Back in April, Skyfire was looking for Alpha users of its mobile browser. Now after that phase has been done with, Skyfire for the Blackberry announces its beta phase, oozing with enhancements from the previous alpha version.

Among the expected enhancements for the Skyfire Beta version include new keyboard shortcuts and the “Switch to Skyfire” option which is similar to the multi-tabbed browsing we see from Firefox and Internet Explorer.

Other features for the beta version include:

• Text Entry in Thumbnail view
• Contextual zoom with Camera Corners

While the Skyfire browser seems to show a lot of improvements from the alpha release, users are warned that it is still not perfect. Errors and slow performance are still being debugged so don’t set your expectations too high.

(Source) Softpedia

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Mobile searching just got better with the release of the beta version of the Searchme mobile app. The new app is compatible with Windows Mobile platforms, specifically for the devices that make use of touch-screen interface.

What makes this Searchme mobile app appealing is that it is not limited to the usual worded links. In fact, you may be surprised that you can get actual images, videos, music and products, similar to the options you have when you do search queries from a standard PC or laptop.

“Since launching our mobile app a few months ago, we had an overwhelming response from people who love the idea of a richer, more visual search experience on their phones. We’re very excited that we’re now able to introduce millions of Windows Mobile users to this superior mobile search experience that delivers quick page loads and immediate access to relevant information,” said Randy Adams, Searchme Founder and CEO.

The app is now available for download at the tools section of Searchme.com. It is likewise available at the iTunes App Store, Nokia Ovi Store and the Android Market.

(Source) Press

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Why type when you can talk? That is apparently the new technology that IM+ now carries which can surely make mobile communications a whole lot easier. SHAPE has joined forces with Yap Inc., pioneer of the first fully automated voice-to-text platform, to add the first of its kind, thumbs-free message dictation feature to IM+ for BlackBerry smartphones.

IM+ with speech recognition will allow users to dictate their instant messages and send them as text to their contacts in Facebook, AIM/iChat, MSN/Windows Live Messenger, Yahoo!, ICQ, Jabber, Google Talk and MySpaceIM. Recent studies indicate that over 70% of consumers prefer using voice to interact with their mobile devices rather than typing. Speech-enablement increases message creation speed and greatly improves the usability of instant messaging on mobile devices.

The beta version of IM+ with voice recognition will be showcased at this week’s Wireless Enterprise Symposium (WES) in Orlando, Florida, and the full release is expected at the end of May 2009.

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One thing about getting an iPhone these days, you are locked to certain service providers upon purchase. But that was yesterday’s news. With this new application released by iPhoneUnlocking.com, any iPhone owner can unlock their iPhone for use in any network. The latest application is compatible with the latest firmware version 2.2.1 and also the pre release beta version 3.0 due this summer.

The popularity of the unlock iphone 3G option from iPhoneunlocking.com, is down to a simple premise, in that the unlock procedure offered in no way affects the functioning of the iphone, which means that the iphone can be used with full feature functionality including 3G Data network and GPS and also ensures no signal loss, as occurs with other unlock solutions.

Also this unlock iphone method is a safe and reliable way to fully unlock iphone 2.2.1 which is the latest incarnation with the updated baseband 2.30.03 and all other versions of the iphone for use with any SIMcard and any carrier.

For iphone owners, the cost of the iphone deters some from unlocking services due to the problems that can be associated with some of the unlocking solutions and the loss of functionality and features. The solution provided by iPhoneUnlocking.com, is completely safe and 100% reliable, and does not affect the iphone’s functionality, because quite simply it does not involve accessing the internal software or hardware of the unit.

(Source) PR Web

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For people who love to watch streaming movies via their iPhone, you can now get your hands on the full version of the previously beta version of the SlingPlayer Media for Blackberry. Sling Media has announced that its SlingPlayer Mobile for Blackberry. Now available for $29.99 or part of a a 30-day free trial.

Previously only available as part of public BETA testing, the application can now ready for everyone. After downloading the application, users can add and edit Slingboxes then change channels directly through the mobile application. SlingPlayer Mobile allows users to watch video content streamed live from their home Slingbox digital video device.

Depending on your options or wants at the time, the application can be adjusted to optimize low-bandwidth streaming settings and adjust aspect ratio specific to their devices. Country selection on entry to the website (mobile.slingmedia.com) is requested where from that point, you can select the product you are after and download away.

(Source) Phone Mag

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Blackberry owners can now enjoy better syncing for their mobile devices as a beta version has been released for syncing, sharing, accessing and storing data between a BlackBerry, the Internet, and other computing devices. The new application is available for download today at www.sugarsync.com/BlackBerry.

With this latest release, SugarSync now offers the broadest mobile device coverage for file synchronization — supporting BlackBerry, Apple iPhone, and Windows Mobile platforms. Sharpcast is the only company in this application category to offer support for BlackBerry devices. Combined with the existing laptop, PC and netbook support, SugarSync continues to evolve as a flexible, complete solution for always-connected consumers and busy professionals trying to organize, manage and access all their data across many digital devices.

SugarSync for BlackBerry is the ultimate mobile application for people on the go. Using the BlackBerry, all files and folders can be remotely accessed from home or office PCs / Macs and shared with friends and colleagues. In addition, many file types can be edited in real-time from the BlackBerry* and synced back to the Internet and other devices. Snap photos from the BlackBerry phone and sync and share them instantly.

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