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No ♥ for High-end Mobile Apps
Thought I’d share this interesting report from Accenture about mobile phone app utilization that claims higher-end applications remain vastly under-used by U.S. consumers. Funny, I think Apple iPhone users might disagree. The report found that 88 percent of U.S. consumers said they never use their mobile phones or other mobile devices to watch videos. That is high, but expected since most mobile phones can’t even play videos. My main phone, a Windows Mobile 6.1 smart phone doesn’t even natively support Youtube Flash videos using Pocket Internet Explorer. I did install Skyfire though, which adds pretty respectable video performance. I was able to watch Youtube videos on my Windows Mobile with pretty decent video quality, but of course I’m not the ‘typical’ mobile phone user.
The report adds that 84 percent said they never use their mobile phones or mobile devices to send email. Say what? Email is only 4 pts better than video? I would have expected email penetration to be much better, especially with all the Blackberry phones. People want email access on their phone more than any other app, but maybe that’s just my opinion. Further, the report says 79 percent said they never employ them to play games on the go. So more people played games on their phone than sent email? You’ve got to be kidding me. How is that possible? I suppose many phones come with cheezy built-in games, which might skew the results.
Anyway, read the report for yourself…
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Tags: accenture, Apple, consumers, iphone, mobile applications, mobile apps, mobile phone, skyfire, U.S.
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Jazinga
Jazinga launched its entry into the SMB PBX space after winning the Best of Show Award at Internet Telephony Conference & EXPO. Jazinga’s box is about the size of a D-Link router, but is more that a wireless access point and QOS router. It is a full fledged, SIP-capable IP-PBX that can use IP Phones or Plain old RJ11 phones. (You know those ugly ones on your desk now).
One big selling point is the easy configuration, which comes from a consumer focus that means you don’t need an IT gal or a PBX guy to set it up or manage it. Jazinga claims that the DIY set-up time is about 10 minutes after you plug your IP or PSTN phones in.
It’s a space-saver too. Router and wireless access point rolled into the PBX. (The router even prioritizes voice traffic). Other features include an auto-attendant, voice mail, conferencing, call forwarding, on-hold music - all for 20 or less users. The Jazinga system is available directly from the company and its channel partners for a $1,095.
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Cell Phones Will Take over GPS Market
Cell phones will replace the personal navigation device (PND) as the primary GPS device by 2011, according to the research firm iSuppli.
The firm predicted that cell phones will then account for 36% of the GPS market, compared with 30% for PNDs, which today account for 50% of global navigational units sold.
The report also predicted that price drops among PNDs will lead to smaller manufacturers selling out to larger hardware companies over the next year or two. (Doesn’t this happen in every gadget category?)
Reminds me how cell phones were going to replace digital cameras – don’t believe that has happened yet. But maybe GPS is a more easily stormed market …
More at TWICE.
Tags: cell phone, digital camera, gps, isuppli, twice
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Do We Need Another Format? Try slotMusic — Soon
In the latest attempt to shore up sales of music on physical media, SanDisk and the four major music companies have announced a new format called slotMusic.
SlotMusic will be introduced in mid-October at such retail outlets as Wal-Mart and Best Buy.
Each of these little babies will contain an album, plus extras, on a compact memory card that can be played on mobile phones, PCs and some portable MP3 players. The cards are inserted into vacant slots on phones and other devices. The slots are increasingly common on newer phones, but the placement of the slot depends on the phone model.
SanDisk is a maker of flash data storage card products.
People close to the record companies and retailers said they view the effort as an experiment.
The initial batch of releases will consist of 29 albums, mostly by current pop artists including Rihanna, Ne-Yo, Robin Thicke, New Kids on the Block, Weezer, Usher, Chris Brown, Akon and Leona Lewis. In a nod to older buyers, Elvis Presley is also represented.
The music will be sold in the MP3 format, without digital locks that prevent copying. An adapter will be included allowing users to transfer their music to PCs via their USB slots.
The albums are expected to cost $15 and are likely to be stocked by retailers near CDs and portable devices such as MP3 players and mobile phones.
More at the Wall Street Journal and TechCrunch.
Tags: best buy, elvis presley, mp3, sandisk, slotmusic, wal-mart
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Junction Networks Confirms Aastra IP Phones Compatible With OnSIP Hosted PBX Service
Some more good news coming out of ITEXPO. Junction Networks has confirmed that the popular Aastra phones work with their hosted PBX service called OnSIP. Junction Networks’ New York lab tested the Aastra 53i, 57i and the 57iCT model business phones for interoperability with the full range of OnSIP features and applications, including call waiting, call forwarding, auto attendant, caller ID, voice mail, do-not-disturb settings, and more.
Is it me or does it seem like Aastra phones are everywhere? They’re supported on SIP-based IP-PBX, Microsoft Response Point, Asterisk-based solutions, and more. Aastra is certainly on the ball when it comes to adding support to various phone systems - perhaps more so than other phone manufacturers.
Full release after the jump…
Tags: Aastra, hosted PBX, Junction Networks, OnSIP, SIP, VoIP
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Only Apple and RIM Can Make Good Smart Phones?
The U.S. market for smart phones continues to be a tough nut to crack for the established handset makers.
Top-tier players such as Nokia, Motorola and Samsung control 80% of the market for cell phones but have struggled in the U.S. to sell smart phones — phones that allow users to surf the Internet, send email and download music, among other advanced functions.
Often caught up satisfying carrier demands, handset makers have been slow to bring out products in this segment, opening the door for the likes of Research in Motion and Apple. And let’s not forget Palm.
(What’s in your pocket? Bet it’s one of those …)
Want to find out more about the trials and tribulations of this market? Check out the Wall Street Journal here.
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Free Those Trapped Cell Phone Photos!
Getting your great candid pictures off your camera phone is no easy matter — it should be so simple!
CNET gives us a couple of ways to do it. One of them has got to work!
The least labor-intensive way to rescue your pictures from being trapped on your phone is to send them to an e-mail address in a multimedia message. But as you know, this costs money, so you’ll be pleased to hear there are alternatives.
If your phone accepts a memory card, you can save your pictures to the card, then use the card to transfer the images. Most cell phones use smaller memory cards in a Micro SD or Mini SD card format, so if you don’t have an adapter, the cards won’t fit in most readers.
If you don’t have a memory card slot, you can use Bluetooth or an infrared port to send shots to another capable device. But be wary, because some carriers block some Bluetooth transfers on its phones.
Still another method is to use a USB cable that connects your cell phone with your computer. Not all phones have USB capability, so check to see if yours does. Also, USB transfers on some phones require software from the carrier or the manufacturer.
If your phone doesn’t come with any of the features, don’t despair, as you’re not out of luck. A final method is to invest in cell phone-syncing software. Although these products require an initial investment, it’s not an ongoing one, and you’ll be able to not only transfer photos but also sync your calendar, your contacts list, and your messages.
Tags: bluetooth, camera phone, cnet, memory card, micro sd, mini sd
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Fringe on FOX
Speaking of fring (blogged earlier today), there is a cool new TV series called Fringe which comes out this Fall created by American Emmy Award-winning film and television producer, writer, actor, composer, and director J.J. Abrams. J.J. Abrams also wrote and produced for the popular TV show Lost, including the opening sequence in the first episode of Lost where the plane breaks apart in mid-air.
Apparently Abrams hates planes since in the opening sequence in Fringe involves a plane that lands “intact” but all of its occupants are dead and the inside of the plane is bloody, dark, and eerie. The show definitely has an X-Files feel to it, which is fine by me, since I’m a huge X-Files fan. The trailer talks about exponential science advancements including re-animation, teleportation, genetics, etc.
The new show premieres September 9th at 8pm ET/PT and stars Joshua Jackson (Pacey from Dawson’s Creek) , Anna Torv, John Noble, Blair Brown, Lance Reddick, Kirk Acevedo, and Jasika Nicole. Fringe airs this Fall on FOX. So will this be just another X-Files rip-off or will it suck you in and and make you addicted? FOX has had me addicted to X-Files, 24, and now potentially Fringe so I can’t wait till the Fall! Smallville is another TV show I’m addicted to, but it’s been slowly going down-hill. Guess it’s run it’s course after 7 seasons, now in its 8th season.
Also, check out this other Fringe preview where a female FBI agent chases down a suspect. Some high-octane chasing, roof jumping, camera shaking action that will get your heart pumping.
Now as to what this has to do with VoIP. Well, Fringe is similar to fring, the mobile VoIP app. Ok, that’s a stretch. How bout, I’m excited to see how advanced scientific advancements are portrayed in the show, specifically regarding mobile phones and VoIP. Lest you forget, the show 24 had Cisco IP phones and even had a drunk guy hitting on Chloe using VoIP as a pickup line - “Whatdya got? A little voice over IP going on there?” So the new TV show, Fringe in order to be on the ‘bleeding edge’ should have wireless VoIP phones, miniature hidden in-ear Bluetooth headsets that work 1000 feet away for when the bad guy takes your phone away you can still covertly dial for help , or maybe even WIMAX phones or some other futuristic communications technology.
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Top Selling Mobile Phones for June
According to Swedish case maker Krusell, the Top 10 selling mobile phones in June 2008 were:
1. (8) Apple iPhone
2. (5) HTC Diamond
3. (3) Nokia E51
4. (2) Nokia 6300
5. (1) Nokia 3109
6. (9) LG KU990
7. (6) Nokia N95 8 GB
8. (4) Sony Ericsson K810i
9. (-) Sony Ericsson K530i
10. (10) Sony Ericsson W890i
() = Last month’s position.
At the moment, many companies in the Accessory industry are loading their warehouses with iPhone accessories just waiting for the European launch of the 3G version on July 11.
The list is based upon the number of pieces of model specific mobile and smart phone cases that have been ordered from Krusell during June 2008. Krusell’s list is unique due to the fact that it reflects the sales of phones on six continents and in more than 50 countries around the globe.
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Tags: Krusell, Apple iPhone, HTC Diamond, Nokia E51, Nokia 6300, Nokia 3109, LG KU990, Nokia N95, Sony Ericsson K810i, Sony Ericsson K530I.Sony Ericsson W890i
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