If you ever had to set up a computer, one of the most time-consuming processes is to individually download each and every program you want. Fortunately, a new program known as Ninite allows users the ability to install up to 59 pieces of software easily. This is available at the Ninite site, and the user can pick whatever software programs that he or she wants.

Not bad, huh? Now, if only there was an application for installing multiple mobile apps on a mobile device.

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September 15 is the day when the Zune HD will be finally available but it also happen to be the day when Microsoft will have a Zune software update for everyone else. The new software, possibly the Zune 4.0, will bring you plenty of new features but you’ll have to wait two more weeks to get it. In the mean time it will be interesting to see how the new iPods coming on September 9 will affect Zune HD orders in the following months. What’s your next MP3 player going to be? A Zune or an iPod?

via Microsoft

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RIM has today announced that users can now browse the BlackBerry App World from virtually any internet connected computer. While this doesn’t really serve any purpose other than to give people a look at what’s featured in the BlackBerry App World, it’s a welcome addition.

However, RIM does throw in the ability to email an app’s download link to your BlackBerry where you can then download the software, but that’s about as deep as integration goes.

Check out the BlackBerry App World here.

Tags: App World, BlackBerry, Cell Phones, Desktop PCs, Laptops, Mobile News, Mobile Software, netbooks, online, Research In Motion, Research In Motion, RIM, software

Despite the fact we’re well into 2009 already, Microsoft has just decided to launch 2008 software for Macs out there. In case you were waiting for Microsoft Office 2008 Business Edition for your Mac then we have some pretty good news. Microsoft has announced it and it will start shipping sometime next year. That’s right, you’ll get this “2008” software solution sometime in 2010. Sounds weird? Well it’s all real! Pre-ordering for Office 2008 will start on August 18 and you’ll have to pay $399.95 for fresh copy of Business Edition. If you happen to be upgrading then the pre-order will cost you just $239.95.

via Microsoft

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Last weekend we were notified that Amazon had put Apple’s OS X version 10.6 (aka Snow Leopard) up for pre-order. Well, it looks like Snow Leopard’s release is even closer than before as Apple has just issued a software update for OS X which will bring the operating system up to version 10.5.8.

Below is the change log for 10.5.8:

• Upgrades Safari to version 4.0.2.
• Improves the accuracy of full history search in Safari 4.
• Resolves an issue in which certain resolutions might not appear in the Display pane in System Preferences.
• Dragging an Aperture image into Automator now invokes an Aperture action instead of incorrectly invoking an iPhoto action.
• Resolves an issue that could prevent importing of large photo and movie files from digital cameras.
• Improves overall Bluetooth reliability with external devices, USB webcams and printers.
• Addresses an issue that could cause extended startup times.
• Improves iCal reliability with MobileMe Sync and CalDav.
• Addresses data reliability issues with iDisk and MobileMe.
• Improves overall reliability with AFP.
• Improves overall reliability with Managed Client.
• Improves compatibility and reliability for joining AirPort networks.
• Improves Sync Service reliability.
• Includes additional RAW image support for several third-party cameras.
• Improves compatibility with some external USB hard drives.
• Includes latest security fixes.

Tags: 10.5.8, Apple, Apple, Desktop PCs, Laptops, Mobile Software, OS X, software, software, Update

If you’re not willing to wait for Pre developers to come up with new applications then there’s good news for you. There’s at least a way for you to install and enjoy homebrew applications on Palm’s newest phone. In fact, we have two solutions for you!

You can get a desktop app, the WebOS Quick Install which will work on Mac, PC or Linux and will let your drag and drop applications straight to your Pre.

The other solution is called fileCoaster and it will let you install IPKs straight on the phone. While these ingenious solutions are available out there for now, you should make sure you take advantage of them at once since Palm might decide to somehow block them with a future firmware update!

via precentral

Tags: applications, fileCoaster, Homebrew, Mobile News, Palm, Palm, pre, software, software, WebOS Quick Install

Here’s a GPS solution you’ll certainly enjoy. The Navigon 8410 GPS has been launched in Europe and it costs just around $630. For that price you’ll get a 5-inch touchscreen, a polished steel frame, DVB-T digital television tuner, City3D photo-realistic 3D mapping and a media player. I don’t know about you but that 3D mapping software sounds really interesting. You’ll actually see most of the buildings on that screen so getting lost will be even harder. Too bad it’s limited to only a few cities for now. Hopefully that will change in the future and Navigon will add support for even more locations.

via navigon

Tags: 3D mapping, 8410, Europe, GPS, GPS, navigon, software

Your BlackBerry Storm is just about to get more music, so get ready for it. Slacker, the Internet radio provider, has reached a deal with Verizon so you can expect to bump into it a lot in the near future. Slacker has about 4 million songs available so you’ll definitely enjoy it. The free version requires for you to be willing to listen to some occasional ads while the paid version is commercial-free and comes with some extra features.

The application will be available over the air in the following days so you should definitely get it if you’re into mobile music.

via prnewswire

Tags: BlackBerry, Mobile News, music, Portable Devices, radio, Research In Motion, Slacker, software, Storm, Verizon, Verizon

Visual voicemail has been out for some time now on phones such as the iPhone, Samsung Instinct and various Blackberry models. However, most handsets running Google’s Android operating system haven’t gotten the same love.

Luckily, T-Mobile’s myTouch 3G will in fact include visual voicemail and the TmoNews has been kind enough to demo the software for us. You can view 3 videos of the service, here.

Once this software is up and working, the question remains if it will be ported to other Android devices. I guess only time can tell at this point.

via EngadgetMobile

Tags: Android, Cell Phones, demo, Google, HTC, Mobile News, Mobile Software, MyTouch 3G, software, T-Mobile, video, visual voicemail

Apple’s famous by now App Store is going to turn 1 year old this Saturday and Apple seems ready to celebrate this special anniversary. iTunes is displaying a new dedicated page filled with colors representing various available apps. And this special event should be celebrated not because you love Apple but because the whole App Store created a trend in the mobile business. For a year we’ve seen manufacturers and carriers realizing the importance of mobile content. Apple has brought innovation to the mobile business. Every big name out there has an app store already open or at least about to be open. And we should be happy since that downloadable content will make our phone less boring and even more useful.

Apple’s App Store is currently the leader of the pack with over 55,000 apps available and over one billion downloads. What apps have you downloaded recently?

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Tags: Anniversary, App Store, Apple, Apple, iTunes, mobile content, Mobile News, Portable Devices, software

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. 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 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 for just $1 but I’d still go to the bathroom before a movie if I were you!

via Mashable

Tags: App Store, Apple, applications, iPhone, Mobile News, Mobile Software, RunPee, software

The Pre is an amazing phone and we keep discovering stuff about it. One of them is the Landscape email mode which is currently hidden from the eyes of average Pre users. But some of those users are smart enough to discover the unlock key.

In case you too want to access your email in landscape mode then you have to enter “RocknRollHax” on the keyboard. You’ll have to enter the unlock code exactly as written here every time you access the email application but at least you’ll have that landscape mode activated every time. You’ll have to keep using the phone at least until Palm will make this feature official.

via Precentral

Tags: Code, email, landscape, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Palm, Palm, pre, software, unlock

Apple is excited to announce that the latest version of their popular iPhone line, the 3G S, has gone ahead and sold over 1 million copies since its June 19th release date. Apple front-man Steve Jobs was on hand to comment on the phone’s success:

Customers are voting and the iPhone is winning. With over 50,000 applications available from Apple’s revolutionary App Store, iPhone momentum is stronger than ever.

But that’s not all Apple was pleased to announce as they also let us know that the latest iPhone OS version, version 3.0, has been downloaded over 6 million times since it was released last week.

Does anyone out there still doubt that Apple is attempting to take over the world?

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Tags: Apple, Apple, Cell Phones, downloads, iPhone, iPhone 3G S, Mobile News, OS, os 3.0, sales, software, software, steve jobs

Google Voice is not available just yet but according to recent rumors the service is coming and it will be available tomorrow for everyone interested in it. We’d love to know more about all the features of Google Voice sooner especially since we have just heard that Google Voice will support number porting sometime soon. We’ll be waiting anxiously tomorrow to see if that’s really happening and bring you back all the details.

via cnet

Tags: applications, Google, Google, Mobile News, Mobile Software, software, voice

Although not official yet the BlackBerry Messenger is going to get an update soon. The PIN-based messaging system will get some important upgrades like: Avatar support, GPS location integration, Proximity sensor, Homescreen support and Set conversation subjects.

In other words you can now set your own avatar picture just like you would do in other instant messaging apps. Friends will be able to see you on the map and you will also know if you’re close to each other that’s going to be obvious too. All we need to do now is wait for the messenger update to be available!

via BGR

Tags: application, BlackBerry, Messenger, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Research In Motion, software

Microsoft’s app store is on the way and we’ll be curios to see if it will be able to outperform Apple’s store. So far we’ve heard mixed news about Marketplace and we’d have to see the actual store to make our own mind. News about it keep coming in and today we have more info about the sharing policy for application purchased from the Marketplace for Mobile. It looks like Microsoft will allow buyers to install the apps on up to five phones. Say you reset your phone, then you will be able to reinstall your favorite Windows Mobile apps at no cost. An other scenario has you sharing the application with four more people. That’s great for us, but what about the developers. Don’t they lose money?

Well here’s what Microsoft says about the whole sharing situation:

Microsoft knows the frustration of losing favorite apps and personal information when you lose, upgrade, or add a phone. For this reason, if you buy an application on Windows Marketplace for Mobile, you’ll be able to reinstall the application on a limited number of additional phones simply and free of charge. As outlined in the terms of use for Windows Marketplace for Mobile, this ability is limited to phones owned by the person who purchased the application. Application sharing is not permitted. We believe people will find a high value in mobile applications they purchase through the Windows Marketplace, and we will also be offering a refund policy that will make it easier to shop for applications with confidence.

So there you have it folks. Microsoft Says NO to application sharing… Everyone should buy their own apps!

Tags: applications, marketplace, microsoft, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, sharing, software, Windows Mobile

A new portable personal database has just been made available at the Apple app store with the release of the Bento for the iPhone/iPod Touch. With Bento for iPhone and iPod touch, it’s never been easier to organize all the details of a busy life — in one exciting new iPhone application. The new software is now available for download for just US$4.99 from the Apple App Store.

Start tackling any area of your busy business or personal life right away by adding information to any of the 25 built-in templates within Bento for iPhone and iPod Touch:

• For Business: Issue Tracking, Time Billing, Customers, Expenses, Products for Sale, Inventory, Projects, Event Planning, Items Sold, and Equipment.
• Personal Uses: Contacts, To Dos, Diet Log, Expenses, Classes, Recipes, Digital Media, Vehicle Maintenance, Projects, Home Inventory, Event Planning, Membership Lists, Notes, and Donations.

With Bento for iPhone and iPod touch, you can:

• Start adding information into any of 25 pre-designed, ready-to-use templates that can be quickly customized with a few taps. You can also create your own forms to organize virtually any data on an iPhone or iPod touch.
• Tap to call a contact, view a Web site, send an email or display a map all while in a Bento library or collection.
• Manage anything from contacts and club members to projects, parties, medical bills and vehicle maintenance.
• View libraries and collections, create new records, edit details, sort data, modify forms — even use the iTunes-style search to find information quickly on the go.
• Select from 15 field types including text, numbers, choice, checkbox, media, time, date, durations, currency, rating, address, phone number, email, URL and IM Account.

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We can’t say we didn’t suspect the next-gen iPhone to have this video editing software on board. After all iPhone 3.0 beta suggests that video editing will be possible so we should definitely assume that this much-requested feature will be available soon. Based on sources close to the matter Peter Burrows from Businessweek had this to say about the whole video editing thing:

Evidently, shooting video is as easy as it is with a Flip, the ingenious device made by Pure Digital (recently purchased by Cisco). Then there’s an iMovie app that lets you quickly save the sections you want, right there on the phone itself. There may also be support for MMS, so the clips can be shared wirelessly with friends. And because of the iPhone’s relatively large screen, your friends don’t have to schlep to your PC or their Facebook page to see that video of your kids or your safari. Just hand them your iPhone.

Sure you will say this isn’t Apple talking but we assume those inside sources now what they’re talking about. Will Apple’s next-gen iPhone still manage to surprise us or will we rather get a Pre instead? What do you think?

via macrumors

Tags: Apple, Apple, Cisco, digital video editing, iPhone, Mobile News, Mobile Software, next-gen, Portable Devices, software

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

Tags: Apple, Beta, firmware, iPhone 3.0, Mobile News, Mobile Software, software

After we’ve seen that almost cute Zune HD concept, we have more Zune-related news which also concerns the cell phone business. First and foremost, no Microsoft is not launching a Zune phone.

The new Pink service is about to be revealed as people say that Microsoft is talking to important ad agencies regarding this Zune software for mobile phones project. We don’t have the exact details so far but it’s suspected that Microsoft is going to make the Zune the preferred media software for all Windows Mobile phones. Does that require ad agencies to promote it? Is this such a big announcement? Is anything bigger in the works?

via CNET

Tags: microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Phone, pink, player, software, Windows Mobile, zune, Zune HD