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With the iPhone 4 shipping this week there is a great new app in the Apple App Store – Windows Live Messenger and now with push notifications.
The Messenger iPhone app is free and includes many of the same rich Messenger features that you’d experience on a PC. With the app, users can:
Skype has said that its VoiP service will now be available on three Sony Ericsson smartphones built on the Symbian operating system.
Users of Sony Ericsson’s Satio, Vivaz and Vivaz pro handsets can now use Skype on the move, either over a Wi-Fi or mobile data connection. The software can be downloaded from the Skype website and will be available from Sony Ericsson’s PlayNow arena in the coming weeks.
Unless you have had your head in the sand you will know that the iPhone 4 is being released on the 24th. With all the UKs main networks, and also some smaller ones, selling the new phone the big question will be which one to buy from.
I have just stumbled upon a price comparison of the networks that have already released their prices and as you will see below it’s a pretty close call on who will offer the best value. We have still yet to see what T-Mobile, 3, Tesco and Virgin Mobile will charge but I cant imagine it being much different to the already announced prices, although I am sure that 3 will try and undercut.
So will the price determine who you go with or will you just stick with your current carrier? We would love to hear your thoughts over on the forum.
As soon as we get further prices we will be sure to let you know.
You’ve probably seen the Vodafone network map or may have visited the network hub here to check out the Vodafone coverage in your area or learn more about the network.
Because Vodafone want to ensure you’re getting the best coverage, they have now created a real-time coverage map at http://vodafoneuksignal.com so you can tell them what’s happening with your mobile signal, where you are, now.
There are two ways you can tell them:
The BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9105 is one of a few new BlackBerry smart phones we should see this year. The 9105 is pretty unique though. As far as I am aware this is the first BlackBerry with a traditional style keypad. Yes, three letters on each key.
It is however a spin off of the 9100 which also has just been released overseas but this one has two letters per key like we have seen before on BlackBerry Pearls.
It is only the 9105 we will see here in the UK and this is clearly to offer people using a feature phone the opportunity to upgrade to a BlackBerry without them having to use a full Qwerty keyboard which does put some people off.
Is the BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9105 a worthy contender up against all the other dozens of devices out there with a standard keyboard?
Read on to find out.
Good news for all you Android fans over in the USA. Looks like you will be getting the HTC Desire in only a couple of months.
The device has been a huge hit over here in the UK and although many of you may have had Desire ROMs on your Nexus Ones now you can can get the real thing.
I wonder if there will be a CDMA version? I cant imagine Verizon not wanting a piece of the pie.
If you have not read the HTC Desire review you can do so here.
Posted by: James
The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is a great entertainment smartphone that extends the appeal of the Xperia collection to new market segments. The user interface is similar to that of the Xperia X10 mini, with the four-corners that give easy one hand use and can be customised for one touch access to your favourite applications. The Xperia X8 also includes Timescape for easy access to all your social networking and the infinite button for one click access to a world of content. The open Android operating system delivers great smartphone functionality and access to thousands of applications on Android Market. Timo Maassmann, Product Marketing Manager for XperiaTM X8, said, “We are delighted to be able to bring the full experience of our XperiaTM smartphones to new consumers by delivering a fully featured device at a more accessible price point.”
The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 is perfect for enjoying multimedia entertainment. Whether it’s a game from the Android Market, the latest funny clips on YouTube or browsing the web, the 3-inch screen means you won’t miss a thing. Discover and download songs from PlayNow, then listen to all your music using the 3.5mm headphone jack. If you are feeling more creative, there’s a 3.2 MP camera and video recording functionality.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 – Key features
Today Acer have announced another two Android powered handsets.
Trendy, youthful, and attractive, the Acer beTouch line now has two new models that feature the freedom and excitement guaranteed by the Android operating system.
Acer beTouch E120 and beTouch E130 are intended for those who want to get their hands on the best technologies, but without having to compromise their individuality. Whether you are a traditionalist or always on the cutting edge, the beTouch line can satisfy your smartphone cravings!
At an event in Singapore today Nokia have unveiled a rather small and square sliding QWERTY device – the X5-01, which will be available in a range of colours.
The X5-01 runs Symbian S60 3rd edition and packs a 2.36-inch display of QVGA resolution. It’s got quad-band GSM connectivity and tri-band HSDPA support for world-wide roaming. Connectivity is further complemented by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1 and the microUSB and 3.5mm audio jack.
The X5-01 is rumored to have fantastic music quality and super loud speakers, great for the youngsters. All the usual social media sites are integrated into the device as well as instant messaging. The X5-01 also has some crazy gestures. For example a shake of the phone will show all unread messages. Not sure how useful that one will be!
You may have heard that there is a football tournament that has just started in South Africa. It’s the one you football fans have been waiting for – the World Cup.
If you happen to be a BlackBerry user, and I know there are millions of you that are, you really should check out South Africa on BlackBerry.
I am not a football fan but after downloading the app from BlackBerry App World (for free) I am pretty amazed at how cool a football app can be.
The purpose of the app is to give you up to date access to the latest World Cup news and in typical BlackBerry fashion this application will notify you of certain events, goals etc.
Diving straight into the app you are immediately shown the matches that will be happening today. As you can see you have various tabs at the top of the app.
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