(1) Its build to multitask like a computer (Running 15 windows at the same time it only starts to have minor lag such as of 9 web browser, 1 music player, 1 video player, playing bounce, checking email,sending files via bluetooth, downloading files from my server,etc etc.)
Most of you gets annoy when your phone lags, Nokia N900 brings everything to the next level imagine no annoy lag AT ALL in normal functions.


(2) 800 x 480 pixel Resolution 3.5inch screen @ 267 PPI vs Iphone 3GS 167 PPI ( It just means the more PPI the more information it can display)

(3) Amazing UI animation


(4) Superb connectivity (bluetooth 2.1 , WIFI , 10 Mbps HSDPA,Infra and 2 Mbps HSUPA support)

(5) FM transmitter ( Enables you to transmit your music on to any radio)

(6) FM Radio receiver ( Listen to radio on the go requires your earphone as antenna)

(7) ARM Cortex A8 600 MHz, PowerVR SGX530 graphics ( It just means things will look even prettier and smoother )


(8) Superb Storage Capacity at 32GB Internal + 16GB SDHC external memory ( Imagine what you can store with so much space )

(9) Mozilla-based web browser with Adobe Flash 9.4 support ( It means what you see on the computer browser you will see it on your phone including animated flash)
For those facebook fans you can now play farmville on your phone


(10) DivX and XviD video playback ( You can play most files without converting except HD resolution)

(11) microUSB port (charging) ( It means you can charge your phone while you are copying stuff into your phone)


(12) With 768MB of virtual ram you will not see the low memory ram issue anymore

(13) Contacts integration of Skype, Google Talk and other VoIP services (like MSN,QQ with plugin)

(14) 5 MP autofocus camera with dual-LED flash and active camera lens cover

(15) You can have 4 homescreen on your N900 with different widgets and icons

(16) Capable to support dual OS example android with maemo

(17) Customize your phone like never before with the help of the community

(18) Capable to boot other OS like android, Meego ( in future)

(19) Capable to access your phone directory or memory card via WIFI

(20) Take stunning photos DSLR like using software like FCAM ( For sample refer to PHONE COMPARISON REVIEWS thread below )

(21) Customize your own bootscreen ( Sample refer to thread FAQS FOR CONTACT/ HOMESCREEN/ MENU /BOOTSCREEN thread below )

(22) Share your photos,video direct to the internet with 1 click sharing service like pixelpipe

(23) Overclocking your processor up to 1ghz from 600mhz (Do at your own risk) for additional turbo boost performance

(24) Connecting from phone to other computer remotely.

(25) Amazing GPS hardware capability to connect to GPS in less than 3mins in a car with V-COOL

(26) Capable to browse your home network files aka music,video and files for windows 7 via WIFI

(27) Stream online radio on the go via wifi or 3G

(28) Able to download alot of free games / appluications / widget via app manager

(29) Auto notify for updates on your softwares / games / widget.

(30) Auto disconnect wifi,3G even bluetooth with 3rd party free plugin

(31) Can become a PS3 controller

(32) Capable to emulate PS3 games, PS2, PS1 and many many more

(33) Foldable kickstand ( It means your phone can stand on its own)

Step 1 Make sure you purchase your phone from a trustable source and the current retail price is at RM1,680 (Might change overtime)
Original Set = Nokia Store near you @ RM1,680
Ap Set = x132755@ RM1,300++
Step 2 On your phone press *#06# Then compare your phone IMEI and the box IMEI to make sure they are identical.
Step 3 Check and recheck to make sure the following accessories are in the box *

(1) N900 Handset
(2) Nokia Battery (BL- 5J)
(3) Nokia High Efficient Charger (AC-10)
(4) Nokia Stereo Headset (WH-205)
(5) Video out cable (CA-75U)
(6) Nokia usb cable
(7) Cleaning cloth
(8) Manual book

If you have more than the above mention those are extras


* May vary depending on sales package configuration.



Step 4 Make sure your firmware is up to date
Step 5 Insert your simcard then test the following

(1) Make a call to test the Earpiece,Loudspeaker,Bluetooth ( Transfer a file to another phone) and Microphone are working
(2) Make sure your phone have vibration while the phone is ringing
(3) Make sure there is no scar or dent mark on the phone
(4) Test the camera
(5) Test whether there are dead pixels by turning on the camera then use your hand to block the camera lens ( If there is white dots appearing means you have dead pixels

Step 6 Now enjoy your brand new Nokia N900

(1)Nokia Software Updater (NSU)
http://nds1.nokia.com/files/support/global...terSetup_en.exe

(2)Firmware update over the air (FOTA)

Access it thru your app manager
Menu > App manager > Update

Step 1 Download the update files here - http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/nokia_N900.php
Step 2 The product id will be the IMEI number.Press *#06# for your device id number
Step 3 Download "RX-51_2009SE_20.2010.36-2_PR_COMBINED_MR0_ARM.bin" & "RX-51_2009SE_10.2010.13-2.VANILLA_PR_EMMC_MR0_ARM.bin" files & rename the files R.bin & RE.bin respectively.
Step 4 Extract and install the Maemo flasher tool
Step 5 Copy R.bin & RE.bin files to C:/Program Files/maemo/flasher-3.5 directory

Step 6 Connect your phone to your computer using USB cable. Then press the power button to turn it off

Step 7 Press and hold on the letter " U" key on your phone qwerty keyboard while powering up your phone.

Step 8 A USB LOGO will appear on the top right of your screen.After the USB logo appeared you can let go of your finger.


Step 9 On your computer Access to your command prompt (CMD) for windows 7 Start > type cmd in search bar & ENTER
Step 10 Type the following code (IMPORTANT NOTE: This command is case-sensitive)
then

It will start flashing your phone.

Step 1 Download the update files here - http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/nokia_N900.php
Step 2 The product id will be the IMEI number.Press *#06# for your device id number
Step 3 Download "RX-51_2009SE_20.2010.36-2_PR_COMBINED_MR0_ARM.bin" & "RX-51_2009SE_10.2010.13-2.VANILLA_PR_EMMC_MR0_ARM.bin" files & rename the files R.bin & RE.bin respectively.
Step 4 Extract and install the Maemo flasher tool
Step 5 Copy R.bin & RE.bin files to C:/Program Files/maemo/flasher-3.5 directory
Step 6 Connect your phone to your computer using USB cable. Then press the power button to turn it off

Step 7 Press and hold on the letter " U" key on your phone qwerty keyboard while powering up your phone.

Step 8 A USB LOGO will appear on the top right of your screen.After the USB logo appeared you can let go of your finger.

Step 9 On your computer Access to your command prompt (CMD) for windows 7 Start > type cmd in search bar & ENTER
Step 10 Type the following code (IMPORTANT NOTE: This command is case-sensitive)
then

It will start flashing your phone.

Step 11 Type the following code (IMPORTANT NOTE: This command is case-sensitive)
then

It will start formating your phone

Step 12 Your device will reboot after the flashing is complete.

Shop will tell you to charge your phone for 8 hours. PLEASE DO NOT DO IT. The phone auto-stop charging when the battery is fully charge estimated in 2hours.

Lithium-ion is a very clean system and does not need priming as nickel-based batteries do. The 1st charge is no different to the 5th or the 50th charge. Stickers or sellers instructing to charge the battery for 8 hours or more for the first time may be a leftover from the nickel battery days.
Source : http://www.batteryuniversity.com/partone-12.htm
guide prepared by aspire2oo6

Update your firmware to the latest refer to the Firmwares Updates / Reflash / Reformat section on top to how to do it?
guide prepared by aspire2oo6

Go to the Basic Guides section below > (4) How to add more Repositories Extras, Extras-Devel and Extras-Testing aka more applications for Nokia N900
Follow the instruction and install

a) Extras (RECOMMENDED TO INSTALL)
b) Extras-Devel (RECOMMENDED TO INSTALL)
c) Extras- Devel (Install this at your own risk because there possible risk of you bricking/crash your phone)
Guide prepared by aspire2oo6

A) INTERNET CONNECTIONS
Check to see if your internet connection is working via 3G or WIFI if not refer below

MAXIS - Call 123 or access *100# to request for your 3G settings
DIGI - Call Digi CSR or access *128# to request for your 3G settings
Celcom - Call 1111 to request for your 3G settings

Test and make you are able to online thru to web browser
B) EMAILS
Set up your email account MENU > EMAIL >tab on top where it says EMAIL > New Account and follow the screen instruction
You can keep setting up as many account as you want
C) INSTANT MESSENGERS
Set up your IM accounts like yahoo messenger , msn , google talk and etc

Step 1 Go to FAQS FOR INTERNET & INSTANT MESSENGER & EMAIL section below > INSTANT MESSENGER

Step 2 Follow the video tutorials in the section
guide prepared by aspire2oo6

Step 1 Go to APPLICATIONS (Applications/Games/Widget) section below

Step 2 Install the MUST HAVE applications/games and widgets. The rest are additional if you want.

guide prepared by aspire2oo6

Step 1 Go to Basic Guides below > (2) Overclocking your Nokia N900

Step 2 Follow the guide provided
What does Overclock (OC) means?
Overclocking is the process of running a computer component at a higher clock rate (more clock cycles per second) than it was designed for or was specified by the manufacturer, usually practiced by enthusiasts seeking an increase in the performance of their computers. Some purchase low-end computer components which they then overclock to higher clock rates, or overclock high-end components to attain levels of performance beyond the specified values. Others overclock outdated components to keep pace with new system requirements, rather than purchasing new hardware.[1]

People who overclock their components mainly focus their efforts on processors, video cards, motherboard chipsets, and random-access memory (RAM). It is done through manipulating the CPU multiplier and the motherboard's front side bus (FSB) clock rate until a maximum stable operating frequency is reached, although with the introduction of Intel's new X58 chipset and the Core i7 processor, the front side bus has been replaced with the QPI (Quick Path Interconnect); often this is called the Baseclock (BCLK). While the idea is simple, variation in the electrical and physical characteristics of computing systems complicates the process. CPU multipliers, bus dividers, voltages, thermal loads, cooling techniques and several other factors such as individual semiconductor clock and thermal tolerances can affect it. Every component has its unique limits with higher clocks and voltage. Two different CPUs may clock completely differently, one being stable with higher clocks at a similar temperature as the other. The bus and memory stability and tolerances also affect how stable an overclocking can be.[2]
guide prepared by aspire2oo6

Remember this shortcuts it will help you ease your phone experience in daily tasks.
Nokia N900 Shortcut keys
* Ctrl + Backspace: From within an application this will take you back out to the visual task manager. (Thanks to Chanse for that one.)
* Ctrl + C: Copy text
* Ctrl + V: Paste text
* Ctrl + X: Cut text
* Ctrl + A: Select all
* Ctrl + O: Open (if available)
* Ctrl + N: Create a new item (if available)
* Ctrl + S: Save (if available)
* Ctrl + Z: Undo (if available)
* Ctrl + Y: Redo (if available)
* Ctrl + F: Open search bar (if available)
* Ctrl + Right arrow: Move the insertion point to the end of the word
* Ctrl + Left arrow: Move the insertion point to the beginning of the word
Web browser

* Ctrl + N: Open a new window
* Ctrl + R: Reload the current page
* Ctrl + B: Open a bookmark
* Ctrl + D: Add a bookmark

Email

* Ctrl + Enter: Send a message
* Ctrl + R: Reply to a message

RSS Reader

* Ctrl + R: Refresh the feed

Screenshots

* Ctrl + Shift + P: Capture a screenshot. Warm up those fingers first to try this out. (Thanks Nokia Experts reader Matti for the tip.
guide prepared by aspire2oo6

Backup all your stuff in case for anything to go wrong by

Step 1 MENU > BACKUP > NEW BACKUP and start the progress

Step 2 Access your phone memory with USB CABLE or WIFI and copy the backup folder from document folder into your computer for safe keeping

Step 3 YOU ARE DONE to restore go to MENU > BACKUP > RESTORE > SELECT THE FILE
guide prepared by aspire2oo6

We have prepared a FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION SECTION BELOW. Most of the answers to your question are already provided. If the answers are not there please feel free to post your question on the thread or join our live chat for immediate response @ http://tinychat.com/lowyat
guide prepared by aspire2oo6

There are many community for MAEMO in the internet to help you enchance your Maemo experience on the internet. Dont be shy when you ask you shall receive.

Here a few
1) Lowyat.net Nokia N900 discussion thread
2) Maemotalk ( http://talk.maemo.org/forumdisplay.php?f=44 )
and more to come

Lastly

PM me to be added to the Nokia n900 honourable list
or click this to pm me http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?act=Msg&CODE=4&MID=81250

Taken using Fcam software on Nokia n900

Nokia N900
Day shots ****
Night shots ***
Macro Shots ***
Flash shots ****

Nokia N97
Day shots ****
Night shots ***
Macro Shots ****
Flash shots **

Nokia N5800XM
Day shots ***
Night shots **
Macro Shots ***
Flash shots *

My conlusion is Nokia N900 wins in Point and Shoot Camera
aspire

Nokia 5800XM
Loudness ****
Clarity *****

Nokia N97
Loudness ****
Clarity **

Nokia N900
Loudness ***
Clarity ***

My conlusion is Nokia 5800XM wins in audio quality.

Nokia N900
Locktime clear sky without a-gps = 3mins
Locktime clear sky with a-gps = 3 sec
Locktime clear sky without a-gps in car with V-COOL = 3mins
Application of choice : Sygic & Ovi Maps

Nokia N97
Locktime clear sky without a-gps = 9mins
Locktime clear sky with a-gps = 3 sec
Locktime clear sky without a-gps in car with V-COOL = near forever
Application of choice : ALOT


Nokia 5800 XM
Locktime clear sky without a-gps = 9mins
Locktime clear sky with a-gps = 3 sec
Locktime clear sky without a-gps in car with V-COOL = near forever
Application of choice : ALOT

My conclusion Nokia N900 wins in Gps navigation

1st Nokia N900
2nd Nokia 5800
3rd Nokia N97

My conlusion is Nokia N900 wins in Bootup speed

N900 Keyboard Shortcut keys

* Ctrl + Backspace: From within an application this will take you back out to the visual task manager. (Thanks to Chanse for that one.)
* Ctrl + C: Copy text
* Ctrl + V: Paste text
* Ctrl + X: Cut text
* Ctrl + A: Select all
* Ctrl + O: Open (if available)
* Ctrl + N: Create a new item (if available)
* Ctrl + S: Save (if available)
* Ctrl + Z: Undo (if available)
* Ctrl + Y: Redo (if available)
* Ctrl + F: Open search bar (if available)
* Ctrl + Right arrow: Move the insertion point to the end of the word
* Ctrl + Left arrow: Move the insertion point to the beginning of the word
Web browser

* Ctrl + N: Open a new window
* Ctrl + R: Reload the current page
* Ctrl + B: Open a bookmark
* Ctrl + D: Add a bookmark

Email

* Ctrl + Enter: Send a message
* Ctrl + R: Reply to a message

RSS Reader

* Ctrl + R: Refresh the feed

Screenshots

* Ctrl + Shift + P: Capture a screenshot. Warm up those fingers first to try this out. (Thanks Nokia Experts reader Matti for the tip.

What does Overclock (OC) means?

Overclocking is the process of running a computer component at a higher clock rate (more clock cycles per second) than it was designed for or was specified by the manufacturer, usually practiced by enthusiasts seeking an increase in the performance of their computers. Some purchase low-end computer components which they then overclock to higher clock rates, or overclock high-end components to attain levels of performance beyond the specified values. Others overclock outdated components to keep pace with new system requirements, rather than purchasing new hardware.[1]

People who overclock their components mainly focus their efforts on processors, video cards, motherboard chipsets, and random-access memory (RAM). It is done through manipulating the CPU multiplier and the motherboard's front side bus (FSB) clock rate until a maximum stable operating frequency is reached, although with the introduction of Intel's new X58 chipset and the Core i7 processor, the front side bus has been replaced with the QPI (Quick Path Interconnect); often this is called the Baseclock (BCLK). While the idea is simple, variation in the electrical and physical characteristics of computing systems complicates the process. CPU multipliers, bus dividers, voltages, thermal loads, cooling techniques and several other factors such as individual semiconductor clock and thermal tolerances can affect it. Every component has its unique limits with higher clocks and voltage. Two different CPUs may clock completely differently, one being stable with higher clocks at a similar temperature as the other. The bus and memory stability and tolerances also affect how stable an overclocking can be.[2]
Source Wiki

For more detailed info refer to the link below
http://www.webopedia.com/DidYouKnow/Comput...verclocking.asp

The tutorial on how to OC is in the spoiler below

Method 1 ( Jakiman's)


Method 2
( Guide tested by Aspire2oo6)

Sygic 9



Sygic 10



If u are getting the map loaded error its because the map is at the wrong location or filename

Credit goes to meLi & the original creator for sharing this with us

Access this page from your Nokia N900 or download the link into your computer then copy into your nokia n900 memory and run it
a)Repository Extra.
http://my-maemo.com/download/repos/extras.install
Barcode : http://encode.i-nigma.com/QRCode/img.php?d....install&c=&s=4

b)Repository Extra-Testing
http://my-maemo.com/download/repos/extras-testing.install
Barcode : http://encode.i-nigma.com/QRCode/img.php?d....install&c=&s=4

c)Repository Extra-Devel. (Not for beginner you might brick your phone)
http://my-maemo.com/download/repos/extras-devel.install
Barcode : http://encode.i-nigma.com/QRCode/img.php?d....install&c=&s=4

After that access the above repository from your Nokia N900 app manager

Step 1 Download this file Download Here
Step 2 Connect your phone to mass storage and copy it to the main directory
Step 3 Install Rootsh from app manager (Skip this step if you already installed it)
Step 4 Connect your phone to mass storage and copy it to the main directory
Step 5 Open X-terminal and then type root
Step 6 Type this
Step 7 Type this
Step 8 Go to your phone conversation then setting to check your newly install smiley theme

Source http://www.iovene.com/252

Both phones run in similar functionality except Nokia N900 runs on maemo with linux so it provides further flexibility compare to symbian

[B]Choose Nokia N8 for the following needs

1) Prefer to install lots of apps/games (capable to run current and older symbian apps
2) Love to take photos in PNS style (Point and shoot)
3) Lighter phone
4) Love to access your portable hard disk or pendrive on the go
5) Prefer better battery life
6) Like to watch streaming tv on the go
7) Like iphone media player style
8) Prefer capactive touch phone
9) Prefer something latest in the market
Choose Nokia N900 for the following needs

1) Love to bring photography to the nexel level with aperture,focus ,ISO flexibile samples Click Here
2) Prefer the possibility of installing multple OS like Android, Meego and other future OS
3) Prefer to multi task on the go

4) Always browsing website and internet on the go
5) Prefer Resitive touch phone
6) Love customize your phone

Choose which list suits you and hope you get your ideal phone

Yes but using thru 3rd party software named FMMS
Refer here http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=33493475

Its as easy as change your phone profile to SILENT

Annoying of duplicate emails, IM, contacts in your phonebook u can find them and merge it by
Requires internet connection
Step 1 : Install Extra-devel (refer to guides no.4)
Step 2: Go to app manager
Step 3 : Go to ALL
Step 4 : Type keyword Contacts Merger
Step 5 : Install and restart your phone
Step 6 : It will be found in contacts option

Resistive:

A resistive touchscreen panel is composed of several layers, the most important of which are two thin, metallic, electrically conductive layers separated by a narrow gap. When an object, such as a finger, presses down on a point on the panel's outer surface the two metallic layers become connected at that point: the panel then behaves as a pair of voltage dividers with connected outputs. This causes a change in the electrical current, which is registered as a touch event and sent to the controller for processing.


Capacitive:

A capacitive touchscreen panel consists of an insulator such as glass, coated with a transparent conductor such as indium tin oxide (ITO). As the human body is also a conductor, touching the surface of the screen results in a distortion of the body's electrostatic field, measurable as a change in capacitance. Different technologies may be used to determine the location of the touch. The location is then sent to the controller for processing.

Tutorial goes to original creator

http://talk.maemo.org/showthread.php?t=60588

Step 1 : Refer to the guide sectioh right on top and install the extras-devel or extras-testing responsitory
Step 2: Open App manager > Download > ALL
Step 3 : Search for Filebox
Step 4 : As simple as that

BE WARNED THAT I’M NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE WHEN YOU TEST THIS

Hardware needed:
Nokia Data Cable(CA 101)
Female 2 Female USB Adapter

Software/Files Needed:
Kernel Power v45(Get from Application Manager)
h-e-n(Get from Application Manager)
mount.desktop - http://www.mediafire.com/?2rtfmf3ddrzfgbp
flash.sh - http://www.mediafire.com/?53b93ly966qkhqw
mount.png - http://www.mediafire.com/i/?3gk3yzj1awgm1fo

Getting h-e-n to work:
1)Download kernel power 45 & h-e-n from Application Manager/Faster Application Manager
2)Reboot your phone
3)Copy mount.desktop to /usr/share/applications/hildon/
4)Copy flash.sh to /usr/bin/
5)Copy mount.png to /usr/share/icons/hicolor/48x48/hildon/
6)Open Terminal
7)Type “root”
8)Type “chmod 777 /usr/bin/flash.sh”
9)Exit from terminal & add “Mount Data” shortcut to your desktop
10)Connect the data cable,female 2 female adapter,your preferred device & the phone to each other
11)Run h-e-n application
12)If your device is using FAT32 file system tap the following : High Speed Hostmode -> VBUS boost ->Enumerate->Mount->Mount
13)If your device is using NTFS file system tap the following : High Speed Hostmode -> VBUS boost ->Enumerate & now minimize the application & tap the “Mount Data” icon at desktop.
14)Open “File Manager” your drive will be displayed there.
15)In order to unmount the device you can simply close the h-e-n application.

Notes:
The h-e-n application must be running as long as you want the storage device to run.

After setting all the files,next time if you want to use your storage device you just have to follow step 11 to 15.It’s quite easy to use OTG now.

The reason why NTFS mounting different is because this file format is developed by Microsoft & normally not supported under Linux.Different mounting command needed to do this.

Credits:
Titan : kernel power v45
h-e-n team : h-e-n application
Eiraku : Desktop shortcut suggestion
meLi : For suggesting to execute command using busybox

If there is any mistake in my shortcut do inform me & I’ll rectify it.

Open up XTerminal and type :

sudo gainroot

apt-get install preenv

transfer the relevant game folder within 'applications' folder from ur pre to '/home/user/'

if you only have the ipk file ( similiar to the apk files for android ), unzip with 7-zip and you should have the relevant game folders you need to transfer to your n900.

next open up xterm again and type:
sudo gainroot

preenv

( or if its still open )

cd /home/user/applications/'name of game folder'.

chmod +rwx 'name of the game' (for example, need for speed would be nfsuc)

To create a desktop icon type the added line:

desktopgen appinfo.json

then just select the icon from your normal menu like a native game/app

Note 1 : For NSFU when in car purchase/car select screen, to exit have to tap the return button multiple times like a woodpecker, must be a bug due to multi-touch reqs
Note 2 : Games I've tested

- NFSU ( works perfectly)
- SIMS ( No camera rotation due to lack of multitouch)
- LETS GOLF ( Currently testing, seems fine so far )

Download the backup files from either 1 of these links - http://turboupload.com/jkzlrf9u30xv @ http://www.mediafire.com/?b9891r34ro4p68d
Extract the files at MyDocs
Tap at the top of app
Tap "Restore plugin to factory state"
Change the flash version to v 10.1(froyo) again.

1. Download sdbench.sh - http://www.mediafire.com/?w6u30tvdyjdx0k6
2. Copy the script to the phone.. (i copied straight to /home/user/MyDocs/)
3. In xterm, "cd /home/user/MyDocs/" and enter (without the quotes).
4. Type "sh sdbench.sh" and enter (without the quotes)
5. It'll display ".......please wait a few minutes"
6. Depending on your microSD speed, and size..it'll take at least 2 minutes to display the result..

http://repository.maemo.org/extras-devel/pool/fremantle/free/f/fcam-drivers/fcam-drivers_1.0.7-2_armel.deb

sfdisk is a disk utility used to format,repartition or view current partition status in linux machine.
To install it open terminal & execute each line one by one.

There are 2 method of repartition.

1)GParted method


2)Manual Fdisk method

This issue could be caused by "broken" kernel
I’m assuming you’re following the frontpage method of flashing so I’ll be using R.bin as image name.
Type the following at the Maemo Flasher tool.Make sure you have the R.bin(PR 1.3) file in correct location.

Credit goes to original creator

Dislike the Menu icon placing you can custom your icons in individual folder
http://maemobriefs.blogspot.com/2010/06/ap...rs-in-your.html
Credit goes to original creator

Step 1 Access your root using winscp (See network FAQS) or cute explorer
Step 2 Download any (link below) and rename video to n900.avi
Step 3 Copy the video to /usr/share/hildon-welcome/media
Step 4 Go to /etc/hildon-welcome.d/ and edit the default.conf file with leafpad (or something like that)
Your default.conf should be looking like this:
[hildon-welcome]
filename=n900.avi
Boot Screen 1 - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=5T64VRV7 (my personal favourite)


Boot Screen 2 - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=4VNXALY8

Boot Screen 3 - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=JCBQ1813

Boot Screen 4 - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=4XDI82SP

Boot Screen 5 - http://www.megaupload.com/?d=S0VZNGVD

Boot Screen 6 - http://rapidshare.com/files/408330650/Illidan.avi

Boot Screen 7 - http://www.mediafire.com/?2myg2znj3nz



Note: It will slow down your phone bootup
Credit goes to original creator

http://maemobriefs.blogspot.com/2010/03/how-to-have-up-to-9-home-screens.html
Credit goes to original creator

Credit goes to original creator

This is optional & only for those who want nice effect
Replace the transition effect in your N900 with this file
Replace this file to following location using WinSCP

Download this file
Open terminal & type the following command

MicroB
* Ctrl + N: Open a new window
* Ctrl + R: Reload the current page
* Ctrl + B: Open a bookmark
* Ctrl + D: Add a bookmark
*Hold on to the <--- (back button) for 2 sec will review the history list
Tutorial by aspire2oo6

Tutorial by aspire2oo6

A) Firefox for Maemo - Get it here http://store.ovi.com/content/26002/
B) Opera 10 for Maemo - Get it here http://www.opera.com/download/get.pl?sub=+...70¬hanks=yes
C) Chromium(Google) for Maemo - http://maemobriefs.blogspot.com/2010/04/ho...um-on-n900.html
Tutorial by aspire2oo6

Step 1 Open X-terminal
Step 2 Type the following

Step 3 Thats all the browser will auto pop out
Tutorial by aspire2oo6 Credit goes to jananan

Tweak Flash Plugin Version is for you it will trick the website you are using flash10 but actually u are still using flash 9.4
Step 1 - From your n900 go to app manager
Step 2 - Go to Download > All
Step 3 - Type this keyword (Tweak Flash Plugin Version) (Make sure Repositories Extras is added if not refer to the guide section above)
Step 4 - Install it
Tutorial by aspire2oo6

http://www.maemobriefs.blogspot.com/2010/0...ob-browser.html
Tutorial by original creator

http://maemobriefs.blogspot.com/2010/04/ho...b-browsers.html
Tutorial by original creator

Run useragent from settings
Type the following "Mozilla/5.0 (X11; U; Linux armv7l; en-US; rv:1.9.2.12) Gecko/20101026 Firefox/3.6.12 Maemo Browser 1.7.4.8 RX-51 N900"

Tutorial by original creator

Tutorial by original creator

Tutorial by original creator

Go to your app manager and you install the rootsh package which will allow you to hack your system in root privileges .

Then you open your terminal and you typethe following
If you need to to reinstall nokia messaging
Then
If you don't have Nokia Massaging and you need to reinstall it
Then
If you need to reinstall all the Nokia mail client system simply do
Then

Step 1 - Download this file a) Foobar n900.zip http://www.megaupload.com/?d=GL9BJG2R
Step 2 - Extract the files of a) Foobar n900.zip and install this file foobar2000_v1.0.3.exe
Step 3 - After installation copy foo_httpcontrol.dll to C:\Program Files\foobar2000\components from the above extraction
Step 4 - Open Command Prompt > type IPCONFIG and press enter, under the IP Address (LAN) or IPv4 (wireless) , it will show the address of the computer. It is 192.168.1.xxx
Step 5 - Run foobar then go to FILE > PREFERENCES > TOOLS > HTTP CONTROL
Step 6 - Now Type the whole 192.168.1.xxx and port 8888 into Listen on (in foobar http control preference page). Then tick Start Server.

Step 7 - Download this file b) foo_httpcontrol_data.zip http://www.megaupload.com/?d=GD6KLCAO
Step 8 - Now extract the folder from b) foo_httpcontrol_data.zip
Step 9 - Copy the entire extracted folder foo_httpcontrol_data to C:\Users\<computer username>\AppData\Roaming\foobar2000 (If u cant find the folder its hidden you need to show hidden)
Step 10 - Now acccess Nokia N900 web browser and type the following http://192.168.1.xxx:8888
Step 11 - If u set properly a webpage will load press ajquery and it will show a virtual player on webbrowser.
Step 12 - You are Done
Credit goes to Chicaman & http://www.hydrogenaudio.org/forums/index....showtopic=62218 Tutorial by aspire2oo6

Step 1 Menu > Media Player > Internet Radio
Step 2 Tab on top to bring our the option select add radio book mark
Step 3 Type one of the following station u prefer

Hitz FM - http://174.34.143.178/hitz.mp3
988 - http://75.125.106.155:8000
Red FM - http://75.125.106.154:9000/listen.pls

Step 4 ENJOY
Note : Requires internet connection to stream wifi or 3G
Tutorial by aspire2oo6

Credit goes to original creator

http://www.maemofanatics.com/n900-streaming-fun/
Credit goes to original creator

Step 1 - First choose one of the preferred image/video/sound hoster.
Step 2 - For me i choose tinypic.com so register an account there.
Step 3 - Go to your n900 App manager and go to ALL and search for Pixelpipe
Step 4 - Install the pixelpipe plugin
Step 5 - Go to www. pixelpipe.com and register an account then sign in
Step 6 - Then go to setting then write down the applications key
Step 7 - Now go to add pipes
Step 8 - Scroll to tinypic and click it
Step 9 - Type in your tinypic username and password
Step 10 - Now on your nokia n900 go to MENU > SETTING > SHARING ACCOUNTS > Select NEW and sign in your pixelpipe account
Step 11 - If it ask for applications key refer back to step 6
The above steps are only necessary to do for the first time

The below steps are only necessary everytime you upload your stuff
Step 12 - Next time if u wanna upload any images click to share button > Share via service > Select Account Pixelpipe > Then Share
Step 13 - Now connect your phone to wifi or 3G and it will upload automatic
Step 14 - Now go to www.tinypic.com and sign in your account.
Step 15 - Click on Your stuff tab all the stuff you uploaded will be found here (WALLA)
Step 16 - Open any image u prefer the photo will be tag with [img] u can immediate paste on any forum
Tutorial by aspire2oo6

Step 1 Open X-terminal
Step 2 Type root (make sure rootsh is preinstalled from app manager)
Step 3 Type the following

Step 4 DONE THATS IT

Tutorial by aspire2oo6

http://forums.internettablettalk.com/showt...highlight=PuTTY
Credit goes to original creator

1. install tinysmb.deb
2. install tinysmbgui.deb
3. Setup your Wlan IP in the Config


4. Add a Share

5. start the Server
6. Access the Share from your PC with \\192.168.178.37\
replace 192.168.178.37 with your Wlan IP of your N900
Tested on windows7 Proffesional 32bit

Credit goes to original creator

http://www.kombitz.com/2009/02/09/windows-7-how-to-create-an-ad-hoc-network/
Credit goes to original creator

GPS stands for Global Positioning System. It is a satellite-based navigation system made up of a network of 24 to 36 satellites placed into orbit by the U.S. Department of Defense. GPS was originally intended for military applications, but in the 1980s, the government made the system available for civilian use. GPS works in any weather conditions, anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day.

Not at the moment. For now Ovi maps and sygic are the best choice

Ovi maps no navigation
Sygic Works but outdated maps tutorial to install are found on the guides section on top

I-gps only
Pros: FREE
Cons: Slow locktime

I-gps + A-gps only
Pros: Faster locktime about 5-10sec to get a lock
Cons: A minor fee apply like 10cent per request to satelitte

I-gps + Network GPS only
Pros: Very stable GPS connection and fast lock time
Cons: Major fee can reach up to RM5 or more per destination

Bluetooth GPS
Pros: Faster locktime and FREE
Cons: Burden of carrying two device and heavy battery drain on device

Go to Menu > Setting > Location > Location Server > change it to the following google address

Nokia BH-505 Bluetooth Headset Review

Battery life - 1 week average usage of 4hrs a day
Weight - Very light
Connectivity - Very easy and stable
Charging time - 1hr 15mins

Devices Tested
Nokia N900 - Quality 3/5
Nokia 5800XM - Quality 4/5
Iphone 3GS - Quality 4/5

Pros
Stylish
Good Battery life
Slim, lightweight design
Digital signal processing (DSP)
Multiple earpiece types and sizes
Sweat and splash resistant
Dedicated call and music keys
Near Field Communication (NFC)
Reasonable price tag

Cons
The volume up and down is abit tiny
Quality is good but can be better comparing to high end devices
Unable to connect to your computer due to lack of driver
Earpiece do not have extra if lost is lost

Conclusion
For style and comfort BH-505 is an ideal headset to suit your daily needs. Price tag RM200 - RM300













Photos above are taken using Nokia N900 with FCAM app

Installation Guide

*USE OPENSSH FOR EASIER COPYING AND INSTALLATION
*USUAL WARNING, INSTALL THIS IF ONLY YOU KNOW HOW TO DO IT. I WILL NOT HELD RESPONSIBLE IF ANYTHING HAPPENS TO YOU OR YOUR PHONE

YOU WILL NEED AT LEAST 4GB OF FREE SPACE IN ORDER TO INSTALL NEOPWN

*enable extra-testing and extra-devels to avoid missing packages dependencies..u can always disable it after u are done installing the kernel-power in step 10

Step 1) Install the following packages -


*the above command are typed in single line

(Step 2) Create a directory for the neopwn setup files -


(Step 3) Copy get-it_files.tar.gz from your Pc/Mac to the setup folder by using OPENSSH or MASS STORAGE MODE

scp /files.tar.gz root@(Enter N900 IP):/home/user/MyDocs/neo

or

transfer directly using Mass Storage mode to the folder home/user/MyDocs/neo

(Step 4) Change to that directory


(Step 5) Extract the NeoPwn setup files


(Step 6) Copy the files to their required directories


(Step 7) Restart hildon-home


(Step 8) Setup the control panels User Interface


*STEP 9 AND 10 HAS TO BE DONE ON THE N900 TERMINAL*

(Step 9) Install the kernel drivers


(Step 10) Flash the N900


*this will install kernel-power..reboot afterwards

(Step 11) Unmount and Format your MicroSd ready NeoPwn files

Method 1 - using the whole micro SD for neopwn


Now Reboot

or

Method 2 - Using specific partition for neopwn

Use GParted to create and format the ext3 partition (eg: third partition of the microSD mmcblk1p3 - for .neopwn) - You can use manual or GParted method of repartitioning to create these partitions.

*NOTE AT THIS TIME, AFTER REBOOT, THE PHONE OR FILE MANAGER WILL DISPLAY AN ERROR "MEMORY CARD FORMAT UNSUPPORTED". THIS IS NORMAL. PLEASE PROCEED WITH THE STEPS.

(Step 12) Make a directory for MicroSD card to be mounted on to the partition


(Step 13) Mount the partition Microsd card on the /.neopwn directory


(type this if you formatted the card using "mke2fs -t ext3 /dev/mmcblk1p1)

or



(type this if you formatted the card using GParted and created an ext3 partition on partition 3-mmcblk1[p3])

*IMPORTANT - COPY THE FILES w00t.tar.gz FROM YOUR PC/LAPTOP TO THE DEFAULT DIRECTORY OF PHONE (/home/user/MyDocs) BY USING USB CONNECTION -> MASS STORAGE MODE

* THEN



*this will copy the w00t.tar.gz from the MyDocs to .neopwn..which will take quite some time (10-20minutes)

*FROM THIS STEP TO 17, COMMANDS ARE TO BE TYPED IN THE N900 TERMINAL ITSELF.

(Step 16) Change to the /.neopwn Directory


(Step 15) Extract the files


(it'll take at least 45 minutes to 1 hour to extract due to the large file. Make sure the phone is connected to the charger to avoid data corruption while extracting)

(Step 16) synchronize (Run twice just to make sure)


(Step 17) Give permission for neopwn to execute


*When done, do this (i prefer leafpad, but any editor is up to you - leafpad/vim) -

ONLY DO THIS IF YOU USE METHOD 2 IN STEP 11 (using GParted to create partition), if not, you may skip this step and continue to step 18


find and change the line that has "mmcblk1p1" to "mmcblk1pX" where X = neopwn partition, eg: mmcblk1p3 if neopwn is on partition 3. then save.

(step 18) To be able to use packet injection, download the modules script here http://rapidshare.com/files/429066238/injection_modules.rar or megaupload mirror http://www.megaupload.com/?d=XHZ5CTA7 and add the enable/disable packet injection to the desktop by :

a)Enter through ssh and put the files "rmneo.desktop" and "insneo.desktop" (These are the shortcuts) in
/usr/share/applications/hildon/

b)Then put the icons stop.png and go.png in
/usr/share/pixmaps/

c)Finally,put the "rmneomod.sh" and "insneomod.sh" injection script in the folder
/home/user/

d)Disconnect from the SSH

*FROM THIS STEP ONWARDS, COMMANDS ARE TYPED IN THE N900 TERMINAL ITSELF.

(Step 19) Give permission for the script to execute by


*exit the terminal

(Step 20) Add the shortcuts (Green Light, Stop Hand, and NeoPwn) to the desktops (*THIS STEP IS OPTIONAL)

(Step 21) Test if the packets injection is working and if the modules are being loaded correctly

a)tap the "Green Light" icon to turn on packet injection
b)type


to check the loaded modules

b)and now ur card has turned into monitor mode. To be sure, test like this :


c)it should say "Injection is working!"

(Step 22) Run NeoPwn V2 from the menu or desktop shortcut

***AFTER THIS,WHAT YOU DO WITH IT IS YOUR BUSINESS..AS I WOULD NOT CREATE A TUTORIAL IN HOW TO CRACK WEP USING NEOPWN AND GRIMWEPA..PLEASE SEARCH IT YOURSELF

(Step 23) After done cracking your target WEP, turn off packet injection to avoid high battery consumption by pressing the "Stop Hand" icon
* Check if the modules have been unloaded by

Step 1:
Donate lxp for the wifi drivers to get the files. (Donate buttons are at the bottom)
You will receive the drivers.

Step 2:
When you got the drivers and downloaded them on your PC/Mac, just copy the file (wl1251-maemo-0.1.tar.gz) into your N900 using the usb cable in the MyDocs. When done, disconnect the cable.

Step 3:
(this part is from the inlcuded README file)

Installation:
Open X Terminal

Type the following commands to unpack the file:


Step 4:
Now let's install aircrack-ng and the drivers:


* Install customized osso-wlan (optional)
This fixes a bug where WLAN gets stuck, when you are connected to an access point and go out-of-range.

WARNING: Installing the customized osso-wlan will break seamless upgrades to new PR versions.
Most likely you will have to reinstall normal osso-wlan version before you can do OTA upgrades.

You can also skip this step, but keep in mind that the above mentioned bug can occur. If this bug is triggered you have 3 options:
manually unset ssid, unload and reload driver or reboot your phone.



Side note: The packages osso-wlan-dbg and osso-wlan-doc are also included but not needed.

Step 5:
This step is only needed if you have multiboot on your N900


if you haven't installed leafpad type:


Next, create the file /etc/multiboot.d/01-Maemo-2.6.28.10power46-wl1.item using leafpad:


and write this into leafpad:


Save the file

Power off and boot your phone again while the keyboard is slide open.
Select the kernel from the boot list:
Maemo 2.6.28.10power46-wl1

Step 6:
Using the driver:
This procedure is required after every reboot of your phone, if you want to use this driver!

Open X Terminal


Load the driver


Unloading the driver (just in case you run into problems and want to switch back to the stock wl12xx driver)


Step 7:
Follow this tutorial:


This is the EASIEST video there is
(watch and follow the tutorial from 1:25 till end)
just keep in mind that you have to type in wlan0 instead of mon0!

But before you start video, you have to know this:
the Drivers has to be loaded.
When you open X terminal and everytime you open a new X Terminal, you need to be root

That's all!

http://forum.nitdroid.com/index.php?topic=981.0

Changelog:

- ofono-0.36
- ofono-ril-0.0.6
- USB Mass Storage Mode (UMS) support
- apps on SD card support (new kernel is needed, will be released soon)
- vibrator support
- optimized power consumption
- fakeGPS: edit your location in /default.prop and trick Twitter, for instance.

* New assignments for hardware buttons:
- soft camera -- BACK
- hard camera -- HOME
- lock slide -- MENU
- camera door -- launch Camera.app

http://forum.nitdroid.com/index.php?topic=1044.0

Changelog:

Highly unstable, very experimental.

What is working:
- 3D
- GApps
- accelerometer && orientation policies
- lights HAL
- hardware keyboard%)
- sound
- charging, battery status indication
- modem/data, SMS receiving, USSD, calls/signaling
- A2SD
- wi-fi connectivity
- bluetooth

Download this file to MyDocs - http://downloads.nitdroid.com/nitinstaller...0.2.7_armel.deb
This will solve the ext3 formatting problem

1)Open X-Terminal
2)Type “root”
3)Type “dpkg –i nitdroid-installer_0.2.7_armel.deb”
4)After this process complete,type “apt-get install nitdroid-installer”
5)This will initiate the download procedure.The installation size is about 80MB.You can check the download speed at conky in case you think the installer stuck.
6)Once the download complete let the installer run 1st.
7)Type” nitdroid”
8)This will initiate the OS installer
9)Step after this is for those who have titans kernel v39/v40
10)One the installer complete,type “apt-get install kernel-power-bootimg”
11)Type “dpkg -i /home/user/MyDocs/.nitdroid/multiboot-kernel-power_0.3_armel.deb”
12)I think that’s about it.Restart with your N900 keyboard open.You should have 3 booting option now.
i)Maemo 5 omap(default kernel)
ii)Maemo 5 linux v4X(choose this if you want to run with titans kernel)
iii)Nitroid

You can change the booting sequence from item file list but I’ll keep it for another day.

Restart the phone.Cry if NITDroid didn’t load & come back & post here what’s your problem or if NITDroid do work perfectly ask you girlfriend to stay at home today as you want to play with your rebranded phone.

Follow the Manual or GParted method of repartition before proceeding with this way of NITDroid installation

For faster installation I recommend you to download the 2 NITDroid installation files with your computer & copy them to MyDocs aka internal memory

NITDroid 2.2 v0.0.9 Installation File

NITDroid Kernel File

Download this file only if you want to install Android 2.3 instead - Link

Open X-Terminal
Type
Type
Type
Press "y" to agree.This will install multiboot & the items files.
Following part is the Android system files extraction part.If you used either manual or GParted method in frontpage you'll have to install NITDroid in mmcblk0p5.This partition could be different if you made extra partition.If you have please ask on how to proceed before typing anything.
Type each line in terminal


Kernel installation

Unmount NITDroid Partition

For those who are using kernel power


Reboot with you keyboard open now & you should see NITDroid in booting option

NITDroid v0.0.8 will automatically overlock N900 to 700MHz.
But for those who want more “kick” the following are the method to overclock the NITDroid.This is done using titans kernel & you have to boot to Maemo.

As usual start the godly X-Terminal
1)Type “sudo gainroot”
2)Type “mount /dev/mmcblk1p2 / and”
3)Type “leafpad /and/system/etc/power.conf” – This is assuming you do have leafpad installed
4)This is the tricky part

By default the max/min should be like this :

scaling_max_freq 700000
scaling_min_freq 500000
avoid_frequencies 850000 805000 700000 550000 125000

FYI - These are all the available frequencies that you can specify:
1150000 1100000 1000000 950000 900000 850000 805000 750000 700000 600000 550000 500000 250000 125000

This is my setting.You guys can learn this as example
I’m using 500-850MHz setting

scaling_max_freq 850000
scaling_min_freq 500000
avoid_frequencies 950000 900000 805000 750000 600000 500000 125000

5)Once you’re done unmount the sd card with “umount /dev/mmcblk1p2”

Overclocking using App
Install SetCPU

1)Register for gmail.If you already have it you can skip this step.
2)Open Android Market.Login with your gmail account.
3)Search for "File Manager" app under Applications tab.
4)Click it & the file will be added to the download list(something like fapman)
5)Go to download tab to initiate download.
6)Make sure you save the .apk file in the sd card or N900 emmc(in my case it seems the sd card unmountable so I have to save the file to N900's emmc)
7)Navigate through the File Manager to the .apk file.
8)Tap it & follow the rest instructions.

Install with method above.
http://www.mediafire.com/?ueayccpaha493cy

1.Open the Market app (from the Home screen or app launcher)
2.Leaving the Market app running, return to the Home screen and open the Settings app again
2.Within Settings select Applications → Manage applications → Running (from Tab at top)
4.Scroll to select the Market app → press the Clear Cache button → then press the Force Stop button (Do not press the Clear Data button)
5.Press the back button (to go back to the list of running apps)
6.Scroll to select Google Services Framework → press the Clear Data button → OK (to confirm) → then press the Force Stop button
7.Return to the Home screen
8.Launch the Market app again, which will give an error "Attention an error has occurred..." → OK button
9.Shutdown by holding power button → Power Off → OK
10.Restart, wait for wi-fi to reconnect, open Market again (You may have to reboot several times and check Market)
The opening Market screen should no longer be blank, and many more apps (free & paid) should now be available. (Although apps can be downloaded, a few may still fail to install or run properly).