Don’t know about you but I love mobile money services. Simply put, they are the future, allowing us to access our bank accounts while on the go, even without a laptop. In developing countries, such services are set to bring banking services to the so called unbanked, a part of the population who don’t have…
Layar Reality Browser now in version 3.5
Layar launched a new version (3.5) of its Layar Reality Browser. The updated application rocks Layar Stream, making it easier for users to discover and experience Augmented Reality without the need to enter a search query or open a specific layer. As soon as they start the app, users will immediately see the most interesting…
Nozbe for iPad has been submitted for Apple’s approval
On the heels of the updated Nozbe iPhone app, the popular task management service informed us that the iPad version is complete and has been submitted for Apple’s approval. The first thing everyone will notice is completely revamped user interface. Nozbe comes to the iPad in leather case! Actually, the application has a leather notebook…
Zong creates one-click mobile payment solution for Android
Zong has created what they say is the first one-click mobile payment solution for Android! The solution has been released in private beta to select (approved) developers, who can integrate this payment option into their applications. Apparently, the end result is a seamless experience for end users that doesn’t require registration or login. Zong on…
Vivo to expand mobile money services in Brazil
Another news item from the floor of the Mobile Money Summit. This time, we’re talking about Brazil’s biggest mobile operator – Vivo, which plans to expand its mobile financial service portfolio and launch new services during the year. According to the operator’s vice president of marketing and innovation, Hugo Janeba, they [Vivo] are teaming up…
AT&T Revamps Data Plans: Kills Unlimited, Intros Tethering
Some heavy data users thinking of signing up with AT&T may be crying foul at new data plans just announced today. DataPlus is the basic service, offering 200 MB for $15, while DataPro is $25 monthly for 2 GB. Aaaand that’s about it. Yep, no more unlimited data. If you want to be able to…
Evernote for Android reaches version 1.4
Evernote is out with an updated Android client. The main thing of the new version is that the nasty java.lang.IllegalStateException error which prevented users from accessing certain notes has been fixed. In addition, there are three other important enhancements: Search bar has been dramatically improved – not only can you use it do the usual…
1-800-Justdial offers local search by voice in the U.S.
India-based 1-800-Justdial is going States-wide with a launch of its free, personalized directory assistance and category search services. To access the service, users simply dial 1-800-Justdial (1-800-587-8342) from anywhere in the country. Here’s how Justdial works (from the press release): Justdial offers more than simple local business search, making it quick and easy for people…
Berg Insight: Location-based service revenues in Europe to reach 420 million EUR by 2015
In its latest research report, Berg Insight forecasts that mobile location-based service revenues in Europe will grow from 220 million EUR in 2009 at a CAGR of 12% to reach 420 million EUR in 2015. Local search, navigation services and social networking will lead the way in terms of number of users. According to the…
Turkcell launches Gezenzi, location-based micro-blogging platform
Turkey’s Turkcell launched a new service called Gezenzi (roughly translates as “share traces of your life”), a location-based micro-blogging platform that allows users to exchange information about places they encounter in their daily lives and travels. Here’s how Gezenzi works: On a Gezenzi map, users share location information by keying in text, comments and even…