The next big version of Windows Mobile is now released. No, not WinMo 7, but version 6.5.3. This new version adds native multitouch support to WinMo, along with user interface improvements designed to make touch operation easier. The browser is faster too, and that’s always welcome. Read more »
Now that Firefox Mobile for Maemo is out the door, where will Mozilla turn? The Windows Mobile alpha is long in the tooth, but might it get leap-frogged by Firefox for Android? Here’s a few sites where you can watch the development progress. Read more »
Motorola brings it’s first Android device with Motoblur to Verizon. At first glance, it looks like an upgraded Droid, but there’s some downgrades as well. Is Motoblur needed when Android supports widgets natively? We’ll see how much of draw it is once we see pricing. Read more »
One exciting new feature of the Pre Plus and Pixi Plus is the Mobile Hotspot support. The ability to use either phone like a MiFi is certainly appealing, as long as it works well. Unfortunately, it looks like it might not. Read more »
Google announced a software update to the Nexus One today. Yes, the 3G fix is in there, but that’s not all. Multitouch capability for the Browser, Maps and Gallery are there too! Will Apple have anything to say about this? Read more »
Nokia’s Ovi Store has overtaken Apple’s App Store as the storefront of choice for mobile developers in emerging mobile markets. But can Nokia leverage its traction in developing economies as Apple and Android build on their momentum in Western markets? Read more »
It’s Tuesday and that can only mean it’s time for our weekly feature, the BlackBerry Buzz. Verizon has rolled out version 5 of its Navigator service, which now integrates with Facebook and sports a better interface. Opera Mini is heading to the App World this quarter. Read more »
Although Nokia has lost smartphone market share over the past few years, 2009 showed signs of a turn-around. Add in 2010 plans for a major Symbian revamp, cross-platform Qt apps and multitouch and you just might see perfect timing for Nokia. Read more »
Combining a smartphone with virtual information to see the world around you is certainly a value-add concept. But is the market too fragmented by different apps and platforms? Would it make sense to add these virtual layers to a more widespread, mainstream application? Read more »
Sony Ericsson is still making Windows phones, and the new Aspen is the first to use the Windows Mobile 6.5.3 that adds touch optimizations to the OS. The Aspen has a QWERTY keyboard and looks pretty nice but the OS is the big news here. Read more »
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could get a taste of Android on your Windows Mobile handset? Oh snap, you can! Check it out in a video demo and decide for yourself if a custom Android ROM is in your future. Read more »
Although off to a slow start, the Palm webOS App Catalog is gaining both developer tools and momentum. Still, there are far fewer titles available for the Pre and Pixi. Can a million dollar developer challenge make a difference? Read more »
Has Mozilla truly brought a desktop browser to the small screen? The not-so-easy answer is yes and no. But this first version of Firefox for Maemo looks promising for an initial release. And Weave brings desktop data to your phone — even open tabs. Read more »
Google’s Nexus One Desktop Dock will set you back $45, charges the phone and pumps out Bluetooth audio. But is this accessory worth it? And how well does it — or doesn’t it — work? See for yourself in this video. Read more »
From a mobile developer’s point of view, the iPad is a revolution waiting to happen. The gadget’s 9.7-inch screen, allowing for glorious visuals and vastly superior touch navigation, simply can’t be duplicated in the world of phones. And because it runs the iPhone OS, it automatically ... Read more at GigaOM Pro »
We’ve been anxiously following Mobile Firefox for a long time. While this mobile version of Firefox has already hit some platforms, Android owners were understandably excited when Mozilla confirmed an Android version was under construction. Rumor has it there may not be long to wait. Read more »
Got a Nexus One with a T-Mobile SIM and data plan? Folks all around the country are reporting a complete data outage, so you might want to switch over to Wi-Fi, if possible. What gives? Read more »
Is the stock Android experience on your HTC Magic handset a little too blah? It only makes sense to get the latest ROM upgrade from HTC and jazz up the interface. But why only on certain handset versions? Read more »
Nokia saw profits surge in a surprising fourth quarter as it bucked recent trends by increasing its lead in the lucrative smartphone space. The Finnish vendor may finally be reversing course as it awaits a much-needed upgrade to its Symbian OS. Read more »
Sony Ericsson, Motorola and Lenovo are moving ahead with their Android plans in China despite Google’s recent decision to postpone the launch of two new phones. But are Chinese consumers interested in purchasing Android phones that don’t feature Google’s mobile apps? Read more »
