Nokia has introduced the 5800 XpressMusic to the public, the first mobile phone to implement S60 5th edition software platform, possibly the most awaited software platform of this year, right next to Google Android and Windows 7.

The 5800 was presented at the Remix event in London, with Will.I.Am  as a special guest who spoke about the possibilities that can be achieved by mixing music and technology. We were unfortunately not able to stream the live event due to a technical glitch. To explain more about this new platform, there will be a live audiocast from Helsinki, which our readers will be able to stream. Speakers will include the Vice President of Mobile Software Sales and Marketing, the Head of S60 Platform Marketing, and the Communications Manager.

The specifications were already known to us, but to recap, the 5800 XpressMusic will feature Media Bar, which is “a handy drop down menu that provides direct access to music and entertainment, including favourite tracks, videos and photos. The Media Bar also offers a direct link to the web and to online sharing.” Unlike previously rumoured, there will be 8GB built-in memory, and not a 8GB memory card. A 3.5mm audiovisual jack and surround sound stereo speakers will provide audio output. The contact bar will have four large shortcuts of your favourite contacts, and such shortcuts will help a consumer user his/her phone with more productivity in our opnion.

The “Tube” will also include a 3.2″ display with 16:9 aspect ratio, and a 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus and dual LED flash. A stylus, and plectrum are included as well, although we are still trying to figure out what function it will have on the device. The phone will be priced 279€ w.s.o.t, which is relatively cheap, but the first batch that will include the Comes with Music campaign will only be released early next year.

Photos, press releases, and the video after the break. Do visit our Nokia 5800 Blog, and the relatively new 5800 Forum.

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