by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
BlackBerry gained Palringo application and what BlackBerry can do so can the iPhone. According to just another iphone blog Palringo is expanding to the Apple iPhone.
The Palringo multiple IM client is now available to download via the Apple App Store. Apple iPhone users may have already downloaded an instant messaging app or two, but they should now be aware that using Palringo they wee be able to stay in contact with their friends across more IM networks.
Palringo supports most of the top IM services, which include the likes of Google Talk, Windows Live Messenger, and Yahoo messenger. So putting it simply, Palringo can replace most of the other IM services.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
In the Wireless Japan conference 2008, which was held on 22nd to 24th July, NTT DoCoMo showed off their intelligent Li-ION battery for mobile handsets.
Gearlog reported this: NTT DoCoMo?s idea is to find double troubles witn the Li-ION battery and relay it to the user.
To accomplish this, NTT DoCoMo has embedded an 8-bit microcomputer onto the battery pack that is responsible for monitoring current, temperature, voltage, deterioration and remaining battery level.
When a problem is detected, information will be projected to the users mobile phone screen informing them of the situation.
But the most important feature is all this relevant information is actually stored on the battery and not the SIM or mobile phone, thus if a user changes the mobile handset they will still have access to the information if they just change batteries.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
The Zeemote is still waiting to enter retail channels, but while they do, apparently Gameloft has now come aboard, which is staggering news for the developer of the mobile analogue joystick.
Mobile Games Blog reports, that Gonzague de Vallois of Gameloft has said: ?The Zeemote JS1 Controller brings an intuitive and innovative experience to players. We believe the Zeemote controller, combined with high quality Gameloft games is a perfect match for customers who will have a strong motivation to download and enjoy more and more mobile games.?
Zeemote Ready kits have already been shipped to participating developers and include testing criteria documents for Zeemote Ready applications, a style guide and submission forms.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
The FCC has recently unveiled a new mobile phone manufactured by Ezze Mobile Tech, the image we have available shows the new mobile, which is called ?MEGA4.?
The ?MEGA4? mobile handset shows the combination of Sony Ericsson buttons with an Apple iPhone?s menu, which by its self isn?t surprising really.
What is surprising is that Ezze Mobile Tech is actually going for FCC approval, which is somewhat strange because sooner or later Ezze Mobile Tech is bound to get hit with a patent lawsuit.
As for spec, Engadget got hold of these, this ?MEGA4? mobile handset offers up a touch-screen, quad-band GSM/GPRS radio, TV Out, and Bluetooth support.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
Samsung has released a trio of mono Bluetooth accessories over in Russia, these Bluetooth headsets hold a stylish design and yet are value for money, and justamp has taken a closer look at the three.
First up is the Samsung WEP250 bluetooth headset, based on the popular WEP200 model; the WEP250 is a budget headset that weighs only 11 grams. Battery provides up to 7 hours of talk and up to 100 hours of standby time.
Then we have the Samsung WEP350 Bluetooth headset, with a total thickness of 5.9 mm, this is the ?world?s most thinnest headset.? The ?surprisingly compact? headset sports a removable zaushnik that make its use more comfortable. Available in ?glossy black?, ?romantic red? and ?metallic silver?. It also comes with a desktop docking station charger that allows receiving of the calls even while charging.
And finally the Samsung WEP700 Bluetooth headset ?designed for businessmen leading active lives?. The device sports some noise suppression system and provides clear sound echoes even in the noisy environment. Battery promises to deliver up to 6 hours of talk and up to 200 hours of standby time, and weighs only 10 grams.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
With the release of Opera Mobile 9.5 it is obvious it has its share of those dreaded bugs, and to keep up with their beta users Opera has launched their first update to Opera Mobile 9.5.
This beta1 update apparently fixes an audio bug which turns off notification sounds, and it seems this update was quick and easy to roll out as further significant updates will take extra time.
According to Opera: We have updated the beta1 with a fix for the (very annoying) bug that turned off the notification sounds. The notification bugfix was relatively trivial and had a low risk. We are aware of the other bugs and issues, but these aren?t addressed in this update.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
Once Flixwagon posted their video demo of their app running on a jailbroken Apple iPhone last month, many iPhoner?s have been eagerly awaiting for Flixwagon to go live with their iPhone app.
Well iPhoners you need wait no longer because Flixwagon has announced they are now live with Flixwagon for iPhone. The app is currently in alpha stage testing, so please don?t expect everything to run hunky dory.
Without a native video recording option for the Apple iPhone we are of a mind that Flixwagon will definitely do well as hoards of iPhones rush for the public program.
Unfortunately if you are an iPhone 3G owners or have recently updated to the iPhone 2.0 OS, Flixwagon won?t be working for you just yet.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
Sony Ericsson seem to be pumping out mobiles quicker than anything these days, and now they announce their latest the Sony Ericsson G705 slider; although this isn?t an official announcement the images certainly appear real enough.
And GSMArena has got hold of the latest Sony Ericsson G705 scoop via SE4M . The G705 is said to be being officially announced within the next 2 weeks and is of a slider configuration with a 3 megapixel camera and built-in GPS receiver.
The latest snippet of news has it that the Sony Ericsson G705 will sport WiFi thus makes this mobile phone that much more attractive.
The down side is that the phone?s camera doesn?t have auto-focus and only as a LED flash rather than Xenon. However the G705 will support geo-tagging thanks to that GPS receiver.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
Back at the beginning of July, there was word that Sprint would be finally shipping their Airave signal booster nationwide before the month was out. Well it appears said rumour had proven right, even though it is cutting it close.
According to a report on phonescoop, as of now, Sprint users who are experiencing bad service can ?upgrade? by forking over $99.99 for the base station.
Once the user has the base station it will cost them a further $4.99 per month for extended coverage although still using your plan minutes. $10.00 per month for unlimited calls via Airave on a single Sprint handset, or $20.00 for multiple lines.
by Techno Witch on July 30, 2008
Motorola has announced their new stylish music orientated MOTO U9, which is now available as an unlocked handset for GSM networks in the United States of America, and exclusively sold via MOTOSTORE.
The MOTO U9 is small, compact and lightweight with a metallic gloss finish, it incorporates a touch sensitive display, and digital keys that allow the user to control the music player from the outside.
The MOTO U9 features a robust array of mobile music capabilities such as, Microsoft Windows Media Player 11 makes the U9 ready to rock as soon as it?s out of the box, with simple synching and automatic recognition of the device, Integrated music player supports multiple audio files: Windows WMAv10 plus Janus DRM, MP3, AAC, AAC+, AAC+ enhanced, Easy transition from phone to music and back again, MOTO U9 allows one-touch access to your library and pauses music as calls come through, Ability to download¹ the latest music hits from more than 200 on-line music stores onto the device from a PC using USB2.0 for speedy transfers and data access.
The general manager, global e-commerce, Motorola Mobile Devices, Pete Peterson says: ?MOTO U9 is a stylish phone, designed for trendsetters seeking to make a fashion statement. In addition, U9 delivers a dynamic music experience, allowing consumers to carry the music that moves them anywhere they go.?