Wednesday, March 31, 2010

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Mapquest adds voice guidance to free MapQuest 4 Mobile iPhone app

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 09:50 AM PDT

Today Mapquest announced that it has added voice-guided turn-by-turn directions to its MapQuest 4 Mobile iPhone app. The voice is capable of speaking directions and also helping you reroute if you navigate off course. The app also includes power savings options. It's available for free in Apple's App Store.
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Motorola DROID Android 2.1 update to hit Verizon Wireless subscribers today?

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 09:15 AM PDT

Leaked Verizon Wireless internal emails claim that the Motorola DROID Android 2.1 update could begin rolling out today, according to Engadget.
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LinkedIn launches BlackBerry smartphone client

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 09:09 AM PDT

Today LinkedIn announced version 1.0 of its first BlackBerry cleint. The service lets you take advantage of most of LinkedIn's features directly from your smartphone.
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Apple iPhone HD set for June 22nd launch?

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 08:54 AM PDT

Rumor has it that Apple may be planning to launch a new "iPhone HD" model on June 22nd. The device may feature a front facing camera, a 960 x 640 display, and other hardware enhancements, if rumors prove to be true.
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New Apple iPad orders won't ship until April 12th

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 08:08 AM PDT

Apple's new iPad will be in stores on April 3rd, and those who placed early pre-orders will receive their devices on time. However, the AP is reporting that new orders will not ship until April 12th. If you still want your Apple iPad on time, your best bet is to preorder it for in-store pickup on April 3rd. Apple did not provide a reason for the delay.
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Verizon Wireless issues BlackBerry Tour 9630 OS 5.0.0.591 update

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 07:56 AM PDT

Today Verizon Wireless released OS version 5.0.0.591 for the BlackBerry Tour. The update includes the ability to communicate with one or more people at the push of a button, group calls with up to 50 participants, the ability to check a peer's push-to-talk availability, a single phone number for push-to-talk and voice calls, and online contact management. The update is available from Verizon Wireless' website.
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Samsung aims to recycle one million phones in 2010 with "March to a Million" initiative

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 07:43 AM PDT

Today Samsung announced its "March to a Million" program in which the company hopes to collect one million mobile phones for recycling in 2010. The initiative will take place in 9,500 schools across the U.S., and Samsung is rewarding one school with a concert and 50 others with $1,000 "Green Grants." For more information on how you can help, visit http://www.samsungmobileusa.com/marchtoamillion
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SEVEN to power Samsung's Social Hub on mobile phones

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 07:38 AM PDT

Today SEVEN, popular push messaging and email provider, announced that it will power Samsung's Social Hub on its upcoming phones. Social Hub will integrate social networks and messaging. The Samsung Wave is the first device with SEVEN integration.
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Navigon MobileNavigator 1.5.0 for iPhone adds social networking support

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 07:27 AM PDT

Today Navigon announced that version 1.5.0 of its MobileNavigator software is now available in the Apple App store. It adds Facebook and Twitter integration for broadcasting your location, as well as Panorama View 3D for viewing 3D terrain built on NASA data, and NAVIGON MyRoutes. MobileNavigator costs $79.99, or you can purchase specific regions for $24.99 and Panorama View 3D costs an additional $9.99.
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Nuance launches TALK 5.0 for Symbian S60 5th edition touchscreen phones

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 05:56 AM PDT

Today Nuance announced a new piece of software called TALKS 5.0 for Symbian S60 5th edition touchscreen smartphones.TALKS 5.0 helps the blind and visually impaired by letting them slide their finger across the screen to hear menu selections, applications, widgets, and text. Pressing the volume key up or down within a menu will also allow users to browse menu options. TALKS 5.0 will even read aloud the letters on a virtual keyboard. The software is available in 20 languages worldwide form nuance.com/talks.
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Apple launches its App Store on Facebook

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 05:25 AM PDT

Today Apple released a Facebook App Store that allows customers to search and browse iPhone and iPod touch applications, and it also has a discussion board where users can talk about their favorite apps and games. When you're ready to purchase one, simply click "Get App," and iTunes will automatically open.
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Vodafone UK customers can now pre-order the HTC Legend Android smartphone

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 05:16 AM PDT

Today Vodafone UK said that its customers can begin pre-ordering the HTC Legend. The device will come with Vodafone 360 apps including Vodafone Music and MyWeb, and will cost £25 ($37.63) with a 24 month contract that includes a 300 minute plan (or 600 minutes if you purchase online), unlimited text messages, and a 500MB mobile internet service plan. For more information on the HTC Legend, check out our review.
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