T-Mobile Sidekick users are a loyal bunch. Many have likely even taken on a new 2-year contract with Deutsch Telekom-owned T-Mobile USA just so that they could to put a Microsoft/Danger Sidekick in their pockets. Unfortunately for them, Microsoft’s Sidekick servers have recently taken a nose-dive, taking user data (contacts, photos, calendar, etc.) down with…
Apple takes the cake in smartphone satisfaction, LG wins hearts with featurephone
If you thought the iPhone was the best smartphone you’ve ever used, you’re not alone. According to JD Power & Associates’ latest survey of 1,148 respondents, Apple’s iPhone is the most satisfying smartphone in both the consumer and enterprise segments (yet again). And, when it comes to featurephones (which don’t run mobile operating systems that…
Verizon shares some VZ Navigator numbers at the CTIA
During the recently ended CTIA WIRELESS I.T. & Entertainment 2009, Verizon shared some numbers about its mobile navigation service – VZ Navigator. Here’s what we’ve learned: More than 65% of VZ Navigator customers use the service more than three times a week; So far in 2009, VZ Navigator users made 11.5 million more inquiries than…
Sygic announces compatibility of GPS nav app with Windows Mobile 6.5
To go alongside the launch of Windows Mobile 6.5 and Windows Marketplace for Mobile, Sygic has announced compatibility of its “Sygic Mobile Maps” with the new Windows Mobile platform. Additionally, the Sygic’s GPS navigation application for Windows Mobile 6.5 is immediately available from Sygic web site e-shop or via Expansys distribution network. While Sygic will…
IK Multimedia Releases GrooveMaker Techno and Trance for the iPhone/iPod Touch
IK Multimedia has announced the release of two new applications for the iPhone/iPod Touch: GrooveMaker Techno and GrooveMaker Trance. Both versions based on the recently released GrooveMaker remixing application, which as you’ll know if you read my previous posts, is quite awesome! GrooveMaker allows for instantaneous control over 8 stereo loop tracks, making it possible…
djay3 released – awesome software, just waiting for the iPhone version!
algoriddim has announced the release of djay 3, a completely revamped version of its awesome music software application for Mac and iTunes. There’s a stack of new features, including an Automatic Tempo & Beat Detection, Auto-Cut Scratching and extensive MIDI Support, and a new UI! djay 3’s Top New Features Include: • Automatic Tempo &…
deCarta launches mobile search app
deCarta has recently announced the launch of deCarta Mobile Search, a brand-able mobile local search alternative to traditional Internet search engines. The application is primarily offered to mobile operators, directory service providers and handset manufacturers — all which could boost their ROI using the app. Feature wise, deCarta Mobile Search provides maps, address finding, routing,…
Rock Band coming to iPhone with 4-way Bluetooth multi-player mode!
Rock Band is on its way to the iPhone! Forget everything you thought you knew about beat-matching music games on the iPhone, EA Mobile’s Rock Band is by far the best in its class. We had a chance to sit down with EA Mobile at CTIA WITE 2009 to get a sneak-peek at Rock Band…
First batch of Gameloft games for the Windows Marketplace for Mobile unveiled
Gameloft announced its support for Windows Marketplace for Mobile by offering a catalog of 11 games on the new online store. Here are the games the company has prepared for existing and future WinMo users: Racing: Asphalt 4: Elite Racing; Ferrari GT: Evolution; Sports: Real Football 2010; NFL 2010 (US and Canada only); Action and…
T-Mobile Tap unveiled – affordable touchscreen phone
T-Mobile has announced a new potential bestseller. It’s called T-Mobile Tap and it’s an affordable all-touchscreen handset. Aside from boasting standard phone features (texting and calling), the Tap also comes with a 2-megapixel camera, Bluetooth connectivity support, web browser, media player, GPS along with the accompanying app/service for providing turn-by-turn directions. As for the availability,…