New Nokia Maps application has revamped UI with faster loading and other improvements.

The updated Nokia Maps application has a new streamlined user interface with improved nearby search and detailed categories.

"Many people were saying that they didn't know how much data they were using, so we have added a data download counter in the map view. We also added a GPS status indicator so that you know when your device is connected to the satellites." The updated version also comes with a bonus three-day trial Navigation license free of charge. "With this trial users can try out the service over a weekend holiday or a short business trip and discover the convenience of having a personal navigation device integrated into their mobile" said Michael Halbherr.

Both new versions of Nokia Maps and the Nokia Map Loader are available to download for selected devices at http://maps.nokia.com . Nokia is also updating the map coverage during the second half of 2007 to bring the total number of countries covered to over 150, with more than 50 of them navigable.