[maemo-users] Getting a N810 abroad

[From: Ryan Pavlik]

My answers are based on the N800.

Yves Kurz wrote:
> Hello tablet community
>
> As a software developer and long time Linux user I'm would like to get an N810.
> The problem: In my country (Switzerland) it costs about sFr799 (US$
> 720) which is very over priced and way beyond what I intend to give
> for such a device.
> Luckily my employer sends me to the SD-West developer conference next
> month which takes place in Santa Clara, CA.  Now I thought I could buy
> one there.
> What do you think, is this a good idea? Are there any major issues to
> expect, except the different keyboard layout?
> Does the US charger also accept the European 230V/50Hz input?
>   
The N800 one did, but if not, I think it's a standard Nokia charger, 
easily purchased for European voltage.
> Are the GPS maps for Europa installed?
>   
I know that the maps can just be downloaded from within the program, 
even on the N800 which does not come with maps.
> Since I'm only for one week there, where should I go to get one?
>
> Thank you for your help.
>
> Yves
>
>   
Ryan