Pandora recently made waves in the Internet radio scene with its innovative community-based, predictive music-listening experience. The company recently got into some hot water with the lovable RIAAÂ – leading them to basically shutting down the service for US listeners. But, now it looks like the company has gotten a second wind in the States…
The REAL PSP Phone – BT and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Team Up For VoIP Calls
PSP owners rejoice! You will soon be able to make VoIP calls over a WiFi connection on your uber-handheld-gaming device. BT has inked a deal with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe to give phone functionality to the PSP. Unlike those half-baked, PSP-rips that we brought you earlier, this is the real deal. The actual gaming unit…
Virgin Mobile USA adds JumpTap’s local search functionality
Following Alltel, Virgin Mobile USA also announced the extension of its mobile search functionality by integrating a WAP-based local search application from JumpTap. The new application enables the carrier’s customers to find anything local — from pizza shops to the closest CD store. Furthermore, customers can also search for local maps and directions to and…
Qwest Releases Pink Sanyo Handset for Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Awareness
Qwest is teaming up with Sanyo to release a Pink version of the Sanyo Katana, SCP-2400 and SCP-3100 handsets to help the Susan G. Komen for The Cure. Ten percent of retail sales of the handsets will go toward the Cure – with a $50,000minimum donation, up to a maximum donation of $100,000. The handsets…
Artificial Life signs distribution deal with Jamba/Jamster
Hong Kong based Artificial Life announced the signing of mobile content distribution agreement with Jamba/Jamster to make its games available to Jamba and Jamster customers. Under the agreement, Jamba will distribute Artificial Life’s titles across Europe, the United States, and South America. The initial launch will include “V-girl” and “V-boyfriend”. “We are delighted to distribute…
Glu Mobile to distribute Konami games in Europe
Glu Mobile announced a partnership with Konami, granting the mobile publisher exclusive distribution rights to Konami properties across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Under the agreement, the production of the titles will be led by Konami’s mobile development facilities in Europe, and product lineup and details will be announced shortly, with…
Real Networks buys Sony’s NetServices – Serves up Streaming Music for Vodafone
As part of an acquisition deal between Real Networks and Sony, Vodafone’s Live Entertainment Portal users will see their music-streaming (think Internet radio) and downloads being served up by Real Networks. The downloading and streaming-music service, previously provided by Sony’s NetServices, offers a customized option called StreamMan that gives users the option to get on-demand…
ESPN goes mobile, again
ESPN Mobile is history now. Some people argued that when it was launched way before its time. Now, they’re giving it another shot. But this time, they are offering their content through Verizon Wireless V Cast service for $15 per month. If you’re using Verizon’s services, and are into up to date sport news, stats…
Motorola partners with Napster, Podcast.com
In order to additionally appeal to its customers, Motorola has partnered with two companies – Napster and Podcast.com, to provide easy access to their respective services. Napster and Motorola will develop promotional efforts for North America, the UK and Germany designed to make it easy for consumers to experience the Napster To Go music experience…
ABC goes Primetime with On-Demand Mobile TV Shows for Sprint
According to USA Today, Sprint just inked a deal to serve up ABC’s primetime hits, Grey’s Anatomy, Lost, Desperate Housewives and Ugly Betty, to it’s $20-a-month data plan subscribers. The TV shows will be offered through on-demand services, which, according to ABC, ” is what people expect. Why should mobile be any different?” The deal…