Latest News from the world of mobile phones http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk en-gb Saturday, 30th August 2008 0:15:01 +0100 Saturday, 30th August 2008 0:15:01 +0100 support@mobile-phones.co.uk 120 MobilePhoneFeeds v1.0 http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/images/header/logo.jpg http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk Mobile Phones - All the deals all the time 320 85 Motorola has announced that it will be cutting the number of distributors it has in the UK.Jim Michel, general manager of Motorola UK, said that ideally the firm would be looking to work with just two partners, but that should it prove necessary they... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/motorola-to-cut-distribution-partners-in-the-uk_18755573.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/motorola-to-cut-distribution-partners-in-the-uk_18755573.html Friday, 29th August 2008 Motorola has announced that it will be cutting the number of distributors it has in the UK.Jim Michel, general manager of Motorola UK, said that ideally the firm would be looking to work with just two partners, but that should it prove necessary they... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/motorola-to-cut-distribution-partners-in-the-uk_18755573.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/motorola-to-cut-distribution-partners-in-the-uk_18755573.html Friday, 29th August 2008 Retailers are being offered ongoing revenue if they push TrackTech's eMerit BlackBerry banking application.The software allows users to process credit card transactions on their mobile phones, reports Mobile News. A Merchant Banking Service does not ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/blackberry/distributors-offered-incentives-to-push-blackberry-service_18755566.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/blackberry/distributors-offered-incentives-to-push-blackberry-service_18755566.html Friday, 29th August 2008 Retailers are being offered ongoing revenue if they push TrackTech's eMerit BlackBerry banking application.The software allows users to process credit card transactions on their mobile phones, reports Mobile News. A Merchant Banking Service does not ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/distributors-offered-incentives-to-push-blackberry-service_18755566.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/distributors-offered-incentives-to-push-blackberry-service_18755566.html Friday, 29th August 2008 Recent figures have shown that the number of sales of mobile phones in the UK has risen by 14 per cent in the past year.A study by GfK and GFU revealed that the Britain is currently Europe's largest buyer of consumer electronics, accounting for 22 pe... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/uk-mobile-phone-sales-increase-by-14-per-cent_18755557.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/uk-mobile-phone-sales-increase-by-14-per-cent_18755557.html Friday, 29th August 2008 Recent figures have shown that the number of sales of mobile phones in the UK has risen by 14 per cent in the past year.A study by GfK and GFU revealed that the Britain is currently Europe's largest buyer of consumer electronics, accounting for 22 pe... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/uk-mobile-phone-sales-increase-by-14-per-cent_18755557.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/uk-mobile-phone-sales-increase-by-14-per-cent_18755557.html Friday, 29th August 2008 UK telecoms watchdog Ofcom recently stated that the mobile phone market in Britain needs "less regulation and more competition".Following consultation with major industry players, the body concluded that with an increase in the use of mobile communic... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-market-needs-less-regulation-and-more-choice_18753314.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-market-needs-less-regulation-and-more-choice_18753314.html Thursday, 28th August 2008 Nokia has recently unveiled one of the latest and most exclusive additions to its range of mobile phones. The 3G Carbon Arte 8800 is a follow-up to the Sirocco and will retail in the UK for £870 SIM-free, reports Mobile News magazine.It features... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-reveals-new-fashion-phone_18753310.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-reveals-new-fashion-phone_18753310.html Thursday, 28th August 2008 Nokia has recently unveiled one of the latest and most exclusive additions to its range of mobile phones. The 3G Carbon Arte 8800 is a follow-up to the Sirocco and will retail in the UK for £870 SIM-free, reports Mobile News magazine.It features... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/nokia-reveals-new-fashion-phone_18753310.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/nokia-reveals-new-fashion-phone_18753310.html Thursday, 28th August 2008 Increasingly advanced mobile phone technology and the dropping cost of purchasing it has led to working while on the move becoming easier.At least this is the claim of Renato Bottini, head of business at 3 UK, who believes that the increased options ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/mobile-phone-technology-makes-working-easier_18753301.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/mobile-phone-technology-makes-working-easier_18753301.html Thursday, 28th August 2008 Increasingly advanced mobile phone technology and the dropping cost of purchasing it has led to working while on the move becoming easier.At least this is the claim of Renato Bottini, head of business at 3 UK, who believes that the increased options ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/mobile-phone-technology-makes-working-easier_18753301.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/mobile-phone-technology-makes-working-easier_18753301.html Thursday, 28th August 2008 Increasingly advanced mobile phone technology and the dropping cost of purchasing it has led to working while on the move becoming easier.At least this is the claim of Renato Bottini, head of business at 3 UK, who believes that the increased options ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-technology-makes-working-easier_18753301.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-technology-makes-working-easier_18753301.html Thursday, 28th August 2008 China Mobile has announced that it will be conducting commercial trials of 3G in 38 cities by June 2009.The chairman of the mobile phone company's parent firm Wang Jianzhou said the company has already set up networks in eight cities and has purchase... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/china-mobile-to-expand-3g_18750376.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/china-mobile-to-expand-3g_18750376.html Wednesday, 27th August 2008 China Mobile has announced that it will be conducting commercial trials of 3G in 38 cities by June 2009.The chairman of the mobile phone company's parent firm Wang Jianzhou said the company has already set up networks in eight cities and has purchase... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/china-mobile-to-expand-3g_18750376.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/china-mobile-to-expand-3g_18750376.html Wednesday, 27th August 2008 Adobe Systems has announced that it will be releasing a mobile version of Photoshop in late September. Early reports of the software suggest that it will serve three main functions, the first of which will be allowing users to upload photographs from... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/photoshop-to-be-released-for-mobiles_18750371.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/photoshop-to-be-released-for-mobiles_18750371.html Wednesday, 27th August 2008 Adobe Systems has announced that it will be releasing a mobile version of Photoshop in late September. Early reports of the software suggest that it will serve three main functions, the first of which will be allowing users to upload photographs from... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/photoshop-to-be-released-for-mobiles_18750371.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/photoshop-to-be-released-for-mobiles_18750371.html Wednesday, 27th August 2008 Finnish phone manufacturer Nokia is set to take the Retail Vendor of the Year Award at an industry event in San Diego this week.The firm sells more than 1.5 million handsets each day and posted sales close to $20 billion (£10.9 billion) in the s... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-to-take-retail-vendor-of-the-year-gong_18748146.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-to-take-retail-vendor-of-the-year-gong_18748146.html Tuesday, 26th August 2008 Nokia has unveiled two new additions to its mobile phone range, which are expected to be on sale in the UK in the next month. The N85 is the new version of the N81 and offers users a five-megapixel camera with dual LED flash and Carl Zeiss optics, re... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-nokia-mobile-handsets-unveiled_18748142.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-nokia-mobile-handsets-unveiled_18748142.html Tuesday, 26th August 2008 Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Sudios (SCE WWS) has announced that it has selected Player X to publish a new set of games for a mobile phone, including Buzz! and Destruction Derby.The Buzz! franchise will be the first title released and will b... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/sony-unveils-mobile-gaming-plans_18745388.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/sony-unveils-mobile-gaming-plans_18745388.html Friday, 22nd August 2008 Cameras are the deciding factor in the mobile phone war, according to an expert in the sector.Ben Wood, analyst at CSS Insight, predicts that phones with ten and 12 megapixel technology will hit the market within 12 months, reports the Times. He beli... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/cameras-are-key-mobile-battleground_18745307.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/cameras-are-key-mobile-battleground_18745307.html Friday, 22nd August 2008 The popular Apple iPhone is helping to encourage the development of mobile gaming, according to new figures.A report from media analyst Screen Digest reveals that the top four game publishers are continuing to have a strong commitment to the sector, ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-gaming-receives-iphone-boost_18742549.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-gaming-receives-iphone-boost_18742549.html Thursday, 21st August 2008 Asda has unveiled new price plans for its pay as you go (PAYG) mobile phone services.Call costs for PAYG customers have been cut to 8 pence a minute, with texts priced at 4p, compared to rates from Orange and T-Mobile of 15p a minute for calls and 10... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/asda-slashes-mobile-charges_18744130.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/asda-slashes-mobile-charges_18744130.html Thursday, 21st August 2008 Google has today won a leading mobile phone award.The company came out on top in the search category of the Future Mobile Awards, chosen by Juniper Research.Companies that have made a significant contribution in their sector and are expected to conti... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-honour-for-google_18744118.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-honour-for-google_18744118.html Thursday, 21st August 2008 Taking advantage of mobile phone banking services is one way to make managing money simpler, according to an industry expert.Most high street banks have provided some form of mobile banking for some time, with customers able to sign up to a service t... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-banking-makes-life-easier_18742359.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-banking-makes-life-easier_18742359.html Wednesday, 20th August 2008 Mobile operators should think carefully before implementing a ban on international mobile broadband downloads following an EU threat to impose legal measures, says AdaptiveMobile.The European commission wants operators to slash the amount they charge... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/do-not-ban-overseas-mobile-downloads_18739002.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/do-not-ban-overseas-mobile-downloads_18739002.html Tuesday, 19th August 2008 Vodafone's 11 million pay-as-you-go customers will see their bills rise by as much as third in September, it has been announced.The cost of a call will increase from 15p to 20p a minute. Contract customers who exceed their monthly limits will see the... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/vodafone-increases-cost-of-calls_18739387.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/vodafone-increases-cost-of-calls_18739387.html Tuesday, 19th August 2008 Orange has launched the new BlackBerry Bold smartphone for customers in the UK, it has been announced.The first BlackBerry smartphone to support high-speed 3G and 3G+ HSDPA networks, the handset has the ability to support voice and data applications ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-launches-blackberry-bold_18735961.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-launches-blackberry-bold_18735961.html Monday, 18th August 2008 More than 605 million mobile handsets are expected to be produced in China this year, according to CCID Consulting. Manufacturers in China have already made 279 million mobile phones this year. Nokia, Samsung, Motorola, Sony Ericsson and LG accounted... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/china-expected-to-produce-605m-handsets-this-year_18735927.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/china-expected-to-produce-605m-handsets-this-year_18735927.html Monday, 18th August 2008 A review of the latest BT Fusion offering has described the E72 as "perfunctory" with no real purpose. According to Pocket-lint.co.uk, the E72, which is a standard Windows Mobile device, "doesn't feel like anything special" and suffers from cheap cas... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/mixed-response-to-bt-fusion-e72_18736123.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/mixed-response-to-bt-fusion-e72_18736123.html Monday, 18th August 2008 T-Mobile will be the first carrier to offer a mobile phone based on Google Android software, it has been reported.Both the New York Times and Reuters say that the high-end phone will be made by High Tech Computer Corp. The phone is expected to go on ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/android-handset-on-sale-before-christmas_18734066.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/android-handset-on-sale-before-christmas_18734066.html Friday, 15th August 2008 The average Britons spends twice as long texting and chatting on their mobile phone as they did in 2002, according to Ofcom.A survey by the UK telecoms regulator reveals that there has been a sharp rise in mobile usage over the past five years.Britai... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-use-doubles-in-5-years_18734481.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-use-doubles-in-5-years_18734481.html Friday, 15th August 2008 It has been confirmed that the first UK-bound commercial flight that allowed passengers to use their mobile phones while on board landed at London Heathrow last week. The Emirates Boeing 777 service from Dubai arrived at the airport on August 7th.A s... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/air-passengers-use-mobile-phones_18731380.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/air-passengers-use-mobile-phones_18731380.html Thursday, 14th August 2008 Leaving personal information and web browser history on a mobile phone can make it "that little bit easier" for a fraudster to steal that person's identity.This is the view of Danny Harrison, head of mobile phone insurance at CPP, who is urging peopl... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/handset-owners-urged-to-delete-mobile-web-history_18732661.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/handset-owners-urged-to-delete-mobile-web-history_18732661.html Thursday, 14th August 2008 Global IP Solutions has unveiled a software development kit for the Apple iPhone 3G, it has emerged.According to a statement issued by the company, this will enable application developers to integrate real-time voice over internet (VoIP) capabilities... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/voip-capabilities-added-to-new-iphone_18729070.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/voip-capabilities-added-to-new-iphone_18729070.html Wednesday, 13th August 2008 Some 51 per cent of mobile phone users in the UK receive advertising messages through their mobile phone, new figures show.According to GfK Technology, mobile phone marketing exposure is becoming increasingly prevalent in the UK, as well as in the US... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/51-of-brits-receive-mobile-ads_18730510.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/51-of-brits-receive-mobile-ads_18730510.html Wednesday, 13th August 2008 An ongoing legal challenge by T-Mobile and O2 has led to further delays in the expansion of the 3G spectrum, says Ofcom. Both T-Mobile and O2 say they cannot value the 2.6 GHz spectrum until the future of their 900 MHz GSM licences and their rights t... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/3g-spectrum-auction-delayed_18726890.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/3g-spectrum-auction-delayed_18726890.html Tuesday, 12th August 2008 An ongoing legal challenge by T-Mobile and O2 has led to further delays in the expansion of the 3G spectrum, says Ofcom. Both T-Mobile and O2 say they cannot value the 2.6 GHz spectrum until the future of their 900 MHz GSM licences and their rights t... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/3g-spectrum-auction-delayed_18726890.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/3g-spectrum-auction-delayed_18726890.html Tuesday, 12th August 2008 Global mobile phone sales will grow by 11 per cent this year to 1.28 billion units, it has been estimated.Despite challenges in some regions, the handset market is set for double-digit growth over the next two years, according to Gartner.Western Euro... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-sales-to-rise-11-in-2008_18727115.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-sales-to-rise-11-in-2008_18727115.html Tuesday, 12th August 2008 Mobile platforms LiMo and Google's new Android should be able to "coexist" in the market for Linux-based handsets, it has been claimed.Strategy Analytics believes both platforms will be successful because each has its own advantages and restrictions.... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/limo-and-android-can-coexist_18727065.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/limo-and-android-can-coexist_18727065.html Tuesday, 12th August 2008 New services on mobile phones will only take off when they work on every handset with every operator, according to Huw Morgan, the editor of MobileChoiceUK.com.This is why text messaging has become so popular, especially among young people, he said. ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/texting-more-reliable-than-picture-messaging_18725097.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/texting-more-reliable-than-picture-messaging_18725097.html Monday, 11th August 2008 New research from tech magazine iGizmo has uncovered the strange habits of mobile phone users in the UK. An estimated 730,000 Britons have conversed on their mobile while in the throes of passion. Over a third of those surveyed have chatted to friend... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/survey-reveals-strange-mobile-habits_18725410.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/survey-reveals-strange-mobile-habits_18725410.html Monday, 11th August 2008 Many people are unaware that reporting a mobile phone as stolen when it is just lost is a criminal offence that could actually land the person who finds the phone in trouble.Danny Harrison, head of mobile phone insurance at CPP, points out that anyon... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/dont-report-lost-handset-as-stolen_18722868.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/dont-report-lost-handset-as-stolen_18722868.html Friday, 8th August 2008 Sony Ericsson has unveiled the slim T700 mobile phone, which combines "timeless design" and "premium features" for the mainstream market, according to the handset manufacturer.The 10-mm thin handset boasts a 3.2 megapixel camera, built-in stereo spea... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-unveils-t700_18723331.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-unveils-t700_18723331.html Friday, 8th August 2008 Mobile phone recycler Eazyfone Group has seen an 80 per cent increase in people exchanging unwanted mobile phones for cash since the start of the year.The sharp rise has been attributed to the credit crunch and inflation in supermarkets and at the pe... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/sharp-growth-in-handset-recycling_18720738.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/sharp-growth-in-handset-recycling_18720738.html Thursday, 7th August 2008 The number of mobile broadband subscribers around the world will top 5.2 billion by 2011, a new report has claimed.According to Infonetics Research, cellular mobile broadband subscribers are forecast to grow by a compound year-on-year rate of 104 per... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/report-predicts-sharp-rise-in-mobile-broadband_18721834.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/report-predicts-sharp-rise-in-mobile-broadband_18721834.html Thursday, 7th August 2008 The "obvious next step" for the mobile phones industry is delivering email to handset owners, according to MobileChoiceUK.com.Huw Morgan, editor of the handset review website, said that people send emails on a regular basis either from the office or ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-email-is-the-next-step_18718495.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-email-is-the-next-step_18718495.html Wednesday, 6th August 2008 A new mobile service from home furnishings giant Ikea is being supported by T-Mobile. T-Mobile UK is providing Ikea with pre-paid services that will be available to the 1.4 million Ikea Family Loyalty programme members in the UK. Customers will need ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/ikea-and-tmobile-team-up_18718905.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/ikea-and-tmobile-team-up_18718905.html Wednesday, 6th August 2008 Sales of smartphones helped maintain double-digit growth in the global mobile phone market during the second quarter of 2008, according to a report by IDC. Smartphone shipments are currently growing by 40 per cent a year, which is four times the rate... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/idc-smartphones-driving-global-mobile-shipments_18715849.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/idc-smartphones-driving-global-mobile-shipments_18715849.html Tuesday, 5th August 2008 There are reports that Nokia is working with Microsoft to integrate Zune Marketplace into the Finnish manufacturer's handsets.Nokia and Microsoft are apparently looking for ways to offer Zune Marketplace content on Nokia’s non-smartphone handset... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-and-microsoft-working-on-zune-handset_18717004.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-and-microsoft-working-on-zune-handset_18717004.html Tuesday, 5th August 2008 O2 customers who take up the £20-a-month mobile broadband package will also get free home broadband for 12 months. The fixed-line broadband service will offer speeds of up to 8 mbps and comes with a free wireless router.Customers who are not wit... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/free-home-broadband-for-o2-customers_18714128.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/free-home-broadband-for-o2-customers_18714128.html Monday, 4th August 2008 Samsung is continuing to maintain its position as the world's number two handset vendor, according to IDC's Worldwide Mobile Phone Tracker.Year-on-year growth of 22 per cent was "quite strong", says IDC, even though it was down slightly from the prev... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/samsung-the-worlds-number-two_18715046.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/samsung-the-worlds-number-two_18715046.html Monday, 4th August 2008 People buy up-to-the-minute mobile phones in the belief that they reflect their personal style and demonstrate their familiarity with the latest advances in technology, according to BT.Ian Neild, a futurologist at BT, said people buy handsets because... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/mobile-phones-reflect-latest-fashions_18711781.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/mobile-phones-reflect-latest-fashions_18711781.html Friday, 1st August 2008 Nokia is about to cut prices across its entire mobile phone ranges in a move that can only increase the pressure on rival handset manufacturers. A report by Reuters says that the largest price cuts are on the Nokia 5310 and Nokia 5610 music phones, a... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/reuters-nokia-to-slash-handset-prices_18712743.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/reuters-nokia-to-slash-handset-prices_18712743.html Friday, 1st August 2008 Nokia has enjoyed "solid growth" of 21 per cent in the past quarter, according to IDC's Worldwide Mobile Phone Tracker.The Finnish company managed "impressive" operating margins in April, May and June, boosting its global market share by 9.9 per cent... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/study-highlights-nokias-impressive-market-performance_18710512.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/study-highlights-nokias-impressive-market-performance_18710512.html Thursday, 31st July 2008 New figures show that the worldwide mobile phone industry enjoyed significant growth in the second quarter (Q2) thanks to increased competition between manufactures of high-end handsets.According to IDC's global mobile phone tracker index, vendors sh... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-industry-reports-strong-growth_18710508.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-industry-reports-strong-growth_18710508.html Thursday, 31st July 2008 The number of 3G mobile voice over internet (VoIP) users will rise sharply over the next five, years, it has been claimed.A new report by Research & Markets (R&M) has forecast that the number of 3G VoIP users will rise to 250 million by the end of 20... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/study-predicts-the-rise-of-3g-voip_18708440.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/study-predicts-the-rise-of-3g-voip_18708440.html Wednesday, 30th July 2008 Nokia has "gone for the kill" with its latest handset, the N96, which is part of the successful N Series, according to the Online Mobile Phone Shop.Nokia is known for making exceptional phones and the N96 is no exception, says the mobile news portal.... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-n96-a-killer-handset_18708432.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-n96-a-killer-handset_18708432.html Wednesday, 30th July 2008 Accessing maps via mobile phones is on the increase, according to a new comScore report.In the three-month period ending May 2008, three per cent of UK consumers and eight per cent of US consumers used mobile maps.This represents an increase of 49 pe... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-map-technology-on-the-rise_18705457.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-map-technology-on-the-rise_18705457.html Tuesday, 29th July 2008 The Mobile Data Association (MDA) has reported growth in text messaging, mobile internet and picture and video messaging in the first five months of the year.Some 1.4 billion text messages were in the UK every week over this period. The facility is n... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/boom-time-for-mobile-internet-texts-and-picture-messaging_18705736.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/boom-time-for-mobile-internet-texts-and-picture-messaging_18705736.html Tuesday, 29th July 2008 A ruling by Ofcom means that passengers could soon be allowed to use their mobile phones on aircraft.The regulator said radio equipment for inflight mobile telecommunications would be licensed under the 2006 Wireless Telegraphy Act. Under Ofcom's rul... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/ofcom-gives-the-green-light-to-inflight-mobile-calls_18706727.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/ofcom-gives-the-green-light-to-inflight-mobile-calls_18706727.html Tuesday, 29th July 2008 Short Message Service (SMS) will account for 83 per cent of all messaging revenues by 2013, it has been claimed.A new report from ABI Research has shown that SMS will generate revenues of £89 billion in that year.This is despite the proliferatio... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/sms-dominates-messaging-market_18703470.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/sms-dominates-messaging-market_18703470.html Monday, 28th July 2008 Bosses at the BBC are consulting on plans to stream television and radio channels to mobiles phones. The consultation, which ends in August, comes in the middle of a year-long trial in which BBC services are available on the 3G networks of 3, Orange,... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html Monday, 28th July 2008 Bosses at the BBC are consulting on plans to stream television and radio channels to mobiles phones. The consultation, which ends in August, comes in the middle of a year-long trial in which BBC services are available on the 3G networks of 3, Orange,... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html Monday, 28th July 2008 Bosses at the BBC are consulting on plans to stream television and radio channels to mobiles phones. The consultation, which ends in August, comes in the middle of a year-long trial in which BBC services are available on the 3G networks of 3, Orange,... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html Monday, 28th July 2008 Bosses at the BBC are consulting on plans to stream television and radio channels to mobiles phones. The consultation, which ends in August, comes in the middle of a year-long trial in which BBC services are available on the 3G networks of 3, Orange,... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html Monday, 28th July 2008 Bosses at the BBC are consulting on plans to stream television and radio channels to mobiles phones. The consultation, which ends in August, comes in the middle of a year-long trial in which BBC services are available on the 3G networks of 3, Orange,... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/bbc-consults-on-mobile-tv-content_18704192.html Monday, 28th July 2008 Mobile penetration looks set to hit 100 per cent in many parts of Europe, according to a new report by Frost & Sullivan.The study states that the industry will have to commit to new services and applications in order to keep growing.Indeed, the repor... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/report-mobile-premium-content-set-to-grow_18701973.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/report-mobile-premium-content-set-to-grow_18701973.html Friday, 25th July 2008 Consumers and business users are increasingly using their mobile handsets for internet browsing and other data services.This can be attributed to the emerging interest in open-source browsers, according to ABI Research, which estimates that mobile br... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-browser-market-on-the-up_18699693.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-browser-market-on-the-up_18699693.html Thursday, 24th July 2008 Budget airline Ryanair is to trial a system that will allow passengers to use their mobile phones on flights.If successful, inflight mobile phone calls could be being made by travellers sometime in January or February.Earlier this year, the European ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/ryanair-to-test-inflight-mobile-phone-service_18700684.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/ryanair-to-test-inflight-mobile-phone-service_18700684.html Thursday, 24th July 2008 Sony Ericsson has unveiled three new handsets and a new generation of fashionable music accessories to coincide with the Walkman phone's third birthday.The W902, W595 and W302 are now available to buy and Sony Ericsson says they boast superior sound ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-unveils-new-walkman-phones_18698292.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-unveils-new-walkman-phones_18698292.html Wednesday, 23rd July 2008 Vodafone has announced that it intends to buy back £1 billion worth of its own shares.The news came after the company's stock fell sharply on the back of a downbeat trading update.Vodafone said the buy-back reflects the board's belief that the s... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/vodafone-to-buy-back-shares_18698227.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/vodafone-to-buy-back-shares_18698227.html Wednesday, 23rd July 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Sony Ericsson has reported a 70 per cent fall in profits, with second quarter net income declining to about £160 million. Sony Ericsson has reported 12 months of falling profit as spending on mobile networks diminishes.... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-reports-70-fall-in-profits_18695221.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-reports-70-fall-in-profits_18695221.html Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 Mobile manufacturer LG has announced an 84 per cent increase in net profits for the second quarter of 2008.The South Korean firm said that it earned £347.8 million during the three months to July, compared with £188.5 million for the corres... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/lg/lg-reveals-profits-surge_18693446.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/lg/lg-reveals-profits-surge_18693446.html Monday, 21st July 2008 Sony Ericsson has teamed up with Eastman Kodak, Hitachi, Nikon and Samsung, among others, to develop new wireless technology for mobile phones and other media devices. Known as TransferJet, the new interoperable wireless transfer technology enables t... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-to-pioneer-wireless-technology_18690836.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-to-pioneer-wireless-technology_18690836.html Friday, 18th July 2008 Doncaster council is looking into whether mobile phones could be used to pay for car parking.In attempt to combat accusations that council is profiteering from parking meters that fail to give out change, the local authority hopes that mobile payment... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phones-to-replace-marking-meters_18690832.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phones-to-replace-marking-meters_18690832.html Friday, 18th July 2008 Broadband and mobile provider Orange has announced the expansion of its Orange Mail Internet Service (OMIS).OMIS is now available as a pay-as-you-connect service and costs £2.50 per month, excluding normal data costs. It is also available as an ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-unveils-mobile-email-service_18691628.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-unveils-mobile-email-service_18691628.html Friday, 18th July 2008 The proliferation of wireless headsets attached to mobile phones and PCs will boost the penetration of headsets in offices, it has been claimed.A study by Frost & Sullivan found that because headsets allow hands-free telephone conversations, office w... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/report-softphone-usage-to-grow-thanks-to-multitasking_18688920.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/report-softphone-usage-to-grow-thanks-to-multitasking_18688920.html Thursday, 17th July 2008 Mobile vendors can increasingly afford to integrate WiMax chipsets into smaller mobile devices, according to a new report by ABI Research.The study attributes this to a decline in average selling prices (ASP), which is being driven by sustained compe... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/wimax-chipsets-integrated-into-smaller-mobiles_18688911.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/wimax-chipsets-integrated-into-smaller-mobiles_18688911.html Thursday, 17th July 2008 In mobile phone news, Nokia has reported strong earnings and has indicated that it expects sales of handsets to rise by ten per cent or more this year.Sales in April, May and June totalled €13.2 billion euros (£10.5 billion), increasing Nok... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-reports-strong-mobile-sales_18689380.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-reports-strong-mobile-sales_18689380.html Thursday, 17th July 2008 Travel managers have a high regard for mobile phone technology but are failing to use it to its full potential, according to a new survey.A poll conducted by Amadeus found that all travel managers surveyed agreed that one of the plus points of mobile... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/travel-managers-urged-to-use-mobile-phone-technology_18687157.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/travel-managers-urged-to-use-mobile-phone-technology_18687157.html Wednesday, 16th July 2008 EU citizens should be free to text across borders without being "ripped off", European telecoms commissioner Viviane Reding has said.She said that under new plans, the cost of sending text messages when travelling within the EU could fall by up to tw... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/eu-wants-cheaper-text-messages_18687151.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/eu-wants-cheaper-text-messages_18687151.html Wednesday, 16th July 2008 Mobile phone owners in the US and the UK are leading the way when it comes to browsing the internet on the go, a new study has found.A report by analysts Nielsen reveals that over 40 million Americans and Brits use their handsets to surf the internet... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/us-and-uk-lead-mobile-internet-market_18684923.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/us-and-uk-lead-mobile-internet-market_18684923.html Tuesday, 15th July 2008 The Motorola RAZR V3 is still the most popular handset in the world, according to a new survey. In global terms, Motorola occupies four of the top six places when it comes to the best-loved handsets, says the Admob Mobile Metrics report.Behind the RA... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/motorola-continues-to-dominate-worldwide-handset-market_18684919.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/motorola-continues-to-dominate-worldwide-handset-market_18684919.html Tuesday, 15th July 2008 Jon Bentley, co-presenter of Five's The Gadget Show, has predicted that Apple's new iPhone will be universally popular. He said that Apple has "started a revolution" about how people view the mobile phone thanks in part to the iPhone's vast array of ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/apples-new-iphone-has-universal-appeal_18682733.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/apples-new-iphone-has-universal-appeal_18682733.html Monday, 14th July 2008 About 150 people were waiting outside Apple's flagship store in Regent Street, London last Friday for the 08:00 BST launch of the new iPhone.But seven hours later, Apple was forced to call in the police to help close the store after it struggled to c... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/huge-demand-for-apple-iphone_18683457.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/huge-demand-for-apple-iphone_18683457.html Monday, 14th July 2008 Mobile operator Orange has announced a new partnership with Europe's leading social networking sites.Orange World now allows customers to stay connected to all their online communities through a single interface on their mobile phones.MySpace, Facebo... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-unveils-social-networking-offering_18680820.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-unveils-social-networking-offering_18680820.html Friday, 11th July 2008 Consumers in the UK are increasingly using mobile phones to check their emails, new research has revealed.According to the London School of Economics (LSE), 43 per cent of people use their handsets to read their online correspondence.This means that ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/email-most-common-use-for-smartphones_18678726.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/email-most-common-use-for-smartphones_18678726.html Thursday, 10th July 2008 Mobile internet systems are likely to become a big part of people's everyday lives, according to an expert.Andrew Lim, mobile phones editor at CNET, stated that being able to access the web via a mobile phone is not considered a necessity at the mome... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-internet-becoming-essential_18678714.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-internet-becoming-essential_18678714.html Thursday, 10th July 2008 Mobile phone users have been urged to recycle old handsets that they no longer use.According to a survey by Nokia, the majority of consumers still have old devices lying around at home that they no longer want.Indeed, figures show that only three per... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/mobile-owners-failing-to-recycle_18676348.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/mobile-owners-failing-to-recycle_18676348.html Wednesday, 9th July 2008 A mobile phone company is collaborating with five tourist boards in north-west England to provide an information service to visitors.Travel Buddy is working with authorities in Merseyside, Cumbria, Cheshire, Lancashire and Greater Manchester in the i... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-service-for-tourists-launched_18676345.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-service-for-tourists-launched_18676345.html Wednesday, 9th July 2008 O2 has revealed that its online shop sold out of the iPhone 3G within hours of Apple's latest gadget going on sale on Monday.Demand from consumers attempting to pre-order the new smartphone before its official release on July 11th was so high that it... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/new-iphone-creating-excitement-and-demand_18673597.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/new-iphone-creating-excitement-and-demand_18673597.html Tuesday, 8th July 2008 Smartphones are likely to be the must-have accessory on the beach this summer, the results of a new survey suggest.However, the trend for taking a hi-tech mobile phone on holiday has nothing to do with fashion or the much-publicised launch of Apple's... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/city-workers-will-take-phones-on-holiday_18673575.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/city-workers-will-take-phones-on-holiday_18673575.html Tuesday, 8th July 2008 Mobile phone customers are being offered a greater range of sim-only deals that are "perfect" for cutting bills, it has emerged.Pay-monthly sim-only contracts provide similar packages to traditional long-term contracts, but issue customers with a new... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/simonly-deals-perfect-for-consumers_18672413.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/simonly-deals-perfect-for-consumers_18672413.html Monday, 7th July 2008 Mobile phone customers are being offered a greater range of sim-only deals that are "perfect" for cutting bills, it has emerged.Pay-monthly sim-only contracts provide similar packages to traditional long-term contracts, but issue customers with a new... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/simonly-deals-perfect-for-consumers_18672413.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/simonly-deals-perfect-for-consumers_18672413.html Monday, 7th July 2008 Mobile phone customers may have to pay increased charges as suppliers prepare themselves for new legislation, the Guardian has reported.Pay-as-you-go (PAYG) customers with O2, T-Mobile and Vodafone may already have to pay double the previous connecti... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-call-charges-rising_18672402.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-call-charges-rising_18672402.html Monday, 7th July 2008 With the launch of the 3G iPhone just days away, O2 has announced its intention to market the device not only at consumers but to business customers as well. By its own admission, the second generation iPhone offered by O2 was not suitable for busine... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/o2-announces-3g-iphone-plans_18670339.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/o2-announces-3g-iphone-plans_18670339.html Sunday, 6th July 2008 The GSM Association (GSMA), the global trade association which represents more than 700 GSM mobile operators, has warned that an increasing regulatory burden imposed by the EU is impacting negatively on profits. While the European Commission maintain... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/trade-body-worried-about-regulation_18670338.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/trade-body-worried-about-regulation_18670338.html Sunday, 6th July 2008 It has been revealed that mobile phone customers with 3 will be able to watch free video content, thanks to a mobile advertising deal with Yahoo!The deal builds on a system already trialled by the mobile phone operator, which allows customers to view... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/3-announces-yahoo-deal_18668361.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/3-announces-yahoo-deal_18668361.html Thursday, 3rd July 2008 Mobile phone users will now be able to enjoy a magazine service on their Orange handset, after the operator announced the launch of Zap!The new video magazine will be supported by advertising and will offer free video clips on celebrity, news and lif... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-unveils-video-service_18668350.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-unveils-video-service_18668350.html Thursday, 3rd July 2008 It has been revealed that T-Mobile is set to launch a High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA), reported to be the first of its kind.The new service could offer mobile phone customers improved speeds when browsing the internet on their handset, with d... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-upgrades-mobile-broadband-network_18666019.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-upgrades-mobile-broadband-network_18666019.html Wednesday, 2nd July 2008 It has been revealed that mobile phone customers planning to head overseas this summer could save money on texting with Orange, which has announced changes to its Travel portfolio charges.According to the mobile phone operator, Travel Text will offer... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-cuts-text-charges_18666011.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-cuts-text-charges_18666011.html Wednesday, 2nd July 2008 It has been revealed that mobile phone manufacturer Nokia has signed a deal with Warner Music Groups, which will make tracks from the record label's catalogue available to customers through Nokia Music stores.The news will also benefit those who sign... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-signs-music-deal_18663901.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-signs-music-deal_18663901.html Tuesday, 1st July 2008 Mobile phone users may soon find it easier to browse and book holidays using their handset, according to a report by the Handy Group.The organisation has reported an increased interest in travel companies intending to launch a mobile-friendly website... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/travel-companies-to-go-mobile_18663895.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/travel-companies-to-go-mobile_18663895.html Tuesday, 1st July 2008 Mobile network provider Vodafone has unveiled a new collaboration designed to raise its profile in the social networking sector.The company will join forces with MySpace to launch a mobile platform called Vodafone Music Reporter, with users encourage... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/vodafone-teams-up-with-myspace_18661693.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/vodafone-teams-up-with-myspace_18661693.html Monday, 30th June 2008 Users of the new iPhone 3G are likely to be targeted by those who spread online viruses and spam, it has been claimed.An internet security expert told the Times that the growth in users of the iPhone and other high-end handsets such as the BlackBerry... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/internet-hackers-could-target-iphone_18661687.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/internet-hackers-could-target-iphone_18661687.html Monday, 30th June 2008 Handset manufacturer Sony Ericsson confirmed last week that it will not reach its financial targets this quarter.The joint venture between the Japanese and Swedish firms has already issued one profit warning this year and said that it will now only b... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-issues-second-profit-warning_18661682.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-issues-second-profit-warning_18661682.html Monday, 30th June 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Samsung has revealed details of a new product designed to appeal to users who favour style over high-end features.Known as the Sleek, the device is a "candybar" handset with a brushed metallic finish and "embodies sophistica... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/new-fashion-phone-launched-by-samsung_18661676.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/new-fashion-phone-launched-by-samsung_18661676.html Monday, 30th June 2008 Industry experts are predicting a high level of demand for the iPhone 3G due to recent internet search statistics.Research from comScore reveals that, during April this year, 6.9 million searches were conducted for iPhone-related terms in the US alon... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/search-data-reveals-heavy-iphone-interest_18659362.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/search-data-reveals-heavy-iphone-interest_18659362.html Friday, 27th June 2008 Mobile network O2 has become the latest company to develop an eco-friendly method of charging mobile phones.The firm will showcase its new pedal-powered charger at the O2-sponsored Wireless festival in London next month, allowing people to boost thei... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/o2-unveils-pedal-charger-for-festival_18659359.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/o2-unveils-pedal-charger-for-festival_18659359.html Friday, 27th June 2008 Reducing fees charged by European operators to transfer calls between networks could significantly lower the cost of mobile use, according to the EU.Telecoms commissioner Viviane Reding yesterday revealed plans to reduce call costs for EU consumers b... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/eu-plans-to-cut-mobile-connection-charges_18659487.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/eu-plans-to-cut-mobile-connection-charges_18659487.html Friday, 27th June 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer LG has opened a new design studio in London this week.According to Design Week, the South Korea-based firm will produce its first European-developed handset at the Covent Garden centre this year and aims to have 22 design ex... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/lg/lg-launches-london-design-centre_18657377.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/lg/lg-launches-london-design-centre_18657377.html Thursday, 26th June 2008 New software enabling owners of the iPhone to turn their handset into a remote control has been unveiled by Apple.The AirRemote application can convert an iPhone device into a universal controller capable of operating TV sets, light switches and even... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/remote-control-iphone-application-revealed_18657384.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/remote-control-iphone-application-revealed_18657384.html Thursday, 26th June 2008 A mobile network which offers free calls to customers in exchange for accepting advertisements will launch products in Germany, Spain and Belgium next year.Based in Finland and the UK, Blyk is the world's first advertising-funded mobile operator and ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/free-mobile-firm-plans-european-expansion_18657382.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/free-mobile-firm-plans-european-expansion_18657382.html Thursday, 26th June 2008 Network provider T-Mobile will attempt to take on rivals such as Vodafone in the battle for phone customers with new sim-only deals.The firm has issued a promise to all users signing up for its £30-a-month sim-only Solo tariff that it will match... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-signals-new-tariff-war_18655172.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-signals-new-tariff-war_18655172.html Wednesday, 25th June 2008 Japanese technology giant Sony could launch a PlayStation-branded handset without its mobile phone partner Ericsson, it has emerged.While rumours of a mobile device incorporating Sony's popular games console have been circulating for a while, several... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-to-split-from-ericsson-for-gaming-phone_18655166.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-to-split-from-ericsson-for-gaming-phone_18655166.html Wednesday, 25th June 2008 Mobile manufacturer Nokia has revealed plans to take full control of software firm Symbian by buying out the company's other shareholders.The Finnish firm will pay €264 million (£209 million) to acquire the remaining 52 per cent of Symbian,... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-to-buyout-symbian_18653130.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-to-buyout-symbian_18653130.html Tuesday, 24th June 2008 Google has responded to reports that its mobile phone system, Android, will not reach consumers until the end of the year by claiming that developments are on track.Phones featuring the Android software will be sold in the second half of 2008, report... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/google-phone-system-on-schedule_18653125.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/google-phone-system-on-schedule_18653125.html Tuesday, 24th June 2008 Mobile phone customers may soon be able to send, receive and watch 3D images, thanks to a development by Indian technology company Infosys.It has been reported that holographic phone technology could be available by 2010, with devices which can captu... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/holographic-mobiles-available-in-2-years_18653108.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/holographic-mobiles-available-in-2-years_18653108.html Tuesday, 24th June 2008 Network provider Orange has unveiled an innovative phone charging system which it claims is perfect for the start of the UK festival season.Developed in conjunction with renewable energy specialist GotWind, the Orange Dance Charge is able to power up... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-reveals-dancepowered-mobile-charger_18653093.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-reveals-dancepowered-mobile-charger_18653093.html Tuesday, 24th June 2008 Downloading data onto the iPhone 3G while abroad could leave consumers with unexpectedly high bills, it has been claimed.With the new version of Apple's celebrated smartphone going on sale in British shops next month, prospective users have been warn... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/overseas-download-warning-for-iphone-users_18653086.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/overseas-download-warning-for-iphone-users_18653086.html Tuesday, 24th June 2008 Network provider T-Mobile's promise to significantly reduce EU data roaming rates has been welcomed by regulator Ofcom.The firm announced last week that it will slash roaming charges by 80 per cent from July 1st and also plans to introduce a 38 per c... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobiles-roaming-cuts-welcomed-by-ofcom_18650917.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobiles-roaming-cuts-welcomed-by-ofcom_18650917.html Monday, 23rd June 2008 Mobile phone users waiting for the launch of the new handset from Google will have to remain patient until the fourth quarter of 2008 at the earliest, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.It had been claimed by Google that the phones wo... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/google-phone-launch-pushed-back_18650913.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/google-phone-launch-pushed-back_18650913.html Monday, 23rd June 2008 Phone manufacturer Nokia has purchased the social networking start-up Plazes, as part of its development of mobile internet services.The news, reported by Reuters, could mean that Nokia phones will soon feature tools to help customers stay in touch b... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-acquires-social-network-site_18650909.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-acquires-social-network-site_18650909.html Monday, 23rd June 2008 A new device which aims to give users digital camera-like features embedded within a phone has been unveiled by Motorola.The ZN5 is the result of a collaboration with photo company Kodak and comes equipped with a xenon flash five-megapixel camera and... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/motorola-launches-highend-camera-phone_18650922.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/motorola-launches-highend-camera-phone_18650922.html Monday, 23rd June 2008 A new study has claimed that the increased use of mobile phones could save airlines up to £300 million a year by reducing flight delays.Research by SITA, a specialist IT provider to the aviation industry, suggests that mobile handsets should be ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobiles-could-improve-aviation-industry_18648544.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobiles-could-improve-aviation-industry_18648544.html Friday, 20th June 2008 Mobile manufacturer Sony Ericsson has decided to unveil a new range of phone accessories to coincide with next week's Wimbledon championships.The collection is a result of the firm's collaboration with tennis star Maria Sharapova, who was confirmed a... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-launches-sharapova-accessories_18648620.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-launches-sharapova-accessories_18648620.html Friday, 20th June 2008 Mobile operator Orange is planning to give the brand a major overhaul with a new UK advertising strategy. The firm intends to "personify" its services by attaching the tagline "I Am" to all marketing for its new products and tariffs, with approximate... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-reveals-new-ad-campaign_18648618.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-reveals-new-ad-campaign_18648618.html Friday, 20th June 2008 The lower cost and GPS maps facility are the two main features set to attract new iPhone customers, it has been claimed.Mobile Choice editor Huw Morgan said that Apple's decision to make the new 3G handset free to some contract holders should signifi... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/lower-iphone-price-should-attract-more-customers_18646583.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/lower-iphone-price-should-attract-more-customers_18646583.html Thursday, 19th June 2008 Mobile phone network T-Mobile has revealed plans to add two more social networking portals to its handsets.Bebo and Piczo will join the operator's My Social Sites service, which allows users to manage and edit their profiles direct from their phone.T... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-adds-more-social-network-sites_18646574.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-adds-more-social-network-sites_18646574.html Thursday, 19th June 2008 Very few British mobile customers feel comfortable using their handset to conduct financial transactions, it has emerged.According to the latest Unisys Security Index, only one per cent of UK phone owners currently carry out balance transfers and mak... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/uk-phone-users-wary-of-mobile-banking_18646565.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/uk-phone-users-wary-of-mobile-banking_18646565.html Thursday, 19th June 2008 Nokia has unveiled two new phones aimed at challenging specialist business handsets such as Research in Motion's (RIM's) BlackBerry.Due out next month and expected to retail for about €350 (£277), the E66 and E71 both come equipped with GPS... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-nokia-handsets-target-business-market_18644489.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-nokia-handsets-target-business-market_18644489.html Wednesday, 18th June 2008 The Met Office has announced plans to provide mobile phones with digital media content for the first time.A new production studio in London's Millbank has been created to assist the project, allowing the UK weather service to expand its range of cont... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/met-office-reveals-mobile-data-plan_18644479.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/met-office-reveals-mobile-data-plan_18644479.html Wednesday, 18th June 2008 Customers who purchased the original version of the iPhone will not be irritated by Apple's decision to launch its 3G update next month, an expert has stated.Some industry commentators had suggested that the release of an improved version just eight ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/new-iphone-wont-put-off-existing-users_18644535.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/new-iphone-wont-put-off-existing-users_18644535.html Wednesday, 18th June 2008 A new device from Sony Ericsson will attempt to bring Nintendo Wii-style gaming to the mobile arena, it has emerged.Featuring similar technology to the popular console, the F305 handset will be fitted with a motion-sensor which allows users to play g... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-unveils-motionsensor-mobile_18642489.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-unveils-motionsensor-mobile_18642489.html Tuesday, 17th June 2008 Network provider Orange is set to offer mobile users an environmentally-friendly method of charging their handsets at this year's Glastonbury Festival.The firm has revealed details of its new recharge "pod", a free-standing tent which will use energy... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-goes-green-with-glastonbury-phone-tent_18642468.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-goes-green-with-glastonbury-phone-tent_18642468.html Tuesday, 17th June 2008 Users of mobile phones in the UK and the rest of Europe may have to pay to take incoming calls if a proposed shake-up of the industry is given the go-ahead.The system – already used in the US market and some Asian countries such as China and Sin... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-customers-face-charges-to-receive-calls_18640710.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-customers-face-charges-to-receive-calls_18640710.html Monday, 16th June 2008 Samsung will release a new handset to function as a direct challenger to the 3G iPhone, it has emerged.With the updated version of Apple's flagship touchscreen device announced this week, Samsung has revealed details of its own new top-end smartphone... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/new-samsung-handset-to-challenge-iphone_18638092.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/new-samsung-handset-to-challenge-iphone_18638092.html Friday, 13th June 2008 New figures have shown a significant increase in the use of data services by European mobile phone customers.According to a survey by the GSM Association (GSMA), traffic from data roaming services in the continent experienced a rise of 75 per cent fr... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-data-use-rising-in-europe_18635900.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-data-use-rising-in-europe_18635900.html Thursday, 12th June 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Nokia will attempt to take advantage of the growing trend for cycling by including satnav systems on its handsets.The Finnish firm has developed a piece of software enabling its phones to function as miniature navigation gui... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-looks-to-cash-in-on-cycling-boom_18635895.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-looks-to-cash-in-on-cycling-boom_18635895.html Thursday, 12th June 2008 Motorola has made major inroads into the mobile video market by becoming the first UK manufacturer to provide full-length films on its devices.Using the firm's online store, Motorola customers will be able to choose from a selection of movies, downlo... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/movie-offer-for-motorola-customers_18633482.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/motorola/movie-offer-for-motorola-customers_18633482.html Wednesday, 11th June 2008 Apple's decision to launch a new version of the iPhone should boost the market for multimedia handsets in general.This is the opinion of the senior vice-president of Nokia Markets Anssi Vanjoki, who said this week that the release of the 3G iPhone wo... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-iphone-good-for-multimedia-handsets-says-nokia_18631299.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-iphone-good-for-multimedia-handsets-says-nokia_18631299.html Tuesday, 10th June 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Sony Ericsson has released a new MTV-sponsored handset in Europe.The W760i MTV Edition comes with a distinctive colourful design and advanced music functions, with tri-band HSPDA enabling users to download the latest songs u... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-launches-mtv-phone_18631289.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/sony-ericsson/sony-ericsson-launches-mtv-phone_18631289.html Tuesday, 10th June 2008 O2 mobile customers could be interested to know that the 3G version of the popular iPhone is set to launch in the UK next month, with free handsets to be given to high-spending customers.It has been reported by the Telegraph that as the head of Apple... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/apple-set-to-launch-3g-iphone_18629594.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/apple-set-to-launch-3g-iphone_18629594.html Monday, 9th June 2008 Those looking for a new mobile deal may need to research the cost of texting while abroad, according to a report published in the Sunday Mirror.It was revealed in the paper that concerns have been raised by industry watchdog Ofcom over the cost of se... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/research-cost-of-texting-from-abroad_18629593.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/research-cost-of-texting-from-abroad_18629593.html Monday, 9th June 2008 Mobile phone users who find their phones stolen could benefit from a database registration service offered by entrepreneur Adrian Portlock. A report in Real Business has highlighted the role of Mr Portlock's Recipero business, which provides the UK p... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-registration-database-could-help-retrieve-phones_18626604.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-registration-database-could-help-retrieve-phones_18626604.html Friday, 6th June 2008 Mobile phones have been used to help build a database of human habits, reports the BBC, which could be used in times of crisis. The study, which was undertaken by a group of researchers, was published in Nature magazine and showed that tracking the l... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/human-nature-tracked-through-mobiles_18624869.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/human-nature-tracked-through-mobiles_18624869.html Thursday, 5th June 2008 Customers with O2 are to be offered exclusive video content, as the mobile phone operator announces a partnership with ITV2.The new service will allow mobile users to download live videos from the Live at indigO2, featuring artists such as Paul Welle... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/video-content-for-o2-customers_18624866.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/video-content-for-o2-customers_18624866.html Thursday, 5th June 2008 UK Orange customers could benefit from changes within the company, as it announces a new strategy to deal with the "21st century customer".The plan includes pledges such as new investment in 2G and 3G networks to improve coverage and the quality of c... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-announces-new-plans-for-mobile-users_18624134.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-announces-new-plans-for-mobile-users_18624134.html Wednesday, 4th June 2008 Mobile manufacturer Nokia has launched a new service which could change the way mobile phone users experience advertising.It has been revealed that MOSH will offer consumers original mobile content, available for download, which could in turn interes... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-launches-mobile-content-site_18624120.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/nokia-launches-mobile-content-site_18624120.html Wednesday, 4th June 2008 Mobile phone users will now be able to keep a closer track on wayward pals, thanks to new technology which can send a map of their location within 100 metres.Sniff (the Social Network Integrated Friend Finder) has been launched in the UK by US compan... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-device-can-find-friends_18620747.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-device-can-find-friends_18620747.html Tuesday, 3rd June 2008 Mobile phone users can now use their handset to look for jobs on the move, thanks to the launch of a service in Edinburgh which is believed to be the first of its kind.Head Resourcing has announced it is launching its HeadMobile service, designed to ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/jobhunting-with-mobile-phone_18618966.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/jobhunting-with-mobile-phone_18618966.html Monday, 2nd June 2008 Mobile phone customers with T-Mobile can now download albums to their handsets from £6, as the operator expands its Mobile Jukebox service.It has been revealed that the mobile music shop will utilise 3G networks to allow the download of an album... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/music-from-tmobile_18618961.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/music-from-tmobile_18618961.html Monday, 2nd June 2008 Mobile phone users with internet access will now be able to keep up with the latest music news as publication NME relaunches its mobile website.The website has been developed by InfoMedia, reports the Guardian, and contains a gig guide, music and vid... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-website-from-nme-launched_18615920.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-website-from-nme-launched_18615920.html Friday, 30th May 2008 A new mobile phone package for small and medium businesses has been developed by Vodafone, which it claims will offer two simple data packs depending on business needs.Vodafone Total Business offers the Standard usage pack, which offers up to 500MB p... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/new-vodafone-deal-for-businesses_18615910.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/vodafone/new-vodafone-deal-for-businesses_18615910.html Friday, 30th May 2008 Mobile phone users living in the Northwich area have been told they can help raise funds for a local hospice and neuromuscular centre by recycling their old handset.The Northwich Guardian has announced a partnership with envirocharities meaning that ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/old-mobiles-to-raise-funds-for-hospice_18616656.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/old-mobiles-to-raise-funds-for-hospice_18616656.html Friday, 30th May 2008 Orange mobile phone customers in the Formby area could soon benefit from a new base station, set to replace an old mast, reports the Formby Times.There have been concerns that Orange users may continue to experience a poorer signal, as the mast on Al... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/new-orange-base-station-to-serve-customers_18616652.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/new-orange-base-station-to-serve-customers_18616652.html Friday, 30th May 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Samsung has revealed its latest S60 model - the business style L870, which was revealed at a summit in Barcelona.The conference is held for the benefit of those involved in the development of S60 phones - which uses software... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/new-s60-model-from-samsung_18615094.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/samsung/new-s60-model-from-samsung_18615094.html Thursday, 29th May 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Samsung has revealed its latest S60 model - the business style L870, which was revealed at a summit in Barcelona.The conference is held for the benefit of those involved in the development of S60 phones - which uses software... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-s60-model-from-samsung_18615094.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/new-s60-model-from-samsung_18615094.html Thursday, 29th May 2008 Although mobile customers may be interested in finding the best deal, recent findings from Ofcom in Wales have also highlighted the importance of good coverage from mobile phone operators.It has been revealed that one third of mobile phone calls made... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/rural-mobile-concerns_18611348.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/rural-mobile-concerns_18611348.html Wednesday, 28th May 2008 The future of mobile phone use is being explored at a London conference taking place in Wallacespace today and tomorrow.Communications enthusiasts could be interested in the Mobile User Experience (MEX) Conference, which will be attended by industry ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-communications-demonstrated-at-conference_18613547.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-communications-demonstrated-at-conference_18613547.html Wednesday, 28th May 2008 Mobile customers can now use their phone to help diagnose illnesses that they could be too embarrassed to see a doctor about, according to the Daily Mirror. The service, run by Healthcare Commission approved DrThom, costs £49.99 and can use pict... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phones-can-help-embarrassing-illnesses_18610124.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phones-can-help-embarrassing-illnesses_18610124.html Tuesday, 27th May 2008 It has been announced that airline bmi is the first in Britain to allow passengers to check in with a mobile phone boarding pass, reports the Scotsman.Mobile customers will be able to have a barcode delivered to their phones, which has proved a popul... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/airline-allow-mobile-phone-tickets_18608694.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/airline-allow-mobile-phone-tickets_18608694.html Friday, 23rd May 2008 Mobile phone users are calling for a change to Nokia's N-Gage gaming system which could make it more user friendly, reports the BBC.Users have been commenting on the website All About N-Gage, where there have been concerns raised that games bought on... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/calls-for-changes-to-nokia-system_18608788.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/calls-for-changes-to-nokia-system_18608788.html Friday, 23rd May 2008 Mobile phone users in Northern Ireland could claim a cash allowance from the government worth over €300 (£238) a year.It has been revealed by the Belfast Telegraph that 15,500 people are claiming the grant, which is for anyone on social wel... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/northern-irish-mobile-phone-allowance-proves-popular_18605893.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/northern-irish-mobile-phone-allowance-proves-popular_18605893.html Thursday, 22nd May 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Nokia has announced a three-year partnership with operator Orange, which will include the introduction of ten new handsets.A suite of "multimedia services" will be made available, after extending an agreement first revealed ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/orange-and-nokia-announce-partnership_18605890.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/orange-and-nokia-announce-partnership_18605890.html Thursday, 22nd May 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Nokia has announced a three-year partnership with operator Orange, which will include the introduction of ten new handsets.A suite of "multimedia services" will be made available, after extending an agreement first revealed ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-and-nokia-announce-partnership_18605890.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/orange-and-nokia-announce-partnership_18605890.html Thursday, 22nd May 2008 Mobile phone provider BT has been successful in it appeal to the competition appeal tribunal, which could lead to cheaper mobile phone deals in the future, reports the Guardian.BT has spoken about the cost of calling mobile phones, previously claimin... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/bt-awarded-competition-tribunal-victory_18603916.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/bt-awarded-competition-tribunal-victory_18603916.html Wednesday, 21st May 2008 Mobile phone provider BT has been successful in it appeal to the competition appeal tribunal, which could lead to cheaper mobile phone deals in the future, reports the Guardian.BT has spoken about the cost of calling mobile phones, previously claimin... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/bt-awarded-competition-tribunal-victory_18603916.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/three/bt-awarded-competition-tribunal-victory_18603916.html Wednesday, 21st May 2008 Mobile phone provider BT has been successful in it appeal to the competition appeal tribunal, which could lead to cheaper mobile phone deals in the future, reports the Guardian.BT has spoken about the cost of calling mobile phones, previously claimin... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/bt-awarded-competition-tribunal-victory_18603916.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/bt-awarded-competition-tribunal-victory_18603916.html Wednesday, 21st May 2008 A new speaker system especially designed for use with mobile phones on the move has been released by Logitech.The Pure-Fi Mobile speaker system can pick up signals from the mobile phone from up to 33 feet away, using Bluetooth connections and Advance... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-speakers-launched_18603911.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-speakers-launched_18603911.html Wednesday, 21st May 2008 Mobile phone owners looking to upgrade are being encouraged to trade in their old phones to benefit both the environment and their wallets.While some major outlets do not operate a part-exchange policy, consumers willing to look elsewhere will find p... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/consumers-encouraged-to-trade-in-mobiles_18601994.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/consumers-encouraged-to-trade-in-mobiles_18601994.html Tuesday, 20th May 2008 Scratch 'n' Score, a new football-themed scratch card mobile game, has been released by leading mobile gambling provider Spin3.The game offers players the familiar format of a scratch card on their mobile phones. Users choose their bet then at the pr... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/fans-can-score-with-new-mobile-game_18601982.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/fans-can-score-with-new-mobile-game_18601982.html Tuesday, 20th May 2008 Nokia has announced that Konami games will be added the N-Gage mobile phone platform with the award-winning Metal Gear Solid Mobile being the first title.The game, adapted by Konami, which specialises in games for mobiles, will feature new content un... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/awardwinning-game-coming-to-nokias-ngage-platform_18601971.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/awardwinning-game-coming-to-nokias-ngage-platform_18601971.html Tuesday, 20th May 2008 Nokia has announced that Konami games will be added the N-Gage mobile phone platform with the award-winning Metal Gear Solid Mobile being the first title.The game, adapted by Konami, which specialises in games for mobiles, will feature new content un... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/awardwinning-game-coming-to-nokias-ngage-platform_18601971.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/awardwinning-game-coming-to-nokias-ngage-platform_18601971.html Tuesday, 20th May 2008 Fashionistas looking for a mobile phone to suit their image and lifestyle may be interested in an article detailing the hottest designs currently available.The Times reported on the most sought-after models as fashion house Dior launched its own mobi... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/hottest-mobile-phones-named_18601956.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/hottest-mobile-phones-named_18601956.html Tuesday, 20th May 2008 It has been revealed that mobile phones branded with the popular Hello Kitty motif will be distributed in the UK, along with MP3 and MP4 players.Comment Retail Services announced it had secured a deal with the owner of the brand Sanrio, allowing it t... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/hello-kitty-mobile-phones-to-hit-uk_18601949.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/hello-kitty-mobile-phones-to-hit-uk_18601949.html Tuesday, 20th May 2008 Mobile users could be using their phones to access remote gambling facilities more often as technology improves, according to the Remote Gambling Association (RGA).The association's business director Brian Wright has spoken about the arena of mobile ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/gambling-on-mobiles-is-the-future_18599439.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/gambling-on-mobiles-is-the-future_18599439.html Monday, 19th May 2008 It has been revealed that 17 per cent of British people would consider shopping from their mobile phone, reports Celluar-news.When asked, 22 per cent of men and 12 per cent of women said they would shop through the mobile internet, which could indica... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-shopping-gets-positive-response_18600080.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobile-phone-shopping-gets-positive-response_18600080.html Monday, 19th May 2008 As mobile phones increase in popularity around the world, alternative fuels could increase the opportunities to improve mobile signals in remote areas, reports the BBC.The announcement has come from industry body the GSM Association, which has said t... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/increased-mobile-coverage-could-be-linked-to-fuels_18596580.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/increased-mobile-coverage-could-be-linked-to-fuels_18596580.html Friday, 16th May 2008 A pilot scheme which warned clubbers about cocaine use via mobile phone has been hailed a success, reports the Scotsman. Text messages were used in clubs and bars in Edinburgh, as experts deemed the technology more effective than leaflets which could... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobiles-used-for-drug-warning_18596573.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/mobiles-used-for-drug-warning_18596573.html Friday, 16th May 2008 Mobile users could be using their phones to access remote gambling facilities more regularly as technology improves, according to the Remote Gambling Association (RGA).The association's business director Brian Wright has spoken about the arena of mob... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/gambling-on-mobiles-is-the-future_18596569.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/mobile-phones/gambling-on-mobiles-is-the-future_18596569.html Friday, 16th May 2008 Mobile provider T-Mobile has revealed that many British people are taking steps to help the environment, as the operator highlights its mobile reuse and recycling scheme.However, it was also shown that 58 per cent of those asked felt that they could ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-reveals-green-habits-of-mobile-users_18594369.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/tmobile/tmobile-reveals-green-habits-of-mobile-users_18594369.html Thursday, 15th May 2008 Mobile phone manufacturer Nokia has announced the winner of its Mobile Filmmaking Awards 2008 - 23-year-old Eduardo Cachucho.The announcement was made after 24 short-listed films were shown at the Pangea Day celebrations, which took place around the ... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/mobile-filmmaking-winner-announced_18596249.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/nokia/mobile-filmmaking-winner-announced_18596249.html Thursday, 15th May 2008 O2 customers are set to enjoy improved mobile broadband connectivity, as the mobile operator and BT announce a deal to improve managed network solutions.It has been revealed that BT will manage the network used by O2 for its internet service, using a... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/bt-and-o2-announce-deal-over-mobile-internet_18594231.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/bt-fusion/bt-and-o2-announce-deal-over-mobile-internet_18594231.html Wednesday, 14th May 2008 O2 customers are set to enjoy improved mobile broadband connectivity, as the mobile operator and BT announce a deal to improve managed network solutions.It has been revealed that BT will manage the network used by O2 for its internet service, using a... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/bt-and-o2-announce-deal-over-mobile-internet_18594231.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/o2/bt-and-o2-announce-deal-over-mobile-internet_18594231.html Wednesday, 14th May 2008 Mobile phone operator Orange UK has been named Best Entertainment Operator in Europe at the Cannes Mobile Entertainment Awards.The award is based on services offered to mobile phone customers, such as deals with social networking site Bebo and a numb... http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/accolade-for-orange_18590872.html http://www.mobile-phones.co.uk/news/orange/accolade-for-orange_18590872.html Tuesday, 13th May 2008 Mobile users in Berkhamstead and Watford Junction will soon be