by Matthew on November 19, 2009
The iPhone has had a few projectors launched for it of which they look quite good. The latest that I came across just today is the HypnosEye that although does it’s job of projecting an image, doesn’t look that good. Looks aside though, the HypnosEye is a simple projector that uses a lens and mirror to project images seen on the screen of your iPhone.
No power supply or batteries are needed as it just reflects what’s on the screen on to a wall. For this reason you need to set the brightness of your iPhone or other player at maximum and switch auto-adjustment off.
Quality isn’t great, but in a dark room you will see a larger image on the wall of what’s on the screen on your phone. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 18, 2009
If you own an Android phone or other Android OS device then eReader has created a download that allows you to read books from the eReader library.
The Android OS software requires version 1.0 above but preferably at least 1.5 for optimal use. Once installed you can download books from eReader, Fictionwise.com as well as being able to use non DRM books from other download sites. Books can be purchased on your Android based phone by visiting m.ereader.com or alternatively you can also download books from from within the Android application. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 18, 2009
iCarte is a new accessory built for the iPhone that allows it to use near field communications or RFID. The application that you install on your iPhone allows you to configure your iPhone as an e-wallet to make contactless payments. As well as being able to send information to another device, the iCarte is also capable of reading information.
By connecting the iPhone up to an office network, either over 3G or Wi-Fi, you are able to scan other RFID items and do instant tracking on a company database for perhaps security access control, document tracking and asset tracking to name a few things. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 18, 2009
If you have an older Windows Mobile phone running either the WM 6.0 or 6.1 operating system then you can now go and download Marketplace for Mobile allowing you to have easy access to applications on your Windows device.
It appears that Marketplace for Mobile is available in all countries. If you are in the US you can enter your mobile phone number in a box, hit submit and a download URL will be sent by SMS to you. If you are not in the US then just browse to mp.windowsphone.com to grab the download. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 18, 2009
TechCrunch are reporting that a new HTC phone running Android is just around the corner. Described as the next “super” Android Device, it is expected that HTC are to be the ones who will build the phone. Also TC mention that senior Android guys over at Google have now started carrying one of the HTC phones around for testing.
It is expected that the Dragon/Passion will be a super slim phone running Android… but TC also mention something else interesting in that there will actually be a real Google phone, branded by Google. Although not much is known about this Google branded phone, TC managed to find out that they are definitely working on a phone under their own brand. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 18, 2009
Magellan have launched their iPhone satnav application along with a car kit accessory for using in your car.
The Magellan RoadMate comes at an awkward time just after Google [GOOG] have announced Google Maps Navigation which brings a fancy GPS guidance to Android based phones and with rumours of an iPhone version coming soon (again for free). However, I still think that Magellan have a chance at shifting some units if priced right. A number of people have commented on how high priced the TomTom iPhone dock is. If Magellan can sell that at a decent price then they could take a good share of the market. As of yet, there is no official price for the car kit. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 17, 2009
The iPhone app, Google Earth, has received an update that sees a bunch of new features being added to the software. The new software is named Google Earth 2.0 and now provides more integration with your computer that allows you to view maps you create on your computer.
The new integration allows you to use the My Maps website on your computer to look at various trips. When saved, the information is automatically synced to your iPhone allowing you to access needed information while on the move. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 17, 2009
A few weeks back there was a problem that caused data for sidekick users to be lost causing some big headaches for all those involved. It seems like T-Mobile is ready to move on as they have now announced that the T-Mobile Sidekick is now available again for sale.
“T-Mobile is pleased to announce that Sidekick sales have resumed. New pricing for the Sidekick LX 2009 will be $149.99 with a two-year contract and the Sidekick 2008 will be $49.99 with a two-year contract.” [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 16, 2009
A few weeks ago the XPERIA X10 was announced and at that time it was reported as being a bit sluggish in menu transitions and responsiveness in general. It seems like the new phone has had a firmware update though that has fixed all the problems.
With the phone coming in Feb 2010, there is still a bit more time for more tweaks although it seems the Android based phone is actually running ok now. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 16, 2009
The TomTom iPhone application should be getting updated soon, assuming Apple [AAPL] approve it. Included in the update are a number of features which should have been included at launch such as advanced lane guidance and text to speech.
If Apple do approve it, then it will be made available for download soon. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 16, 2009
Nokia have announced a new phone called the Nokia 5330 Mobile TV Edition that as the name describes, has something to do with watching TV. The 5330 TV Edition supports the DVB-H standard (digital video broadcasting handheld) that is prevalent around Europe and the adopted standard over this way.
The phone has a QVGA screen that measures 2.4 inches, a 3.5mm headphone jack that allows usage of regular headphones and can playback TV for up to 6 hours on a single charge. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 16, 2009
Samsung announced a new smartphone today called the Samsung Galaxy Spica i5700. The phone is Google [GOOG] android based and runs with an 800MHz processor. Although not quite the speed of the Snapdragon processors running at 1GHz it’s still a bump up from other android based phones that tend to run a little slower.
The Samsung Galaxy comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack so that standard head/ear phones can be attached for listening to music. Power is provided by a 1500mAh battery and the phone measures 13.2mm in thickness making it fairly slim. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 14, 2009
If you have a Palm Pre on the Sprint network then information on the Palm site indicates an update to webOS is being launched on November 15 (although some reports are saying you can get it right now). The update takes webOS from version 1.2.1 to 1.3.1. Information in version text at Palm indicates that no new applications are being added, but that some changes are being made to current versions of the applications.
Updates include backups now saving cookies so that when a restore is done you can continue using websites where your username and password has been stored. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 13, 2009
Vodafone are now selling the Samsung M1 in the UK costing nothing when paying £20/month on a 2 year agreement. If you prefer an 18 month agreement then the cost is £35/month currently.
The Samsung M1 is a Vodafone 360 phone that has a large touchscreen. Software called 3D contacts allows you to tap on a photo of a friend to chat with them or send them a message. GPS built in the phone allows you to share your current location with friends allowing you to easily meet up with those nearby. [click to continue…]
by Matthew on November 12, 2009
The Garmin Nuvifone took ages to be launched from when it was announced at the beginning of this year. We first got our hands on it in April and then it was only just recently launched a few months ago. When launched the phone was running Windows Mobile 6.1 which Garmin ASUS have now said that all owners of the phone are entitled to a free upgrade to Windows Mobile 6.5.
When I tested the phone back in April briefly I was quite impressed with what it could do. It just sucked that it took them so long to bring it out which seemed to kill quite a bit of interest in the device. [click to continue…]
