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» Editorials |
| How long could you survive without the internet? |
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Jun 14, 2009 - 9:02 PM - by boz
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 Since the conception of the World Wide Web back in the late 1980s the internet has become part of our lives whether we like it or not. Over the years the internet has really taken off bringing visual, audio or text communication to the masses across the continents in an instant. It seems nowadays businesses big or small have to be a part of this revolution to survive and sell their products, and we as consumers gladly part with a monthly fee to our service provider to be part of this... [Read More]
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20 Replies | 402 Views
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| Why I despise the iPhone. |
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Apr 24, 2009 - 10:59 AM - by waveydavey
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 Ok, this started as a quick reply to another post and ended up being a bit controversial to say the least so I've given it its own thread. I know I'm going to get hammered for this one from many sides, but I can be silent no more. I'd be interested in your responses......
<rant>I'm not anti iPhone, ok actually I am anti iPhone but it's because I just don't think it's as good a device as everyone seems to think it is. Apple have cut many corners to make it child proof. Too... [Read More]
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» Windows Mobile News |
| Marketplace blocking Non-US Developers |
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Jul 01, 2009 - 2:34 PM - by Bassey
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msmobiles are reporting that the Microsoft Marketplace (i.e. the on-line software store for Windows Mobile Software) does not allow non-US based developers to register. Apparently, the problem is down to the banking instructions you need to enter when you register. The system can currently only accept US-based bank routing - not the standard international IBAN's.
That said, though, the store doesn't officially launch until September/October and Microsoft promise to introduce International Payment systems some time this month. It does seem a bit strange, though that, nearly a year after the system was opened up to partners and developers, Microsoft hasn't got around to implementing standard payment systems. I mean, it's not exactly as if they've never done on-line payments before, is it?
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3 Replies | 78 Views
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| TG01 Coming to O2 |
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Jul 01, 2009 - 2:13 PM - by Bassey
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 msmobiles are reporting a rumour that the TG01 is on it's way to O2 in both the UK and Germany and - if the rumour is to be believed - we won't have long to wait. They claim the launch date is the 9th July; that's next Thursday!
The TG01 is, of course, the Windows Mobile powered device announced by T-Mobile containing the 1GHz SnapDragon processor and a 4.1" display.
I can't help feeling it probably won't be called the TG01 if/when O2 launch it, mind 
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19 Replies | 266 Views
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| Microsoft advertising for wm engineers for 7 to work on zune intrgration |
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Jul 01, 2009 - 9:53 AM - by johnston411
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Job Title: Software Development Engineer
Job Category: Software Development
Product: Windows Mobile
Date Posted: 05/15/2009
Job Code: 256248
Location: WA – Redmond
Travel Required:
The Mobile Devices division is Microsoft’s fastest growing, most cutting edge, and most competitive business. Windows Mobile 7 is a huge, important bet for the company and the team has benefitted from a recent influx of senior talent from around the company. Our users buy Windows Mobile devices to manage all parts of their work and personal lives through the use of phone, email, IM, SMS, calendar, contacts, photo sharing, and access to social networks. “Communications” is the Windows Mobile 7 team that owns that experience end to end from phone to connectivity to Windows Live and Exchange services. Millions of Windows Mobile customers all around the world use what we build in this team every day.
The Communications Foundations team is the engine room that powers these social experiences – the team builds the connectors and Unified Storage models that power all the social &... [Read More]
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6 Replies | 155 Views
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| Europe caps mobile charges |
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Jul 01, 2009 - 9:02 AM - by Graffen
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The cost of sending text messages from your mobile phone when you are overseas in the European Union has come down.
The maximum charge for sending a text is now 11 euro cents ($0.15; 9.4p) plus sales tax.
It is the first time that text charges have been capped. The previous EU average was 28 cents.
The price of making a call is capped at 43 cents a minute, down from 46 cents, while the price of receiving a call is capped at 19 cents, down from 22 cents.
"The roaming-rip off is now coming to an end," said EU Telecoms Commissioner Viviane Reding.
The cost of transferring a megabyte of data is capped at one euro.
Also, mobile operators have been forced to charge for calls by the second after the first half minute, instead of rounding up to the nearest minute.
Many mobile operators have fought against the new caps, which are expected to significantly reduce their profits from roaming charges.
Taken from BBC News
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8 Replies | 110 Views
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| U2o iWalk 5400mAh Emergency Battery Charger - mixing Windows Mobile and a motorcycle! |
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Jun 30, 2009 - 11:18 PM - by boz
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I had a small project in mind to test the U2o iWalk 5400mAh emergency battery charger for it's strengths and possible weaknesses, it involved coupling the rechargeable battery with a Windows Mobile device and a motorcycle! When the rechargable battery and the other items I needed for this review arrived quickly, safely and well packaged, I couldn't wait to start on my project.
For your delectation photographs are thumbnails which may be clicked on to load a larger image.
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4 Replies | 167 Views
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| Micro-USB now becomes the European standard |
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Jun 29, 2009 - 8:44 PM - by windows
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 The European cellphone market, led by the European Commission, has adopted Micro-USB as the standard for cellphone charging/sync ports.
Cellphone manufacturers including Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Apple, Motorola, NEC, LG, RIM, Qualcomm, Samsung and Texas Instruments support the standardization. The surprising name on this list has to be Apple because of its long-standing and widely used licensed, proprietary connector. The most noticeable company missing from the list is HTC, which uses the mini-USB port.
The standardization should be an across-the-board savings from reducing production costs, eliminating everyone's drawer full of chargers, and reducing waste at the local landfill. The first devices under the new standard should hit the shelves in 2010, eventually leading to devices and chargers sold separately.
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4 Replies | 106 Views
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» Press Releases |
| HTC Hero grab bag from DeviceWire |
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Jul 02, 2009 - 6:54 PM - by windows
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Pre-Order the HTC Hero and you will receive an Official HTC Hero Car Charger and Case promotional box and Official HTC Hero Screen Protector absolutely FREE worth £35.
HTC Hero
HTC Hero is the first phone to embody HTC Sense™ - an intuitive, seamless experience built upon three fundamental principles - make it mine, stay close, and discover the unexpected.
HTC Hero's design sets the phone apart not just in how distinct it looks, but how great it feels. Make it your Hero with personalisation that let you create a phone that uniquely fits your life. Feel closer than ever to those that matter with a communication experience based on people - rather than technology. And discover unexpected, yet intuitive, touches that make everything you do on your phone effortless and delightful.
Box Contents
- HTC Hero (White)
- Quick start guide
- Screen protector
- Travel charger
- Mini-USB data cable
- Standard battery
- Wired stereo headset with 3.5 mm connector
- Accessory leaflet
- 2GB microSD card
Further information on the HTC... [Read More]
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| Resco Sudoku Touch |
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Jul 02, 2009 - 6:50 PM - by windows
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The easiest, yet challenging way to play Sudoku on your phone
Resco, a leading provider of end-user mobile applications, announced today the release of Resco Sudoku Touch v1.50 for Windows Mobile devices.
Resco Sudoku Touch allows creating and playing millions of puzzles in four difficulty levels. You can also insert and solve any Sudoku puzzle published in your favorite newspaper, or create your own puzzle. The entire Sudoku design is touch based and at no point do you need a stylus. Resco Sudoku Touch was programmed with the emphasis on intuitive and fast control.
Resco Sudoku Touch now fully supports HD resolutions as found e.g. on the HTC Touch HD, Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 and more new coming devices.
"Sudoku Touch is simple to set up, a pleasure to use and the iPhone style interface has been implemented to perfection. For a moment there, I forgot I was playing it on a Windows Mobile device."
Shaun McGill, founder of www.pda247.com
Pricing and Availability
A... [Read More]
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| Celebrate Independence Day with Handmark Fireworks for your smartphone! |
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Jun 29, 2009 - 5:24 PM - by windows
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This coming weekend marks Independence Day in the USA and fireworks are a popular way of celebrating 4th of July.
We've updated our fun FREE fireworks app, Handmark Fireworks, and new versions are available to download for Windows Mobile and BlackBerry from Handmark.com and Astraware.com and for iPhone and iPod touch from the App Store!
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| CoPilot® Live™ launches Turn by Turn navigation for Android phones |
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Jun 29, 2009 - 5:22 PM - by windows
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 ALK Technologies Inc, the leading developer of navigation and transportation software, today announced that its highly acclaimed CoPilot® Live™ satellite navigation system is now available for Android-based mobile phones. It can be purchased and downloaded immediately from Android Market for devices such as HTC Magic, T-Mobile G1 and the new HTC Hero.
CoPilot Live brings the very latest developments in turn-by-turn GPS navigation technology and real-time travel information to the Android platform. Users can benefit from detailed voice-guided turn instructions and cutting-edge 3D mapping, helping them to find their way wherever they go.
In common with the Windows Mobile based and Symbian product, CoPilot’s premium quality digital street maps are stored on the phone, rather than relying on mobile Internet connectivity for per-trip data. Additional map regions can also be downloaded directly to the device.
A range of CoPilot ‘Live’ services, delivered via the phone’s mobile Internet connection, are designed to make journeys more predictable, and include real-time traffic alerts, 5-day weather forecast information and a new location sharing... [Read More]
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