There is yet another new and exciting development in the world of consumer VoIP, but for once it isn’t Skype that has taken the lead. Like Skype, Barablu lets users make PC-to-PC calls, but they take it a step further by also offering mobile to mobile calls. Using a compatible GSM phone with Wi-Fi enabled, people can access the VoIP service over a wireless LAN. Calls to other wireless users are then free, but only if they are also Barablu members. Currently, both the Nokia 9500 and i-mate SP5 and SP5m phones are compatible. You just need to download a dialer to your mobile and get registered. You can also make free calls to PCs or anything else you could do with a regular account from your mobile. You can make calls to non-Barablu users as well using the Barablue world account or receive calls from non-users, though there is obviously a fee for both services. via mobilemag.com
Pictures of the Palm OS Emulator on ALP
PDAExpertos caught a glimpse of a preview version of the ACCESS Linux Platform at 3GSM. They have published an article on ALP and got a picture of the ALP Palm OS emulator running on a smartphone. The phone is a Haier N60 phone that is sold in China and normally uses a version of Linux. What is not shown in the photos is the new MAX user interface, which is the main UI and features a new look and features. via palminfocenter.com
Personality Psychology for PPCs updated (v1.4) to support Treo 700w!
A huge pack of personality test & games presented in a pleasant / funny way. By these Psychology tests & games you can realize much more about yourself and about your companion (Sexual partner). You can analyze your personality and find out what is on your mind.You can use this program to understand yourself, to find more about a close person or to have fun with your friends. You can even impress someone by its accurate results. —16/Feb/2006 UPDATE (v1.4) —* WM 2005 full support* Treo 700w tuned!* Tuned for all 240×240 Pocket PCs* Tuned for all 480×480 Pocket PCs* Windows installer updated.* Added: “The Color Test”. Check it here:
Nokia ships first 3G WCDMA smartphone to Japan
Nokia is shipping their first FOMA 3G WCDMA smartphone to NTT DoCoMo in Japan. The dual mode global roamer is scheduled to hit store shelves February 24th, it uses DoCoMo’s international roaming service ‘World Wing’, and adds videophone capabilities no matter where you are to other users with the same handset. The Nokia NM850iG is a hot handset for business trips and overseas travelers, it also has 3G, EDGE on the S60 platform. A 1.3 megapixel camera will let you snap some OK pics on your travels, there is some internal memory but RS-MMC expansion is what you will rely on.Measuring in at 110 x 60 x 21mm and weighing 129 grams, no price is set yetfor this tri-band Symbian FOMA phone. via mobilemag.com
3GSM Congress 2006. LG exotics and the third generation
“For LG, the year of 2005 became the very decisive one, as the company began to aim at manufacturing products distinguishable from the other handsets, though it hasn’t brought any considerable benefits so far, this fact alone is worthy of respect. Though this time not so many new models for the mass GSM-market were introduced. Products aimed at the Korean market and 3G models were of the greater interest.” Find out more about LG new phones here:
Microsoft Bluetooth Stack friendly multiplayer game is out!
Herocraft is happy to announce that a new version of Battle Cake for Windows Mobile 5.0, Pocket PC & Smartphone 2003, Palm OS 5.x, Symbian Series 60 & UIQ is now available for download!This version includes :Improved multiplayer game mode – now more less net lags!Add new multiplayer game mode – Capture The Flag with 7 new maps.Add new multiplayer game mode – Team play.Add different computer opponents to all multiplayer game modes.Add new single game mode – Survival.On Palm we have done big memory optimizations to fit game in strong low RAM limits. Now game can be run on most Palm OS 5.x.Add support Windows Mobile 5.0 devices.Game price dropped more than 40%. Now Battle Cake available only for 6.95 USD.
Dlmag.com Reviews the TORQ P120 (ETEN M600)
“As a new entry in the competitive smartphone market the TORQ P120 offers a lot of capability in a compact, attractive package. Integrating the functions of a PDA, GSM/GPRS network phone, Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, and a 1.3 megapixel camera, the P120 elegantly covers all the bases for the mobile professional.The P120 builds on the features of its predecessor the P100 model. With a style change from silver to a cool black case, and the addition of 802.11b wireless networking the P120 is a much more capable portable device. This plus the incorporation of the Windows Mobile 5 OS vastly improves functionality. The software and user interface has been well thought out, and the P120 is easy to use right out of the box with a convenient Quick Start Guide brochure to get you started.” via dlmag.com Click to view video review of the TORQ P120 [31MB QuickTime]Click to download video review of the TORQ P120 [43.24MB Windows Media]Click to download video review of the TORQ P120 [73.97MB iPod]Click to download video review of the TORQ P120 [6.95MB cell phones]
Mobile High Speed Updated
Nova Media has updated its mobile connection wizard software to version 5.3.3, introducing support for more mobile phones and network operators. Mobile High Speed makes pairing bluetooth mobile phones simple and supports many models and networks that are not even included in the standard process. Mobile High Speed for Palm OS will configure any Palm OS 4.x or 5.x device to go online in seconds supporting most mobile phones from many manufacturers like Motorola, Nokia, Siemens and Sony Ericsson. Featuring a one-click connection to the Internet, the Software includes more than 200 settings to establish 3G UMTS, EDGE and GPRS connections with most network operators worlwide. In addition, Mobile High Speed features telephone drivers to send and receive SMS messages, tab-dial to dial a number selected in the address book, a feature to establish conference calls and see all relevant mobile phone and network information on a glance. The new release is now compatible with the Siemens S75 and Siemens SL75, Sony Ericsson W900i as well as Motorola L7 SLVR and Motorola V360 phones. In addition, connection settings for new network operators in Germany, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are included. Mobile High Speed v5.3.3 for Palm OS is compatible with all Palm OS Handhelds running Palm OS 4.x and 5.x except the Tungsten W. The fully registered version sells for $24.95 and a demo version is available for download. (15% off with coupon PALMINFO until Mar 1st) via palminfocenter.com
Skype 2.0 is out for Pocket PC!
A huge jump from version 1.2, Skype has just released the Skype 2.0 for pocket pc.The minimum requirements to run Skype for Pocket PC 2.0 are: * OS: Windows Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC or Pocket PC 2003 * Display: 320×240, 640×480 (portrait or landscape), 240×240, 480×480 * CPU: 312Mhz + (Optimized sound quality versions for Intel Xscale, 312Mhz and for 400MHz+), b * Network: WiFi, 3G or EDGE Change log (including beta version) * bugfix: After ignoring the call, Skype is still ringing * bugfix: Call to device phonebook entry is started from Skype addressbar * bugfix: callto: link doesn’t work * bugfix: Info icon instead of missed chat icon * bugfix: Received Contact List icon is not displayed * bugfix: During a call, from call menu show profile and add contact don’t work * bugfix: Buttons on ‘Received contacts’ screen are not accessible in Landscape mode * 26.01.2005 Skype for Pocket PC 2.0 beta * feature: Automatic data connection, if no WiFi connection is available * change: Skype for PPC graphics updated to 2.0 style * change: ContactList sorting * bugfix: Incoming chat and call privacy options * bugfix: Impossible to cancel login when in ‘connecting’ mode * bugfix: Missed call notification not displayed for SkypeIn call * bugfix: Skype crashes after 2nd calling to PC and PPC user * bugfix: Chinese languages interchanged * bugfix: Skype stays in connecting mode * bugfix: ‘Call’ and ‘Chat’ buttons are enabled when user is not logged in * bugfix: Received ContactList is not authorized * bugfix: Second authorization request will block accepting first request * bugfix: Registering a new user, doesn’t sign in * bugfix: Login page shown before EULA Get it here
Virgin Mobile going with DAB TV
More news out of Barcelona, and this time it comes from Virgin Mobile. The company was showing off a funky looking multimedia phone that can do DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) TV. The handset was created by HTC, a company well known for pumping out original designs and high functionality in packages that never carry its branding, and is known as the Trilogy, though that name may by changed by Virgin before launch. This handy little handset is running on the very popular Windows Mobile 5.0, and shows off all its DAB TV goodness on a large-ish 2.2-inch display. The integrated 1.3 megapixel camera is adequate, and expansion comes in the way of a micro SD slot. You can probably expect all the usual bells and whistles like MP3 playback and whatnot as well. Give that hard button the side a touch, and you can instantly access all sorts of digital television, though Virgin Mobile hasn’t made any specific mention of what programming they’ll be carrying. Word on the street is that this UK release will be showing Sky and Channel Four.