iPhone 3G Line already started in NYC

Topic: Mobile Phones

A couple hours ago I wrote a story on the iPhone 3G launch and asked the question when the lines will start to build. I did not expect Apple fans to start lining up already today one week before the iPhone 3G launch, but they did.

Engadget interviewed the leader of the initial group of people that lined up. Apparently they want to break the world record in waiting in line. I would rather break the world record in lying on the beach. Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jul 2008 23:27:32 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Today iDay means Independence Day next Friday it means iPhone 3G Day

Topic: Mobile Phones

Happy Independence Day to all U.S. readers of I4U NEWS. Today you can sleep in. Next Friday AT&T will open its stores at 8am to start selling the new Apple iPhone 3G.

Next week will be interesting when the lines start to build up. Will it be already Wednesday or just during Thursday night? Apple has apparently substantial stock of the iPhone 3G. The only motivation for lining up on launch day is to be first to own an iPhone 3G. Update: iPhone 3G Line has already started one week early Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jul 2008 09:58:45 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Bayern Munich Stars have to train with Adidas miCoach

Topic: Mobile Phones

Juergen Klinsmann, the new coach of soccer club Bayern Munich is using miCoach to track and control the training efforts of his soccer players.

Adidas introduced the Samsung made miCoach mobile phone along with sensors and online service earlier this year. Read more

Posted on Thu, 3 Jul 2008 11:11:48 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Google Talk for the iPhone released

Topic: Mobile Phones

Google released in the US a new version of Google Talk designed specifically for the iPhone and iPod Touch browsers.

In addition to sending your friends Gmail messages from your iPhone, you can now chat with them too.
Google Talk for the iPhone is just a web service so no apps need to be installed. Read more

Posted on Thu, 3 Jul 2008 10:20:47 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Nokia tries to make good on closed German Factory with over $32m Investment

Topic: Mobile Phones

Nokia, the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) and the City of Bochum jointly unveiled a plan today to stimulate growth, create new jobs and generate investment for Bochum and the neighboring cities.

Nokia invests 20m Euro (~$32m) into the Growth for Bochum program plus the net proceeds from the sale of Nokia's production facility and property in Bochum.
The state of NRW will also contribute a co-investment in the amount of 20 million Euros ($32m). Read more

Posted on Thu, 3 Jul 2008 06:38:50 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Current T-Mobile iPhone Customers get the Shaft when upgrading to iPhone 3G

Topic: Mobile Phones

It looks like T-Mobile is making it very expensive for current iPhone users in Germany to upgrade to the long awaited iPhone 3G. German Wirtschafts Woche reports that iPhone users need to buy themselves out of the current contract first.

For each month left on the current iPhone contract they have to pay 15 Euro (~$23). This only applies to contracts that are already running for at least 6 month.
The contracts are running for 24 month so if your iPhone contract is 6 months old you pay 270 Euro (~$428) plus the fee for the new iPhone 3G depending on which plan you choose. Read more

Posted on Thu, 3 Jul 2008 03:03:42 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

AT&T lets you keep old iPhone to use as iPod touch

Topic: Mobile Phones

This is kind of obvious but still worth to keep in mind. AT&T will let you do with your old iPhone after upgrading to your new iPhone 3G what ever you want.
You can hand it down to a family member or just have it deactivated and use it basically as an iPod touch.

After deactivation the Wi-fi and media player features still work. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 08:32:24 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Openmoko Neo FreeRuner Mobile Phone available July 4th

Topic: Mobile Phones

Openmoko has announced that its Neo FreeRunner mobile phone will be available for purchase on July 4th. The phone uses GNU/Linux and comes with software for dialing, SMS, and recording contacts. The handset will also receive updates over time that extend its functionality.

The first software download for the device will be in August and will include location based applications. The phone will come in two versions operating on either an 850MHz network or a Tri-Band GSM for use in different countries. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 06:52:10 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

New Sharp Aquos Softbank 923SH 5.2MP 3G Phone

Topic: Mobile Phones

Sharp announces a new Aquos branded 3G handset for the Japanese carrier Softbank.

Features of the Sharp Aquos SoftBank 923SH include 3.3 inch ASV LCD Screen with skin tone image quality and VGA resolution, 5.2MP camera with face detection, GPS, Bluetooth, irSS, FeliCa, motion sensor interface, screen viewing protection, and of course DMB TV. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 02:49:03 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sharp Waterproof SoftBank 824SH DMB TV Phone

Topic: Mobile Phones

Sharp announces a new waterproof DMB TV phone for Softbank in Japan. According to Sharp the 824SH is the thinnest waterproof DMB TV phone.

The features of the Sharp 824SH include 2.8 inch screen, 3.2MP camera, IPX5/IPX7 waterproof, FeliCa, Bluetooth, and irSS. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Jul 2008 02:40:31 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Tag Heuer Meridiist Video and Reservation Option

Topic: Mobile Phones

The release of the luxury Tag Heuer Meridiist mobile phone draws closer. Tag Heuer published today a new video that offers closer looks at the Meridiist mobile phone.

Additionally you can now register to receive more information about the Meridiist and you can also reserve one. Read more

Posted on Tue, 1 Jul 2008 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr