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T-Mobile announces plans
T-Mobile has announced the development of new email price plans, offering instant email for £5 per month, with other web 'n' walk browsing packages from £10 a month. In what could be of interest to those looking for mobile phones with internet access, T-Mobile will also be offering the Blackberry Pearl 8110, available in a blue slate colour. Head of Internet on the Move at T-Mobile Richard Warmsley said: "The BlackBerry Pearl pho...
Friday, 29th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Nokia to incorporate Latin influence into design
Nokia has announced the launch of a mobile phone design studio in Rio de Janerio, Brazil, which it hopes will influence the design of its products. The new satellite studio will be based at the Design School of UniverCidade, following the development of a Nokia studio in Bangalore, India. Chief designer at Nokia Alastair Curtis said: "Combining the experience of our global design team with... Read the full story »
Thursday, 28th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Illegal mobile phone drivers 'still a problem'
A total of 45 per cent of mobile phone users with a vehicle still send text messages while driving, according to the RAC. Research by the company also shows that 89 per cent of mobile phone users keep their phone switched on when behind the wheel. Those who want to use their phones while driving can invest in hands-free kits, provided by most mobile firms. Elizabeth Dainton of the RAC commente... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 27th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Nokia showcases new flexible phone
Nokia has showcased a new mobile phone development at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Dubbed the Morph, the device is a stretchable, flexible mobile phone, which can be shaped into different forms and also features self-cleaning surfaces in a project which the company has described as a "combination of art and science". It was developed by the Nokia Research Centre (NRC) in the U... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
New mobile phone product can read deleted msgs
Mobile phone users who - for whatever reason - want to read deleted text messages from a sim card are now able to do so, reports the Daily Record. A new gadget from BrickHouse Security is able to interpret data such as text message and phone numbers, even after they have been deleted. The device could be used to recover lost data, although it is being marketed as a means to keep check on others ... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Second Life and LinkedIn go mobile
Mobile versions of alternative world Second Life and professional social networking site LinkedIn are being launched, reports the Register. Second Life is available for those with a 3G mobile, although some aspects are limited, such as the option to build things. The new version of LinkedIn is available in six languages and can be used on wireless technology in order to provide easier access to ... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phone sales over internet 'set to triple'
It is estimated that 21 per cent of all mobile phone sales will be conducted online by 2012, according to research by Informa Telecoms & Media. An industry survey showed that it is thought that the retail revenues of online mobile sales could reach £180.9 billion (£92 billion) by 2012, an increase of 27 per cent on last year. Research analyst at Informa Angela Stainthorpe explained... Read the full story »
Monday, 25th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Phone scam warning
Young mobile phone users are being aided in the battle against scammers in Manchester, with Trafford council backing up an Office of Fair Trading (OFT) scheme. The OFT has been sending text message warnings to young people, informing them about the dangers of fraud, something which also could affect mobile phone users of all ages. It has been estimated by the OFT that six per cent of those who l... Read the full story »
Monday, 25th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
O2 wins Network Rail mobile contract
O2 has announced that it will be providing all mobile phone services to Network Rail, after winning the contract from Vodafone in what is the largest corporate win for the provider. Those using mobile phone services as part of Network Rail have been promised they will be part of a project which will "set a new benchmark" for the rail industry. Business sales director of O2 UK Ben Dowd ... Read the full story »
Friday, 22nd February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Smartphone owners 'wouldn't switch'
Some 90 per cent of those with a smartphone would not revert back to a feature phone, according to a survey by Magmic Games and ISG. The research showed that gaming was felt to be a superior experience on a smartphone such as a Blackberry, with features such as image quality and controls cited as benefits. Executive vice-president of publishing at Magmic Games Nicholas Reichenbach said: "It... Read the full story »
Thursday, 21st February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobiles in space
Mobile phone users could find they can roam even further as a trial network is to be established, on the moon. The scheme is being developed by Nasa and the British National Space Centre (BNSC) to allow astronauts to stay in touch with text messages while exploring the moon, it has been reported by business website Silicon.com. It is believed that the 'MoonLite' mission will be launched in 2012,... Read the full story »
Thursday, 21st February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange and Vodafone outline partnership
Mobile phone users could benefit from the announcement that Orange and Vodafone are to work together – a move that has been clarified by the two companies. The move will include a reduction in mobile masts as Orange and Vodafone will start to share the sites later this year. Chief executive of Orange UK Tom Alexander commented on the plans, saying: "It will be better for our customers,... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 20th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
New mobile technology showcased
New mobile phone technology, already available in Japan, could mean users are able to control their domestic appliances wherever they are. The ongoing Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is showcasing new technology from around the world, with the BBC highlighting the new mobile phone from the P2P Universal Computing Consortium (PUCC). The news provider reports that the application was demons... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 20th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
New games for Nokia
It has been announced that a new range of Java mobile games will be available on Nokia's SNAP Mobile platform. The first game to be made available will be Chuzzle, named Casual Game of the Year in 2005 at the Billboard Digital Entertainment & Media Excellence Awards. The news will see the development of a variety of multi-player Java games by PopCap Games, which has secured a deal with Nokia... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 19th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
HTC Shift to be sold by Orange
Mobile phone operator Orange has announced that it is to sell the HTC Shift - a mobile device with the capabilities of a laptop. The product is available with a full QWERTY keyboard and a 30 GB hard-drive, and uses touch screen technology that Orange suggests makes it the first of its kind. Head of business devices at Orange UK Nick Horton said: "The Shift's highly portable design and abili... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 19th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phones 'could increase check-in options'
Mobile phone users could be able to speed up their check-in times at airports, as flight companies utilise new phone technology. Virgin Atlantic has commented on the developments, explaining that boarding cards could be sent to mobile phones, including updated information regarding gate numbers. Janine Donavan, press officer at Virgin Atlantic, explained: "We believe it will be another opti... Read the full story »
Monday, 18th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
'Projector glasses' for mobile phone users
The Mobile World Congress showcased some of the world's latest mobile phone developments, including Personal Display Glasses from Mobintech. AFP reported that the new "futuristic-looking" glasses connect to mobile phones, allowing users to enjoy the illusion of watching films or television on a 30-inch television set, as though they were two metres away from it. The company hopes that ... Read the full story »
Monday, 18th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Sony Ericsson wins mobile award
The W910 Walkman phone from Sony Ericsson has been awarded the Best Handset prize at the Global Mobile Awards 2008. By "redefining music on mobile," the phone features services such as shake control and expandable memory, which allows mobile users to store over 900 songs. President of Sony Ericsson Dick Komiyama said: "We are very proud to receive such a prestigious award for what... Read the full story »
Friday, 15th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Footballer fined for mobile phone use
The importance of not using mobile phones when concentrating on something else has been highlighted by an £8,000 fine levied on Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo, who appears to enjoy using his mobile phone. Ronaldo was fined after Sir Alex Ferguson caught him sending texts during training season, which goes against the new rules set out for mobile phone use by the club. A source tol... Read the full story »
Friday, 15th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Free mobile music service launched
A new mobile service will allow customers to download an unlimited number of tunes to their phones, as part of their contract. The service, Music Station Max, has been developed by Omnifone which has announced that consumers can take advantage of a pre-licensed arrangement with major record labels. Chief executive of Omnifone Rob Lewis said: "Consumers will come to expect unlimited mobile m... Read the full story »
Thursday, 14th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Nvidia release new graphics processor
Nvidia has showcased a new processing platform at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, which could transform mobile phone graphics. The APX 2500 has been designed for the new generation of smartphones, with a processor that can playback HD 720 p films on mobile phones. It also features a 12-megapixel camera and allows mobiles to be transformed into a remote control and a pointing device with ... Read the full story »
Thursday, 14th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Orange and T-Mobile to launch mobile TV pilot
A new mobile television broadcast service is to be launched jointly by Orange and T-Mobile, aimed at those in West London. It is hoped that the pilot will demonstrate how costs of multimedia broadcast services over the 3G network can be reduced by operators working together. Product and innovations director of Orange Paul Jevons said: "This joint pilot of the service in London is an excelle... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 13th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Nokia and Orange promise value added services
Nokia and Orange announced they have signed a memorandum of understanding at the Mobile World Congress, currently underway in Barcelona. The companies have agreed to join together to develop value-added services such as mobile advertising and gaming through co-marketing, which may be followed by a strategic partnership between the two. Executive vice president of Orange's global mobile operation... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 13th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Sonim Technologies offers mobile challenge
Sonim Technologies has been challenging people in Barcelona to break what it claims is the world's toughest phone. As part of the Mobile World Congress, the mobile phone company has taken a bus onto the Spanish streets to prove that the XP1 cannot be destroyed. Co-founder of Sonim Technologies Joakim Wiklund commented: "Research commissioned by us indicated that 70 per cent of outdoor worke... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 13th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Ericsson: Mobile broadband benefits society
After a breakthrough year for mobile broadband in 2007, the continuation of technology development could mean consumers see the "true power of mobile broadband", according to Carl-Henric Svanberg, chief executive and president of Ericsson. Speaking at the Mobile World Congress, taking place this week in Barcelona, Mr Svanberg has discussed the importance of mobile broadband and televisi... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 12th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Village is mobile phone 'dead zone'
BT has said it will come up with an "innovative solution" for a village that currently has neither mobile phone signal or broadband connection, reports the BBC. The 200 residents of Gwytherin, Conwy live in an area dubbed a "dead zone" because of its lack of signal, an issue which is currently being investigated by Ofcom. A spokesperson for BT Openreach told the corporation: ... Read the full story »
Monday, 11th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phone operators to stop child abuse sites
The GSM Association, the mobile industry trade body, is to take steps to prevent access to sites featuring child pornography. Operators will use technology to either block sites, or redirect users to a police warning site, as part of the voluntary scheme. The initiative will be announced at the Mobile World Congress, which is being held in Barcelona this week, and has already got the support of ... Read the full story »
Monday, 11th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Potential mobile phone from Google
It has been speculated that a prototype mobile phone from Google will be presented at the Mobile World Congress show next week. Google has already revealed it is developing a mobile platform, in conjunction with British manufacturer ARM, which has been known by the name Android, although neither company has commented, according to the Guardian. The Times has dubbed the anticipated mobile the Gph... Read the full story »
Friday, 8th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phones 'are not dangerous'
Claims that using mobile phones could be dangerous have been dismissed by a study undertaken by the Tokyo Women's Medical University. According to the study there was no sign of increased risk of brain cancer among mobile phone users, suggesting that radiation from mobile phones was not linked to cancer. Lead researcher Professor Nahito Yamaguchi said: "Using our newly developed and more ac... Read the full story »
Friday, 8th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Anticipation mounts before Mobile World Congress
Ahead of the Mobile World Congress, the Telegraph speculated what may be revealed at the event and the which direction mobile technology is heading. The congress, to be held in Barcelona from the February 11th-14th, features mobile operators, equipment providers and other companies and personalities involved in the mobile phone industry. In the newspaper article, CCS Insight analyst Ben Woods su... Read the full story »
Thursday, 7th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobiles 'can aid developing world'
A United Nations (UN) report has shown the importance of mobile phone technology in a global future, although it also highlighted that the divide between developing countries and the developed world was still large. Mobile phone users in the developing world now account for 58 per cent of global subscribers which, as business mobile users in the UK may have found, can help the creation of financi... Read the full story »
Thursday, 7th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Double memory for iPhone
Apple has revealed a new version of the iPhone with double the memory, which will store up to 4,000 songs. The new 16GB model will go on sale for £329, although the older 8GB version, which has been on sale in the UK since November, will still be available for £269. Apple's vice president of worldwide iPod and iPhone marketing Greg Joswiak said: "For some users, there's never enou... Read the full story »
Wednesday, 6th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phone users 'not using technology'
Some 57 per cent of UK mobile phone users are using their phone in the same way they did in 2003, a new survey suggests. The results, released by say what this organisation is AppTrigger, show that calls and texts still dominate mobile phone use, with only 22 per cent of users having tried location-based services. Vice-president of marketing at Apptrigger Patrick Fitzgerald blamed mobile phone o... Read the full story »
Tuesday, 5th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phone camera engineers awarded
A group of Edinburgh University electronic engineers credited with early development of the mobile phone camera are to be honoured. Peter Denyer, David Renshaw, Wang Guoyu and Lu Mingying are being given the Rank Prize, worth £80,000 for their work in camera technology from the 1980s. Their work is thought to be integral to the development of the cameras used by mobile phone users, work whi... Read the full story »
Monday, 4th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Free calls for young mobile phone users
Mobile phone service Blyk could offer free calls and texts to young people, using direct marketing to fund the deal, reports the Times. Blyk currently asks users to specify preferences before subscribing to aid targeted marketing, which has resulted in a 29 per cent response rate to text and picture message advertising, a figure that is apparently double the standard rate. The service is aimed a... Read the full story »
Monday, 4th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
Mobile phone drama
O2 customers are being offered the chance to enjoy a made-for-mobile drama, a "high-action thriller" entitled Cell. The drama is the first of its kind and has been developed by Digital Studios, a division of Endemol, which has already produced the documentary Get Close to...the Sugababes for mobile phone users. Head of Digital Studios in the UK Grahame Riddell explained: "What mak... Read the full story »
Monday, 4th February 2008 - by Editorial Team
O2 simplifies charges
Mobile phone operator O2 has announced it is to simplify tariffs, which will include extra minutes and texts for iPhone customers. A TNS survey showed that 52 per cent of mobile phone users find "tariff structures and offers confusing," - a figure that prompted the changes at O2. Customers will now be offered six price points, which can be modified with other bolt-ons such as unlimited... Read the full story »
Friday, 1st February 2008 - by Editorial Team
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