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ExclusiveHow the iPad changed business within a year

Mark Bridge writes:

Even the most cynical observer needs to admit that the Apple iPad is changing business. Cynics can argue that the world of work may not be changed permanently - and it may not be changed for good - but the way we work is definitely changing.

ExclusiveThis week at The Fonecast: 28th May 2011

Mark Bridge writes:

It’s often said that timing is everything. Or is it size?  I’m never sure.

Both came into play this week as online giant Google announced the forthcoming launch of its much-rumoured mobile payment service. Expect Google Wallet to arrive on the Nexus S 4G in the USA this summer.

ExclusiveWireless backhaul interview with Gaby Junowicz of Siklu Communication

Mark Bridge writes:

Some parts of the mobile industry have more glamour than others. New handsets often attract celebrity endorsements, while behind-the-scenes technology rarely hits the mainstream headlines unless it goes wrong.

One of the areas most under pressure at the moment is 'backhaul'; essentially the connection between a cell site and the rest of the mobile network.

ExclusiveTwo reasons Microsoft will buy Nokia

James Rosewell writes:

Microsoft have been talking about Mango, the upcoming upgrade to Windows Phone 7 incorporating their battery-friendly flavour of multi-tasking and 499 other new features. They've also welcomed Fujitsu, Acer and ZTE to the Windows Phone fold. However there was no significant news from Nokia and Microsoft. No timeframe for handsets, nothing in fact. Both companies are being tight lipped about the partnership at the moment.

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In this week's mobile industry news podcast we're looking at Apple's new mobile operating system, Vodafone's money-saving European tariff and Microsoft's plans to expand the reach of its Xbox gaming console. There's also talk about network sharing, legal battles, mobile apps, mobile payments and mobile retailing.

You can listen to the programme on our website audio player, via iTunes, by using our RSS feed or by downloading the MP3 or OGG audio files directly. Alternatively, install the Android, iOS or webOS Stitcher Radio app and stream the podcast straight to your mobile phone.

01:00 Google and Oracle legal battle reaches a conclusion
04:00 Apple previews its new iPhone operating system
06:30 Vodafone introduces new flat-rate European roaming deal
09:30 Single UK network infrastructure planned for Vodafone and O2
13:00 Sponsor’s message: 51Degrees.mobi
14:30 Microsoft uses Xbox to bring entertainment to mobile phones
16:15 A1 Comms is returning to high street retail
17:30 Google works with Quickoffice; HTC plays with PlayStation
20:45 PayPal launches in-store mobile payments in the UK
22:45 New app warns users when text messages are bad news

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