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Mobile Serviceswatch, issue 2008.09 snapshot

ENABLERS: Sprint named the partners to power location-based services using its planned WiMAX network, stating that the user experience delivered by the technology will be “largely location-centric”. AT&T trumpeted the integration of A-GPS into its network, enabling the delivery of new location-based services. [pp.33,31.] Read more

Mobile Serviceswatch, issue 2008.08 snapshot

CONSUMER: Singapore’s mobile operators kicked off a DVB-H trial, with the pilot scheduled to run for three months. Elsewhere, several developments in the mobile TV space sparked concern, with early-stage suppliers struggling, and little evidence of consumer demand. [pp.3,28-30.] Read more

Smart Devicewatch, issue 2008.07 snapshot

SYMBIAN OS: More companies announced their backing for Symbian Foundation, with several operators inking their support, but no new device makers were on the list. Symbian revamped its partner programme, offering a lower-cost option for stakeholders. [pp.3,4.]

Further details emerged of Nokia’s touch-screen device plans, as it appears that launch of a new device is imminent. Nokia ended support for Research In Motion’s BlackBerry Connect technology, as the Canadian company becomes more of a threat. The N85 was rumoured, again. [pp.5,6.] Read more

Mobile Serviceswatch, snapshot of issue 2008.07

CONSUMER: Vodafone Group is set for a widespread Vodafone live! revamp, having probed the properties of potential rivals to assess what is on offer elsewhere. Telenor joined the growing list of operators supporting Nokia’s Ovi services, across several Northern and Central European markets. Vodacom began offering ‘open’ mobile internet services. [pp.4,9.] Read more

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Smart Devicewatch, issue 2008.05-06

TOP STORIES: Nokia is to acquire the remaining shares in Symbian Ltd, and is subsequently intending to make Symbian OS open source, thus significantly changing the landscape of the device platform business. With Symbian adopting a model more like its mobile Linux counterparts, Microsoft is the last major OS vendor still charging for its wares. [pp.3-8.] Read more

Mobile Serviceswatch, issue 2008.05-06

Tata Teleservices extended availability of its BREW offerings to its Virgin Mobile India subscribers, opening services to the youth market. Yahoo! announced a set of APAC operator partnerships, covering advertising and search services. Singapore’s StarHub launched location-based advertising services, enabling promotional SMS messages to be sent to subscribers within defined zones. [pp.14,15.] Read more

Smart Devicewatch, issue 2008.04

SYMBIAN OS: NTT DoCoMo is to develop an “operator pack” for the Symbian OS platform, creating a suite of software that supports its products and services. It builds on the existing MOAP platform, but moves toward delivering a common device look and feel — more akin to S60 and UIQ. [p.6.]

Smart Devicewatch

Issue: 2008.04
Covering: 16 April to 14 May 2008
Published: May 2008
Next issue: June 2008

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BlackBerry Bold preaches to the faithful

Excerpt from Smart Devicewatch, issue 2008.04

Research in Motion (RIM) used its Wireless Enterprise Symposium (WES) to confirm details and a summer 2008 launch for its next-generation BlackBerry 9000 terminal, which is branded as the Bold. Highlights include support for HSDPA (3.5G), GPS, and Wi-Fi. The formal details were preceded by an in-depth sneak preview on CrackBerry.com, which suggests that RIM’s first 3.5G device will be a feature-packed device likely to prove a hit with the vendor’s core customer segments. The form factor is very similar to the Curve, possibly slightly larger (taller, wider, and heavier, but also thinner), and with a jazzed up exterior design (“Sleek, shiny, and sharp in design”), featuring a chrome-style frame on the front. Operator pricing of $300-$500 is predicted. Investors and commentators reacted positively to the unveiling. Read more

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