This video includes interviews with company executives, product managers and software engineers, discussing the significance of the release. This is part 1 of 2.(via ERDAS.com) See also details of the new ERDAS Apollo 2010
Archives for January 5, 2010
It’s Official, the Google Nexus One – with or without T-Mobile contract
Yes indeed it’s here… Google’s first smartphone of the year.. the Nexus One. From Google… Nexus One is initially available from the Google web store in the US without service for $529 or starting at $179 with a two-year contract from T-Mobile USA. In the near future, Verizon Wireless in the US and Vodafone in Europe plan to offer services to customers in their respective geographies. Today, consumers can go to www.google.com/phone to learn about the Nexus One and place an order.
The Nexus One runs on Android 2.1, a version of the platform’s Eclair software, which offers advanced applications and features including:
- Google Maps Navigation: offering turn-by-turn driving directions with voice output.
- Email: multiple Gmail accounts; universal inbox and Exchange support.
- Phone book: aggregate contacts from multiple sources, including Facebook®.
- Quick Contacts: easily switch between communication and social applications.
- Android Market: access to more than 18,000 applications.
loic.tv acquires Ping.fm. Get ready to update 50 social networks from Seesmic
I’ve been a long time user of Ping.fm to update many of my social networks – think update all with one click! Well, it seems the app has been scooped up by loic.TV – Gee, could 2010 be the year of social acquisitions?? We’ve got the video over on LBSzone, check it Out and congrats to Ping.fm… a great service!
2010 Prediction for the Uptake of Augmented Reality (AR)
OK, I admit it, I’m totally captivated by Augmented Reality (AR) and in my mind, you should be as well. AR is the future, deny it and you’ll be left behind – and you’ll be missing out on opportunities abound as well! If I had to think of several key technologies that will affect geospatial technologies, LBS, and mobile tech I’d say Augmented Reality, Indoor GPS, WiFi, and open source (data and OS) are THE areas to watch unfold! Names like Layar and Junaio will become well know in this space and look for Google to extend the Goggles functionality with more AR functionality in the future as well. Read more HERE
Interesting, free e-book from Oracle – Selling Through A Slump
Sure, another e-book you might think… hold on though, this is an interesting find from Oracle as the company publishes a document to help you win the IT battle in 2010… I suggest you grab this one and add it to your late night or bathroom reading material! From Oracle, Selling Through A Slump – An Industry-by-Industry Playbook to Help You Prepare for the Recovery – Regardless of your market sector, you’re bound to find value in this arsenal of great sales ideas. Get access to exclusive tips on how to sell in a challenging market. Request your Free Copy Here
Dominique Jodoin, Bluestreak Technology CEO Comments on Google Nexus One
This from Jodoin on the Nexus One which will be officially revealed today… “From live wall papers to support for Flash-based applications, Google’s Nexus One is differentiating itself from competitive devices, like the iPhone, through the use of interactive graphics and fluid animations that showcase the speed of the device,” said Dominique Jodoin, Bluestreak Technology CEO and President. “It is a testament to the rapid pace at which innovation is happening in the wireless sector. Less than 10 years ago, consumers couldn’t display color images on their wireless phones and today, with the launch of the Nexus One, they can have background images on their home screen that respond to the user’s touch or voice. Google continues to raise consumer expectations for the level of interaction that they should expect from their wireless phone and puts the pressure on other device manufacturers to follow suit.”