RIM have released a new KB for compatible BlackBerry Enterprise Server attachments as of 4.1 Service pack 5.
One of the latest additions to the list of compatible attachments is the AMR (Adaptive Multi-Rate) codec (.amr) commonly used for voice/speech recordings as used by most mobile phone manufacturers.
BES 5.0 includes additional support for WMA (Windows Mobile Audio) and ODF (Open Document Format).
Korean electronics manufacturer LG has confirmed plans to release up to three smartphones during 2009 running the Google Android platform.
Handset details, specifications and predicted launch dates were omitted from the announcement, made at the CommunicAsia event in Singapore, however the first handset is expected before Q4.
This is an interesting time for Google and their mobile OS. They’ve worked hard to create (and get manufacturers to sign up to) their Open Handset Alliance, but so far only two handsets have been released to the market.
A rumour which failed to take fruition last week fell through, where French internet tablet maker Archos were expected to announce an Android based tablet sporting a 3G stack at an event in Paris. However what was launched was in fact a 9” tablet running Microsoft Windows 7 – another opportunity which is, at least, delayed for now.
Last year Research In Motion announced it was to offer a bridge for its BlackBerry Enterprise Server platform and Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 with the advent of Service Pack 6 for BES 4.1 environments. Sadly, since the launch of Service Pack 6 many people seem to have forgotten about OCS integration, and thankfully RIM have just released a fresh knowledge base article with an overview and some implementation notes.
To read more about how you can integrate Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 and BlackBerry Enterprise Server 4.1 Service Pack 6 simply click here for the KB article.
With the iPhone 3G S just launched with its upgraded hardware and software specs, developers may no longer be able to ‘write once’ when building apps for the iPhone and its different builds.
The iPhone 3G S includes an upgraded CPU running at 600Mhz, 256MB RAM and with it’s increased graphics means top quality gaming. But apps built for it will be incompatible on older iPhones.
Also, this problem will mostly likely not only affect gaming. The new iPhone 3G S has a better camera, the ability to take videos, use voice control, as well as an internal compass. Apps that are created specifically for those hardware features will be unusable on older iPhones, and will likely fragment the App Store.
A press release put out by the Mobile Broadband Group (MBG) establishes a new set of of guidelines for selling and promoting Mobile Broadband in the UK. The agreement made by the six main network operators, O2, Orange, T-Mobile, Vodafone, 3 and the largest ‘virtual’ network, Virgin Mobile will provide customers with more clarity and transparency when signing mobile broadband deals. Continue reading »
Sony Ericsson today unveiled two new GreenHeart pioneer products underlining its ongoing commitment to taking a lead on environmental sustainability by driving green innovation that doesn’t compromise on product design and functionality. The GreenHeart programme means a 15 percent reduced CO² footprint, reduced packaging, recycled plastics, waterborne paints, and an electronic in-phone manual instead of a paper booklet. Continue reading »
Sony Ericsson is dropping the Memory Stick M2 platform, in favour of MicroSD in its handsets.
The announcement from Sony Ericsson Global Marketing Director Fortuné Alexander, came after the recent launch of the Satio, Aino and Yari all with microSD card slots. When asked if it was soon to be the end of Sony’s proprietary memory card in mobile phones, Alexander confirmed: “Yes, we are moving in that direction.”
This is the latest sign to see more standardization in the mobile phone industry, as the initiative led by the GSMA to endorse a universal charger standard based on microUSB. Standardizing charging points and accessories cuts down on manufacturing costs, and can lead to a better end-user experience.
3G HSPA (High Speed Packet Access) has taken off as an important technolgy for connecting mobile PCs to the Internet. The evolution is led by Europe where HSPA now accounts for 12 percent of the total number of broadband connections, according to the Swedish analyst firm Berg Insight. Continue reading »
