MTS has launched a new service called MTS mPOS (Mobile as Point of Sale) that offers acceptance of card-based payments through mobile phones and tablets. This service reduces the high hardware costs of a conventional POS terminal and the monthly maintenance charges and would be useful for useful for retailers, home-delivery based service models like e-commerce players, food chains etc. PayMate launched similar service and the app called PayPOS last month. Continue reading “MTS launches mPOS card payment acceptance service”
Apple launches new Podcasts app for iPhone and iPad
Apple has released a new standalone Podcasts app for iPhone and iPad. Apple announced the iOS 6 earlier this month that would not have the podcast feature inside the iTunes app, instead users can download this app to subscribe to and play your favorite podcasts. You can subscribe to podcasts from the wide catalog based on your country in over 40 languages. Continue reading “Apple launches new Podcasts app for iPhone and iPad”
Foursquare for BlackBerry v5.0 update brings new UI and features
Foursquare for BlackBerry has been updated to version 5.0 that brings new UI and features such as quickly like or comment on friend’s check-in, friends tab with swipeable photos, and more. The new Foursquare app for Android and iPhone released earlier this month. Continue reading “Foursquare for BlackBerry v5.0 update brings new UI and features”
MediaTek launches MT6577 dual-core platform aimed at sub-$200 Android 4.0 smartphones
Semiconductor manufacturer MediaTek has announced MT6577, a new dual-core platform developed specifically for sub-$200 smartphones. It features a dual 1GHz ARM Cortex A9 processor, PowerVR Series5 SGX GPU from Imagination Technologies and MediaTek’s proven 3G/HSPA modem. It runs on the latest Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) operating system. The company announced the MT6575 platform for low-mid range smartphones earlier this February that is currently shipping with major international brands such as Lenovo, TCL/Alcatel, and other Chinese OEMs. Continue reading “MediaTek launches MT6577 dual-core platform aimed at sub-$200 Android 4.0 smartphones”
LG launches Mobile TV app, lets you watch Live TV on the go
LG has launched the Mobile TV app for their Optimus phones. It lets you watch full-length movies in various languages, latest movie trailers, News, Bollywood entertainment, pre recorded cartoons and more over Wi-Fi, 2G or a 3G connection. You can also watch 70+ live TV Channels in India. Continue reading “LG launches Mobile TV app, lets you watch Live TV on the go”
Official Brave game for Java phones released in India
UTV Indiagames has launched the official java mobile game for Disney / Pixar’s Brave. The Brave animation movie released last week and Imangi Studios released the Temple Run Brave couple of weeks back for Android, iPhone and iPad. This one is quite different from the temple run version. Continue reading “Official Brave game for Java phones released in India”
Firefox for Android v14.0 brings Faster start-up, new UI, Flash support and more new features
Mozilla has updated the Firefox for Android app to version 14.0 that has streamlined look with a personalized start page, new Awesome Screen powered by Firefox Sync delivers all your browsing history, bookmarks, passwords, Adobe Flash support that lets you watch videos, play games and lots more features. The beta version was launched last month. Continue reading “Firefox for Android v14.0 brings Faster start-up, new UI, Flash support and more new features”
Tata Docomo launches new bundled plan for BlackBerry Curve 9320 and Curve 9320
Tata Docomo has launched monthly service plan for new BlackBerry Curve 9320 and BlackBerry Curve 9220 smartphones for GSM customers in India that offers free calls, SMS and BlackBerry Internet service. RIM launched the BlackBerry Curve 9200 in India in April and the Curve 9320 in May. Continue reading “Tata Docomo launches new bundled plan for BlackBerry Curve 9320 and Curve 9320”
Airtel Number Locker – Keep your mobile number active even if you are not using it
Airtel has launched Number Locker, a new service that would let you keep your number active even if you are not using it. You can also avail outgoing and incoming facilities during this period. The base plan starts at Rs. 150 that would let you keep you number active for 180 days (6 months) and goes up to 2 years for the Rs. 600 plan. Continue reading “Airtel Number Locker – Keep your mobile number active even if you are not using it”
Vodafone launches new International Roaming Pack with Unlimited Voice, Data and SMS
Vodafone India has launched a new international roaming pack that is applicable across 40 countries. This pack is available for a one-time rental fee of Rs. 1499 valid for 30 days that would offer Bundled Voice, SMS and Data services in one single pack. Continue reading “Vodafone launches new International Roaming Pack with Unlimited Voice, Data and SMS”
Lenovo IdeaPad Tablet K1 Review
Lenovo, the Chinese PC maker, has made its entry into the tablet space with two Android Honeycomb tablets – the Lenovo IdeaPad K1 and the Lenovo ThinkPad tablet. While the ThinkPad tablet is targeted more towards the enterprise user, the IdeaPad K1 is Lenovo’s mainstream consumer offering. Continue reading “Lenovo IdeaPad Tablet K1 Review”
Meizu MX Quad-core with Android 4.0 coming on June 30
Meizu MX Quad-core, successor of the Meizu MX would go on sale in Mainland China and Hong Kong on June 30, 2012. It has 4-inch (960 x 640 pixels) ASV display with 292 PPI, 1.4GHz quad-core Exynos processor, 8MP BSI camera with an f/2.2 lens, 1080p video recording and Flash. It would come Meizu’s customized Flyme OS 1.0 based on Android 4.0. Continue reading “Meizu MX Quad-core with Android 4.0 coming on June 30”
HTC Sensation XL Android 4.0 update starts rolling out in India
HTC India has announced on their Facebook Page that the Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) Over the Air (OTA) update is now rolling out in India. HTC announced the global Android 4.0 update schedule last month. This update would bring new features including HTC Sense 3.6, customizable launcher in the home-screen, new lock screen functions, music controls in the notification bar, new multi-tasking / recent apps screen and more new features. Continue reading “HTC Sensation XL Android 4.0 update starts rolling out in India”
Airtel Rising Stars launched to hunt the best under-16 soccer players across India
Airtel has launched, Airtel Rising Stars, a new under-16 soccer talent hunt that would choose 12 talented footballers who will get the chance-to attend a week long training camp with Manchester United in Old Trafford, England. Starting mid-July 2012, this 3-months long talent hunt will be conducted in 16 cities (including Mumbai, Delhi, Goa, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Calicut, Chandigarh and Jaipur) with the support of the respective State Football Associations. Continue reading “Airtel Rising Stars launched to hunt the best under-16 soccer players across India”
Facebook Messenger for Android and iPhone v1.8 brings in-app chat notifications, bigger image uploads and more
Facebook Messenger for Android and iPhone has been updated to version 1.8 that brings new features such as in-app notifications to switch between multiple conversations, option to share bigger images, option to see who’s available online and more new features. The Facebook Messenger v1.7 update released in May. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger for Android and iPhone v1.8 brings in-app chat notifications, bigger image uploads and more”