Skyfire Announces Public Beta and Forthcoming Symbian Client
In a press release (PDF) today, mobile browser developer Skyfire has announced the expansion of its beta program to public access with the release of browser version 0.8. The new version features improvements regarding handling of AJAX, Flash, and other rich media, a new navigation bar dubbed “SuperBar” as well as the ability to download […]
Nokia Tube Launching October 2nd Alongside “Comes With Music” Service
Nokia is set to unveil the “Tube,” its first mass market touchscreen device, at an October 2nd event in London. The launch will be integrated into Nokia’s launch of its “Comes With Music” service, and will likely fall under the “XpressMusic” sub-brand as the 5800. Â In July, Nokia stated; “”our first touch device will […]
Nokia 6650 for AT&T Revealed By FCC Documents
Nokia’s 6650 clamshell 3G smartphone for AT&T was made public yesterday by filed FCC documents. Among others, the device features a stainless steel cover, HSDPA data, GPS, 2 megapixel camera, QVGA display, and a memory card slot. The 3G device runs the latest version of S60: 3rd Edition, Feature Pack 2 with all the normal […]
Nokia Leaks AT&T 6650 with 3G and GPS
This morning, Nokia posted details about a forthcoming high-end clamshell with S60 and AT&T branding. The Nokia 6650 is expected to replace the N75 clamshell and will feature an outer display with a user interface that is controlled by touch sensitive controls directly below for the most common functions. The inner display will be a […]
Nokia Announces N79 and N85, Confirms N96 for the US
This morning during an online presentation known as the Nokia Virtual Event, Nokia has confirmed pending availability of three of the most highly anticipated devices in the N-Series lineup of high-end multimedia devices that will be compatible with US 3G bands.
Google Updates Maps for Mobile with Mass Transit for Windows Mobile and S60
In a post on the Official Google Mobile Blog, the search solutions developer has announced an updated version of Google Maps for Mobile on both the Windows Mobile and S60 operating systems with the ability to access mass transit directions and schedule trips using the option which is currently available in 50 cities around the […]
Joiku Launches JoikuSpot Premium
Mobile software developer Joiku has released an update to its Joiku Spot internet connection sharing program for Series 60 handsets with Wi-Fi radios. JoikuSpot Premium now supports VPN connections for those that wish to have a secure connection when accessing highly sensitive information online while addiing new features such as no landing page when using […]
Symbian Platform to Unify, Challenge Android
The Symbian platform today announced broad and sweeping changes to the entire platform. These changes are aimed at paving the way for Symbian to become a better competitor for the Android platform. First and foremost, Symbian will unify the UIQ and S60 platforms. With the advent of S60 touch, this is a logical progression for […]
Nokia Announces the E71 and E66
Nokia has officially announced the latest addition to their E-Series line up, the E71 and E66. Supporting over a thousand email accounts from various services, both phones are designed to support the lifestyles of those who are very much mobile. The stainless steel devices come pre-loaded with the Mail for Exchange mobile email client to […]
Microsoft Launches Windows Live for Mobile on Series 60 In the US
Microsoft has officially launched Windows Live for Mobile in the US today as well as other territories around the world expanding availability of the access client to 33 markets and 16 handsets in the process. The service as before will launch as a free trial with billing to be implemented at an undisclosed later date. […]