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fring adds VoIP video calls on selected S60 devices

Damian Koh | Nov 25, 2009

(Credit: All About Symbian)

fring, one of our favorite multi-instant messaging and VoIP applications, has just added support for video calls over the Internet.

The new embedded feature lets users make video calls to other fring users and Skype numbers via Wi-Fi or 3G. Only a few Symbian S60 devices currently support the new build, but we're sure the company will enable this across more devices and platforms soon.

So, for now, it seems Nokia X6, N97 mini, N97, 5800 XpressMusic, 8GB N95 and N95 users get first taste of the new feature.
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4iThumbs is a "hardware" keyboard for iPhone

John Chan | Nov 25, 2009

The bumps on the overlay that give tactile feedback.
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Here's an interesting bit of kit for the iPhone, the 4iThumbs overlay. Essentially a screen protector, the 4iThumbs has raised bumps that match each key on the iPhone's onscreen keyboard. The advantage, according to the makers, is tactile feedback so you don't have to look at the screen to know where your finger is, supposedly emulating the typing experience on a BlackBerry or Treo smartphone.
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Nokia announces new stylish sliders

John Chan | Nov 24, 2009

Today, Nokia announced two new mobile phones, the 6700 slide and 7230. These may not be packed to the gills with features, but look to be nice additions to the company's midrange mobile phone portfolio that contributes greatly to its market leader position.

The 6700 classic was a very stylish mobile phone and the slide version looks to carry on that image in a different form factor. Features include an aluminum finish with a choice of six colors (pictured right), 3G connectivity and a 5-megapixel camera. Interestingly, though its design is a main pull factor like the classic, the 6700 slide is equipped with the S60 3rd edition smartphone operating system. This makes it suitable for those with more advanced needs.

The 7230 is another slider based on the lower-end S40 user interface. It also has 3G and a lower-resolution 3.2-megapixel camera. Expect both devices to reach Asia in Q1 2010. Prices have yet to be announced.

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Google Maps Navigation now on Android 1.6

Bonnie Cha | Nov 24, 2009

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One of the highlights of Android 2.0 has been the Google Maps Navigation app that delivers voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation on your phone for free. Until now, only Motorola Droid owners could take advantage of this sweet perk, but times they are a-changing.

On Monday, Google announced that its navigation app is now available for devices running Android 1.6 and higher, including the T-Mobile G1 and T-Mobile MyTouch 3G. While still in beta, the app provides voice-guided directions between two points, traffic information, and business searches.

This release also includes a new Layers feature that lets you overlay more information on the map, such as transit lines and Wikipedia articles about places, but it does not support the "Navigate to" voice command feature found on Android 2.0, so you'll have to input all your destinations using your phone's keyboard.

Google Maps Navigation for Android 1.6 is now available for download from the Android Market. Unlike other navigation apps or location-based services from the likes of TomTom, Garmin, and TeleNav, you don't have to pay a one-time fee or monthly subscription to use Google Maps Navigation. All you need is a data connection and you're good to go.

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HTC HD2 to get Windows Mobile 7?

John Chan | Nov 23, 2009

Even though Windows Mobile (WM) 6.5 was launched only recently, there has been much talk about the next major release, WM7. Though Microsoft has not officially announced the next version, MSMobiles is reporting that the HTC HD2 will enjoy an official update come next year. That's a pretty bold statement to make, considering neither Microsoft nor HTC has anything to say about the matter.

But we can see why such a rumor has been conceived. The HD2 is the first WM device with a capacitive touchscreen that supports multitouch, a feature WM7 will need to implement to keep up with the competition. Furthermore, the HD2 comes with a fast processor and 448MB of RAM, more than any other smartphone currently on the market. It's easy to assume that HTC has over-specced the HD2 in preparation for something more demanding than WM6.5.
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