It might not be the same as live-streaming your video to Qik, but it’s pretty awesome news that Qik’s latest iPhone app-update now enables iPhone users to upload their videos over AT&T’s 3G network. Qik was recently launched with a restriction that only allowed users to upload pre-recorded videos over WiFi networks. That restriction is…
Apple posts lengthy response to FCC’s Google Voice probe
Apple has been expected to file a comment in response to the FCC’s probe into how Google, Apple and AT&T were involved, if at all, in the rejection of a Google Voice iPhone app from the AppStore. Today, Apple posted a lengthy response to each of the FCC’s questions regarding the matter. Apple defends their…
Google drawn further into FCC inquiry
When Apple rejected a certain Google Voice iPhone app from doing business on the iPhone AppStore, the masses threw up their arms and did what any self-respecting iPhone user would do – they posted their angry comments throughout the blogosphere and then mostly proceeded to take what Apple gives them. That’s just how iPhoners do.…
AT&T to Require Data Plans for Smartphones as of September 6?
Those looking to nab a new smartphone from AT&T will be in for a bit of a downer, as an internal memo has revealed that a data plan will be required. This is par for course up here in Canada, but makes sense for carriers who need to guarantee a steady revenue flow, although their…
Take Part In The Epic Battle Between Plants vs. Zombies On The iPhone
Last month, we reported Plants vs. Zombies possibly making it’s way to the iPhone. It seems all of the signs pointed to “Yes,” as PopCap Games announced today that they are indeed bringing their popular PC / Mac game to the iPhone platform in Late 2009. In Plants vs. Zombies, you are given the task…
FCC looking into how AT&T and Verizon come up with the prices they charge consumers for service
Between AT&T and Verizon Wireless, they own 60% of the American wireless market. Add T-Mobile and Sprint into the mix and you hit 90%. What policies let that happen and are their pricing structures set up to best serve consumers, while at the same time encourage competition? These are the questions the FCC is going…
WebOS-powered Palm Eos (Pixie) delayed to 2010?
The Palm Pre has been a great success for Palm and their brand-spanking-new WebOS. With 87% overall satisfaction rates, the Palm Pre (well, really, the WebOS) has proven that it has what it takes to play with big-dogs in the smartphone space. The iPhone and Android are a bit more popular at this point, but…
Washington D.C. subway to get mobile phone coverage: Terrorists ecstatic at remote detonation
America’s capital, Washingston D.C., has an underground metro that helps interns and political aids alike travel upon their daily commute to help their bosses figure out how much money should be spent on education, warfare, and an 8 ball of cocaine. Like many underground metros, which I’ll refer to as subways from now on having…
AT&T’s Vermont sales team is touring to promote the carrier’s offering
AT&T’s Vermont sales team is embarking upon a mobile retail tour designed to “better assist customers in areas where AT&T has limited brick-and-mortar locations.” The team is travelling in a 31-foot AT&T-branded RV equipped with AT&T’s devices, with the idea to make more than two dozen stops to educate people and, of course, sell some…
Qik makes it onto iPhone AppStore without live streaming
Qik has made a name for themselves as the premier live video-streaming service that allows mobile phone users around the world to stream their lives to the web in near real-time. Qik makes it easy to share a live concert, your kid’s first steps or your new-found recipe for pineapple bundt cake with friends and…