I bet you probably do, right? Anyone who has seen the improvements that Blu-Ray offers over DVD, might also be wondering whether, in an analogous sense, the transition from current content offered by 3G networks, to something altogether better quality, could occur anytime soon? Not through the 3G networks, I would argue – right now,…
Multi-platform Calendar sync (inc. Cloud!)
Following on from my numerous investigations, I think I may have a solution that would allow you to Sync a Mac, PC, and iPhone, all with the same calendar – and wait for it – bi-directionally! Now, you might be thinking … um …. but isn’t that what MobileMe does? Well in theory yes, but…
Security: are you comfortable sharing your information with ‘the cloud’?
There is a growing trend, which you might have noticed (would be hard not to!), for companies to offer ‘cloud computing’ services – Google have been there for a while, Apple recently relaunched theirs, and Microsoft have now put their play out there too. And that is just the big three, as opposed to the…
Spb Traveler 2.0 released; Frequent flyers rejoice!
Spb Software has recently released a new version of its “expert mobile travel assistant application” – Spb Traveler 2.0. The new version of the popular mobile travel companion builds on top of its predecessor, adding new features to the mix, including: Subscription-free flight search provided by OAG (Official Airline Guide), a reliable flight data source.…
Saxo Bank Launches SaxoMobileTrader for iPhone
Online trading specialist Saxo Bank has recently launched SaxoMobileTrader for iPhone and iPod Touch to allow users to stay updated with the markets, view their account status, and fully manage their positions and orders across multiple asset classes. From the official release: Increasing investor sophistication combined with highly mobile lifestyles has meant that individual investors…
T-Mobile passes on HSPA Evolution (HSPA+) in favor of 4G LTE networks
As it stands, T-Mobile is the last major carrier-holdout on the 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) front. Or at least, T-Mobile was the last holdout in the wireless market. T-Mobile’s Chief technology officer Joachim Horn recently stated that his company wouldn’t be rolling out the hardware upgrades necessary to enable HSPA Evolution (HSPA+) data speeds…
Verizon announces roaming plans for BlackBerry Storm
Verizon hasn’t mentioned a release date (we’re still eyeballing November 16th., after the treasure hunt), but they have announced some roaming plans to go with the BlackBerry Storm. For $69.99/month ($64.99 if tacked onto a voice plan), subscribers will get unlimited access to personal POP3 accounts and corporate addresses via GlobalEmail, as well as web…
Nokia Friend View is a location-aware Twitter
No wonder Nokia allowed Google to swallow Jaiku – they’ve been preparing to launch their own micro-blogging service, which we’re presenting you today. The so called Nokia Friend View combines micro-blogging with location-based information, allowing users not only to share their thoughts but also their location. That (location sharing) could be done either automatically using…
AT&T brings mobile banking to the iPhone users
AT&T has recently announced the launch of a mobile banking application for iPhone and iPod Touch users. Using it, users can manage their finances — including checking balances and transaction history, transferring funds, receiving offers, viewing and paying bills, and tracking rewards points — while on-the-go, right from their shiny gadgets. The service is available…
Remember the Milk goes native on iPhone/iPod Touch
Until now, Remember the Milk fans with iPhones used a special website optimized for the handset’s Safari browser to access and manage their tasks. That will no longer be the case, as the popular task management service is now available as a native application in the AppStore. As a native app, it works much faster…