http://www.mobilewhack.com All The Latest Cell Phone and Mobile Electronics News Sun, 05 Jul 2009 06:13:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 [1]I don’t know about you but I usually make sure I go to the bathroom before going to the cinema. That way I am not going to miss even the most boring parts of a movie [2]. But just in case you’re used to taking bathroom breaks during movies there’s an application telling you when to do that. With RunPee for iPhone [3] you will know exactly when to make a run for it and pee. The application is great for getting you to the bathroom while making sure you won’t miss a thing. And the application will tell you what happens during that particular break so you’re actually not missing any action. RunPee is available now from the App Store [4] for just $1 but I’d still go to the bathroom before a movie if I were you! via Mashable [5] [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/runpee.png [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/movie-cowboy-ipod-media-streamer/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/mili-pro-iphone-projector/ [4] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wwdc-2009-apples-app-store-wall-pulsates-when-an-app-is-purchased/ [5] http://mashable.com/2009/07/01/runpee-iphone/ http://www.mobilewhack.com/runpee-tells-you-when-to-take-a-bathroom-break-during-a-movie/ [1] I don’t know if it’s the economy or the fact that Apple has some really cool products available but it looks like people are even considering robbing [2] Apple Stores. The Apple Store [3] Clarendon in Arlington, Virginia, was robbed and the perpetrator shot and wounded one of the employees. Nobody died but I am sure some people got scared. The victim was shot in the shoulder and it will survive as the injuries occurred are not life-threatening. The robber hasn’t been caught yet and we can only assume he will try to rob various establishments in the future. Especially since we don’t have any idea of what was stolen. Did he get the money [4] he was looking for? Was he looking for iPhones or Macs? via Washington Post [5] Photo: Tracy A Woodward/twp - Tracy Woodward/The Washington Post [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/apple-store-virginia.jpg [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/london-police-to-receive-crime-reports-via-sms/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/first-apple-store-opened-in-china/ [4] http://www.mobilewhack.com/apple-brags-about-iphone-3g-and-mac-sales-in-financial-q4/ [5] http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/07/03/AR2009070301277.html http://www.mobilewhack.com/apple-store-employee-gets-shot-in-apple-store-robbery/ [1] You must have heard about Michael Arrington’s CrunchPad [2] web tablet concept by now. Well then you should also know that the device is said to arrive really soon. According to various sources the CrunchPad is expected to be available “as soon as possible” and an official release should occur sometime in July or August. The CrunchPad will cost around $300 but will you pay that much for just a web-oriented device? That’s right, the CrunchPad will only get you Internet access! There’s no internal hard drive and there’s no Windows support. It’s not a netbook table [3]t but an Internet tablet that boots straight to its WebKit browser. The device will offer you a 12-inch touchscreen [4], Flash support, an Atom processor and support for a physical keyboard. The CrunchPad might just be the gadget we’ve been waiting for. Unfortunately it will be quite useless when there’s no Internet support, wouldn’t you say? via Bits [5] [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/crunchpadmain_01.jpg [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/the-crunchpad-gets-leaked/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/nokia-n810-internet-tablet-wimax-edition-gets-fcc-approved/ [4] http://www.mobilewhack.com/lg-kp500-yet-another-touchscreen-cellphone/ [5] http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/07/03/apple-acer-arrington/ http://www.mobilewhack.com/crunchpad-tablet-to-arrive-soon/ [1]We can definitely see Sony Ericsson [2] pairing its interesting Xperia design with an Android OS. In fact that’s a more than good idea. An Android [3] Xperia could be the killer phone we’re expecting from Sony Ericsson. But the Kiki concept isn’t bad either. For one thing, this phone is really green so should we expect it to be really eco-friendly [4] too? It’s so green it doesn’t even have any keypad. So how would one be able to interact with it? Simply press your finger against that glass right? That seems pretty logical but we have no official news from Sony Ericsson regarding this phone. And what about the screen of the Kiki? Is it projected on the glass surface? It would certainly seem so: The display seems to be made of glass, and the screen image appears to be projected onto this glass surface. It makes it possible to create a sort of depth in the screen image, and it looks rather exciting. We're very much looking forward to seeing more of this. Again, there’s no official Sony Ericsson position on the Kiki just yet but our interest has certainly been piqued. via mobil [5] [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/kiki_s.jpg [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/sony-ericsson-xperia-x2-revealed/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/geeksphone-launch-the-one-android-phone/ [4] http://www.mobilewhack.com/dell-to-launch-environment-friendly-pc/ [5] http://www.mobil.nu/ArticlePages/200907/04/20090704150432_MDK268/20090704150432_MDK268.dbp.asp http://www.mobilewhack.com/sony-ericsson-kiki-phone-where%e2%80%99s-the-keypad/ [1] While you’re still deciding if you want a new Archos [2] 9 tablet, UK customers can already know what to expect from Archos. The manufacturer announced the pricing system for the UK [3]. The Archos 9 will come in two versions: 80GB and 160GB. These will cost around $735 and $816, respectively, and according to the latest available rumors the tablet is coming sometime in September. That’s earlier than expected since Windows 7 [4] is going to be officially out on October 22. And the Archos 9 is going to have Windows 7 under the hood. You do the math! And while you’re at it, figure out a way to get the money for the Archos 9 in these weird financial times. via stuff.tv [5] [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/archos9.jpg [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/mid-anyone-archos-5-or-archos-7 [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/uk-iphone-and-bt-broadband-customers-to-benefit-from-atms-providing-free-wifi-hotspots/ [4] http://www.mobilewhack.com/windows-7-to-ship-on-usb-flash-drives-for-netbook-installation/ [5] http://stuff.tv/News/Archos-9-PC-tablet-priced-for-UK/12698/ http://www.mobilewhack.com/archos-9-has-a-price-in-the-uk/ [1] When will Meizu [2] stop copying others and start innovating? Meizu must love the iPhone since it tried to create its own version, the M8. We talked a lot about this iPhone-like phone and I have the feeling we’re going to see more phones coming from Meizu in the future. In the mean time we’ve discovered that Meizu also loves the Pre. According to some leaked photos of the new Meizu M8 UI, the new firmware is based on Palm’s new webOS [3]. And this new firmware is coming out sometime in July or August. That means that all those five current M8 owners will end up with an iPhone-like phone soon that speaks webOS instead of iPhone OS. What do you think, is Meizu on to something? Is it possible to combine Apple and Palm in order to get a better smartphone? Will Optimus Prime [4] like this transformation? via MeizuMe [5] [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/newm81.jpg [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/meizu-m8-3g-to-arrive-in-march-2010/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/palm-to-licence-webos/ [4] http://www.mobilewhack.com/glu-mobile-launches-transformers-cybertoy/ [5] http://www.meizume.com/meizu-m8-news/9074-new-meizu-m8-ui-screenshots.html http://www.mobilewhack.com/meizu-m8-ui-to-clone-the-pre-ui-too/ [1] As you are already aware [2], there’s a jailbreak [3] solution for the iPhone 3GS and it hasn’t been developed by the iPhone Dev Team. And while the Dev Team is still working on its own version, the purplera1n has been updated. The jailbreak solution has now support for that upcoming Windows 7 and it will work well on 64-bit systems too. Other improvements include various kernel patches, correction of terminal errors, an enhanced payload execution and more. Winterboard support is expected in a future version. OS X [4] compatibility is also coming in a future update so hang on to your hats if you’re not using a Windows-based computer at home. And just in case you upgraded your iPhone to OS 3.1 then you should also put your jailbreaking thoughts at ease for now. [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/purplera1n.png [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/iphone-3gs-jailbreak-made-official-but-not-by-iphone-dev-team/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/iphone-3gs-jailbreakunlock-coming-soon/ [4] http://www.mobilewhack.com/dell-inspiron-mini-9-meets-mac-os-x/ http://www.mobilewhack.com/purplera1n-has-now-windows-7-and-64-bit-support/ [1]People who want to be up to date with the latest sports scores can look to this new version of SportsTap for reliable scores when needed. And the best thing about it is that you don’t need to log on or refresh because it takes the initiative by asking you initially. Instead of just offering the basic choice of whether to let notifications use sounds / alerts / badges, or serving me up alerts on everything the app deems a major headline, it lets the user choose which sports, and even which teams they want to get alerts on, making it easy to follow a team. A great app for people who bet on scores and the die-hard fans who want to know who is winning, the SportsTap version 3.0 is the app for you. The app is now available at the App Store for free. (Source [2]) iPhone Talk [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/sportstap.jpg [2] http://www.iphonestalk.com/sportstap-adds-push-notifications-to-new-version-5485/ http://www.mobilewhack.com/new-sportstap-app-version-for-iphones-announced/ [1]Samsung Electronics adds another potential mobile solution for you with the Samsung SPH-W8550 Mobile. The Samsung SPH-W8550 is Samsung’s latest haptic phone for the Korean market. The said phone will be available in various colors like Rose Black, Snow White and Valentine Pink. Among the features that this new Samsung phone will carry include: 3.5” WVGA Amoled screen 5Mpix AF camera DMB GPS 3.5” Jack-in Samsung’s latest 3D UI Support DviX video [2] [3] (Source [4]) Samsung [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/sph_w8550_medium.jpg [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/sph_w8550_spec.jpg [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/sph_w8550_01.jpg [4] http://www.samsung.com/sec/consumer/detail/detail.do?group=mobilephone&type=mobilephone&subtype=lgt&model_cd=SPH-W8550WDLG http://www.mobilewhack.com/samsung-sph-w8550-mobile/ At this point we're not sure how much merit you should put into this rumor, but take it as you will. A Danish mobile phone site, Mobil [1], has recently gotten their hands on what they are calling internal documents showcasing an Android powered Sony Ericcson [2] XPERIA reportedly codenamed Rachael. According to the documents, this phone will feature a full 1GHZ Qualcomm Snapdragon [3] processor, 8MP camera, HSPA and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Other than that, no details were spoken of. However, if this handset is truly set to hit the market sometime we can expect a statement from Sony in the coming weeks/months. [1] http://www.mobil.nu/ArticlePages/200907/04/20090704151734_MDK719/20090704151734_MDK719.dbp.asp [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/cell_phones/sony_ericsson/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/snapdragon-tabletnetbook-concept-released-by-qualcomm/?referer=sphere_search http://www.mobilewhack.com/sony-ericsson-android-powered-xperia-revealed/ [1]AppCraver.com [2] originally focused on providing reviews on iPhone and iPod Touch applications but now they are going beyond that niche by likewise doing product reviews, obviously for accessories related to the iPhone or the iPod Touch. AppCraver.com has been a trusted application review site for over a year now. They have published more than 1800 articles which focus on in-depth analysis and hands-on experiences to help users discover the best iPhone apps for their devices. The AppCraver staff is excited to bring their insight to iPhone accessories as well. "iPhone accessories are a significant expenditure for many smartphone owners. We can help them sort through their options and choose the best accessories for the best phone," Editor in Chief Barbara Holbrook explains. "Plus, it's a great excuse for us to play with the greatest new iPhone and iPod touch accessories." (Source [3]) Press [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/gi_0_appcraverstore.jpg [2] http://AppCraver.com [3] http://www.prweb.com/releases/iphone/accessories/prweb2596074.htm http://www.mobilewhack.com/appcravercom-opens-new-iphone-accessories-store/ For most laptop owners, many of you will notice that the bottom of your notebooks would normally be warm or at times offer a burning sensation. Among the remedies are laptop coolers to help avoid injuries such as burns on your legs. Now, a company that specializes in such coolers have officially launched their website of cooling stands which should offer you various choices to address laptop heating issues. Specializing in a multifaceted laptop cooling desk, LaptopsCooler.com [1] is an independently run web store operated by Miles and Krista Cornell. They carry a line of potable laptop cooling stands that can be used anywhere, from park benches to airport seats. "These are crucial for people who are always on the go," said Miles. "How often have you used a laptop and found yourself taking it off your lap moments later because it's too hot?" asked Krista. "I know several people to whom it's happened to." (Source [2]) Press [1] http://www.laptopscooler.com/ [2] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2602584.htm http://www.mobilewhack.com/laptop-cooling-stand-launches-website/ [1]For the people who want a free way to get their hands on the latest iPhone 3G S, MobiMobul [2] gives you that chance via their monthly give-aways. How do you get one? Well all you have to do is register as a MobiMogul subscriber via their site and be entered to win. This promotion is in preparation for the launch of the MogulSMS which is scheduled to come out on August 10. MogulSMS is a SMS text messaging service that provides an opportunity for mobile phone users to send text messages with advertisements attached and receive compensation! MogulSMS ads effectively connect consumers with targeted discounts and value opportunities. As a MogulSMS subscriber you are linked into the MobiMogul Advertising Network of advertisers, eager to market their products on your phone, and pay you for it. (Source [3]) Press [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/mobimogul.jpg [2] http://www.mobimogul.com/ [3] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2606564.htm http://www.mobilewhack.com/mobimogul-giving-away-an-iphone-3g-s/ [1]There is no doubt that iPhones are some of the most technology advanced phones today, but did you know that new evidence is showing some interesting new features on the horizon for the Apple phone? According to some reports, patent applications for the company include things like RFID tag readers, fingerprint identification technology as well as haptic feedback. The haptic feedback will allow users to use their phones or MP3 players without actually using the screen, a good option for driving. The RFID reader will be added to those phones with touch screens. They will imbed these readers in the iPhone or iPod to get the phone into corporate and industrial areas. The fingerprint identification will help users to use each of their fingers to access different information on the device. [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/iphone.jpg http://www.mobilewhack.com/iphones-tactile-feedback-fingerprint-identification/ [1]The Duet D8 seems to be an iPhone lookalike, but it may not be worth a look at all, reports some reviewers. The phone does offer dual SIM card slots and it gives you average to above average call quality. Unfortunately, there are not many other good things about this particular device. The Duet D8 does not have a smooth working touch screen like the iPhone. It features a keyboard that is hard to use and manipulate. While it does allow you to talk on two lines, it does not offer the flawless movement and flexibility that the iPhone does. It may not be worth the investment, especially since the iPhone is now priced lower. [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/d8.jpg http://www.mobilewhack.com/duet-d8-not-worth-the-money/ Crestron Releases TPMC-4SM Isys i/O 4.3″ Wall Mount Touchpanel Media Center [1] Another publisher asking Sony to cut PS3 price [2] Hasselblad CFV-39 Digital Back [3] ‘Ong Bak 2′ Kick Boxing Trailer [4] Porsche Cayenne: The Sports Car Like SUV [5] Proper Diets Control Diabetes [6] Canadian Dealers Interested in Scooters [7] Get Your Blogging Business Started - Part Three [8] Costa Mesa Announces $25 Shopping and Dining Package [9] [1] http://www.cybertheater.com/crestron-releases-tpmc-4sm-isys-io-43-wall-mount-touchpanel-media-center/ [2] http://www.digitalbattle.com/2009/07/03/another-publisher-asking-sony-to-cut-ps3-price/ [3] http://www.image-acquire.com/hasselblad-cfv-39-digital-back/ [4] http://www.screenhead.com/reviews/ong-bak-2-kick-boxing-trailer/ [5] http://www.carbuyersnotebook.com/porsche-cayenne-the-sports-car-like-suv/ [6] http://www.realmuscleonline.com/proper-diets-control-diabetes/ [7] http://www.scooteringusa.com/2009/07/canadian-dealers-interested-in-scooters/ [8] http://slyvisions.com/files/get-your-blogging-business-started-part-three.php [9] http://deal-crazy.com/costa-mesa-announces-25-shopping-and-dining-package/ http://www.mobilewhack.com/the-daily-wrap-up-354/ [1]When it comes to getting the latest news and finding the right one that we are interested in, that would not be the consistent case. With so much to report about what is going on in the world today, you are bound to get some news clippings that you may not even be interested at all. However, the Smiling App [2] news aims to put some order to this area. The new app is a powerful and fully functional news reader and can act as a go-to source of standard news. It is available on the Apple App Store for $0.99. Features: Four different positivity levels (from neutral to high) Easy-to-use one-tap emoticon interface 16 popular news sources, sorted by category, including: Yahoo! News, Google News, AP, New York Times, CNN, MSNBC, Fox, CBS, ABC, USA Today, NPR, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, LA Times, Time Magazine, Newsweek An expansive and informative positive news category from the Smile News Mix View one OR multiple news sources at the same time Assign specific news sources to specific news categories The ability to enter feeds of your choice (via RSS) Landscape mode for easy reading - just tilt your device and double-tap on the article text Smile News Network is a software company founded by young veterans of the tech world who seek to apply technology for the social good. (Source [3]) Press [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/bigicon.jpg [2] http://smilenewsnetwork.com/ [3] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2597264.htm http://www.mobilewhack.com/smiling-news-app-scales-news-and-current-events-for-iphones/ [1]Vodafone [2] customers can now look forward to better service and availability with the new team up with Carphone Warehouse starting this July 7. Now they can get new pay monthly contracts and mobile broadband connections. Vodafone UK has also extended its partnership with Phones4U who will continue to sell pay as you go and contract packages to customers upgrading and joining Vodafone, for both mobile phone and mobile broadband connections. "Carphone Warehouse has developed a formidable retail presence on the high street and we're very pleased to offer our customers even more choice," says Ian Shepherd, Consumer Director, Vodafone UK. "We're also delighted with Phones4U's performance so we've extended our partnership into a multi year agreement." From this month, a combination of over 1650 Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse and Phones4U stores will provide customers with excellent face to face help and service where and when they need it on the high street. (Source [3]) Press [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/nokia_n97_get_it_free.gif [2] http://www.vodafone.com/ [3] http://news.prnewswire.com/DisplayReleaseContent.aspx?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/07-02-2009/0005054118&EDATE= http://www.mobilewhack.com/vodafone-uk-expands-distribution-network/ [1]Get the records straight. iPorn [2] and the controversial “The Hottest Girls [3]” app are two different applications. This was the explanation that iPorn developers wanted to make straight. Some people have misconceived the two, assuming that the app was one and the same. iPorn is still on the web despite the Apple announcement that they are banning adult content from the app store. "It was widely reported that Apple stated that the developers of 'The Hottest Girls' iPhone application added x-rated content directly from their server after the application had been approved and distributed through the iTunes App Store," stated a representative of iPorn. "In contrast, the makers of the iPorn web application never sought to deceive Apple. Instead iPorn was developed as a web application that can be obtained by users over the age of 18 through their iPhone web browser for free without having to purchase it through Apple's iTunes App store and bypasses Apple's ability to censor content from the iPhone." So in summary, iPorn is more of an entertainment sate with a saner intent over the pornographic nature that The Hottest Girls carried. iPorn provides its adult users with social networking capabilities similar to those found in YouTube, MySpace and Facebook. (Source [4]) Press [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/img_3486.jpg [2] http://www.mobilewhack.com/iporn-launched-first-adult-iphone-app/ [3] http://www.mobilewhack.com/iporn-downs-server-pulled-out-by-apple/ [4] http://news.prnewswire.com/DisplayReleaseContent.aspx?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/07-03-2009/0005054554&EDATE= http://www.mobilewhack.com/iporn-still-available-on-the-web/ [1]One thing about buying a mobile phone, they differ in features. The more the features a phone has, the more confusing it guests. Regardless, this will not stop people from buying a mobile phone despite the complicated technology that most of them come with. In fact, a recent survey by Best Buy Mobile found that this barely matters as a large number of Americans still plan on getting a smartphone in the next 12 months. Another factor is that of the decision to buy the right device for them. With so many phones available, driving factors such as price, features and of course handiness come into mind. It is sort of like saying that there are a lot of fish in the sea. "Customers will find the best deals on the internet at Low Cost Cells," said President Nate Schmidt. "We work with our carriers to offer the most reasonable prices and make the buying process easy to understand." So in the end, it looks like price may change all the confusion. With the hard times we are in, people will prefer the cheaper devices available in the market. But then again, there are other drivers such as perhaps features which logically justify the pricing structure of most smartphones in the market today. (Source [2]) Press [1] http://www.mobilewhack.com/wp-content/pics/2009/07/gi_0_rimbb8310tattl1.jpg [2] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2601364.htm http://www.mobilewhack.com/smartphone-buyers-to-grow-despite-complicated-technology/