Archive for May, 2005

Nokia to Bring “Space Shooter” to Mobile Gaming World

Massively Multi-Player Online Game to Hit Java Phones Through the Nokia SNAP Mobile Service Later This Year Nokia, the leader in mobile communications, announced today that hundreds of thousands of players will soon be able to connect through "Space Shooter" (working title), a massively multi-player online game (MMOG), available on selected Java-enabled cell phones through the Nokia SNAP Mobile service. Building on the success of Nokia's first Java MMOG, "Pocket Kingdom," this persistent online co-operative 3D game pits humanity against alien hordes in the backdrop of outer space.  "Our users told us they wanted deeper gameplay in the Java domain, so we're harnessing the power of Java ...

Posted on 16th May 2005
Under: Games, Java, Nokia |

Nokia Set to Launch New 3D Pool Game on Java Cell Phones

New Pool Game to Offer 3D, Connected Gaming Fun Through the Nokia SNAP Mobile Service Nokia, the leader in mobile communications, announced today the launch of a new game "3D Pool"(working title), expected to be available later this year on selected Java-enabled cell phones through Nokia SNAP (Scalable Network Application Package) Mobile service. One of several connected games Nokia SNAP Mobile has planned for Java-based phones, this new pool game redefines the billiards genre with its 3D visuals and online community features. "Our goal at Nokia SNAP Mobile is to deliver users a new way to play games and be connected with their friends, said Lisa Waits, ...

Posted on 16th May 2005
Under: Games, Java, Nokia, Uncategorized |

Sprint Gives Mobile Games an Extreme Makeover With New Categories and 3D Games

Sprint Also Announces That Three Games Have Earned 'Double-Platinum' or 'Gold' Status Based on Downloads Sprint (NYSE:FON) ups the fun factor of its mobile games by launching several new 3D games, offering new game categories, and celebrating one game reaching "double-platinum" status and two games earning "gold" status based on number of purchases. 3D Games Sprint is now offering four 3D games that are available nationwide on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network and plans to have several more 3D titles available by summer. The games will show off the stunning visual elements of Sprint's first two 3D-capable phones, the Sprint PCS Vision(SM) Multimedia Phone MM-535 by LG(R) and ...

Posted on 16th May 2005
Under: Games, Sprint |

LG Mobile Phones announces the launch of the new EDGE-capable A7110 handset

Today LG Mobile Phones announced the launch of the new EDGE-capable A7110 handset from LG and Cingular Wireless. The A7110's sliding form factor sets this phone apart from the rest and EDGE Class 10 download speeds lend it the advanced capabilities to match its sleek design. The A7110 features an integrated camera/camcorder with rotating lens for snapping pictures and recording up to 30 minutes of continuous video. When you need a break from taking your own videos, download and play video clips at EDGE speeds with the A7110's Video-On-Demand capability. For staying connected, wherever you are, the A7110 features one-touch mobile instant messaging and the latest ...

Posted on 11th May 2005
Under: Cingular, EDGE, Handsfree, LG, Uncategorized |

Fame and Fortune Await Winner of the Nokia NBA 2K5 Championship Online Tournament

Nokia Teams With 2K Sports and Their NBA 2K5 Video Game to Award $10,000 and Appearance on ESPN2's Cold Pizza and NBA TV as Part of Nokia 6255i Phone Media Launch Gamers from across the United States now have the opportunity to earn the crown of king or queen of the virtual hardwood in the Nokia (NYSE:NOK) NBA 2K5 Championship online tournament. Along with the prestige of being the undisputed national champion of NBA 2K5, the winner will pocket $10,000 and appear live on ESPN2's Cold Pizza and NBA TV. Registration is now open at http://nokia.nba2k5.com/ or NBA.com and runs through May 21st. The online tournament is ...

Posted on 10th May 2005
Under: Games, Nokia, Uncategorized |

THQ Wireless and Games Workshop Announce Warhammer 40,000 Space Hulk for Mobile Phones

THQ Wireless Inc., a subsidiary of THQ Inc. (Nasdaq:THQI), today announced that it has acquired a licence from Games Workshop® to launch a mobile game set in the critically acclaimed Warhammer® 40,000 universe. Titled Warhammer® 40,000 Space Hulk®, the game is set in a dark gothic sci-fi future and is expected to be available through leading carriers worldwide, from Summer 2005.>The deep single player experience is set in a forbidding abandoned space ship teeming with aliens, weapons and mayhem. Space Hulk® is part of the instantly recognisable Warhammer 40,000 brand, and is based on Games Workshop’s classic board game of the same name from the ...

Posted on 9th May 2005
Under: Games, Uncategorized, Wireless |

Audiovox SMT 5600 – World’s Smallest Windows Mobile-based Smartphone Now Available Through Cingular

Cingular Wireless, the largest wireless carrier in the United States, and UTStarcom Personal Communications Division (formerly Audiovox Communications Corp.), a division of UTStarcom, Inc. (NASDAQ:UTSI), today announced the availability of the Audiovox SMT 5600 Smartphone to all Cingular Wireless customers.The Audiovox SMT 5600, a Microsoft Windows Mobile-based handset, has proven to be a favorite with users and has received numerous accolades from the industry, winning both critical acclaim and industry awards. PC Magazine named the Audiovox SMT 5600 as an "Editors Choice" in December 2004, January 2005, February 2005 and March 2005. It also received a "Girl's Best Friend Award" at the International Consumer Electronics ...

Posted on 4th May 2005
Under: Audio, Cingular, Smartphone, Windows Mobile, Wireless |

Take a Closer Look! Motorola Ojo(TM) Personal Video Phone Now Available at Retail

Visit One of the High-End Retailers Launching the Revolutionary Videophone to See First-Hand How Motorola Ojo Is Changing the Face of Personal Communications Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) today announced the availability of the award-winning Motorola Ojo(TM) Personal Video Phone. Consumers can now order the world's first true-to-life videophone through http://www.motorola.com/ojo and from premium retail locations throughout the United States beginning later this month. The Motorola Ojo(TM) Personal Video Phone makes it easy to share special moments and feel close to people important to you, even when you can't physically be together. The phone sends face-to-face conversations -- complete with full-motion video and synchronized audio -- ...

Posted on 2nd May 2005
Under: Motorola, Video |