Nokia Beta Labs has updated the Ovi Contacts application. It’s not a major update, though — in addition to some performance improvements, the updated app introduces a graphics facelift and that’s about it. Both touch (S60 5th Edition) and non-touch (S60 3.2) versions have been affected, meaning just about anyone can update. To do so,…
Tagwhat joins the augmented reality market with a socially engaged service
A company called Tagwhat is joining the augmented reality market with a brand new service. Their twist is simple – they allow anyone to create points of interest by “tagging” places, and eventually interact around those tags. Here’s how it works (from the press release): At the heart of the Tagwhat network is its patent-pending…
iPhone App Replaces Stompbox, Adds Guitar Effects
If you’ve been interested in obvious music production capalities of the iPhone, you’ll probably like the AmpliTube iRig. Although not available quite yet, the app, when combined with a special plug in the 3.5 mm headphone slot that splits off to your amp and your guitar/bass, provides access to a wide variety of effects. Out…
SlingPlayer private beta hits Android
We’ve been waiting for SlingPlayer Mobile on Android to hit for a while and it looks like we won’t have to wait much longer because the company is testing it out in private beta. If you don’t know, the app gives you access to your SlingBox media content over WiFi and 3G – this can…
Google gives Goggles translation abilities
Google is trying to help you when you’re traveling, as the 1.1 version of Google Goggles offers the ability to translate languages. Let’s say you don’t understand the menu at a restaurant, you can whip out your smartphone and then take a picture of it. You then single out the words you want to understand…
Rogers Rolling-Out ‘My Account’ App for BlackBerry
Rogers really seems to be putting the hammer down on customer service these days. Not so long ago they launched their RedBoard Blog to allow them to reach out and more directly communicate with their customers. Now, just yesterday they announced (via the RedBoard) that a new ‘My Account’ app for BlackBerry will be available…
Foursquare Version 1.8.4 Now Available for BlackBerry
I admit it… I just can’t get into Foursquare. I’ve tried and tried, and I don’t know what it is, but the whole thing just doesn’t resonate with me. However, for many of you out there it surely does. Suppose that’s why I’m telling you about this update! Version 1.8.4 of Foursquare for BlackBerry is…
Just for Fun: CANABALT Typing Tutor Edition
One of my favorite iPhone games (for some time now) has been CANABALT. The game is simple. You’re a guy, running along rooftops, jumping between buildings and through windows… trying to escape what looks like earth’s destruction. Armageddon, one might say. Aliens (or something) are invading, and they’ll often get in your path as well,…
OpenTable: We’ve seated more than 3 million diners through our mobile apps!
OpenTable, the online restaurant reservation service which also has its mobile application for various platforms, issued a press release with some impressive numbers. Here are the highlights: More than 3 million diners have been seated through OpenTable mobile apps, marking a 200% increase in eight months. Based on a $50 average check per diner, OpenTable…
Verizon Wireless suggests apps for the Mother’s Day
With the Mother’s Day around the corner, Verizon Wireless has issued a press release showcasing apps for moms. Here’s what they got: Flowers: Flowerful – $1 virtual bouquet maker (Android), Orchids – free app for webOS devices. Pamper Her: OpenTable for on-the-go restaurant reservations, Beauty Care Services app for finding local salons and spas to…