Python for Series 60 version 1.2 was released over the weekend, and
is now available at:
http://www.forum.nokia.com/python
Python for Series 60 is a port of Python 2.2.2 for mobile phones
based on the Series 60 platform. This includes just about every
Nokia "smartphone", like the N-Gage, 3650, 6600, 6620, 6630, 6680,
7610, N70, and N90.
The device installation package includes the Python interpreter,
select Python Standard Libraries, a script shell for launching Python
scripts, a variety of native extensions, and a Python Console for
interactive development. Python for Series 60 can also be added to
Series 60 SDK's for Windows-based development, testing, and creating
application installers.
Version 1.2 is Nokia’s second major release of the Python for Series
60 environment. The new version includes support for the following
new features:
- 2D Graphics, Images, and Full-screen applications
- Camera and Screenshot API
- Contacts and Calendar API
- Sound recording and playback
- Access to System info, such as IMEI number, disk space, free
memory, etc.
- Rich text display (fonts, colors, styles)
- Support for Scalable UI
- Expanded key events
- Telephone dialing
- ZIP module
Version 1.2 continues to include features from the 1.0 release, such as:
- Networking support for GPRS and Bluetooth
- On-device and remote Python console
- Support for native GUI widgets
- SMS sending
- Application build tool for packaging stand-alone application
installers
- Compatible with all Series 60 1st and 2nd Edition devices
Documentation and example applications are also included in all
download packages.
To send feedback and suggestions, please visit the Forum Nokia
discussion boards at:
http://discussions.forum.nokia.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=102
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# Erik Smartt