Nokia iPhone Killer in the works?

4:36 PM / Posted by Nico Atienza / comments (0)

Here are some pictures floating around the internet about Nokia's "Tube" project, which aims to be an iPhone Killer. It looks good so far and hopefully runs on Symbian OS, which is a solid mobile OS. The pictures also indicate stylus support which would please haters of the stylus-less touchscreen keyboard. This is interesting. I've been wanting an iPhone for a while but if there's a worthy Nokia touchscreen phone then that might sway my decision. We'll see. I'm glad I put off buying an iPhone. Now there's even talk of the 3G iPhone. Ooohwee! This is getting interesting!

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Choosing Wireless Providers the easy way

4:24 PM / Posted by Nico Atienza / comments (0)

Here's a nice little startup that allows you to compare various wireless plans through various carriers such as T-Mobile and Verizon. It bases it's recommendations on how many minutes you use, other features and how much you pay currently in the area you live in. It's neat with major carriers but not for smaller ones which can offer good pricing on service.

I'm using Cellular One (formerly Chinook Wireless) in Missoula, Montana right now and I have a smashing deal paying $30 a month. Cellular One is growing in Missoula and has some very competitive rates. This website will ignore companies like this in favor of big carriers. So, there is my word of caution. I don't really know how accurate all their information is as well.


On the whole, it's a good little source of information to base your decision on. I would recommend going to the provider yourself and verifying these prices. Who knows, even the big wigs could have an unbelievable deal!

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