Palm Pre Lacks Apps With Release

Palm Pre is set for release today and the success of the new PDA from Palm could rely on the availability of games, applications (apps), and other software add-ons. But the release of Pre comes very few games expect one very popular game from Cellufun called Made Off. Cellufun is one of the largest mobile communities in the world with a number of different social games and over a million users.

Skype Offers $5.95 Plan for South American Calls

Many business and individuals are finding out about Skype, a leader in Internet communications, and utilizing their services to save on their monthly phone bills. In a press release today, the company announced unlimited service to a number of South American countries for a low $5.95 a month pricing. Countries include Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Spain, Puerto Rico and Argentina. The plan is being marketed to US residents with family members in these countries.

Internet Explorer 8 is Good for Developers

In a release about Internet Explorer (IE) 8, Microsoft explores why the new browser will be good for developers. At the recent developers conference, Mix09, Big Softie demonstrated why their new browser provides better performance, easy web development, improved security and more. Some larger Internet properties were on hand to explain how they are using the new browser to create a better experience for users.

New Features

A couple enhancements that Microsoft feels will benefit developers are Accelerators and Web Slices. One Riot testified that users using web slices along with better search functionality visited their site 18% more than previously. ESPN likes the ability to offer one click access to much of the content on their site to web surfers that are looking for in-depth sports information.

Apple Releases New Version of Safari

According to a press release by Apple released today, the latest version of Safari is ready for release. Their public beta of Safari 4 is available for installation on both the Mac on Windows based PCs. This new version is able to run Javascript code close to 4 times faster than the prior version with something Apple calls the Nitro engine.

TaxBrain Set for 2008 Tax Season

TaxBrain follows up a solid 2007 tax season with preparation for the 2008 tax season. Their online tax preparation is one of the best tax preparation software applications available. TaxBrain offers comprehensive federal individual tax preparation along with many other features.

Blackbook Mobile Guides Lauches v2.0

If you are looking for the hotest spots in 28 of the world's best cities, Blackbook Media Corp has released their latest version of their widely used Blackbook Mobile Guide according to a press release today. This iPhone application provides the user with the top rated restaurants, clubs, hotels, and shopping centers in 28 of the most widely visited locations.

MyRatePlan.com Offers Wireless Plan Comparisons

In addition to the tradition comparisons offered between cellphone carriers and home appliances, MyRatePlan.com now also offers a comparison of text messaging services according to a recent press release. This new interactive calculator will let you compare different text messaging plans offered by your wireless carrier. With most carriers increasing their texting rates over the past two years, getting the best plan is a necessity.