Author Archive: Gareth

Vodafone claim more than 50,000 iPhones delivered to customers today

Via Vodafone’s official Twitter account they claim to have delivered over 50,000 iPhones to customers today, my wife’s unfortunately is stuck with Parcel Force as they claim the weather was too bad to deliver it, going to collect it tomorrow just in case we get any more snow.

Anyway it still amazes me how popular this device is when you compare it to the recent Google Nexus One figures just out.

Terry O’Brien talks about the launch day for the iPhone on Vodafone UK from the Oxford Street store below:-

Vodafone Navigation App Now Available From App Store

Vodafone today announced its Vodafone Navigation App is now available from the App Store. The app provides turn-by-turn navigation, with voice instructions and speed camera alerts, for any location in the UK meaning Vodafone customers now have the option to never be lost again.

The Vodafone Navigation App is available for free from the App Store on iPhone or at www.itunes.com/appstore/.

At the end of April 2010 customers can decide to keep the app for the length of their contract for just £3 a month, or choose to take it month by month for £5 a month.

Customers can also access Western European maps for an additional £5 for each month they are used.

via Press Release

Vodafone 360 People Sync App Now Available From App Store

Vodafone today announced the availability of its free Vodafone 360 People Sync App on the App Store. The app was developed to help customers easily move mobile contacts from one phone to iPhone by backing up and syncing all contacts regardless of network provider.

The 360 People Sync App removes the hassle of having to manually transfer numbers to a new iPhone. Customers can sync contacts from almost 500 phones to iPhone so no one need ever lose a contact again. Customers can check whether a phone is supported by registering for an account at 360.com.

The 360 People Sync App is available for free from the App Store on iPhone or at www.itunes.com/appstore/.

Vodafone now offers the iPhone in the UK with a range of contract price plans tailored to let customers make the most of the UK’s outstanding network. Available from as little as £30 a month, customers will be able to buy their iPhone in-store, through their account manager or online at vodafone.co.uk/iphone

via Press Release

Nexus One first week sales

It’s the newest, hottest phone on the market and it was outsold by the MyTouch 3G 3 to 1. It’s not like the Nexus One hasn’t been in the news very much, I think every major tech publication and newspaper has mentioned the device in one capacity or another. It wasn’t released on one network per area like the iPhone or the Pre so no network can be blamed for mis-marketing.

Perhaps too many people are suffering a 24 month contract to care about what Google is outputting.

Harsh times for China SMS

Guess it’s only a matter of time before the British government clamp down, but the Chinese authorities have take big big step to stomp out illegal activates. Here is an article from Mobileburn.

Today China’s state media told the press that China will begin to ban its citizens from sending or receiving SMS texts if they are using their phones to distribute pornography or other content deemed illegal by the Chinese government.

According to AFP, China Mobile is working with the Chinese government to help police SMS texts using a "checking system."

China’s internet censorship has been well publicized, and many suspect it’s in an effort to prevent any backlash against the Communist government.

This news comes amid Google’s decision to stop censoring search results in China after hackers attempted to break into the email accounts of Chinese civil rights activists.

[Source Mobileburn via Yahoo News]

Virgin Media announced the availability of the HTC HD2

Virgin Media has today announced a new UK partnership with HTC Corp., a leading smartphone designer, which will see the cutting-edge HTC HD2 smartphone added to its range of handsets. The HTC HD2 is the first HTC branded phone to be made available through Virgin Media, and marks the start of an expanding range of high-end handsets perfect for consumers looking for the best possible mobile internet and entertainment experience on the go.

The HTC HD2 is powered by a 1GHz Snapdragon processor, making it perfect for enjoying high-quality video and music on the move. Featuring a massive 4.3 inch touch screen with a 480×800 high resolution display, the HD2’s sharp and ultra-responsive capacitive screen brings web pages and other content to life with incredible clarity and control.

The Windows Mobile based HD2 also features ‘HTC Sense’ – HTC’s unique design philosophy that delivers a mobile experience that is focused squarely on the user. The HTC HD2 features popular social networking applications, such as Facebook and Twitter, and enables users to expand its functionality with a wide range of applications from Windows Marketplace. At just 11mm thin, the slim HD2 also houses a 5 megapixel camera with a dual LED flash.

Jonathan Kini, director of mobile at Virgin Media said, “The HTC HD2 is a stunning handset and the first-ever HTC-branded phone ranged by Virgin Media. Its launch kick starts a new range of high-end handsets coming to Virgin Media, perfect for mobile internet, social networking and entertainment on the go. We are delighted to be able to offer the HD2 through one of the best and most competitive deals in the market.”

Jon French, executive director of HTC UK, Ireland and South Africa, said, “HTC is known for producing great phones that offer consumers a unique mobile experience. Our close relationship with Virgin Media continues to grow, and we are pleased to be able to help it to kick off the New Year with such a fantastic deal.”

via Press Release over email

Voice Band for iPhone review

iPhone apps are everywhere. Do you know that Doodle Jump iPhone game was even mentioned on The Bing Bang Theory TV series? However from time to time comes an app that makes our jaw drop to the floor. And Voice Band app is such an app! It’s almost revolutionary!

So, imagine that you could create music just with your voice. No longer pressing touch screen in a rhythm. Just use your voice – the most natural and original (!) way to make music! Imagine that you could convert your voice to musical instruments!

Yes, there is an app for that and we have tried it! To listen to a song created by us, click here (MP3 file).

Nexus One with Qwerty keyboard?

Apparently Reuters has reported that a Qwerty Nexus may be on the cards. Speculated as the Nexus Two, the new Google-branded Android phone is meant for business users but I’d snap one up.

I guess this might be delayed until such time as the kinks in the Nexus One are ironed out.

[Source PMP Today]

Sweet new HTC Hero arrives in Russia

Those lucky Russians have a rather tasty looking version of the HTC Hero. Whilst the specs are not quite as juicy as the HTC Hero we know and love, this calorie nightmare will probably only be released on cocO2. Check after the break for some delicious pictures.