Nokia has seemingly taken a more direct route in offering two of its latest flip-style phones to U.S. consumers by selling them direct. The Nokia N-Series models — the N75 (also recently released on AT&T) and N76 — are now available via Nokia stores independent of a carrier contract.

The N75 (pictured at left) is a clamshell 3G smartphone that offers the Symbian operating system with the S60 interface in a small, flip form shape. It features a 2.4-inch, QVGA, color display and a 2 megapixel camera with integrated flash

The N76 is a Motorola RAZR-like model that has a similar flip form factor, and a heavy emphasis on music and multimedia. It also features photo and video capabilities with a 2.4 inch color display and a 2 megapixel camera with integrated flash, and an external display that allows for calling and other multimedia controls.

The suggested retail price for Nokia N75 is $430, and the N76 goes for $500 (without contracts).

Both devices are now available for purchase at online sites, including www.nseries.com, at the Nokia Flagship Stores in New York City and Chicago, and at independent retailers nationwide.

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