Microsoft Communicator Mobile for Nokia

Microsoft and Nokia launched the first application from their alliance around mobile productivity, Microsoft Communicator Mobile for Nokia devices. This new application, available initially for Nokia E72 and Nokia E52 is a presence and instant messaging application to check the availability of your colleagues, view company directory with presence information, and run instant message conversations with compatible Nokia device. "Our alliance with Nokia aims to bring the Office productivity experience to the millions of people using Nokia smartphones around the world," says Kirt Debique, General Manager at Microsoft. "With the arrival of Communicator Mobile for Nokia today, we have a great start to fulfilling our joint vision".
Go to Nokia website for more details.

Google Maps Navigation available in Ireland

Google Mobile Blog reported that the free turn-by-turn sat nav feature of Google Maps has now been made available in Ireland and the UK across all Android devices. It is available for Android devices 1.6 and higher and includes 3D views, turn-by-turn voice guidance, and automatic rerouting.

Blackberry’s New OS

Research in Motion, the Blackberry maker has confirmed the launch of an updated version of its smartphone operating system later this year. New Blackberry OS will better support touch-screen devices and include a faster web browser. It is planned to launch in the September quarter and most of the devices will be able to run it.