Latest Smart phone News

A smart phone is a large-screen, data-centric, handheld device designed to offer complete phone functions whilst simultaneously functioning as a personal digital assistant (PDA). The first smartphone was the Nokia 9000 Communicator in 1996 which incorporated PDA functionality.

Dictate2us launches new service for BlackBerry Users

dictate2us – the UK’s largest digital transcription service – has launched the world’s first BlackBerry dictation and transcription app. Free to download, d2u Transcriber provides a revolutionary approach to traditional transcription methods. The app has built-in functionality and an intuitive interface to create a digital recording, which can then be accurately and efficiently transcribed. All dictations are processed by a team of dedicat... [more]

iGo KeyJuice pocket-sized USB charging and syncing cable for charging on-the-go

iGo, Inc. has introduced the iGo KeyJuiceTM, a pocket-sized USB charging and syncing cable for smartphones and other mobile electronic devices that simply snaps into one compact unit for easy charging on-the-go. Smaller than a pack of gum and as light as a pen, the iGo KeyJuice unfolds to reveal a full USB connector and both micro and mini USB connectors, which will work with any smartphone or other device that charges via micro or mini USB. ... [more]

Migration of data traffic from fixed to mobile will exacerbate the strains on the cellular network

Juniper Research provides research and analytical services to the global hi-tech communications sector, providing consultancy, analyst reports and industry commentary. According to new figures from Juniper Research, the amount of mobile data traffic generated by Smartphones, Featurephones and Tablets will exceed 14,000 Petabytes by 2015, equivalent to 18 billion movie downloads or 3 trillion music tracks. Pressure on Mobile networks however wi... [more]

Proporta's Quillit Stylus Pen is ideal for operating tablet PCs and Smartphones

Proporta's Quillit Stylus Pen is a multi-function stylus for all touch screen devices as it incorporates a retractable brush stylus (for capacitive screens), a nib stylus (for resistive screens) and a high quality pen. The Quillit is extremely practical, as it works with both resistive and capacitive touch screens by switching between brush and nib stylus heads. This makes it ideal for operating tablet PCs and Smartphones, and in addition it i... [more]

Global user base of smartphones is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 43 percent

Smartphones are receiving more attention from handset manufacturers, network operators and application developers. Global shipments of smartphones have increased by 74 percent in 2010 to 295 million units. According to a new research report by Berg Insight, they grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 32.4 percent, and are forecasted to reach 1,200 million units in 2015. The global user base of smartphones increased at the same time by 38... [more]

Houstonian co-creates emergency app for smart phones

In an emergency, seconds count. And your smart phone could be critical for you when it comes to your own personal security

Smart Card Alliance Expands Industry Collaboration With Formation of Mobile and NFC Council

PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ-- - With an estimated 100 million* smart phone handsets containing Near Field Communications technology ready to hit the market in 2012, the Smart Card Alliance today announced the ...

Japan's DoCoMo to launch smart phones for elderly

Leading Japanese mobile operator NTT DoCoMo on Wednesday unveiled its first smart phone specially designed for elderly users, as the company bids to tap into an ageing consumer population.

Facebook's Smart Phone, Microsoft and Books, Google and Social, Amazon and Cloud: What Gives?

Facebook Smart Phone, Microsoft and Books, Google Mobile, Amazon and Cloud: And they all compete with Apple. So why are the giants of American software, social networking, online retailing, mobile devices and computing determined to square up to each other?

How to Protect Your Identity, Finances If You Lose Your Phone

Lose your smart phone and you could have more to contend with than missed calls and text messages, a lost contact list, and Angry Birds withdrawal. Anyone who finds it will have an opportunity to

Smart Phone Users Have Different Views of Privacy

Smart phones have revolutionized the way we communicate, but researchers at Tel Aviv University say the devices also are changing our traditional perceptions of privacy, especially in public places. Dr. Tali Hatuka of TAU’s Department of Geography and Dr. Eran Toch of TAU’s Department of Industrial Engineering have teamed to measure the impact of smart [...]

Smart phones are changing real world privacy settings

Smartphone users have a radically different conception of behavior in public spaces than their conventional phone counterparts. They are more likely to reveal private information in public spaces, and less likely to believe that their digital conversations are irritating to those around them.