Archive for 2012

Everything Everywhere launches Smart Signal Sharing – the final phase of the ‘big switch-on’

Everything Everywhere, the UK’s biggest communications company, has completed the final stage of the ‘big switch-on’ – Orange and T-Mobile’s signal sharing project. Smart Signal Sharing will mean that if a customer’s smartphone, tablet or dongle 3G signal starts to fade, it will automatically and seamlessly prioritise signal from the other network. This means customers will get access to fast, uninterrupted 3G in more places, more of the time.

Olaf Swantee, CEO of Everything Everywhere, said:

“Smart Signal Sharing marks the completion of the Orange and T-Mobile signal integration project, which provides our 27.5million customers with the widest 2G and 3G coverage available in Britain today. The launch is yet another proofpoint to our commitment to provide our customers with the best network in the UK – now and in the future.

Our continued investment into the network, including the launch of 50% faster 3G speeds through HSPA+, allows our customers to access the internet, social networks or download emails faster in more places than ever before.”

No more traffic jams with INRIX for iPhone and iPad

We have covered INRIX in the past over on the BlackBerry but announced today is the welcomed iOS version.

INRIX, a leading international provider of traffic information and driver services, introduces a new app for the iPhone and iPad that helps drivers take control of their commute and avoid traffic. INRIX Traffic helps cut the cost of gridlock with the following time-saving features:  

· Your Fastest Routes to Home & Work:  Drivers can easily decide which route is the best choice to get around today’s traffic. Only INRIX analyses the impact accidents, sporting events, concerts and other unique local events have on traffic to deliver the fastest routes with the least delay. 

· Recommended Departure & Travel Times:  The INRIX Traffic Forecast Slider shows drivers the best options for avoiding frustrating delays now and in the future. 

· Share INRIX Arrival Times:  Easily send your INRIX Arrival Time instantly to any contact with just a few taps.

· Personalised Traffic Alerts:  Drivers can uniquely tune their app to only alert them to accidents and other incidents causing delays along their route.

Samsung Galaxy SIII “fastest selling pre-order of 2012” according to Carphone Warehouse

With one week to go before the handset arrives, Carphone Warehouse today revealed customers have pre-ordered thousands of the highly-anticipated Samsung Galaxy SIII. More than 800 stores will stock the SIII upon launch, making Carphone Warehouse the largest distributor in the UK and the only retailer to offer deals with all major UK mobile networks.

Graham Stapleton, Chief Commercial Officer at Carphone Warehouse, says, "Pre-order demand for the new Galaxy SIII has surpassed expectations since the handset was first unveiled two weeks ago. The first 24 hours alone saw thousands placing their pre-order at Carphone Warehouse."

Graham adds, "The Galaxy SIII is without a doubt the fastest selling pre-order of 2012 so far. We’re gearing up for an exceptionally busy launch day at the end of the month as the handset lands on shelves at our stores across the UK."
On 29th May, the Samsung Galaxy SIII will be available from 7pm for pre-order customers at selected stores, with general sales starting on the 30^th across all Carphone Warehouse stores. The handset will be free with monthly tariffs from £28 per month.

Available from Carphone Warehouse http://www.carphonewarehouse.com/NEW-SAMSUNG-GALAXY  or 0800 925 925.

Posted by: James

Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 – available now on Three

Another Android device hits Three today and once again an affordable option.

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is now available online at www.three.co.uk and from 25^th May in all Three stores.

A step up from the Samsung Galaxy Ace, the Ace 2 brings a whole host of improvements to a very popular smartphone. The affordable phone has a large 3.8″ WVGA screen which makes viewing pictures, watching videos and playing the latest apps a pleasure. It also features a 5MP camera with Auto Focus, allowing people to take great pictures on the go.

With a dual-core 800Mhz processor, the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is fast, allowing people to quickly switch between streaming the latest video content and updating their status on their favourite social networks.

Sylvia Chind, head of handsets at Three said, “Offering fantastic features at an affordable price, the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is a great first smartphone. One of my favourite features is the front facing VGA camera, allowing you to make video calls, with apps like Skype and Google Talk”.

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is available from £22 a month with no up front cost on the Essential Internet 500 plan. The Essential Internet and Ultimate Internet plans, offer a fear-free mobile internet experience, with a guarantee of no surprise out-of-bundle data charges.

The handset is also available on Pay As You Go for £229.99. All in One 15 costs £15 and gives 30-day access to all-you-can-eat data along with 300 any-network minutes and 3,000 texts. Or All in One 25 costs £25 and offers 500 minutes, 3,000 texts and all-you-can-eat data for a 30-day period.

Key features:

· 3.8 inch WVGA screen

· 5MP camera with Auto Focus

· Front facing VGA camera

· Fast 800MHz dual core processor

· Large 4GB internal memory

· HD video recording @ 720p

Posted by: James

Sony Xperia U – available now on Three

Another relatively low cost, compact Android smartphone hits the selves today. The Sony Xperia U may not be the biggest but inside it is packing some pretty nice specs.

The Sony Xperia U is now available online at www.three.co.uk and from tomorrow (22^nd May 2012) in all Three stores.

With an illuminating strip at the base of the phone which changes colour to match the dominant colour in photos and music album covers, this unique phone is great for people who want to stand out from the crowd. The phone also comes with customisable caps that slot on to the bottom of the phone and add an extra level of personalisation.
The Sony Xperia U’s 3.5″ display with Sony’s Mobile BRAVIA Engine technology ensures that photos, apps, web pages and games are always crystal clear. The five megapixel camera with Exmoor R sensor technology allows people to take perfect pictures in low light. The device also features a fast 1.5 second image capture too, so fast fingered photographers don’t have to worry about missing the perfect shot.

Sylvia Chind, head of handsets at Three said, “We’re confident that this stylish and affordable smartphone will appeal to fashionistas who can customise the colour and look of the Sony Xperia UT to their mood or outfit. With the latest technology also built in, and on Three’s fast network, this phone really does have it all.”

The Sony Xperia U is available on Three from £15 a month on the Essential Internet 100 plan and £20 a month on the Essential Internet 500 plan. The Essential Internet and Ultimate Internet plans, offer a fear-free mobile internet experience, with a guarantee of no surprise out of bundle data charges.
The phone is also available on Pay As You Go for £179.99. All in One 15 costs £15 and gives 30-day access to all-you-can-eat data along with 300 any-network minutes and 3,000 texts. Or All in One 25 costs £25 and offers 500 minutes, 3,000 texts and all-you-can-eat data for a 30-day period.
Key features:

• Unique, customisable design
• 5 megapixel camera with HD video recording
• 1.5 second fast image capture
• Powerful 1GHz dual-core processor
• 3.5″ FWVGA Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine
• Colour-matching illumination strips
• Changeable colour caps
• Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system

Posted by: James