designed for gaming.
GamingNexus: What kind of Bluetooth connectivity will the QD support? Will gamers be able to use Bluetooth headsets?
Will Willis Bluetooth is supported in N-Gage games for close quarter action -- for example, in Ashen, a first-person shooter, players can use Bluetooth to play deathmatches against each other, or in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2004, players can play a round of golf together over Bluetooth. N-Gage QD also supports the use of a Bluetooth headset.
GamingNexus: How much will the QD cost in comparison to the original N-Gage?
Will Willis The original N-Gage currently sells for $199 with a mail-in rebate. The N-Gage QD will cost $199 with a bundled game, or $179 without.
GamingNexus: When can we expect the new games (like Ashen) to hit stores?
Will Willis Ashen, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2004 and The Sims Bustin' Out can be expected in May and June. You'll also have a chance to test them out at E3 if you plan on attending.
GamingNexus: Is there a trade-up plan available for original N-Gage owners?
Will Willis As for a trade-up or trade-in program, Nokia hasn't announced any program, although retailers may offer some sort of trade-in program on their own.
I’d like to thank Mr. Willis for taking the time to talk to us. We’re going to have to check out the QD this year at E3 to see if the newer version finally delivers on the promised of it’s predecessor.
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