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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.

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Nimbuzz for Windows Mobile gets an update

The company behind the popular multi-network instant messaging client, Nimbuzz, has updated its Windows Mobile client. The new version bring several improvements, including: Location sharing – allowing you to share your location with your Nimbuzz buddies. SkypeOut – make cheap calls to mobile phones and landlines using SkypeOut credits. SIP calling – do the same with one of Nimbuzz’s SIP partners. Dial-pad – dial any phone number quickly and easily. Moreover, the UI has been improved and now you can access active chats from the top of the buddy list, Read more

Greystripe introduces guaranteed CPM for iPhone apps

Greystripe, the company behind the world’s largest network of free mobile apps and games, unveiled a new CPM Protection Program to “guarantee iPhone application publishers the revenue they deserve for their high quality applications.” The problem is that there is a growing number of mobile ad networks that target iPhone applications and their respective developers. Hence, to differentiate its offering from the rest of the pack, Greystripe decided to spice things up and offer publishers the highest CPM in the industry. Apparently, they could do that because of their one Read more

Roamware, Grameen team-up to develop global mobile financial ecosystem for the unbanked

One more release from the Mobile Money Summit event in Barcelona… Leader in global roaming and interoperability solutions, California-based Roamware, announced a strategic partnership with Grameen Solutions to develop mobile money applications and services for the unbanked. So, on one side we have Grameen Solutions which is part of Grameen group that also includes Grameen Bank, the world’s leading micro-finance institution; and on the other, Roamware which ecosystem spans over 375 network operators in 138 countries, reaching more than 1.8 billion mobile users. You see where this goes, right? The Read more

SymbianGuru’s LoudSpeaker removes the need for a Bluetooth handsfree, or does it?

SymbianGuru has new application for Symbian S60 device owners called LoudSpeaker. Apparently, this app should replace Bluetooth handsfree device, allowing us to safely use our mobile phone while driving. And while I’m little sceptical the software could replace a piece of the hardware this time, I guess trying the app can’t hurt. Feature wise, LoudSpeaker supports: Answering the incoming call automatically (after pre-set number of seconds) Activation on certain profiles, only Adjustable sounds on the call start and hang up The application works on all Symbian S60 3rd and 5th Read more

ABI Research: A dozen operators launching LTE next year

ABI Research is out with the new report, suggesting that mobile operators will start deploying LTE (Long Term Evolution) networks and offering LTE-based services to their subscribers during next year. As a matter of fact, they argue that at least 12 operators from around the world will do so: In the US: Verizon Wireless, MetroPCS Wireless, and U.S. Cellular In Japan: NTT DoCoMo and KDDI In Europe: TeliaSonera, Tele2 and Telenor In South Korea: KT and SK Telecom China Mobile will start building its LTE network as well, but will Read more

SHAPE Services brings RDM+ remote desktop client to the AppStore

SHAPE Services has a new application in the AppStore called RDM+. It’s a remote desktop app, that allows iPhone/iPod Touch users to access their PCs on the go. As expected, RDM+ Desktop application is required to be installed on any computer you want to control, and when that’s done, you’re free to access it [your computer] from wherever you happen to be. Feature wise, RDM+ supports: Direct mouse control: left click, right click, double click, drag and drop, scrolling. Tap and double tap work as click and double click; Keyboard Read more

National Geographic’s mobile games coming this year

National Geographic is getting ready to go mobile, big time. To help them along the way, the TV network is joining forces with RealNetworks, and together the two companies will bring five casual games burst with educational material to mobile users. We’re not hearing which platforms they will support, but we did caught the “cross-platform” word, meaning they’re not talking “just iPhone,” which is arguably the single most popular platform to develop for these days. Commenting on the news, National Geographic’s Paul Levine said: “Our Interactive Platforms division continues to Read more

WeFi Unleashes Mobile Internet with WeFiApps

WeFi, the company behind the global WiFi network, has launched WeFiApps, what they say is the first WiFi powered launch pad for mobile applications. According to their over-hyped press release, WeFiApps aims to “revolutionize mobile Internet use by providing a home for data-intensive mobile applications.” Users can download and enjoy varied groups of mobile apps, and let WeFi automatically connect and maintain the best WiFi connection. Speaking of apps, they include communication services (IM, mobile email and VoIP), entertainment software (games, sports, Mobile Video and TV), information sources (dictionaries, encyclopedias Read more

Singapore’s SingTel launches unlimited music download service

Singapore’s SingTel has recently lunched a free mobile music download service for its contract customers with selected phones. The service called SingTel AMPed has been developed in partnership with Universal Music Group (UMG) and allows customers to download songs, music videos, as well as pre-release albums. Best of all, SingTel won’t charge data charges for using the service! Moreover, there’s an interactive portion of the service that allows customers to comment on songs, and chat with other music lovers. In addition, users can also link their news to popular social Read more

DoCoMo brings Manga comics to Europe

NTT DoCoMo announced that its European subsidiary, DoCoMo Netherlands, has launched Europe’s first mobile service for downloading Japanese Manga comics. The service called MANGA MODE will initially launch in France, and is expected to appeal to the growing number of Manga lovers in the country. Customers of Bouygues Telecom will be able to use the service to download French translations of famous manga comics into their mobile phones and view them panel by panel using a dedicated reader app. Bouygues Telecom has posted a dedicate page on its mobile web Read more

Zeemote JS1 controller now works with Symbian S60 smartphones

Zeemote has recently announced that their JS1 Bluetooth Gaming Controller can now sing along even broader range of mobile devices from Nokia, Samsung and LG. Basically, they announced a Symbian S60 driver, allowing their device to be used not just for games, but also for other applications such as music player, web browser and so on — virtually any application will work. It’s a great move by Zeemote, as now millions of Symbian S60 3rd and 5th edition smartphone owners can use their handy accessory, not just for gaming, but Read more