As suspected, (Norman John is reporting that) Nokia is holding its own partner event in Barcelona in February, within walking distance of Mobile World Congress. Open just for the 15th and 16th, Nokia promise that "invited guests can relax on comfy sofas, enjoy delicious food and drinks as they discuss the industry and network with their peers". And, no doubt, a few tasty new Symbian-powered smartphones? We'll see.

Nokia announced earlier this year that they would not have a stand in the main hall at MWC in 2010.

At MWC this year you can expect to hear announcements from the Symbian Foundation and new Symbian powered handsets from several device manufacturers.