Sunday
Jan312010

Mozilla Mobile revealed for Nokia's Maemo devices

 

Mozilla's popular Firefox browser has been released as a mobile version for Nokia's mobile platform. specifically the N900 device. According to Mozilla, the browser ports many of the features from the desktop version.

Nokia's release states the following list of features and benefits on the Maemo platform.

"Bringing Firefox to mobile devices is the next step toward fulfilling Mozilla’s mission of providing one Web that everyone can access, regardless of device or location. Secure, powerful, and customizable, Firefox is the most modern mobile Web browser available and is optimized for a mobile experience."

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Saturday
Jan302010

iPad Video Walkthrough

Apple iPad: iLounge.com's Complete Interface Walkthrough (720p HD) from iLounge on Vimeo.

 

The above video is from iLounge.com who put the iPad through its paces. The interface is fast, apps are responsive and the software keyboard seems to be very workable. We're pretty impressed by how smoothly Google Maps renders. The eBook reading function is also well designed and intuitive and there are just so many small touches that make this device so impressive.

Saturday
Jan302010

Defining the iPad Ecosystem

 By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The Apple iPad will hit stores in about two months, which means that developers, accessory manufacturers and clever entrepreneurs will be clamouring to release new products that complement and enhance the tablet's features and functionality. There's money to be made in the iPad ecosystem and as creative manufacturers with good products are on a cusp of a gold rush.

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Thursday
Jan282010

PEER 1 Hosting launches Largest Data Centre in Toronto 

PEER 1's President and CEO: Fabio Banducci -" “The Internet is a vital platform for our customers, and it continues to grow,”PEER 1 Hosting, Inc. a global online IT hosting provider announced the opening of its US$40 million data centre, located in Toronto, Ontario. At more than 40,000 square feet, this new data centre is more than twice the size of a professional hockey rink and marks the first time PEER 1 Hosting is offering all three hosting solutions – colocation, dedicated hosting and managed hosting – in Canada.  The centre will be open for sales beginning February 1st, and will be operational for customers to start moving their equipment in March.

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