As reported here on Cell Phones Etc. and across the Web, here’s your daily brief on what happened in the world of mobile phones this Wednesday, June 1st, 2011.
10 Ways To Make Sure Cell Phone Radiation Doesn’t Fry Your Brain
The World Health Organization just re-labeled cell phones as “carcinogenic hazards,” meaning that they post a significant cancer risk to humans. What can you do about it, besides curbing your hour-long late night chats? We’ve put together a list of ways you can reduce exposure and your risk of frying your brain in the process.
Business Insider
With Possible Nokia Deal, Microsoft Could Try To Become The Next Apple
The Internet erupted following our report covering industry insider Eldar Murtazin’s claim that Microsoft has struck a deal to purchase Nokia’s cell phone business for $19 billion. Murtazin has a long track record of solid Nokia scoops, and he was the first person to report that the Finnish phone maker would adopt Microsoft’s Windows Phone platform for its smartphones starting later this year. Apple spent decades trying to become the next Microsoft. Now, from atop a mountain of mobile devices, Apple may finally be able to sit and watch while Microsoft tries to become the next Apple.
BGR
DEMO: Microsoft Previews Windows 8 User Interface – Windows Phone Metro UI To Hit Tablets & PCs
Microsoft demonstrated the next generation of Windows, internally code-named “Windows 8″, for the first time. Windows 8 is a reimagining of Windows, from the chip to the interface. A Windows 8-based PC is really a new kind of device, one that scales from touch-only small screens through to large screens, with or without a keyboard and mouse. The demo showed some of the ways Microsoft reimagined the interface for a new generation of touch-centric hardware but for Windows Phone users, it’s nothing new at all since it mimics Windows Phone’s Metro UI and (live) tile Start screen.
the::unwired
Rogers Investing $80 Million To Bring 4G HSPA+ Network To The Maritimes
The Maritimes is getting some love today from Rogers. They announced that they’ll be investing $80 million over the next 2 years to bring their 4G HSPA+ network to the area (the peak download speeds could reach up to 21Mbps). Rogers says this will bring the latest Android, BlackBerry, iPhone and tablets to the area and will cover 1 million people in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and PEI.
MobileSyrup
Nokia Play To Adds DLNA Streaming To Waning Symbian (video)
Still rockin’ a Symbian phone from Nokia? Don’t let Android and WP7 owners hog all the media streaming fun. Nokia Play To brings DLNA’s push features to Symbian^3, albeit in beta form. Hit up the source link, install the app, and you’ll imbue your handset with the surprisingly rare ability to beam videos, photos, and music to any DLNA-capable receiving device jacked into your TV — heck, it could be your TV. Check out the video after the break if you want to see it in action before you click download.
Engadget
