Wortmann Terra Mobile 1020Go Netbook Launched

May 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Wortmann has launched a new netbook called the Wortmann Terra Mobile 1020Go. The company isn’t really big in the netbook business and not really a company we have heard of before.

Either way, the Terra Mobile 1020Go packs the usual features which includes an Intel Atom N450 processor running at 1.66GHz. It has a 10.1 inch screen that is backlit by LED. Memory wise it has 1GB of RAM and for storage it has a 160GB hard disk drive.

Wireless LAN on the netbook can connect to 802.11b/g networks. The netbook uses the NM10 Express Chipset along with Intel GMA3150 integrated graphics. [Read more…]

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BlackBerry Tablet info Leaked

May 13, 2010 by 3 Comments

BGR managed to get some exclusive information on the upcoming BlackBerry Tablet that we first mentioned last week. Before we go on, the image above is just a mock-up of what it might look like.

The BlackBerry Tablet will have an 8.9 inch screen and will be classed as a “companion” device. What this means is that the device will have no 3G connection built in, but instead, will be a companion to your BlackBerry smartphone. WiFi will be built in, but the way to get on-line on the go will be via a BlueTooth connection to your BlackBerry device. [Read more…]

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Apple iPhone 4G Spotted the Third Time

May 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Well, we have another few images of the Apple iPhone 4G that appear to have come from a third leak. Previous leaks included the Gizmodo leak last month and the Vietnamese leak a couple of days ago.

This model is also a 16GB model and like the Vietnamese model, lacks the screws either side of the 30 pin dock connector. The Gizmodo phone was believed to be an older prototype as it still contained the screws just like the iPhone 3G and 3GS have.

Not much information has been provided about this particular leak, and perhaps we are looking at the same iPhone 4G that was photographed in Vietnam this week. [Read more…]

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Sprint Launch Common Cents Mobile – New Prepaid Brand at Walmart

May 13, 2010 by 4 Comments

Sprint [S] has launched a new prepaid brand that is heading exclusively to Walmart stores. The new brand is called Common Cents Mobile and has basic plans that includes 7 cents per minute calls and 7 cent text messages as part of the deal.

One unique features of the new Sprint Common Cents Mobile system is that it actually rounds-down calls to the nearest minute meaning that if your call is 7 minutes 59 seconds long you get charged for 7 minutes rather than 8 minutes.

“In recent months, consumers seeking no-frills, pay-by-the-minute plans have been somewhat overlooked with the popularity of unlimited plans in the market,” said Dan Schulman, president of Sprint’s prepaid group. “These customers want to stay connected — to a point — but don’t want to waste time or money on services they don’t use. The addition of Common Cents combines easy-to-use handsets with a simple pay-by-the-minute service that can save them money.”

Unlimited monthly plans without contracts helped re-energize the prepaid business last year but pay-by-the-minute customers still represent the majority [63 percent] of prepaid market share, and almost half [49 percent] of prepaid gross adds.

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Amazon iPad App Launched

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Amazon has launched a new app for the Apple iPad that aims to make shopping with the company a lot easier. An app already existed for the iPhone, but thanks to the larger screen of the Apple iPad the app has now been optimised to add more features to the screen and give an overall better experience while spending your cash.

When loading up the app, you are able to log in and access your Amazon account along with details of your existing shopping cart, wish lists and payment/shipping options. 1-click settings can also be found in the application. [Read more…]

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Adobe Attack Apple with New Ads

May 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Adobe and Apple [AAPL] have been in the news a fair bit recently with this Flash business. They still seem to be feeling the pains as they just started up a new campaign over on Engadget where two ads are showing. The first says “We [heart] Apple” and the second ad says “What we don’t love is anybody taking away your freedom to choose what you create, how you create it, and what you experience on the web”.

As well as pushing the ads on to Engadget, a letter has also been written by Adobe saying what they feel about the situation…

We believe that consumers should be able to freely access their favorite content and applications, regardless of what computer they have, what browser they like, or what device suits their needs. No company – no matter how big or how creative – should dictate what you can create, how you create it, or what you can experience on the web.

When markets are open, anyone with a great idea has a chance to drive innovation and find new customers. Adobe’s business philosophy is based on a premise that, in an open market, the best products will win in the end – and the best way to compete is to create the best technology and innovate faster than your competitors.

We believe that Apple, by taking the opposite approach, has taken a step that could undermine this next chapter of the web – the chapter in which mobile devices outnumber computers, any individual can be a publisher, and content is accessed anywhere and at any time.

In the end, we believe the question is really this: Who controls the World Wide Web? And we believe the answer is: nobody – and everybody, but certainly not a single company.

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Microsoft Office 2010 and SharePoint 2010 Officially Launched

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Microsoft [MSFT] has officially launched Microsoft Office 2010 along with SharePoint 2010, Visio 2010 and Project 2010 and made it available to business customers.

If you remember back a few weeks, Office 2010 was first made available to MSDN and TechNet subscribers. This next phase moves one step closer to the full launch that will be see the 2010 product range launching June 15.

Prices of Office 2010 and other software in the suite will range from $99 all the way up to $499 depending on which version of Office you choose. [Read more…]

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Sony Ericsson X10 Mini Heading to Vodafone UK

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Last week we came across information indicating that Vodafone in the UK could be getting the Sony Ericsson X10 Mini. This has now been confirmed by a coming soon page on the Vodafone online store.

The X10 Mini from Sony Ericsson is an Android OS phone that has a small 2.5 inch screen (hence the Mini name). It has a 5 megapixel camera on the back and also has a built in GPS. For connectivity it will connect to 3G and HSDPA networks and also has Bluetooth and WiFi available for connections to the web if needed. [Read more…]

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Samsung Galaxy S 16GB Heading to Vodafone UK

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As well as launching the Samsung Wave on to the Vodafone network in the UK, Vodafone is also bringing the Samsung Galaxy S 16GB to the network as well.

The Samsung Galaxy S was also announced several months ago and runs a very powerful GPU capable of moving a high amount of triangles on screen. The phone it’s self runs Google Android 2.1, it has the Samsung Super AMOLED screen to provide a HD resolution. It is also exclusive to Vodafone.

The Super AMOLED screen measures 4 inches. The camera on the back is capable of capturing pictures at 5 megapixels. Other features of the phone also include GPS, WiFi for connectivity as well as 3G and HSDPA. [Read more…]

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Samsung Wave Heading to Vodafone UK

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Today, Vodafone added several new smartphones to their online store and have put coming soon pages up for each of them. The first of the smartphones is the Samsung Wave.

The Samsung Wave was first announced back in February. It uses the Samsung Super AMOLED display that provides a HD resolution screen. The camera is capable of capturing images at 5 megapixels. The smartphone also includes GPS.

The Samsung Wave uses the Samsung Bada OS that heavily revolves around social networking by allowing you to add live updates from Twitter and other social networking sites direct on the home page. [Read more…]

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Comcast Xfinity Remote Apple iPad App Demoed

May 13, 2010 by 1 Comment

Comcast has created a new Apple iPad app that allows your iPad to interface with your cable box. The application gives a complete run-down of what’s on TV now and what is coming up soon. The software interfaces with the TV box allowing you to use the iPad as a giant remote control and channel guide.

Also the Xfinity Remote app allows you to search on-demand content where an in-depth review of each program is displayed on screen. Once you find the title you want to watch, just tap on the iPad screen to launch it on your TV. [Read more…]

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Google Android 2.2 gets WiFi Hotspot Tethering

May 13, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Google [GOOG] is launching Android 2.2 this month from what we understand, but as of yet we only know of a few things that will be included in the new operating system. Normally Google provide a change list, but this changed with 2.2 where nothing has been mentioned yet.

What is confirmed is that Android 2.2 will have full flash support built in. We also hear from rumours that automatic app updates will happen on an app by app basis. We also hear that Android 2.2 runs 450% faster than Android 2.1 in some cases and is ultra fast. All good news!

What we hear next is that Android 2.2 will have USB tethering built in as well as the ability to turn the Android 2.2 phone in to a wireless hotspot. This is something that hasn’t previously been available other than through rooting the device. [Read more…]

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