Raccoon, the port of the Apache webserver for S60, is now available, as a preview release, for S60 3rd Edition. The web server, once connected and running on the phone, is accessible from any web connected computer or the device itself.
Shozu, the multimedia upload tool for smartphones, now supports sending videos directly to YouTube, the video sharing service, from your phone. YouTube is now an optioanl destination for your video uploads. Shozu's advantages is that you can upload a multimedia item just once, but send it to multiple destinations.
In our S60 3rd Edition Essentials Rafe and Steve pick the applications that you really need to install on your S60 3rd Edition smartphone. Of course everyone has a different opinion so be sure to leave your choice in the comment thread.
Python for S60 , the opensource port of the Python scripting language for S60 phones, now has an official Wiki. The Wiki features a list of Python applications, instructions for installing Python for S60, Python for S60 documentation and links to resources of interest and note.
Simon Judge is reporting on his blog that some operators (Vodafone Japan) are locking down S60 3rd Edition handsets so that only Symbian Signed applications can be installed. This means that self-signed applications can not be installed.
This week the Carnival of the Mobilists is hosted by Abrio Mobile News. Despite reaching middle age with its 40 outing the CotM remains as vibrant as ever including the best writing from across the web. New to the Carnival this week is AAS favourite Matt Miller from ZDNet's Mobile Gadgeteer.
Sept Solutions has announced the availability of a new version of its universal application database and file system search utility. New features of Mobile Search include better memory handling, a switch to ToDo view option, and the ability view results directly via the OK button or by a ticker effect. Mobile Search supports S60 (Series 60) 2nd and 3rd Edition and Series 80.
Pocket Ogg from WildPalm is an ogg audio / music player for S60 3rd Edition handsets such as the Nokia N91, 3250, N80, N73 and 5500. Features include gapless audio playback, quick resume, creation an editing of playlists and full telephone integration (music pauses on call).
One week on, mid-August, and we've found plenty to keep you interested and challenged. Here's the AllAboutSymbian Week in Review, if you're in a hurry to catch up...
Symbian's David Wood has published his latest Insight article. Number 11 develops a theme that's close to Rafe's heart: the killer app in the smartphone world is choice. I'm not too sure about the 'Generation S' pronouncement though...
TypePad users can now post photos and entries to their blog easily with Six Apart's new TypePad Mobile, a free application for S60 1st and 2nd Edition devices (including the N70 and N90), but a 3rd Edition version is "coming soon".
In a light-hearted promotional push, Nokia have put up a Flash-based site for their Eseries trio of E60, E61 and E70 smartphones, complete with drag and drop 'Convince-o-matic', to help you build the case for your boss to buy you one...
It's Grid time again - I've recently had in for review the HTC TyTN, the major new player on the communicator scene, and have added it to the Grid, along with numerous other score tweaks. Can Windows Mobile swing it for you or will a Symbian OS device still come out tops?
AAS guest reviewer Richard delves into his wallet to buy CoBible NIV and finds a competent and useful Bible book/reference but hampered by many interface oddities, inconsistencies and frustrations. Here's the review.
