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MeeGo v1.0 for Netbooks is out , coming to handhelds soon

Finally Meego has released the version 1.0 of the software platform for Netbooks . And they have hinted at June release for Handhelds. MeeGo 1.1 handset UI development will start in June . The MeeGo Netbook User experience release will be followed by a early developer release for handhelds and tablets. The MeeGo image is available for download from the MeeGo site and it would run on Intel Atom based Netbooks.MeeGo v1.1 will be released in October and it will include support for touch-based devices such as Handsets, Tablets, and In-Vehicle Infotainment systems. So it should be end of the year by the time we see MeeGo powered phones

And this is a developer release , so if you are faint hearted , do stay away !

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Vodafone ISD packs for Karnataka lets you save upto 60 percent

Vodafone prepaid users in Karnataka can save up to 60 percent on ISD Calls to USA , China , Gulf and several countries with new ISD packs from Vodafone. Under this scheme calls to USA and Canada are as cheap as just 4p/sec.For example users can do an e-topup for Rs.17 and make calls to USA and Canada at 4p/sec which tranlsates to Rs.2.40 per min.

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Visa and Monitise form JV to offer mobile financial services in India

Visa Inc.  the world’s largest retail electronic payments network and Monitise plc leaders in the development and operation of mobile financial services, today announced the formation of a joint venture that will provide a technology platform for financial institutions and mobile network operators in India to offer a range of mobile financial services to consumers in the country Continue reading “Visa and Monitise form JV to offer mobile financial services in India”

g-Fone 571 Dual SIM Blackberry 8900 look-alike for Rs.4000

Seems like  Bright Telecom is perfecting the art of making Blackberry look-alikes. After lauching the gFone G588 , the company has launched yet another Dual SIM handset – g-Fone 571 which bares a lot of resemblance to the Blackberry Curve 8900 aka Javelin. Although it looks like a Blackberry it does some stuff even a BB can’t do like Dual SIM. Continue reading “g-Fone 571 Dual SIM Blackberry 8900 look-alike for Rs.4000”

Sony Ericsson Vivaz Pro Now shipping in select markets

The Sony Ericsson Vivaz Pro which is the QWERTY version of the Vivaz is now shipping in select markets worldwide. We don’t have info if India is included in that list but we can assume its going to be available in India soon as few weeks ago we saw Kareena Kapoor launching all the Xperia and Vivaz handsets in India.

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Micromax X330 Dual SIM Phone

Micromax has launched the X330 a Dual SIM phone which also comes with a Dual LED Torch Light. The phone also packs a MP3 player and FM Radio.   Incase you want to click pictures you can do so with the 2 MegaPixel Camera. There are a couple of interesting features in the X330 which are Folder Protection and Widget Wallpapers

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Video : BlackBerry Bold 9800 running BB OS 6

Blackberry OS seriously needs a revival and looks like RIM is working on making BB 6.0 pretty interesting. A video which shows the rumored BB 9800 Slider running the latest OS has been posted on Youtube  and looks like the phone is using a capacitive screen. Although the new UI looks pepped up , it still has the Blackberry roots. We also see a Cover flow for the Music player.

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MTS launches services in Pune

MTS the telecom arm of Sistema Shyam Tele Services Ltd (SSTL) has launched Voice services in Pune and is expanding it’s operation across Maharashtra. As a Promotional offer it’s charging 1 paisa for 4 seconds for calls within it’s network.  The company now offers data servers under the MBlaze brand in 17 cities in the state including Solapur, Kolhapur, Sangli, Jalgoan and Ahmdnagar

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Download SPB Mobile Shell for Symbian 3.5

SPB Software has launched SPB Mobile Shell 3.5 for Symbian phones. SPB Mobile shell has managed to grab a lot of fans in the Windows Mobile space as a customisation and personalisation tool for touchscreen user interfaces. SPB Mobile Shell for Symbian lets Symbian users the ability to customize the interface on their phones.

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HTC Wildfire Promo Video

The Wildfire leaked first and then it was announced officially and it looked pretty much like a mini Desire. Now here is a promo video which highlights the features of the phone, The features highlighted are Social Networking using Friend Steam, Caller ID and App Recommendations .

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Versace Unique Luxury Phone

A Versace phone yeh , meet the Versace Unique what the maker claims as the first luxuy touchscreen multimedia smartphone.The phone is developed by Versace in colloboration with ModeLabs and powered by LG technology. The phone is hand-assembled in France and built to the standards of all the Versace products.

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Dell Streak Android Tablet hits UK

Dell has finally announced the Android Tablet Dell Streak for UK. It was previous known as the Mini5.  It has a 5 inch display and runs on Android operating system. No word on the Android Version its running or the price. The tablet would be launched by O2 in UK and will be released this summer in USA.

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LG Windows 7 Phone Panther GW910 Unboxed Already

The LG Windows Phone & device codenamed as Panther has finally made a more legit appearance this time in Singapore. This is a prototype unit meant for development purposes and the model number on the box shows GW910. Watch the Unboxing  Video and pictures below.

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