For people with mobile phones that run on the Windows platform, here is the latest software brought to you by Spb Software. Spb Software has released Spb Mobile Shell 3.0, the next-generation user interface for Windows phones.

According to Handango Yardstick, Spb Mobile Shell was the world’s number one bestselling application of 2008 among all mobile platforms.

Spb Mobile Shell 3.0 accounts for two different smartphone use scenarios: at work and at play. The application offers distinctive ‘professional’ and ‘lifestyle’ desktops, integration of picture contacts with Facebook, account-sensitive email indicators, handsome time and weather screens, widgets, responsive kinetic scrolling, signature 3D animation engine, and other appealing assets that change the way a Windows phone is used altogether.

Previous versions of Spb Mobile Shell were shipped by a number of innovative phone makers, such as Acer, O2, Pharos, Sony Ericsson, and Toshiba, have won numerous awards, and have been the choice of millions of customers. “It was challenging to design 3.0, as customer expectations are quite high,” comments Yaroslav Goncharov the Spb Mobile Shell Product Manager and CTO at Spb Software.

Spb Mobile Shell 3.0 is compatible with Windows phones running Windows Mobile 5 and later Professional platforms, qVGA, VGA, Square QVGA, and WVGA screen resolutions are supported. A free, 15-day trial can be downloaded, or Spb Mobile Shell can be purchased for 29.95 USD from http://www.SpbSoftwareHouse.com.

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These days, online or mobile means of accessing sites or programs has become common. However, the real issue here is making sure you are authenticated and of course safeguarding your access.

FireID, a leading provider of world-class security applications for mobile authentication, today announced the U.S. launch of its revolutionary FireID universal personal authenticator that turns any mobile phone into a convenient and powerful self-contained, one-time-password (OTP) generator to enable highly secure VPN access and online transactions.

FireID instantly provides users with the most secure strong personal authentication wherever and whenever it is required - even when no cell service is available - by generating random OTPs on demand. For end-users, FireID essentially eliminates the need to remember passwords or carry hardware tokens, and it provides superior security by eliminating risky SMS transmission of OTPs.

For businesses, FireID ensures highly-secure access to VPNs and user accounts without the overhead and logistical issues associated with hardware management.

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Have you ever wondered what would happen once the human race would suddenly grow extinct? Well the thought has crossed our minds for sure and while we may not see what the world would be without human beings, there is a new iPhone application that can perhaps show us how the world would look if and when that time comes.

HISTORY today launched its first iPhone and iPod Touch application, the Life After People Photo Ager, which helps to answer that question. The free application is available for download at Apple’s iTunes store and allows users to “age” images by adding cracks, holes, mold, dirt, vines, plants and even stray animals and rusty bicycles to photos that can be saved for later and shared with friends.

The Life After People Photo Ager is simple to use. Photos can be imported from the user’s own photo library, or users can take their own new photos to “age.” Also part of the application is a “Location Explorer” that lets users page through a unique photo gallery of famous locations – all accompanied by historical descriptions – and then slide a finger along a scroll bar to visually progress its aging process in order to see what it would look like after people. Customizable postcards allow users to share an aged photo, along with a personalized message, with friends.

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The word on the street is that Apple has specific instructions for its retailers to put all those old iPhone/iPod touch A/V cords on clearance as there’s a new set coming. In fact the new cord will support HD output for Apple TV functions. It will use six RCA connectors which will deal very well with both SD or HD content. Now we need more details about what the new iPhone and iPod touch will be able to do when it comes to HD content. The current model can handle HD videos just fine so what’s the next thing do if it needs new a totally new cord?

via PhoneNews

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TODAYShow.com and Zumobi have announced the availability of the TODAY application for the iPod and iPhone which is offering millions of consumers access to the program’s leading news, entertainment and lifestyle content, right from their mobile device.

This application is a first-of-its-kind for the morning news program category and represents a compelling new way for TODAY viewers to enjoy content from America’s number-one morning program for 13 years running. The free application, available now in the iTunes App store, delivers videos, top stories and photos from popular TODAY topics, including interviews with newsmakers and features on health, food and wine, entertainment, relationships and fashion.

TODAY is presented in a vibrant design with an innovative zooming user interface that is engaging and simple to navigate. The iPhone and iPod touch application brings TODAY’s digital content to the next level by putting it in the pockets and purses of the show’s viewers. The TODAY mobile app is free, and iPhone and iPod touch users can download it from the iTunes App Store

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Hulu and Sling Media are interested in providing streaming TV services to the iPhone in the USA and Orange and Vodafone are thinking similar thoughts in Europe. And particularly in France and Portugal. Orange France and Vodafone Portugal will both offer TV on the Go services to theri consumers.

“TV from Orange” is available for either a monthly plan or a pay-as-you-go deal. No less than 60 different TV channels will be available to iPhone owners. In Portugal “Vodafone Mobile TV” is a free application in the App Store and it will come with features like Fast Channel Switching which should offer you a TV-like experience.

The two carriers will probably launch similar services in other markets soon so get ready for them. How much would you be willing to pay for the service?

via IntoMobile

Tags: Apple, Hulu, iPhone, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Orange, Other Brands, Sling Media, Vodafone, Vodafone

Dell has the Nokia N63 for sale a discounted price. And these are unlocked devices too so you won’t have to tie yourself down to any carrier. The N63 from Dell will cost just $198.39 with free shipping. The phone looks like the E71 but it’s not as cool. It offers only EDGE connectivity, no GPS and only a 2 megapixel camera instead of the 3.2 megapixel camera of the E71. And the E71x is coming from AT&T in about a month for just $99. What Nokia will you choose? Or will you be waiting for the N97?

via Dell

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That’s right future webOS lovers, Pre’s Classic Palm OS emulator will be able to run all those precious Palm applications that you’ve grown to love. And you might be surprised of its capabilities. The video here shows the emulator running a 3D game, the GTS World Racer. That means the Pre has enough power to run 3D games and applications. And if the emulator works as good, we can only conclude that 3D games for webOS will run even smoother.

via motionapps

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Don’t look now but all football gaming addicts who love to play manager in simulation type games can now do so through their iPhone. A touch-screen version of the original Championship Manager is heading to the iPhone.

A mobile port of the classic football management sim is currently undergoing quality control tests at Apple, with an App Store release expected in the coming weeks.

The game originally appeared on the PC in 1992 and has since spawned one of the bestselling football management franchises. The series is currently in the hands of Eidos, with its latest incarnation Championship Manager 09 expected to be released during the company’s next fiscal year.

An official release date for the iPhone port is yet to be announced, but rumours have suggested its arrival on the App Store is imminent.

(Source) Digital Spy

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iPhone firmware 3.0 is nowhere near us yet but the beta version has revealed some new features of the new OS. Here’s what we’re talking about:

Audio
• Variable speed track scrubbing
• Variable speed podcast playback (.5x and 2x)
• Single-button 30 second podcast rewinding

General
• Close all Safari windows at once
• Battery Indicators feature percentages (numbers, not just bars)
• Expanded data detection (phone is more apt to hotlink emails and numbers)

We’re probably going to see even more features meant to improve our overall iPhone experience once we get that iPhone 3.0.

via World of Apple

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With the new iPhone coming shortly, it’s no wonder that everyone is trying to get an application accepted in the App Store. Hulu is one of them. Its new application will be ready in a few months and it will be streaming content to your iPhone via 3G or WiFi, whichever is available. Will AT&T allow the app or will it try to veto it just like it wants to do with the SlingPlayer application? Users should be really excited to watch TV with any of these two applications while they’re on the go. The only thing to do now is to wait to see if Apple is going to approve Hulu or the SlingPlayer.

via AlleyInsider

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Will Microsoft launch Windows Mobile 6.5 earlier then expected? How will that be possible with no device capable of running it? According to recent rumors the new Windows Mobile version will arrive on the first day of Tech Ed, May 11 despite the fact that the first phones ready to use are scheduled for a summer release. Therefore we should see the final Windows Mobile 6.5 demoed at Tech Ed, and who knows, maybe Microsoft will have it installed on those HTC Touch Pro2 and Touch Diamond2 too. Only a little over three weeks to go, but we will bring you all the hot details once we have them.

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The women who have iPhones or the iPod Touch are going to love this new app from Healthnews.org. The new free app is the Beauty and Health Deals which provide the latest in beauty and health bargains and resources in your local community while on the go.

Mobile, one touch access to local health and beauty resources that are offering discounts is also enhanced by a search button that will locate health care and fitness experts based on your current or customized location, according to officials with HealthNews.org. Profiles and bios of local health and fitness experts are also featured as well as directions and direct contact information.

“For those on the go, this app can provide the most up to the minute deals in the beauty and health industry, from the nearest yoga studio, day spas or personal trainer to tattoo removal, pilates, beauty and fitness pros,” said Ali Jahangiri, chief executive officer of www.healthnews.org, which counts thousands of local and regional health and beauty experts on its search applications.

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Motorola unveils a new handset in the Motorola Evoke QA4, a full-feature, touch-screen handset that allows users to stay connected via voice, text, video and popular online social networking services.

Motorola Evoke QA4 is designed for users to easily and seamlessly interact with friends and family through their wireless device. Featuring a 2.8” full touch-screen, Motorola Evoke offers both a touch-screen QWERTY keyboard and a traditional slide-out keypad, allowing for easy communication, no matter what method the user prefers.

Motorola Evoke’s home screen can be customized with integrated widgets that provide access to real-time information such as sports, news, weather, stocks and traffic. For those who never want to be out of touch with their favorite social networks, Motorola Evoke provides fast access to leading sites, including built-in MySpace integration.

Users can easily post instant updates and view profiles in one simple step with Motorola Evoke. From the touch-screen display users can also instantly launch a full HTML browser and use quick-start widgets for fast access to popular sites.

Motorola Evoke features a 2.0MP camera with video capture, expandable memory slot, stereo Bluetooth, GPS capabilities and an ultra intuitive user interface. The handset comes pre-loaded with popular Alltel applications such as TV on Demand, Radio on Demand and Alltel Navigation.

Alltel Wireless is offering Motorola Evoke QA4 for $79.99 after $100 mail-in rebate at Alltel retail stores and online at shopalltel.com. This discounted price is available to new and existing eligible customers who sign-up for a two-year service agreement on a qualifying Smart-Choice Pack. Smart-Choice Packs start as low as $69.99 per month and include unlimited data, e-mail and Web access.

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Guess what application is available for the iPhone? Well if you love watching online game shows then Jeopardy should be something familiar to you. Yep the popular favorite quiz game show can now be played on your iPhone thanks to Sony Pictures Television.

Put your knowledge to the test in this exciting new game created for the iPhone and iPod touch! Pick a category and dollar amount and answer clues written by Jeopardy writers. Buzz in quickly and answer correctly to watch your earnings rise, then hum along with the classic Final Jeopardy theme music while you respond to the final clue.

Features:

• Use the touchscreen to write your name on the podium, just like a real contestant on Jeopardy
• Play in Landscape mode so that you see the contestants and the categories on the same screen
• Includes real sounds from the game, including the class Final Jeopardy Music
• Listen to the famous voiceover “This…is…Jeopardy!” from the famous Johnny Gilber when the game starts
• Create your own custom contestant
• Packed with over 1500 clues, enjoy hours of entertainment

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Have you gotten your first SSD already or is it still to expensive to get one? It might be a good idea to wait since SSDs will get only better and hopefully cheaper in the near future. Samsung has a new SSD, one that’s able to do some self-encrypting as information gets saved on it. It’s supposed to be the first SSD capable of doing that. It will be come with Wave’s EMBASSY management software and it will come in three versions, 64GB, 128GB and 256GB at first. Will Dell bring the first self-encrypting SSDs or will anyone else hurry to get them too?

via Press

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Nokia and Orange have extended their business partnership and will be unveiling a new email service to the market. A co-branded solution in the Nokia Messaging by Orange, which will be available on a range of Orange Signature devices, aiming to bring mobile email to everyone with a phone, as well as working professionals.

First announced in February 2008, this three-year agreement was formed by Nokia and Orange to meet growing demand for multimedia on the mobile. It combines and integrates the best available services from both companies in the areas of music, games and maps across a range of Nokia devices. The successful alliance will expand the portfolio to eight countries and will include up to 30 Nokia devices in the Orange Signature range in 2009.

Launching first in the UK from this summer, followed by France and Spain, Orange customers will be able to take advantage of built-in push email on the forthcoming Nokia E75 and a range of Nokia devices.

Orange customers will be able to aggregate and manage multiple email accounts while on the move via the Orange homescreen. This service is easy to set up and enables people to directly access up to 10 personal email accounts, letting them read, send, forward and reply to emails, view subfolders, download and read attachments and attach files to emails directly on the Nokia device.

Orange and Nokia have agreed to launch Nokia Messaging in several major markets during 2009 with bundling, pricing and attractive tariffs announced locally across the Orange footprint.

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MEDL Mobile initially released the App Incubator as a web based application but apparently, there is now a version that can be used for the iPhone. Using this new app, anyone with a concept for a mobile application can submit the idea directly to MEDL Mobile — anytime, anywhere.

As previously announced, the company has committed $2.5 million to the development of said applications across multiple mobile devices, such as the iPhone, Blackberry and Android.

Each submission to the App Incubator is rated according to five criteria — Originality, Functionality, Simplicity, Revenue Potential and Fun. Apps that pass MEDL’s scoring criteria go into development. All development and marketing costs are funded by MEDL Mobile and 25% of any profits go back to the originator of the idea. With some applications earning thousands and even tens of thousands of dollars a day, the App Incubator will allow people with great ideas for mobile applications to profit from their creativity.

MEDL Mobile also develops custom applications for third parties, advertising agencies and consumer brands.

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It looks like Apple is not the only one that can serve HD quality movies online from now on. A startup company, M3X Media has announced the availability of a free Web-based application that transforms the popular Apple iPhone mobile phone into a multimedia entertainment platform, unchained from Apple’s iTunes online music store.

This breakthrough coincides with the launch of the limited public beta test of GruvMe, the first mobile service that brings together the most popular forms of digital entertainment onto one platform, regardless of device type or service provider. iPhone users can get this capability from the iPhone-optimized site www.gruvme.com.

The new GruvMe service puts in consumers’ hands a music, video and gaming experience as well as a social networking service. It offers an ever-expanding library with millions of songs, thousands of videos and hundreds of games. In addition, full-length motion pictures as well as top cable TV programming will be available through the GruvMe service for viewing on an iPhone once the limited public beta is completed.

Consumers can opt for an all-you-can-eat monthly subscription of $9.95 for the core service of music, videos and games. Content can also be purchased. For example, all music titles are 99 cents each; videos and games will also be available for purchase. The pricing for the movies and TV content will be finalized soon.

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Next Monday, on April 20, history is about to be written as Panasonic and NEC will unveil nine new devices which will run on Linux. And that’s not just any kind of Linux there but we’re talking about the LiMo operating system. We were actually wondering when the first LiMo products will appear and it looks like this is it folks. After Panasonic and NEC we will also expect other makers part of the LiMo Foundation to build and launch their own devices. 2009 will be a great year in the mobile business. And it’s going to be really tough choosing the right phone with so much fierce competition between the big names in the industry. We’ll be bringing you a lot more information this Monday so stick around!

via Reuters

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