Archive for the 'Games' Category
As Google prepares to win over prospective Android developers at next week's Game Developers' Conference in San Francisco -- the largest event of its kind -- Mplayit's latest data from its cross-platform app store on Facebook shows that games are four times as popular among iPhone users than among the Android user base. BlackBerry users are twice as likely to be looking for game content than Android users, despite the device's strong business reputation[1].
"Android is a powerful platform of compelling APIs, but Google needs to persuade both gamers and game developers to get on board," said ...
Posted on 6th March 2010
Under: Apple, BlackBerry, Browser, Games, Google |
Consumers will spend $6.2 billion in 2010 in mobile application stores while advertising revenue is expected to generate $0.6 billion worldwide, according to Gartner, Inc. Analysts said mobile application stores will exceed 4.5 billion downloads in 2010, eight out of ten of which will be free to end users.
Gartner forecasts worldwide downloads in mobile application stores to surpass 21.6 billion by 2013. Free downloads will account for 82 per cent of all downloads in 2010, and will account for 87 per cent of downloads in 2013.
“As smartphones grow in popularity and application stores become the focus ...
Posted on 20th January 2010
Under: Games, Smartphone, Technology |
The GSMA today announced that the CEOs of the world's leading communications companies, including Alcatel-Lucent, China Unicom, Ericsson, Google, Huawei, KDDI, Telefonica and Vodafone, will deliver keynote presentations at the 2010 Mobile World Congress, which will be held 15-18 February, 2010 in Barcelona. The GSMA also introduced App Planet, a new "event within an event" focusing on mobile application developers, which will be held at Mobile World Congress.
"The mobile communications industry continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, creating new opportunities and introducing new participants across the entire value chain," said Michael O'Hara, chief marketing officer ...
Posted on 29th October 2009
Under: Alcatel, China, Ericsson, Games, Google, RIM, Vodafone |
LTE will transform the mobile-broadband user experience, providing the ultra-high data speeds anywhere, anytime. LTE will bring unparalleled services such as Internet TV, mobile video blogging, on-line video games and high speed mobile business environment. Commercial LTE networks scheduled to offer services to consumers in 2010 will bring data rates far above what is possible in today's mobile broadband networks allowing users to stay connected and enjoy seamless, high-quality, online services even while on the move. Samsung and Ericsson have together developed necessary procedures to accomplish this end to end integration program. Through extensive testing in ...
Posted on 24th October 2009
Under: Ericsson, Games, Internet, Samsung, Technology |
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the launch of the all-new 2010 GTI via the App Store by making available a free version of the popular Firemint Real Racing game that exclusively features the all-new 2010 GTI. This is the first time an automotive manufacturer has used the App Store to launch a new vehicle. Additionally, users of the Real Racing GTI App in the U.S. can compete for the chance to win one of six, limited-edition 2010 GTIs that are fully-customized inside and out.
The free Real Racing GTI App is available worldwide and spares no ...
Posted on 23rd October 2009
Under: Apple, Games, Multimedia, Music, YouTube |
América Móvil and Nokia announced today a partnership to bring Ovi Store by Nokia, an evolving media service that consolidates Nokia's existing content services into a one-stop-shop for content, to mobile customers in Latin America. In an innovative effort to extend mobile device and technology choices to more users in the region, America Móvil customers will be able to download and purchase apps, videos, ringtones or games from Ovi Store in a seamless and easy way.
The Ovi Store service will be available to América Móvil customers in Latin America later this year through Nokia's flagship device, ...
Posted on 4th September 2009
Under: Games, Music, Nokia |
Sony Ericsson launches the Panel SDK in a drive to encourage developers to create content for the XPERIA™ X2. The eye-catching interface includes a new range of interactive Panels on the home screen offering business, fun and communication features. By providing unparalleled real estate and marketing visibility, the Panel interface makes the developer central to the user experience.
The Panel SDK includes a Panelizer which turns existing Flash, Java and Windows Mobile® applications into Panels for the XPERIA™ X2, and a native software development kit which allows developers to be the first to create panels for the ...
Posted on 4th September 2009
Under: Games, Java, Sony Ericsson, Windows Mobile |
T-Mobile USA, Inc., and HTC Corp. today announced the upcoming availability of the HTC Touch Pro2™, a powerful, stylish device with an intuitive touch screen and user interface that enables customers to simplify their communication and mobile Internet experience while staying connected, informed and in control of work and life. The device will be available in a mocha finish to T-Mobile customers beginning Aug. 12.
Enabled for T-Mobile’s expanding high-speed 3G network and Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g), the HTC Touch Pro2 offers fast data delivery and an enhanced Web-browsing experience along with popular features such as built-in GPS ...
Posted on 29th July 2009
Under: 3G, Bluetooth, Browser, Games, HTC, Music, Smartphone, T-Mobile, WiFi |
Sony Ericsson today announced plans to extend its mobile Java™ Platform into its entry 3G mobile phone portfolio. This means that games, applications and content developed on the Sony Ericsson Java™ Platform will provide a compelling business opportunity for developers who can now extend content creation for consumers in the entry 3G segment, widely recognized as a future growth area of the market.
“Sony Ericsson has made significant investments in the development of its mobile Java™ Platform, which has enabled an exceptional user-experience and consistent performance. We are confident that extending the Java™ Platform to a much ...
Posted on 5th June 2009
Under: 3G, Games, Java, Sony Ericsson |
NVIDIA Corporation and industry partners unveiled 12 new high-definition mobile Internet devices (MIDs) all powered by the NVIDIA® Tegra™ processor, the world’s smallest and lowest power computer-on-a-chip. These new Tegra-based devices, which include netbooks and tablets, deliver desktop-class Internet browsing with Flash video and animation acceleration, and up to 1080p video playback. NVIDIA Tegra processors feature always-on operation for instant access to the Internet, which compares to that of cell phone-class power management, and up to 5x the battery life of current netbooks—making days of HD mobile Internet experiences a reality.
“The mobile computing revolution has arrived,” ...
Posted on 5th June 2009
Under: 3G, Adobe, Browser, Ericsson, Games, Internet, Java, Multimedia, Music, Qualcomm, Video, WiFi, Wimax |
Today Sony Ericsson launches Yari the ultimate phone for mobile fun, whether it's gaming you're after or multimedia action. Nothing to hold, nothing to twist - except your body - gesture gaming technology gives users a unique gaming experience no matter where they are. With a variety of games to choose from, whether you want to keep fit and stay in shape or just want to beat your best score at tennis or boxing, Yari brings you fun wherever you are.
And with Yari there's always a new game to play. In addition to gesture games, there ...
Posted on 31st May 2009
Under: EDGE, Games, Multimedia, Music, SMS, Sony Ericsson, Technology, Umts |
According to a new study released by research and consultation firm Frank N. Magid Associates, 51 percent of mobile phone users access content using their mobile phone on a weekly basis. What's more, mobile content users spend about the same amount of time with content (39 minutes), as the average user does texting (38 minutes) or talking on their mobile phone (44 minutes). Consumers are no longer just using their phones for communication. Instead, these adopters of the mobile lifestyle are using their phones to keep in touch with and manage the entertainment, news, and social ...
Posted on 17th May 2009
Under: Apple, BlackBerry, Games, Internet, Smartphone, Video, Windows Mobile |
Shake things up with MOTO W7 Active Edition, a motion-enabled 3G(1) mobile device announced today by Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT - News). Designed for those who want a "moving" phone experience, MOTO W7 is equipped with an accelerometer that senses your body's motions, orientation and hand gestures to perform tasks.
"For those who are always on the move, the MOTO W7 Active Edition is designed to keep up with the pace," said Alain Mutricy, senior vice president, Motorola Mobile Devices. "The accelerometer technologies put a new spin on the traditional relationship we have with our phone by ...
Posted on 13th May 2009
Under: Games, Motorola, Music, Technology, Video, YouTube |
"When Glu Mobile launched an ad campaign in February to sell its wireless games, the company at first ran ads on five mobile Internet networks, including those managed by Google and Yahoo."
Posted on 6th May 2009
Under: Games, Google, Internet, Wireless, Yahoo |
Direct and indirect revenues from mobile applications are expected to exceed $25bn by 2014, with growth fueled by a raft of store launches targeting both high-end and mass market handsets, according to a new report from Juniper Research.
The mobile applications report found that while the overwhelming majority of application (app) revenues are currently accrued from one-off downloads, the increasing utilization of in-app billing to enable incremental revenues from additional mobile content will see value-added services (VAS) providing the dominant revenue stream by 2011. It also noted that many Tier 1 operators would seek to deploy their ...
Posted on 29th April 2009
Under: Games, Multimedia |
The Nokia E75 has arrived in stores, bringing the company's best efficiency and productivity solution to the market. The new arrival is the first device to ship with the new email user interface, offering full desktop email functionality, and complete integration of Nokia's email and messaging services.
Made from the quality materials one expects from Nokia Eseries, the Nokia E75 has a slide out QWERTY keyboard and efficient three-step email setup. This simplicity is achieved with the integration of Nokia Messaging, which ships with a device for the first time in the Nokia E75. Nokia Messaging is ...
Posted on 6th April 2009
Under: Email, Games, Google, Internet, MMS, MSN, Microsoft, Nokia, SMS, Yahoo |
Gameloft, a leading developer and publisher of downloadable video games, today announced their support and participation in the BlackBerry App World(TM) launch. Gameloft is launching 95 games on BlackBerry App World.
"Gameloft is pleased to once again work with RIM to bring our games to BlackBerry smartphones, making them entertain as well as they connect," said Michel Guillemot, president, Gameloft. "We believe BlackBerry App World is an excellent channel of digital distribution for Gameloft titles."
Gameloft is offering a series of titles ranging from exciting new releases like Oregon Trail as well as classic blockbusters like Block Breaker ...
Posted on 1st April 2009
Under: BlackBerry, Games |
LTE next generation technology is set to revolutionise mobile broadband services with dramatically increased speeds for both businesses and consumers over the next five years, a new study from Juniper Research concluded.
The Juniper Research report found that revenues from LTE mobile broadband subscribers will exceed $70 billion globally by 2014.
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Juniper Research found that this exciting technology will create a new connected era for devices such as portable games consoles and digital cameras, with vendors already eyeing the prospects. In this way, LTE will bridge the gap between the mobile and consumer electronics worlds.
Challenges ...
Posted on 1st April 2009
Under: China, Games, Technology |
Boost Mobile, the prepaid division of Sprint Corporation, offering quality wireless phones and flexible service options with no long-term contracts or activation fees, today announced it has expanded its retail distribution into 2,400 additional stores, bringing its total presence into more than 4,200 RadioShack stores nationwide. As a result, Boost Mobile's new Monthly Unlimited® plan, which provides consumers unlimited nationwide calling, text messaging, wireless Web and walkie-talkie services for $50 per month, is available at RadioShack locations across the U.S. beginning Feb. 16.
"RadioShack's nationwide store footprint, coupled with Boost's national network, is a perfect partnership, offering ...
Posted on 11th February 2009
Under: Bluetooth, Games, Motorola, Nextel, Yahoo |
Virgin Mobile USA has announced the first contract 3G handset in its 2009 line-up, the long-awaited Helio Ocean 2 by Virgin Mobile. A sleek, soft-edge dual slider, the new Ocean 2 boasts slimmer lines and a larger screen than its predecessor.
With easy access to popular messaging and social networks and sites, the Ocean 2 by Virgin Mobile will be on sale for $149 at www.virginmobileusa.com beginning February 12, 2009. The handset will also be available at select retailers. The Helio Ocean 2 is produced exclusively for Virgin Mobile USA by Personal Communications Devices, LLC (PCD).
Virgin Mobile ...
Posted on 3rd February 2009
Under: Bluetooth, GPS, Games, Helio, Internet, Microsoft, Opera, Video |
