Just a very quick post, to add to our earlier news regarding Live Search, the free download from Microsoft.
It actually supports GPS (if you have the capabilities), and also voice input/recognition.
Just to show off, or genuinely useful?
To download the application visit the Live Search website here.
Posted by: Mark
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T-Mobile recently made some changes to their ‘Web-n-Walk’ mobile data services and have now announced a new ‘Pay-per-day’ mobile broadband service:
Pay-per-day mobile broadband launches for the first time in Britain as T-Mobile launches laptop surfing for never more than £4 a day. From November 1st, the mobile operator, who has pioneered Internet on the move, will offer new and existing customers the chance to get super fast Internet access without a contract. The operator has also slashed prices on its pay monthly mobile broadband tariffs, web’n’walk Plus and Max to enable mobile broadband users the chance to go mobile for less.
Customers can for the first time experience a high speed Internet connection wherever they are via a T-Mobile USB modem and their laptop, without the monthly commitment. Unlimited browsing allows customers to take full advantage of the internet, the way they like at any time, without the constraints of a fixed line, for no more than £4. Customers will be notified if they are using web’n’walk Plus Daily regularly enough to benefit from an upgrade to web n walk Plus or Max contract, which is now only £20 or £35 per month for unlimited web browsing!
T-Mobile has also confirmed that it will be permanently cutting the cost of its web‘n’walk Plus and web’n’walk Max price plans. The web’n’walk Plus package, which allows you to browse, email, download, stream and instant message, has been slashed from £29 a month to never more than £20 a month. Meanwhile, web’n’walk Max, which provides all the same benefits of web’n’walk Plus as well as Internet calling services like Skype, has been cut from £44 a month to never more than £35. The new web’n’walk tariffs are available to all existing customers as well as new customers available from now.
Richard Warmsley, Head of Internet on the Move, T-Mobile, said:
“We know consumers value the flexibility of mobile broadband, accessing the internet for all the reasons they love, whenever they want, wherever they are. Now they can try this just £4 without the constraints of a fixed line. When they are ready, we’ll happily recommended a monthly mobile broadband plan, that gives them even more value at our new reduced prices.
Our experience shows that customers want clear and simple price plans that offer value for money, and that is why we are offering flat-rate unlimited price packages and have further improved the value of our web’n’walk Plus and Max packages.”
Also within the portfolio of mobile broadband services, T-Mobile offers the largest worldwide Wi-Fi network, with over 1,200 HotSpots in key locations across the UK and 21,000 worldwide. The network offers the fastest 3G across the UK with speeds of up to 3.6mb per second, increasing to 7.2mb per second later this year.
Key features:
The tariff is subject to a ‘fair use’ policy but as yet we don’t have the details from T-mobile as to what they consider fair use. It seems like a decent option for those that don’t need to use mobile data every day.
Posted by: Matt
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Microsoft have released Live Search for Windows Mobile which claims to turn your phone into a commercial phonebook (think Yellow Pages), Map and City Guide.
Quote:
Find it.
Find local businesses, restaurants, and shopping in your neighborhood or where you travel.
Map it.
Get maps and detailed driving directions, and track your real-time location with optional GPS integration.
Plan it.
Take the fastest route with visibility into up-to-date traffic conditions.
To download the application visit the Live Search website here.
Posted by: Toby
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I know a lot of people are very keen to get their hands on the TyTN II and have been waiting for the device to be released by their favourite operator. O2 and T-Mobile have the TyTN II available already.
I’ve had a few emails about this today and according to the information I have, Orange now have the HTC TyTN II in stock and will commence shipping on Monday 15th October, quite a lot earlier than we anticipated.
I’m just seeking confirmation from our contacts at Orange and will let you know!
EDIT: Orange Business Customer Service department confirm that you can now order the unit and that the device only price is £300 + VAT.
Posted by: Matt
[Post tag(s): smartphone blog, Pocket PC blog, Tracy & Matt, Orange, HTC TyTN II, Windows Mobile Blog]
We’ve just had confirmation from Orange that they will indeed be carrying the HTC Touch Dual here in the UK.
As we all know, there are two versions of the HTC Touch Dual, one has a 16-key phone-style keypad with number keys and the other has a 20-key QWERTY style keypad (similar to the Blackberry or Sony P1i) where each key has two letters associated with it. My Orange contact informs me that Orange will only be stocking the 16-key number pad style version of the device, possible as they feel that the 20-key version is too complicated.
It’s probably worth pointing out, once again, that neither version of the Touch Dual will come with WiFi, HTC have confirmed that none of the European versions of the Dual will have WiFi capability. We’ve no idea why they would choose to exclude this feature which has now become standard on most devices, I’m sure that this omission will prove to be a problem for many.
It would seem that the folks over at MoDaCo have received a similar tip-off from Orange so we are thinking that the information must be accurate.
Finally, the rumour is that the HTC Touch Dual will be arriving on the Orange network in the middle of November.
Posted by: Matt
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JAVOedge releases HTC Touch Clear Case and Skin Case
Optimum protection with this crystal clear, poly-carbonate JAVOClear Case! This hard clear case is designed to protect and maintain the originality of your HTC Touch without compromises.
The perfect case, the perfect look! One of the best cases on the market today!
JAVOSkin, the great skin case accessory for the active lifestyle! Soft and contouring yet protective, giving life to your new HTC Touch!
See more HTC Touch JAVOedge accessories by JAVOedge.com
Posted By: Matt
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Vodafone finally started shipping their version of the HTC TyTNII, the v1615, yesterday so a number of lucky Voda customers have received their new toys just in time for the weekend.
I’ve already heard from a several new v1615 owners and it would appear that many, if not all, are very happy with their purchase. Most of the comments focus upon the speed of the device as well as the sheer number of features and the overall design.
If you’ve just got yours then we’d love to hear from you, leave us a comment or two and let us know how you are getting on with the v1615. Also, does the v1615 ship with TomTom? We’ve been hearing mixed reports about this and wondered if it was the same situation as with the TyTN II where not everyone who purchased the device direct from HTC has found TomTom in the box.
Posted by: Matt
[Post tag(s): smartphone blog, Pocket PC blog, Tracy & Matt, v1615, HTC TyTN II, Windows Mobile Blog]
O2 Germany have not wasted any time, just a few days after the HTC press conference, they have announced the O2 XDA Star. The XDA Star is based upon the new HTC Touch Dual aka HTC Nike.
The XDA Star is a slighty redesigned version of the Touch Dual to make it more Xda nova similar and therefore is the Xda star sporting a different D-Pad and call button design which is the same as with the Xda nova.
Head on over to the Unwired for more news.
Posted by: Matt
[Post tag(s): smartphone blog, Pocket PC blog, Tracy & Matt, Sprint, HTC Touch Dual, HTC Elf, HTC P3450]
Astraware® is pleased to announce The Astraware BIG Fall Sale which offers 25% off a huge selection of games on their website.
The Astraware BIG Fall Sale runs from 3rd – 18th October 2007 and offers a fantastic 25% discount off over 90 games and packs! Brain-teasing word games and puzzles, epic adventures, exciting action games, and compelling card games are all included, so there really is something for everyone.
As well as enjoying these special low prices, Club Astraware members can also earn points on any games they buy in the sale – 1 point for every cent they spend!
To take advantage of this massive offer visit the Astraware website at http://www.astraware.com.
Posted by: Matt
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HTC today launched three new devices from its Q4 2007 product portfolio.
This trio of devices further cements HTC’s position as an innovator, driving forward the development of devices that meet the needs of business and enterprise users. Each new handset showcases a tailored range of capabilities to support different types of users including those focused on cutting edge mobile computing to users that want powerful, feature-rich mobile messaging.
HTC Shift – the HTC Shift ushers in a new era in mobile computing. Combining the power of Microsoft Windows Vista with always-connected 3G/HSDPA connectivity, the HTC Shift delivers unparalleled functionality in a sleek, compact design. The HTC Shift is the first device to feature HTC’s innovative new SnapVUE™ technology. SnapVUE provides instant access to emails, calendar, SMS messages and contacts, without the need to fully boot up the device which helps conserve power and extend battery life. Weighing just 800g and equipped with a 7” touch sensitive ‘slide-n-tilt’ screen, the HTC Shift is the new way to work effectively on the move.
HTC S730 – An enhanced version of the successful HTC S710 handset that launched earlier this year, the HTC S730 adds 3G/HSDPA and a 400MHz processor for those consumers and business professionals who want high speed connectivity. It’s is a stylish and compact phone which features an auto-sliding QWERTY keyboard making it an ideal choice for the mobile professional who needs easy access to email, messaging and the internet while out of the office. The HTC S730 comes equipped with Windows Mobile 6 and 256MB Flash memory wrapped in a sleek gun-metal grey casing.
HTC P6500 – Designed for the enterprise market, the HTC P6500 is ideal for use in a range of vertical sectors, from logistics companies to hospitals and police forces. Incorporating a 3.5” screen, 3 mega pixel camera with auto focus and barcode and fingerprint scanning capabilities, it offers the ideal features to be overlaid with programmes tailored to meet the specific needs of each enterprise. The HTC P6500 is equipped with 256MB internal memory with the option to add up to 1GB in addition to two external SD card slots. This powerful specification set is supported by 3G/HSDPA connectivity as well as a GPS ensuring that the P6500 is a fully future-proofed and versatile mobile platform.
In addition to its new devices, HTC has developed a range of accessories that are compatible across all HTC devices for consumer’s ease of use. These include the BH M200 (Bluetooth headset), HS U110 (3.5 mm audio adapter and headset), and the HS S200 (HTC standard stereo wired headset) to enable effective communications on the move.
“We are extremely proud of HTC’s reputation as a leading innovator in the mobility space, providing high-quality products to exceed the needs of our diverse end-users,” said Florian Seiche, vice president, HTC Europe. “This Q4 line up exemplifies the breadth of HTC’s portfolio – setting new standards with the ground-breaking HTC Shift and extending the choice of devices that we offer to our business user audience.”
“We want customers to be able to do more with their phone. As a leading supplier of Windows Mobile phones, HTC delivers a wide choice of devices with familiar Microsoft applications and services,” said Scott Horn, general manager, Microsoft Mobile Communications Business. “We’re excited about these latest additions to HTC’s expanding portfolio because customers have the flexibility of finding the right Windows Mobile phone to suit their style at work, at home or on the go”.
The HTC Shift will be available across Europe from November this year, the HTC S730 from October and the HTC P6500 from November. All devices will be available through HTC’s channel and specific operator partners.
More about the products
HTC Shift
· Receive instant updates with always-on push email
· Incredible 2 days standby battery life ensures the HTC Shift won’t let you down while you’re on the move
· Instant access to key information at the touch of a button with HTC SnapVUE™
· Revolutionary small form factor gives you portability without compromising mobility
· Powerful enough to provide you with the full Windows Vista® experience
HTC S730
· Instant access to Outlook® email, calendar, contacts and more with Windows Mobile® 6
· Take your office with you – download, view and edit your documents
· Compact phone with auto-slide QWERTY full keyboard for easy typing
· See key information at a glance with Live HTC Home™
· Enjoy super-fast always-on connectivity with worldwide 3G and Wi-Fi access
HTC P6500
· Open Windows Mobile 6 Professional platform facilitates the simple installation of industry applications
· Offers high speed Internet connectivity which is up to nine times faster than 3G
· Auto-focus 3 mega-pixel camera captures images and enables applications such as 2D barcode and business card reader
· Fingerprint ID sensor secures device and critical data
· Remote wipe capability enables the remote clearing of all data from device and storage cards if lost or stolen
· Dual SDIO interface provides two SDIO ports for memory card storage or accessory connection
Posted by: Matt
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