Archive for September, 2010

Project Sword for iOS -an Unreal game

September 16th, 2010

Seems there are no swords here… just an exploration of a medieval city?

from ditii.com

Epic Games intends releasing its Unreal development kit for iOS on iPods, iPhones and iPads soon (ish). “Developers will be able to use that fantastic Unreal graphics tech on their games, as explored with “oohs” and “ahhs” by one million iOS users so far this month.

Sure, Unreal will eventually reach Android, but right now its iOS which’s priority number one.”

Skyfire browser reaches 1 million downloads

September 15th, 2010

Skyfire Browser …for surfing the net on a smartphone.

from Ubergizmo:

You’ve probably heard of the Skyfire Flash-enabled browser before this, and now the company is happy to announce that its browser has breached the 1 million mark. If your mobile device hasn’t received official support for Adobe Flash just yet, Skyfire would be a simple way to enjoy Flash on your device. Skyfire is currently compatible with a wide variety of phones that includes the HTC EVO 4G, Droid Incredible, Droid X, Droid 2, and Samsung Galaxy S (and its variants). You can currently download the latest version of Skyfire (2.3.2) from the Android Market.

From the Developer:

Skyfire Browser makes the web richer, smarter & more fun!

Downloaded more than 1,000,000 Times!

• Only browser to play MILLIONS of Flash videos
• Choose Mobile/Desktop browser view
• Explore related content
• FroYo/Flash support

Get Skyfire here!

for Android

Google Voice widgets now available for all Android users

September 14th, 2010

Google Voice has now released their Android app’s homescreen widgets for all to use.

Check it out!

As you can see in the image above, you now have the ability to read voicemail messages right from the widget. You are also able to see your account balance, view a call timer and also create messages right from the widget.
Unfortunately, Google voice is currently still limited to the US residents. WTF?

Check out the widgets in action.

The Google Voice Inbox widget brings your most recent voicemails and text messages to your home screen,” explains product manager Marcus Foster. “You can now quickly flip though messages in your Inbox with the widget, and selecting any message preview will open it in the Google Voice app.

Get the Google Voice app.

Motorola Defy for T-Mobile, See It Today on Oprah

September 13th, 2010

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. — September 13, 2010 — Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) unveiled the Motorola DEFY™ enhanced with MOTOBLUR™ on today’s 25th season premiere of “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” Slim and pocket-able, this smartphone powered by Android™, which is planned for exclusive U.S. availability to customers of T-Mobile USA, comes equipped with a 3.7-inch high-resolution and scratch-resistant touch screen display that provides edge-to-edge views of your favorite websites, photos and videos.

“DEFY is designed to handle everything that life throws your way,” said Bill Ogle chief marketing officer, Motorola Mobility, Inc. “With all the features consumers expect in a smartphone, DEFY packs Web browsing, entertainment and messaging capabilities as well as an exterior design that can withstand the stresses of everyday life.”

Motorola DEFY is scratch and water resistant as well as dust proof, protecting you from life’s little challenges such as a sudden rain shower to a drop in the sand. Pre-installed on the DEFY, CrystalTalk® PLUS vanquishes noisy environments with two microphones that intelligently filter out background noise and amplify your voice so you don’t have to shout.

“DEFY is essentially a connection hub wrapped in a layer of protection,” said Paul Cole, vice president, product management, T-Mobile USA. “The unique and innovative form-factor of the DEFY provides you with the confidence to truly take your phone anywhere.”

An Adobe® Flash® Lite®-enabled Web browser and 3.7-inch WVGA screen allow you to view more of the Web than standard browsers. Choose from thousands of applications, widgets and games on Android Market™ and enjoy access to Google™ services including Google Search™, Google Maps™ and Gmail™.

With a durable form-factor and 5-megapixel camera featuring a flash, digital zoom and auto focus, the Motorola DEFY is the trusty companion to capture memories at the next family reunion or vacation. Part of the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA), DEFY enables you to stream, store and share content with compatible devices around the home such as HDTVs, game consoles and PCs. Also, the Connected Music Player provides the option to display lyrics to your songs and enables you to discover, buy and download music, right from your phone.

Availability

Motorola DEFY with MOTOBLUR is expected to be available exclusively to T-Mobile USA customers in time for the holidays. For more information on Motorola DEFY with MOTOBLUR, please visit here. To view images please visit here.

About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications and is focused on advancing the way the world connects. From broadband communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility and public safety solutions to mobile and wireline digital communication devices that provide compelling experiences, Motorola is leading the next wave of innovations that enable people, enterprises and governments to be more connected and more mobile. Motorola (NYSE: MOT) had sales of US $22 billion in 2009. For more information, please visit www.motorola.com.

[via Motorola]

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