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Spb Software is out with the latest version of their Spb Wireless Monitor 3.0 (which used to be known as Spb GPRS Monitor), a neat application that offers Windows Mobile users full control over all types of data connections by monitoring them in accordance with configurable tariffs and data plans, and providing per application data traffic reports.
With the growing popularity of mobile Internet and captivating online services – crossing the data plan limits and receiving painful phone bills is common, especially with the high cost of roaming. Spb Wireless Monitor 3.0 prevents unwanted mobile service charges and gives subscribers control over their mobile data spending, by measuring data traffic, calculating the network charges, warning of costly data usage, and reporting which application exactly generates what kind of data traffic.
Here’s what’s new in version 3.0?
- Per application traffic, time-based and cost reports which can be viewed on screen or exported as CSV files.
- More connections supported – Spb Wireless Monitor supports all types of data connections — including CDMA, GPRS, 3G, and even Wi-Fi and USB.
- Peak and off-peak tariffs support – Some data plans offer different tariffs for peak and off-peak hours, and Spb Wireless Monitor 3.0 can include those information in the mix, as well.
- Excessive data use alarms – useful for avoiding unwanted data charges.
- Multilingual, easy to use UI – one-handed navigation, adaptive skins, support for both touch and non-touchscreen devices.
Want it? Spb Wireless Monitor 3.0 works with all Windows Mobile 5.0 and higher devices and can be purchased for $19.95. A free, 15-day trial version is also available.
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Dusan Belic
Dusan has been using smartphones since their introduction and is now following the latest trends in the industry. The "convergence" is what he's most excited about, and writing about it is the next logical thing to do. He thinks that using a smartphone is what everyone who cares about their time should do. In addition to his interests in mobile phones, Dusan also loves to experiment with the latest web and mobile 2.0 services. The idea of accessing and managing your information from any device no matter where you are simply amazes him. Whether it's an online to-do list, note taking service or a video sharing social network, he's there to try it out. He admits though, he's still searching for the ultimate web-based organizational tool, which "sings" perfectly with the mobile PIM application. Dusan used to run SymbianWatch.com which later became part of IntoMobile. He lives in Serbia, South-East Europe, from where he edits the site on a daily basis.
