Nokia Nixes X7 on AT&T

So much for the Nokia X7 on AT&T. Rumored to be headed to the carrier in February, the handset’s stateside release has, as first reported by PocketNow, indeed been canceled, but not by AT&T.

It was canceled by Nokia. It’s not clear why, but sources tell The Wall Street Journal that the company feared it wouldn’t get enough marketing and subsidy support from AT&T. A surprising move for Nokia, which desperately needs to step up its game in the U.S. smartphone market, where it’s often viewed as a laggard. And it’s a major disappointment for Nokia employees in the U.S., who’ve been looking for a serious U.S. smartphone deal to be in place by this summer.

The official comment from Nokia: “We are working hard with our U.S. carrier partners to bring meaningful smartphone solutions to market that are compelling consumer experiences, have strong operator support and a thriving ecosystem. As in any business, plans can change and deliberate decisions must be made to enable clear focus on bringing the right products to market at the right time.”

(Image courtesy of PocketNow)