The newest version of Fring, version 3.0.04, now supports video calls for the iPhone. It’s only one-way right now.  The iPhone has no front facing camera so the application limits the iPhone user to only allow you to see the person you’re talking to providing that he/she is on a computer making a Skype connection, but hey it’s a start. Fring is available as a free download in the iTunes App Store here (link opens iTunes.) Check out the neat video Fring has released about the feature. Continue reading on Gear Diary …

My “secure app” of choice is ilium’s eWallet. The app is easy to use, works great, has a nice interface and, best of all, truly keeps you important information safe. Now Ilium has released version 7.0 of the software. In addition  they are “reshaping the idea of how customers buy software”. Instead of buying  software for a specific device now customers will buy a license to the software and then be able to use it on any device they own. As they explain, Now, for $19.95, you can use eWallet on any device we support. No extra versions. No extra purchases. When you buy eWallet it’s for you – not your device. And all existing eWallet Continue reading on Gear Diary …

AT&T & Verizon Wireless are locked in a battle of television commercials that seem to be mostly centered about one having the iPhone and the other not having it. The Sun, a newspaper publication based in the U.K., has released their own ad spoofing the iPhone and it’s quite clever. The Sun has been the UK’s best handheld for 40 years. Top news, sports, photos, gossip and games in an easy-to-share format. No waiting for pages to load, no contract, no losing reception. There’s no substitute for the Sun. Via Cult of Mac Continue reading on Gear Diary …

The 2nd annual Android Developers Challenge just wrapped up and its winners have been announced.  Why is this important?  Its because the applications these developers have created will soon find their way into the Android Market, and then on to our Android devices (Droid anyone?) Developers were able to submit applications in the following categories:  Education and Reference, Entertainment, Games- Arcade/Action, Games- Casual/Puzzle, Lifestyle, Media, Productivity/Tools, Social Networking, Travel and Misc. The winners of the ADC get $150,000 for the top overall application.  Not too shabby.  Now add that seed to whatever they will charge in the Android Market (hopefully not to much).  Its a nice way to make a living if you can… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Remember those days when you would sometimes forget where you parked your car? Worry no more! FindMyCar by Anagog is here to save your day! FindMyCar runs in your Windows Phone’s background  and uses the GPS to estimate where you last parked your car. FindMyCar will activate GPS only when connected to the car charger so battery power consumption is not affected. Once FindMyCar succeeded in estimating your car’s position, you can click the car icon and it will show up on Google Map. Now, you no longer have to worry because no matter where you go, your last parked position will show on Google Map, with your current location. Requirements:- Continue reading on Gear Diary …

If you want a music player with huge capacity (32GB), a gorgeous screen (how about a 3.3 OLED Touchscreen?) and a great way to find and enjoy all the music you want for small monthly fee (can you say “Zune Pass”?) then the Zune HD is for you. Our GearSponsor has found a great deal on one that will let you nab it for $269. In addition you get Amazon’s great customer service, free shipping, a $5 Amazon.com MP3 download coupon and a free year of Wired Magazine. But hurry, this GearDeal is expiring soon. Microsoft Zune HD 32GB 3.3-inch Touchscreen + FREE $5 MP3 credit, Wired Magazine Subscription via LogicBUY Continue reading on Gear Diary …