No question that the U.S. is ahead on lots of cool stuff, but it has yet to be subjected to the world of SMS-TV. SMS-TV is when TV programmes let viewers vote, or submit competition entries, by text message, usually via a premium number. I have to admit I’ve never done this, but a lot… Read More »
Sorry about the absence of posts in the past few days. I have a good excuse — promise. Anyway, about a year ago I mentioned a Hong Kong bank that misled customers by telling them, after they had logged off their online account, that they had ‘logged out, but hadn’t logged off’ or somesuch. A… Read More »
Logitech are about to bring out their io2 pen for Bluetooth: This summer, Logitech will launch a Bluetooth-enabled version of the io2 Digital Pen, designed to address the current data entry shortcomings of mobile data capture devices. Logitech’s Bluetooth digital pen, when used in combination with a Bluetooth wireless handheld device, will help an organization’s… Read More »
What does it take to create a chain of infection? Perhaps just one credible link. Last night I came back to my computer to see a an IM message from Josh Rowe, an Australian contact who is active in the anti-spam world Down Under. You couldn’t find a more diligent, experienced and responsible person, so… Read More »
Skype is moved into wireless telephony by announceing that a deal with UK wireless provider Broadreach, the BBC reports. People using wireless net hotspots will soon be able to make free phone calls as well as surf the net. Wireless provider Broadreach and net telephony firm Skype are rolling out a service at 350 hotspots… Read More »