Tech Accelerator Goes Hip and Cool
Image via CrunchBase In San Diego we have inclubator EvoNexus, home to client Independa, while the Bay Area has places like Plug N' Play Tech Center, Y Combinator and other startup accelerator venues that provide a very vibrant development scene. But one that has caught my eye is the Summit, which was featured in the … Read more
Giving Gets Easier-FundRazr on the iPhone
Image via Wikipedia Somewhat dormant due to eBayization, PayPal has gotten more aggressive of late, especially in mobile, and one idea I'm very high on is the work by third party app developer, FundRazr.com on the iPhone that's become enabled by PayPal Mobile. Basically, if you're raising money for a cause, their platform allows you to promote … Read more
WiFi Access + Free Calling = TriBair
Image via Wikipedia Former Mobivox founder Eric Reiher quietly launched TriBair back in January. The concept is rather simple. Marry up free calling with WiFi. Ok, nothing exactly new as Truphone and Gizmo both debuted that way years ago, and initially the news came at a time when I was too busy with CES to … Read more
2007 Eblin Fuchs Rouge de Zellenberg Reserve
Lovely example of Alsatian Pinot Noir that never disappoints. Black raspberry, strawberry, touch of oriental spice and tea, all in a light palate pleasing weight. The winery family also operates the Michelin starred restaurant in Zellenberg, Maximillian.
iPhone 3G Data in France and More Global Broadband Roaming
The last two weeks has taken me to Portugal and Spain on business, and now for a few days to France before more business back in Spain starting next week. While I'm up in the Languedoc-Roussillion I wanted to get all connected in advance of a week's vacation with my wife as we tour the … Read more
Skype Goes Lower and Lower To Get More and More
Skype announced a “lower bandwidth” version of their mobile client, designed to work with more operators around the globe than their current three they have signed up after being live with Three in the UK for almost three years or so, and Verizon in the USA. While no technical details were announced, it was interesting … Read more
Skype, VoIP Is Blocked in Spain
Image via Wikipedia My attempts to make Skype calls on my iPhone 4 via Yoigo are resulting in dropped data connections. Same with using any SIP provider. It feels like the Grinch who stole Christmas has arrived here in the land where mobile is king. Quite possibly the blocking only occurs with pre-paid SIM card customers (pre-pago) … Read more
Apple Is Not At Mobile World Congress-But They Are
Image by Getty Images via @daylife Apple doesn't need to be exhibiting at Mobile World Congress to be present. They are, by their show floor absence, there in droves. Apple in 2007 changed the entire mobile phone business with the iPhone and now, every manufacturer tries to out Apple Apple. Perhaps the most envious is … Read more