Over 55 million smartphones were shipped 1st quarter of 2010
The world’s smartphone markets continued to build on their strong 4Q-2009 performance in the first three months of 2010. According to the latest ABI Research data, a little more than 55 million smartphones shipped during the quarter.
27% of US mobile web users clicked on mobile ads
Goober 3.0 provides a complete unified communication solution, including multi-protocol messaging, and HD VoIP and 6-Way video conferencing powered by Global IP solutions, along with integration to FaceBook and Twitter.
New collaboration solution includes multi-protocol instant messaging, High definition Voice to landlines and cell phones and 6-way video conferencing calls to PCs including Windows and Apple.
Goober Networks offering free iphone apps for the iPhone and iPod touch
Goober Networks announces goober VoIP and goober, an Instant Messenger, both free iphone apps for the iPhone and iPod touch. Goober VoIP for the iPhone calims to save up to 90% on mobile VoIP calls and runs over WiFi and 3G Networks; a separate iPhone app called ‘goober,’ provides free Instant Messaging and Chatting.
Motorola DEVOUR now available on Verizon Wireless Network
Motorola DEVOUR now available on Verizon Wireless Network. DEVOUR is the second Android™-powered smartphone from Motorola to run on Verizon Wireless’ 3G Network. The phone comes with MOTOBLUR, Motorola’s unique content delivery service created to make wireless phones more personal and customizable. Additional features and specifications of Motorola DEVOUR can be found by visiting http://news.vzw.com/news/2010/02/pr2010-02-02c.html.
Sprint awards Motorola Services mobile IOS contract for 5th consecutive year
Sprint awards Motorola Services mobile IOS contract for 5th consecutive year. Motorola’s Intelligent Optimization Service (IOS) improves network quality and performance. Motorola’s IOS solution is a comprehensive mix of expert resource, market-leading analytical tools and a proven optimization methodology for achieving efficient and measurable improvement results in network performance. Motorola’s IOS utilizes data-reporting features generated by the network and subscribers as they use their phones. Motorola’s service virtually eliminates the need for manual resource intensive drive-testing.
Charge Anywhere® and Verizon Wireless announce mobile payment processing solutions for business
Charge Anywhere® and Verizon Wireless announce mobile payment processing solutions for business. This new billing option provides qualified enterprise customers with the convenience of having services, such as CHARGE Anywhere®’s, billed to their Verizon Wireless bills. CHARGE Anywhere® offers business customers the technology to accept and process credit and debit card payments from their Verizon Wireless phones.
m-Wise sees revenue growth in 2009 and moves from loss to profitability
Mobile content service and technology vendor m-Wise (MWIS) announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2009. Revenues for the year ended December 31, 2009 rose to $3,166,276, up 12% from $2,833,626 in 2008. Income from license fees and products increased 65% to $795,096 for the year ended December 31, 2009 from $481,116 for the same period in 2008. Gross Profit for the year ended December 31, 2009 rose to $2,269,019, up 31% from $1,727,526 in 2008. General and administrative expenses decreased 14% to $1,662,859 for the year ended December 31, 2009 from $1,940,732 for the year ended December 31, 2008. Research and development expenses decreased 28% to $548,673 for the year ended December 31, 2009 from $758,693 for the year ended December 31, 2008. Net Profit for the year ended December 31, 2009, was $82,985 compared with a net loss of $1,035,722 in 2008.
Android ahead of iPhone in Smaato mobile advertising metrics while Symbian still top dog
Google’s Android mobile OS moves ahead of iPhone in new Smaato mobile advertising metrics. Nokia’s Symbian still number one. Google Nexus One and Motorola Droid effect? Smaato Metrics for January suggest that new Android devices are revolutionizing mobile advertising performance measured by CTR (click-through-rate).
m-Wise Inc. and Malaco bring pay-as-you-go ringtones
Mobile content technology vendor, m-Wise (OTCBB: MWIS) announces its newly formed relationship with Malaco Music Group. Malaco currently has an impressive 2,000 hits on their website each day, and forecasts a significant lift in this number with the launch of their ringtone offering. This feature will be promoted virtually through their website, blogspot, Twitter and on physical CDs.
Ringtones.com finally tunes up for US launch
The global mobile phone content retailer, Mobile Streams (strategic partner of Liberty Media), announces the off-portal launch of its popular mobile internet store, www.Ringtones.com.
Ringtones.com is powered by Mobile Streams’ technology platform, MultiMobi. Designed and built by Mobile Streams, MultiMobi ensures that customers have an uncomplicated shopping experience with advanced features such as: arrival reactivity, storefront personalization, dynamic content generation and one-click purchasing.
