One of the things we’re most excited to see at Mobile World Congress 2010 is the unveiling of the Windows Mobile 7 platform from Microsoft. Ever since the iPhone came on the scene and showed the world just how horribly behind the times Microsoft’s Windows Mobile operating system had become, we’ve been hearing a lot…
Samsung to introduce SUPER AMOLED device at MWC 2010
Our buddies at Oled-display.net have let us know about a nifty new Samsung handset that is going to be announced at MWC 2010, packing a SUPER AMOLED (yes, SUPER!) touchscreen! We do a little bit more, but not much – the AMOLED will be WVGA, and around 3.3 inches. Apparently Samsung have suggested that the…
Sagem Wireless, UPEK team-up to bring fingerprint identity capabilities mobile devices, Android phones included
Sagem Wireless and UPEK are teaming up to bring fingerprint identity capabilities to a range of new devices that Sagem Wireless is expected to launch later this year, including new Android-based smartphones. UPEK is the company that is considered to have a superior fingerprint technology, which offers industry-leading recognition accuracy, ruggedness, power efficiency, and enhanced…
AdMob to keynote the Mobile Premier Awards event
Mobile Premier Awards announced that this year’s program will have a new twist. AdMob, which is arguably the most successful startup in mobile history, will keynote the show. More specifically, Russell Buckley, AdMob’s Vice President Global Alliances will be sharing thoughts on how to start and grow a successful company in mobile; whereas Richard Wong…
13 days until Mobile World Congress: What does the IntoMobile team want to see, and want to avoid?
It’s difficult to describe what attending Mobile World Congress is like. I’ve only been there once, in 2008, and I’m excited to be going again this year. For those of you who have never heard of Mobile World Congress, it’s a trade show where everyone in the mobile telecommunications industry, from device makers, to infrastructure…
DoCoMo to showcase eye-controlled interface, handset made of real wood at the MWC
We do know NTT DoCoMo will be showing off the first LTE-enabled devices at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. And here are few more juicy tidbits of what to expect from the Japanese carrier: Headset with eye-controlled interface that converts eye movements into system commands TOUCH WOOD demonstration handset made of real wood i-concier…
Microsoft to unveil the Tegra-based Zune at the Mobile World Congress?
A Spanish website MuyComputer is claiming that the Zune phone will be launched at the upcoming Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Moreover, they say that the device will be powered by NVidia’s Tegra chipset ensuring smooth media playback. Features are unknown, but it is speculated that the Zune phone will rock WiFi, HDMI video output,…
Ultrabrief: NTT DoCoMo to show off LTE enabled device at Mobile World Congress 2010
Martyn Williams, IDG News Service, says that Japanese operator NTT DoCoMo will show off the world’s first LTE enabled mobile handset at Mobile World Congress later this month. NTT DoCoMo is spending roughly $4 billion on their LTE network and how to commercially launch it this year, but only for data devices. Why should you…
Windows Mobile 7 confirmed for debut at Mobile World Congress
Windows Mobile fans should have reason to get excited for the Mobile World Congress show next month in Barcelona, Spain. The world’s largest mobile-related trade show will apparently be where Microsoft will finally take the wraps off its supposedly revamped Windows Mobile 7 operating system, according to the company’s CFO Peter Klein. In just a…
Mobile Premier Awards in Innovation 20 finalists announced
As expected, the Mobile Premier Awards has announced the 20 finalists to the Mobile Premier Awards in Innovation, as chosen by their peers in partnership with MobileMonday. The companies were selected by an international jury of recognized mobile industry experts. Now they will be able to pitch their idea, application or project at the Mobile…