Sony Ericsson has recently announced the launch of a long awaited series of new devices including the XPERIA X10. ustwo, worked with directors Ross Cooper/ Bugsy Steel to produce this emotive in-phone video for the high end device. The video was designed to show off the awesome screen quality and video experience of the XPERIA X10 phone, plus be engaging, innovative and have a wow factor that makes people want to show them to their friends. The ‘in phone’ video produced by: http://ustwo.co.uk
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This is a quick video comparison between the three top-end handset: Nokia N97, iPhone 3GS and Touch Pro2. The folks at cellfanatics quickly demonstrate the boot time, web browsing, specs and basic user interface of each device. [Thx Nick]
The Nokia 5730 XpressMusic got a new firmware update today and the new version can be downloaded from NSU (included in Nokia PC Suit). Even though the Nokia 5730 have UDP it doesn’t hurt to backup your important data before updating.
Nokia takes a look into its crystal ball. If you’ve ever wondered what life will be like five years from now, take a look at our short video which shines a light on how we think mobile devices and services will evolve.
This is a demo of the Google Maps Street View on the Motorola Droid. The Google Maps’ Street View mode does a good job of showing views related to up and down motions but not left to right on the Moto Droid. [Thx toddogas]
The good folks at fonearena unboxes the Nokia N900 and shows us a quick walkthrough on how the OS looks like. Check it out after the break…
Another cool Nokia N900 video, “I am the one”
This movie shows gameplay of a game “Speed Forge” that was developed for iPhone by RatSquare. Thanks to OpenGL ES 2.0 support it was possible to implement full screen motion blur.
This is the latest promo video for the Ovi Maps. Find good things where you least expect them or just discover new events around you and navigate there; share your location with your friends.
One of my favorite video reviewer “Noah” from phonedog.com takes a look at the iPhone 3GS and the new Motorola Droid. Check out the videos after the break…
Samsung today announced the launch of its own open mobile platform, Samsung bada [bada] in December. This new addition to Samsung’s mobile ecosystem enables developers to create applications for millions of new Samsung mobile phones, and consumers to enjoy a fun and diverse mobile experience. In order to build a rich smartphone experience accessible to a wider range of consumers across the world, Samsung brings bada, a new platform with a variety of mobile applications and content. The name ‘bada’, which means ‘ocean’ in Korean, was chosen to convey the limitless variety of potential applicationswhich can be created using the new platform. It also alludes to Samsung’s commitment to a variety of open platforms in the mobile industry. Samsung bada also represents the fresh challenges and opportunities available to developers, as well as the entertainment which consumers will enjoy once the new platform is open. Based on Samsung’s experience in developing previous proprietary platforms on Samsung mobile phones, Samsung can create the new platform and provide opportunities for developers. Samsung bada is also simple for developers to use, meaning it’s one of the most developer-friendly environments available, particularly in the area of applications using Web services. Lastly, bada’s ground-breaking User Interface (UI) can be transferred into a sophisticated and attractive UI design for developers. Samsung will be able to expand the range of choices for mobile phone users to enjoy the smartphone experiences. By adopting Samsung bada, users will be able to easily enjoy various applications on their mobile. Samsung bada also offers an easy-to-integrate platform for mobile operators so that mobile operators can provide unique and differentiated services to their customers. Samsung established its mobile application ecosystem through the launch of Samsung Mobile Innovator in 2008 and the Samsung Application Seller Site followed by Samsung Application Store as another key element of this offering. Dr Hosoo Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Media Solution Center at Samsung Electronics said, “By opening Samsung’s mobile platforms we will be able to provide rich mobile experiences on an increasing number of accessible smartphones.” He added, “bada will be Samsung’s landmark, iconic new platform that brings an unprecedented opportunity for operators, developers and Samsung mobile phone users around the world.” The official website (www.bada.com) will open on November 10th and will feature a range of information on bada including updates on product launches, features, and event notices. Samsung will also host an official launch event for bada in London, UK in December and will also unveil its bada software development kit (SDK) to developers for the first time on this date.
The Mozlla mobile team has released Firefox for Maemo beta 5 (Nokia N900). This release is available for the Maemo OS2008 and Maemo 5 software platforms running on the Nokia N810 and N900 Internet Tablets. This release brings noticeable improvements to the user experience and UI of the browser. Specifically you’ll see:
Neko Entertainment and Eurocenter teamed up to bring the most console-quality like kart racer to the iPhone and iPod touch. Drive in volcano worlds, in the sky, up in the trees, slide on ice, use turbos, take shortcuts by jumping over platforms. 12 unique drivers are fully animated. The online mode includes multiplayer races and battle mode where you try to shoot the opponents 3 times. Features:
According to Reuters, Nokia has started deliveries of its new top-of-the-range model N900, a key product for the world’s top phone maker in its battle against rivals iPhone and Blackberry. The following article is from Reuters: Nokia Chief Executive Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo said in a speech the company started deliveries of the phone on Tuesday. The N900 model is Nokia’s first phone running Linux Maemo operating system, which analysts see as a key for Nokia to gain back ground in the coming years. Nokia has kept its overall market share stable, close to 40 percent, but it has lost share among more expensive models to the likes of Apple and RIM. High-end products are important for Nokia because the company has not only lost market share there, but its average selling prices have declined faster than the industry average. Goldman Sachs has said it expects Nokia’s value share — a measure reflecting average prices and underlying market share — for phones costing more than $350 to decline to 13 percent this year from 33 percent just two years before.
This is a video demo of the 3D Graphic Support on BlackBerry. Check out the Need for Speed demo after the break
Nokia has announced the launch of the new Messaging website, messaging.nokia.com! This site captures everything related to Messaging – Email, IM, Social Networking and Ovi Mail across S60, S40, and Maemo. The site has helpful how-to videos and brings in content from user guides, the official Nokia support, BetaLabs and from blogs and Twitter. Check it out! [Thx Daniel]
The folks at Tech Radar reviews the Nokia 5730 XpressMusic. If you have a min or two, head over to this post and read the review The Nokia 5730 XpressMusic has plenty of decent features that should make it very attractive, and it delivers an exceptional music performance. But overall it has a hybrid feel to it that helps make its design less than appealing. Its bulkiness is a drawback unless you’re really taken with the idea of a QWERTY keyboard on a music-centred mobile. Pitched at a target market where it’s competing for attention against plenty of slick, well featured touchscreen smartphones, it’s unlikely to be a chart-topper.
Google today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire AdMob, a mobile display ad technology provider, for $750 million in stock. This acquisition will enhance Google’s existing expertise and technology in mobile advertising, while also giving advertisers and publishers more choice in this growing new area. “Mobile advertising has enormous potential as a marketing medium and while this industry is still in the early stages of development, AdMob has already made exceptional progress in a very short time,” said Susan Wojcicki, Vice President of Product Management at Google. “AdMob is the quintessential Silicon Valley startup – generating impressive year on year revenue growth – and we’re excited to welcome this talented team to Google.” “I think people underestimate how important ads have been to funding the development of innovative content on the Internet. Our goal all along at AdMob has been to make it possible for developers and publishers to bring their products and ideas to mobile with the same business model,” said Omar Hamoui, Founder and CEO of AdMob. “We’re proud of the progress we’ve made towards accomplishing this goal, and joining Google will only accelerate this process, ultimately leading to very real benefits for end users around the world. As publishers and developers generate more revenue from their mobile products, they will invest more, and their mobile offerings will become richer, more creative and more robust.” The deal will help Google in its efforts to develop more effective tools for creating, serving and analyzing emerging mobile ads formats. As this ecosystem continues to grow, the company expects these new marketing media to offer significant benefits: “Attracting the world’s top engineering talent and people with entrepreneurial vision to Google has always been crucial to our success. AdMob’s proven track record in innovating at speed will help maintain that culture – which is why we are so excited to be working with them,” added Vic Gundotra, Vice President of Engineering at Google. Both companies have approved the transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions.
The Motorola Droid gets unboxed by Mark from the Nokia blog. Check out the unboxing video and the first impressions after the break... The Motorola DROID has the most advanced Google browser and Android 2.0 software with a blazing-fast processor and 3G speed for faster search. It has the world’s thinnest QWERTY slider at 13.7mm. It can help you navigate turn-by-turn. It has a 5MP camera with a flash, plus loads of great camera features and a DVD-quality recorder to capture all the richer, bigger, wider experiences you’re going to have.
