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Facebook is becoming a default mobile destination, says new study

The 2011 Mobile Internet Usage Report from CCS Insight has revealed that Facebook Messages, Chat and Photos are some of the most popular mobile services across Europe.

CCS Insight says Facebook is now one of the top three providers for messaging and could soon become a major destination for watching video clips.

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Rhona Cashman from OtterBox explains the secrets of mobile phone cases

Mark Bridge writes:

A mobile phone case is often seen simply as a revenue opportunity for retailers. But, as you might expect, there's a lot more to this type of accessory than first meets the eye.

I started this week's podcast feature by asking Rhona Cashman from protective case manufacturer OtterBox why mobile phone dealers should be discerning about the cases they sell.

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Podcast - 5th August 2011

Mobile phone cases are often seen as unsophisticated and low-tech... but that's not always the case. In this podcast, Rhona Cashman from OtterBox explains why there can be much more to a mobile phone case than meets the eye.
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Glu Mobile acquires two game developers

Glu Mobile, which produces 'social' mobile games for smartphone and tablet devices, has acquired two leading game developers: Griptonite Games and Blammo Games.

US-based Griptonite Games has previously created games for the Xbox 360, Wii, DS, PSP and iPhone, while the Canadian Blammo Games company recently joined Glu's partnership program to develop two new titles.

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Three UK now has more than 7.5 million customers

Hutchison Whampoa has reported half-year results that show a 26% increase in total revenue to over HK$ 187.3 billion (£14.7 billion).

The company's 3 Group - which includes Three UK - saw worldwide revenue grow by 12% in local currencies (and 23%, thanks to the Hong Kong dollar exchange rate). Its registered 3G customer base increased by 3% to over 30.2 million customers, including over 6.1 million mobile broadband customers.

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