TDL Mobile

This week Jon and Jason are joined by Ian Dixon to talk over the hot topic of the week with Microsoft revealing the new Surface tablets during an announcement that had been kept completely free of any information leaking ahead of the event. We talk about the buzz this event generated, the hardware, and the potential impact on the usual OEM channels. Could the Surface finally offer some real competition to the iPad?

We then discuss the second big announcement from Microsoft when they unveiled an early look at Windows Phone 8 along with the news that existing devices will only receive a new 7.8 release which most likely will only bring the facelift to the start screen. Can Windows Phone 8 close the current feature gap to Android and iOS?

These announcements created some great discussions so the show is a little longer than usual. Do you agree with our opinion or do you feel there is a desperate move with nothing of substance once you look beneath the Surface? We are looking for guest co-hosts so get in touch below and let us know what you think.

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Show Notes:

Windows 8:

Microsoft unveils Surface Windows 8 tablets

Windows Phone:

Microsoft announce Windows Phone 8 and Windows Phone 7.8

Skype for Windows Phone updated to version 1.2

It’s bitter-sweet this week because while it’s great to be back after almost 2 months since we recorded Show 106 we say goodbye to one of our co-hosts Jose (@JoseROrtiz). As I’m sure long time listeners will know Jose has been here since the very beginning and will be missed. I’m sure I can bait him back onto the show as a guest sometime.

This week we spend some time saying a fond farewell to Jose before moving on to discuss the recent iOS 6 news followed by Android, Windows Phone, Windows 8 and how Shazam are trying to monetise their service. We are also joined by guest John Hoole (Blog|Twitter) who has an interest in Apple, Microsoft as well as being a fellow Acer Iconia W500 Tablet owner.

Unfortunately Sheldon (@SheldonW) has also decided to move on from the show although we’d really like to get him on for one final show. Both Jon and I will be continuing with TDL Mobile so look out for the next show when we’ll have details of our sponsor Audible.com and if you’re interested in becoming a co-host then do get in touch and we’ll organise a guest appearance.

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Show Notes:

Apple:

Apple Announce iOS 6

iPhone 5 spotted in WWDC keynote, or rubbish Photoshop?

Android:

ASUS PadFone Review

Google officially closes deal for Motorola Mobility

Windows Phone:

Could Windows Phone 8 Adopt Windows 8 Edge UI?

New Windows Phone 8 OS builds & WXGA display resolution spotted in the wild

Windows 8:

Touch Panel Firmware 1007.2005 for Acer Iconia Tab W500

Mobile News:

ITV and Shazam Team Up for Shazam-enabled Adverts

Unfortunately Jon was unable to join me this week but on the positive side I was joined by a very special guess Ed Bott (Blog|Twitter) who attended the recent Microsoft Surface announcement. We last had Ed on the show back in April 2011 (Podcast: TDL Mobile Show 74) so we start by looking back at some of the predictions made during that show.

It’s always great to chat with Ed and we talk about how Microsoft is on the brink of a new Metro era with a strategy that is aligned across Windows 8, Windows Phone 7/8 and we also touch on the SmartGlass features coming to Xbox. Will Microsoft’s big gamble enable them to compete with Apple and Google who currently dominate in the mobile and tablet markets? Listen to this “fast and fluid” episode of TDL Mobile to find out our thoughts.

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Show Notes:

Ed Bott on ZDNet

After a brief hiatus, we’re back to discuss thoughts on the new iPad, the Samsung Series 7 Slate, and Windows 8 on tablets. Jase also takes a moment to share a few gripes he has Windows Phone that were made apparent by his great experience with the Lumia 800. We also sneak in some Android and mobile news to round out the show. Enjoy!

Show Notes:
iOS
iPhoto for iOS
New iPad
First impressions on the new iPad
Apple Stock Buyback / Dividend

Android
Google Play
Sony XPERIA Neo L

Mobile News
Beats Buys MOG
Apotheker Cut Palm Life Short
Netzero Free 4G Plan

Windows Phone
Nokia Drive 2.0 available on the Windows Phone Marketplace
Nokia Drive 2.0
Jase’s Rant: Latest software release for Nokia Lumia 800 SW 1600.2483.8106.11500

Slow news week this week since MWC is right around the corner. Still, Jase and I manage to scrounge up some news for a short show including a few HTC announcements and rumors and some Windows 8 talk. Short show this week so why not have a listen?

Show Notes

Android
HTC Sensation to get early ICS preview
Playstation Certified HTC devices coming?
Apple seeks ban on Galaxy Nexus
HTC One X detailed

Windows 8
Microsoft details Windows on ARM features
Microsoft: No plug-ins allowed on Windows on ARM

Mobile News
Phones 4u announces JUMP contract for regular phone upgrades