The 700 MHz Auction Has Ended
March 18, 2008 Category: Cell Phones, Internet, Technology No Comments »
$19.5 billion is what it took to buy all the blocks on the 700 MHz spectrum up for auction–except the D-blcok, which did not meet the public reserve. Verizon appears to be the 50-statewide c-block for almost $4.8 billion, as predicted, and the government has a D-block to dispose of. Hopefully Verizon will put up their 4G and possibly GSM-based, LTE network as well. Or, nationwide access to Wifi for us internet addicted folks. [Engadget]
Make Calls Without Talking
March 13, 2008 Category: Cell Phones, Technology No Comments »
Ambient Corp is demonstrating a new product, dubbed Audeo, it is capable of vocalizing nerve signals to the vocal chords. All the user has to do is wear the neckband and think about voicing their thoughts. The device will then pick up the signals and produce the desired sound(s), after some processing delay of course. Currently, this is able to produce 150 words and phrases, and there is phenome-based system in the works, which will allow the user to speak anything. Aimed at those who have lost the ability to speak say from Lou Gehrig’s Disease, Audeo may also be the final solution to the annoying cell phone user sitting next to you on the [insert mass tranportation system]. Follow the link for a video of this amazing device in action. [Engadget]
Gigabyte Introduces the Real Windows Mobile Competition
March 10, 2008 Category: Cell Phones, Technology No Comments »
The feature-rich Gigabyte GSmart MS808 is finally bringing some competition from the Windows Mobile phones. Featuring Windows Mobile 6.1, the phone is pretty much compatible with networks in every country around the world. Of course US CDMA is not supported, but GSM is. Along with all the network compatibility, the GSmart specs include GPS, digital TV/radio support, Wifi B/G and a 3 mega pixel autofocus camera, which is all managed with a 2.8" VGA touchscreen. This beauty is slated to be released as early as the 2Q. Follow the link for more info and the sexy gallery. [Akihabara News]
New iPhone/iPod Touch?
March 7, 2008 Category: Apple, Cell Phones No Comments »
Is this an image of the new iPhone or iPod Touch? This appeared on an iTunes Store page where there is usually and iPhone or iPod Touch… I would definitely be excited in my pants if this was the new design. I have been wanting lesser vertical dimensions than the current model. [iLounge]
iPhone SDK Chime In
March 7, 2008 Category: Apple, Cell Phones No Comments »
I could not go without my putting in some of my thoughts on the new SDK (software development kit) that was officially announced yesterday, at Apple headquarters in Cupertino. There has definitely been a lot of excitement in the tech world for this SDK and I think Jobs’ and Apple have released the best mobile platform to date, and yesterday’s news is yet another feather in the their cap. There is finally all of the features like secure connections and Exchange support that have been holding business users, and even myself, back (colleges use Exchange too). Still waiting for 3G, I am thrilled that there will be plenty of software developed by the time my contract is up in early August. I can not wait to see what developers come up with! I am not going to write up a detailed article on the features, but I will put the link to the keynote at the end (a flash version will be hosted here soon). Also, check my usual favs Gizmodo, Apple Insider and Engadget for more in depth analysis. [Apple]
BBC Android Video
February 28, 2008 Category: Cell Phones No Comments »
Android top man, Andy Rubin, shows off some of the OS’s feature to the BBC’s Darren Waters. The video below is definitely worth a watch. Especially if you are a Verizon Wireless customer hoping the new Open Device initiative will feature wonderful new Android phones. [BBC]
