Worldwide mobile advertising is projected to surpass $2.7 billion in 2008, up from $1.7 billion in 2007, but the market has developed slowly and obstacles remain, according to independent research firm Gartner. Ease of use and relevancy to consumers are two important factors that must be addressed to help build momentum in the mobile advertising market. "Innovative developments, such as minimizing the number of keystrokes required to access information, using the phone's camera to improve the ov...

T-Mobile Research In Motion (RIM) today announced the April 14 availability of the BlackBerry Pearl 8120 smartphone, a Wi-Fi-enabled smartphone with connectivity for T-Mobile's HotSpot @Home service. The BlackBerry Pearl 8120 adds enhancements and features such as a new titanium-colored finish. With the T-Mobile HotSpot @Home mobile add-on plan, customers can get mobile coverage and unlimited nationwide calling over accessible Wi-Fi networks and at T-Mobile HotSpot locations nationwide. The Blac...

Breakthrough Technology Allows Users to Create, Edit, Upload, Stream and Share Original Video Content at Full VGA/30 fps Directly from their Mobile Handsets Read the full story here.

New Plug-and-Talk Products To "Boost Your Bars" For Improved Performance Read the full story here.

Centro Now Attracting New Smartphone Customers in 10 Countries Worldwide Read the full story here.

Garmin announced today that select Samsung mobile phones will have the benefit of Garmin's intuitive turn-by-turn, voice-prompted navigation directly on the phone. Read the full story here.

Garmin announced today that select Samsung mobile phones will be integrated with its turn-by-turn, voice-prompted navigation. The Garmin navigation software is on a plug-and-play microSD card. Once users load the card into the phone, the software automatically installs. Customers can use their phone to receive voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions. A 3D moving map on the phone's display shows users exactly where they are, and if a turn is missed along the way, Samsung Mobile Navigator automati...

LG Electronics today announced the availability of the Vu, a sleek touch screen handset with access to AT&T Mobile TV. Offered exclusively through AT&T, the Vu is equipped with video, music, and camera features, designed with a large three-inch interactive touch screen accompanied by a minimalist scroll bar navigation. Running on AT&T's 3G network, the Vu provides access to AT&T Mobile Music for downloadable tracks from eMusic, sideloading compatibility from Napster-to-go and any...

03/31/08 - Listen Azan (Athan) automatically five times a day on every prayer time in your mobile phone.

03/31/08 - Sync data on your mobile phones.

03/31/08 - Compose ring tones and create wallpapers for your mobile phone.

AT&T today announced the Motorola Z9 slider, the first phone to include AT&T Navigator Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation service. Consumers can use the Z9's one-touch music features to find songs and playlists. AT&T Mobile Music provides fast access to downloadable music from eMusic and sideloading compatibility from Napster To Go and any unrestricted MP3 audio file. The Z9 supports up to 8 GB of memory, with an optional removable microSD card. With Motorola's CrystalTalk te...

AT&T today introduced its GPS-enabled navigation service, AT&T Navigator. Designed to provide users with audible and visual turn-by-turn driving directions, AT&T Navigator includes full-color moving maps, using GPS from a wireless phone. "AT&T Navigator offers travelers a more convenient alternative than using printed maps or expensive stand-alone navigation devices by allowing them to use a device they always have with them - their wireless phone," said Mark Collins, vice presid...

Samsung Electronics today showcased the Samsung Soul, a minimalistic, 12.9 mm thin device with a full-metal body and premium finish. Beautiful and functional, the Soul enhances usability for consumers with features that adapt to them depending on the application. With Magical Touch by DaCP, navigation indicators on the keypad of the phone change according to users' needs, making navigation of the menus intuitive. The Soul is also equipped with a 5-megapixel camera with face detection, image stab...

Samsung and German sportswear giant Adidas have teamed up to launch the miCoach phone, the world's first true sports music mobile phone. Designed for people with an active lifestyle, the miCoach lets consumers enjoy music and other multimedia functions while they work out. The miCoach provides a omprehensive on-the-go personal training system fully equipped with a stride sensor and heart rate monitor, as well as training tips and time updates. The personal coach advises users and provides instan...

Verizon Wireless today announced that the newest version of VZ Navigator will be available in April, able to access traffic incidents, traffic updates and find detours around traffic congestion and accidents. In addition, VZ Navigator will offer 3D perspective view, a movie and events finder, weather reports and forecasts, and gas prices at nearby gas stations. Powered by Networks In Motion, VZ Navigator uses GPS technology and real-time information feeds. When the new version launches in April,...

Filed under I just can't make this stuff up; Nokia will be holding a press conference at CTIA in Las Vegas at 13:15 in what appears to be a box hanging from a crane, 180 feet off the ground. Hope no one gets motion sickness. [Via: Phone Mag] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Smartphone Enterprise Solutions Conference at CTIA WIRELESS [...]

Sprint today unveiled the Samsung Instinct, a touch screen device with access Sprint's EV-DO Rev. A Mobile Broadband Network. The Samsung Instinct offers a high-tech look with large, vibrant touch screen featuring localized tactile feedback, called haptics, which allow the virtual QWERTY keypad and other operations to become a sensory experience. The Instinct also offers a Voice to Action button providing many functions using voice activation including call, text, picture messaging, traffic, mov...

Motorola unfolded its latest mobile accessory today at CTIA 2008, the MOTOROKR EQ3 mobile speaker set. These small speakers are powered by 4 AAA batteries and use a 3.5mm audio plug to help you blast your tunes directly from your compatible MP3 player or music phone. Read the full story here.

Today at CTIA 2008, taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, Motorola unleashed its latest Bluetooth headset, the H690. Featuring dual-microphones for the ultimate in noise reduction and advanced ear hook and cushion design, the H690 is sure to deliver a solid performance. Read the full story here.