For some reason, whenever I pick up a new device, gaming console, or any other kind of electronic gizmo… I always look for new games. And without fail, among them is the time-tested, brain-busting game of Chess. I always enjoy a game here and there against the computer AI or a live opponent to get…
Even More BlackBerry Bold 9700 Photo and Video Lovin’
Yeah I know… Just the other day I shared some more leaked photos of the upcoming BlackBerry Bold II, aka the 9700 with you all. As I clearly expected, more images have come to light, and I’ve taken a liking to this particular batch for one very good reason: A few pictures actually compare the…
Nextel International Awards Network Monitoring Contract to Astellia
In a move geared at complementing existing network management services, Nextel International has given a contract to Astellia to monitor networks in Latin America. New monitoring will be setup in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Peru and Chile. Congrats to Astellia for winning the big contract. It’s a biggie for the company, for sure. CTO of Nextel…
‘Tilt’ Headset Concept from Ryan Parry
Here’s a really groovy design concept for those with disabilities. Designer Ryan Parry (together with GlobiGames Ltd) has come up with a new headset design that would allow users to navigate through menus, answer or end calls, and much more… All by moving one’s head front-to-back and side-to-side. The concept is dubbed ‘Tilt’, and I’ve…
Tessera Technologies Launches FotoNation FaceRecognition Software for Mobiles
Tessera Technologies has announced an embedded app for mobiles that performs identification on human faces in devices with cameras on-board. The new FotoNation FaceRecognition technology is available for many platforms including COACH and ARM… and is said to be light on hogging a devices resources (good!). Michael Bereziuk, Executive Vice President of Imaging & Optics…
Video: Testing Storm 2’s Web Browser over WiFi
In the video above, the Storm 2 shows off it’s web browsing speed while on WiFi… well, sort of. The tester simply loads up a bunch of mobile sites… Sites that are supposed to load up fast anyway! But still, it’s good to see the Storm 2 in action, right? If nothing else file this…
iPhone Game of the Day: FIFA 10 by EA
If Real Soccer 2010 just isn’t cutting the mustard for you, FIFA 10 for iPhone might be your answer. In the latest edition of the soccer game from EA, you can play as one of 570 teams in 30 leagues from around the world. 12,620 players have also been licensed for inclusion in the game,…
More BlackBerry 9700 ‘Onyx’ Images Leaked
If you’re waiting for the next-generation BlackBerry Bold to arrive, you’re not alone. The BlackBerry Bold II, aka BlackBerry 9700, aka BlackBerry ‘Onyx’ is just one of the devices I can’t wait to get my hands on before the end of this year. Expect the 9700 to pack some enhanced features in comparison to its…
BlackBerry ‘Essex’, aka BlackBerry Tour 2 Captured on Camera
In some more BlackBerry love from Salomondrin, we’ve got some leaked images of the upcoming BlackBerry Essex! The Essex appears to be the CDMA replacement of the BlackBerry Tour that packs a new trackpad, WiFi (yay!), and a much better camera. No details on the actual camera technology used, I’m kind of hoping that we’ll…
BlackBerry ‘Dakota’ To Utilize Liquid Lens Technology
It’s been a really productive weekend on the BlackBerry scene. Lots of news and rumors, including the info below. Seems as though BlackBerry super-ninja Salomondrin managed to snipe more details on the upcoming BlackBerry ‘Dakota’. You might recall this device, also known as the ‘Magnum‘. While no images or spec lists have been made available…