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Nokia Chases Blogger To Recover N8 Prototype

Posted by samzenpus on from the history-repeating dept.

boris writes "Nokia has approached Russian authorities to retrieve its N8 prototype from blogger Eldar Murtazin, in a case similar to Apple iPhone 4/Gizmodo fiasco. In its official blog, Nokia said, 'we formally requested the return of all unauthorized Nokia property from Mr. Murtazin and he declined to respond. As a result, we have contacted the Russian authorities to assist us in the return of all unauthorized Nokia property.'"

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  1. Did they pay off the Russian authorities? by Joe+The+Dragon · · Score: 4, Insightful

    Did they pay off the Russian authorities?

    As that how things get done in Russia.

    1. Re:Did they pay off the Russian authorities? by Haffner · · Score: 3, Insightful

      Incorrectly modded troll. That really IS how things are done. When the police pull you over, you pay them before you start discussing the ticket, and then possibly pay them again. That is how Russia works.

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    2. Re:Did they pay off the Russian authorities? by Jurily · · Score: 3, Insightful

      As a US tourist, couldn't I just poke the cop in the chest and say "Back off Ivan, we won the cold war!" ?

      Smart people don't insult people with weapons, especially not in countries where human life has never been a priority.

    3. Re:Did they pay off the Russian authorities? by thegarbz · · Score: 3, Insightful

      As a US tourist , couldn't I just poke the cop in the chest and say "Back off Ivan, we won the cold war!" ?

      Smart people don't insult people with weapons, especially not in countries where human life has never been a priority.

      For a bit of context I highlighted the critical parts of both your statements.

  2. Re:This is a non-story by Kenshin · · Score: 3, Insightful

    An individual comes into an unauthorized posession of a development prototype.
    Apple politely asks said invidividual to return their property.
    Individual responds dickishly.
    Apple involves the authorities.

    Replace a few words, and there's plenty of story. What makes Nokia so different?

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  3. Re:Legit concern by shutdown+-p+now · · Score: 3, Insightful

    The guy isn’t just a blogger apparently he also describes himself as a consultant to the mobile industry.

    "Describes himself" is very apt here. The guy is very well known in RuNet, and is largely the laughing stock of the industry and people interested in it. His "consultancy" is a single-man company where he is a senior (and only) consultant, and its only known outlet is his blog. He is also quite famous for making incorrect and downright laughable predictions.