A battle between Google’s Android and Linux now comes to a close, thanks to Verizon Wireless. The company has finally made its decision to work with the LiMo Foundation to incorporate the Linux operating system on the mobile phone. The name truly defines the main purpose i.e. Li-Linux and Mo-Mobile. The LiMo Foundation works to deliver a consistent software platform based upon Mobile Linux for the entire mobile Read more… »
Nokia recently demonstrated their new Maps application which (although they don’t admit it) it is to compete against Google Maps. The service will run on Ovi, which is their social media site. The map software is designed to run on the PC, but approaches the problem of decent mapping from a different angle.
Unlike Google maps which use servers to calculate the maps and what you see, the Nokia version will use computing power on your own PC to create the graphics needed to make it run. What this will allow is rapid screen refreshes in real time which allow you to zoom in, rotate and fly around the area you are Read more… »
Posted on 2008 under Digital News, Software |
30
Mar
Rumours are floating around about Windows Mobile 6.1 becoming available in just a few days on April 1st. Hopefully it isn’t an early April fools joke. This latest version of Windows Mobile 6 has been improved all around from Internet Explorer with zooming ability as well as a carousel menu system and threaded SMS software.
Connectivity with ActiveSync has also seen an improvement with the ability to auto configure Read more… »
Posted on 2008 under Digital News, Game, Toys, Software |
20
Mar
Good news for PSP gamers in the US! Sony has announced new firmware update version 3.93 for PlayStation Portable. Though a lot of information of the firmware is not yet revealed, what’s known is that the new update will support PlayStation Network titles.
Sony has also announced that the portable gaming device will support 20 additional internet radio stations. This enhancement will enable PSP users to find their favorite genres of songs easily and listen to them thereafter. Hence the entertainment features of the PSP are further extended with its enhanced music capabilities. Read more… »