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InformationWeek, April 23, 2008 Finnish cell phone vendor battles Apple's iPhone and iTunes with two new XpressMusic smartphones and a recently opened music store. AT&T, BlackBerry Let You Track Yourself Down InformationWeek, April 23, 2008 The built-in GPS capabilities in the Pearl 8110 provide directions, 3-D maps, and traffic alerts. O2 Wireless Debuts Alcatel GSM Phone InformationWeek, April 22, 2008 It doesn't have a camera, Web browser, or Bluetooth, but the basic handset has a basic price: $19.99 Rove's Mobile Admin 4.0 Delivers Greater Server Visibility InformationWeek, April 22, 2008 Rove said its Mobile Admin 4.0 has a redesigned Web interface and now supports Microsoft Exchange 2007, Windows 2008, and Windows Vista. Free Download Turns Smartphone Into Wi-Fi Hotspot InformationWeek, April 21, 2008 TapRoot trial is aimed at piquing carrier interest for Symbian, Windows Mobile-based handsets. Linux To Power 20% Mobile Phones By 2013 InformationWeek, April 21, 2008 Support from the Linux Mobile Foundation, Google's Android initiative, and Nokia's acquisition of Trolltech are seen as fueling the prediction from analyst firm ABI. Microsoft Broadens RFID Integration InformationWeek, April 18, 2008 The company's latest BizTalk RFID software aims to foster management and integration of RF-based applications across the enterprise. Motorola Offers Port Diversity On RFID Reader InformationWeek, April 18, 2008 With its XR450 platform, mono- and bi-static ports can be activated depending on requirements and local signal propagation issues, the company said. Verizon Touts Multimedia On Touchscreen Smartphone InformationWeek, April 17, 2008 The EV-DO 3G-enhanced XV6900 includes a media player, camera, and mobile versions of Microsoft apps. SD Memory Card Turns Cell Phones Into RFID Terminals InformationWeek, April 17, 2008 Wireless Dynamics' SDiD 1212 plugs into the SD slot built into many mobiles, and is the industry's first card with embedded 512 MB SD memory. iPhone Gets Free VoIP App From Fring InformationWeek, April 16, 2008 The software integrates contact lists for packetized voice, IM communications, and other Web 2.0 sites. LG Checks In With Record Financial Performance InformationWeek, April 16, 2008 Record sales, profits, and units in the mobile handset division highlight the company's quarterly results. FindWhere Mobilizes Buddy Location Data InformationWeek, April 15, 2008 The beta version of its Livecontacts application tracks contacts' movement geographically on mobile handsets. Nokia 3G Handset Optimized For Mobile Payments InformationWeek, April 15, 2008 The 6212 is enabled with near field communication technology that is designed to simplify wireless data transfers. XO Builds Unified Communications Platform InformationWeek, April 14, 2008 IP-based services bridge the gap between desktop and field environments, landline and wireless, IP and conventional telephony. American Apparel Taking Wireless Inventory With RFID InformationWeek, April 14, 2008 Each of its 17 stores in New York will be equipped for RFID during the next three months; an additional 120 locations in North America will follow. V-Enable Uses 4-11 To Intro Free Mobile Search InformationWeek, April 11, 2008 FreeMobile411 lets users browse by category, get maps, or ask for driving directions. Mobile Browsing Set For Major Growth InformationWeek, April 11, 2008 ABI forecasts 700 million browsers shipped in 2013, compared with 76 million in 2007. Inrix Offers Nationwide Traffic Alerts InformationWeek, April 10, 2008 Data gleaned from mobile handsets and GPS-enabled vehicles will flag congested areas all across the country. MedicMate Mobilizes Bedside Manner InformationWeek, April 10, 2008 The Windows Mobile-based app helps healthcare providers access only the information they need at any given moment. Berggi Adds Video To Its Mobile Mix InformationWeek, April 09, 2008 The free service, which is compatible with any handset with Java-based MIPD 2.0, features video jockeys' playlists that change on the hour, a la MTV. Verizon Connects Smartphones, PBXes InformationWeek, April 09, 2008 The company's PBX Mobile Extension software turns BlackBerry devices and other mobile handsets into extensions of the corporate voice environment. General Data, MobileFrame To Develop Enterprise Apps InformationWeek, April 08, 2008 The partnership positions the two companies to serve a mobile enterprise app market, which is growing at 30% annually. Dashboard Adds Investment App To BlackBerry InformationWeek, April 08, 2008 The company's Mobile Financial software is part business news reader, part investment dealer research portal. Charge Anywhere Turns Mobiles Into POS Terminals InformationWeek, April 07, 2008 The company's Secure Mobile Payment software works with Windows Mobile 5.0 and RIM 4.1 devices. NTT Goes From Cell Phone To Smell Phone InformationWeek, April 07, 2008 The carrier is set to test a new Mobile Fragrance Communication service that pairs audio and video with programmable aromas. Location-Based Services Poised To Hit $13.3 Billion In 5 Years InformationWeek, April 04, 2008 Fleet management for enterprises and personal navigation will be the highest-revenue-producing apps for GPS-enabled phones, ABI predicts. Aton Turns On Mobile 'Green Screens' InformationWeek, April 04, 2008 New terminal-emulation software resides on Windows Mobile-based handsets and uses VPN-level security protections. CTIA: Dial2Do Uses Voice Prompts For Hands-Free Users InformationWeek, April 03, 2008 The company's voice command software let users make calls, send texts, or record reminders. MDN Bolsters Mobile Messaging-Based CRM InformationWeek, April 03, 2008 Mobile Data Now v1.3 lets users access CRM apps via E-mail, SMS, or instant messaging sent from mobile handsets. CTIA: Samsung Showcases Second Life Apps InformationWeek, April 02, 2008 The cell phone client, like a mixed blogging platform, lets users post their thoughts simultaneously in the real world and the virtual world. Nokia's Low-End Phones Intended For Emerging Markets InformationWeek, April 02, 2008 Citing rapid growth of replacement market in developing economies, the company prices some of its handsets below $150. PGP Adds Encryption To Windows Mobile Smartphones InformationWeek, April 01, 2008 PGP Mobile encrypts Windows Mobile-based data automatically, but still allows mobile data to be shared securely with other mobile and desktop users. AT&T Makes Stylish Slide With Moto Z9 InformationWeek, April 01, 2008 New slider smartphone blends Web access, media player, GPS location services and video sharing. Verizon Debuts Smartphones For Multi-Taskers InformationWeek, March 31, 2008 The BlackBerry Curve 8330 and Moto Q 9c are both optimized for business users that rely on keeping in touch via QWERTY keyboards. Arch Rock Builds Internet Protocol Links Into Wireless Sensors InformationWeek, March 31, 2008 By combining nodes with Internet Protocol capabilities, wireless sensor nets get the same addressing, naming, and management as the rest of the enterprise network. Transcard Adds Apps For Mobile Banking InformationWeek, March 28, 2008 Transcard Mobile was built for payroll card members with text-enabled cell phones and gives them full bank account access using their mobiles. Samsung Blames Weak Chip Market For Lower Earnings Forecast InformationWeek, March 28, 2008 A soft semiconductor market and a weak global economy contribute to gloomier outlook. Leap Wireless' Cricket Adds Two Samsung Phones InformationWeek, March 27, 2008 The MyShot camera phone is equipped for use on emerging CDMA Advanced Wireless Services spectrum. Cellyspace Tool Converts RSS To MMS For Mobile InformationWeek, March 27, 2008 Content is presented in a slideshow format of up to eight slides. Each slide can contain an image, 300 characters of text, and an optional URL. Palm Adds Voice Commands For Smartphone Messaging, Browsing InformationWeek, March 26, 2008 Application software from Nuance offers hands-free access to mobile applications and content. Kodiak Takes Aim At Mobile Apps For Groups InformationWeek, March 26, 2008 The company's clientless applications make it easier to conference, text, and handle messaging for groups from mobile handsets. SingleClick Links To Open Source Wireless Database InformationWeek, March 25, 2008 The wireless technology company's adoption of WURFL means content gets served to more than 7,000 mobile devices in a format they can handle. T-Mobile Offers BlackBerry With Voice Over Wi-Fi InformationWeek, March 25, 2008 The BlackBerry 8820 offers voice connectivity at public and private hotspots. LG Slider Smartphone Emphasizes Style InformationWeek, March 25, 2008 The trim camera phone also automatically adjusts the brightness of the LED screen to help conserve the power capacity of the handset. Mobile Messaging Set To Grow InformationWeek, March 24, 2008 Global revenue from mobile messaging will reach $212 billion in five years, ABI predicts. Mobile Users To Buy More Smartphones InformationWeek, March 21, 2008 One in three devices sold in five years will be a smartphone, ABI Research says. LightPole API Makes More Content Mobile InformationWeek, March 21, 2008 The company's publishing system allows publishers, bloggers, and other content generators to engage with mobile users. Mobile Navigation Gets A Double GPS Boost InformationWeek, March 20, 2008 MapQuest, Rand McNally enhance location and traffic services for GPS-enabled mobile phones. Nokia Handset Adds Maps, Video Sharing InformationWeek, March 20, 2008 The N95 includes a 5-megapixel camera and A-GPS capability, which can guide users through all 50 states and 150 countries. |
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