MegaFon today announced it has signed an agreement with Apple to bring the iPhone to Russia later this year. Service plan and contract detail is not available though, the company has just released a short announcement message and planned to announce the detail later.
Source [yahoo]
Griffin Technology has announced 3 accessories to be available with iPhone 3G compatibility. The upcoming WindowSeat mounts iPhone 3G, iPhone or iPod touch on a car’s windshield or dashboard at eye level, ensuring quick and easy access to street maps, directions, controls and other content. WindowSeat’s adjustable mounting bracket securely holds the device at any desired angle.
Two mounting methods are included: a powerful suction cup for mounting on windshield or window glass, and a self-adhesive pad that allows the suction cup to work on vinyl and other flexible surfaces.
Reflect for iPhone 3G
Like polished chrome, Reflect presents a sleek, metallic finish that covers the perimeter of the iPhone’s multi touch display. Reflect provides protection for iPhone as only a hard shell of polycarbonate can while complementing the device’s sleek design. A matte black rubberized case back seals the iPhone inside, and provides a sure grip.
Streamline for iPhone 3G
At the gym, on the road or hitting the trail, iPhone 3G rides safely in Streamline, the ultimate sport armband for iPhone. Streamline’s washable armband is easy to take care of, and adjusts two ways for a secure, comfortable fit that you can wear without fatigue all day. The one-piece construction and integrated screen cover protect iPhone from scratches and dust, while allowing complete access to multi touch display.
AT&T and Sierra Wireless today announced the availability of the AT&T USBConnect Mercury, an easy-to-use USB device that provides a high speed connection to the AT&T wireless network. The device provides plug-and-play installation by including a preloaded version of AT&T Communication Manager software for Microsoft Windows Vista, XP and 2000 notebooks and Sierra’s Watcher software for Mac notebooks (versions 10.4.11 or later).
The AT&T USBConnect Mercury includes new user-friendly features, including an integrated microSD slot that provides customers with a portable storage solution, eliminating the need for additional storage hardware.
The AT&T USBConnect Mercury is available today at no cost¹ through AT&T business sales channels, online at wireless.att.com and in company-owned AT&T retail locations for customers who choose a two-year DataConnect plan of $60 or more. AT&T offers a variety of DataConnect rate plans, including a plan for up to 5 gigabytes (GB) of domestic use for $60 a month for customers.
Shure today unveiled the $99.99 SE102MPA Sound Isolating Stereo Headset for iPhone and smartphone owners. It offers Shure’s newest SE earphone model bundled with the company’s Music Phone Adapter (MPA).
Designed for iPhone owners in search of a seamless music plus mobile experience at an affordable price, the SE102MPA delivers premium sound and one-touch call answering. Interchangeable Sound Isolating) Sleeves and an inline microphone guarantee clear communication, even in noisy environments. A unique cable design allows the user to remove the MPA for additional versatility and convenience.
Additional SE102MPA features
In addition to the SE102MPA, Shure is also introducing several other SE Sound Isolating Stereo Mobile Headsets: the SE110MPA, SE210MPA, SE310MPA, SE420MPA and SE530MPA, a new headset family that offers Shure’s acclaimed SE earphone models bundled with the MPA. Shure SE Sound Isolating Stereo Mobile Headsets will begin to be available to consumers in September 2008 and will carry a two-year limited warranty.
via [slashgear]
Samsung has finally put up the SGH-i617 (BlackJack II) rom update page again to upgrade your Windows Mobile to the latest version 6.1. The rom update requires Microsoft Activesync 4.5 and involves installation of extra samsung modem drivers. The upgrade instructions page is long, but detail enough for you to go through step by step.
grab your rom update software and instruction here:
via [wmexperts]
Novatel Wireless announced the launch the award-winning Novatel Wireless MC950D broadband USB modem. The Ovation(TM) MC950D is a global tri-band HSPA/UMTS and quad band EDGE/GPRS modem designed to be extremely portable and convenient to use. Fido subscribers are able to insert this modem into their laptop or desktop computers for instant plug-and-play broadband Internet access.
With connection manager software included on the MC950D’s internal memory, there is no need to install drivers from a CD. This compact modem features an integrated antenna allowing for maximum performance even in weak signal areas. The MC950D provides a full mobile broadband experience, with download speeds of 7.2 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 2.1Mbps.
“With the MC950D now available for their subscribers, Fido will be able to provide the best mobile data products and fastest speeds available in Canada,” said Brad Weinert, president of Novatel Wireless. “We are excited to expand our HSPA carrier network in North America.”
via [engadgetmobile]
Online social networking is huge and growing strongly, but what happens when all those virtual friends hit the road? Increasingly, they will be able to keep in touch via mobile versions of their favorite social networks, running on their cellular phones. ABI Research forecasts that in 2013, more than 140 million subscribers will share “anytime, anywhere” experiences this way, and they will generate subscription revenues in excess of $410 million.
Subscriber numbers for mobile social networking will climb at a relatively modest rate for the next three or four years, but will then start to accelerate sharply,” says research director Michael Wolf. “That uptick is based on assumed acceptance levels in the giant emerging markets such as Brazil, Russia, India, and China. Those countries are wildcards, very difficult to estimate, so we are quite conservative in our forecasts.”
Some mobile versions of social networks will follow the same model common to today’s Internet-based groups such as MySpace and Facebook: free browser-based access. Such models pose a problem for mobile operators by limiting their slice of the revenue to a charge for data traffic. “The ideal scenario for the mobile operator includes a recurring revenue stream: a subscriber paying $1.99 or $2.99 a month to have this application on their handset,” says Wolf.
Beyond the relatively modest subscription revenues that mobile social networking will generate, there will also be significant opportunities in mobile advertising as well as in mobile content sales. A recent end-user survey conducted by ABI Research showed that mobile users of social networks are likely to consume two or three times as much digital mobile content (pictures, music, videos and games) than their “asocial” peers. That would suggest a golden marketing and advertising opportunity yet, says Wolf, that isn’t happening: “They are not offering the right kinds of products for these users. The advertising isn’t that sophisticated yet.” His conclusion? “Social networking applications have to be uniquely mobile and not reliant entirely on advertising-based revenues, at least not initially.”
Samsung has released the Windows Mobile 6.1 update for its SGH-i617 BlackJack II smartphone.
Samsung and AT&T have announced the SGH-a237, an entry-level clamshell for users looking for a simple cellphone with a VGA camera
Samsung has launched its new M220 clamshell for Sprint. This entry-level clamshell cell phone comes without a camera, making it a great option for high-security workplaces.
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