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Hello from the Spatial Media LBSzone...
We'll I'm back from a whirl-wind journey to Finland where myself, along with about 3 dozen other bloggers, new media technologists, early adopters of mobile technology and social media technology gurus, where we had a chance to discuss the what, where, when and why of mobile, particularly with respect to our social networks. I have to admit, like many others in attendance, I'm still trying to process fully what transpired! Made up of several "workshops", one of which I moderated, we shared our tales and thoughts on the likely direction that social networking will take, and in particular, the role that the mobile web will play as things evolve. There were no correct answers, there were no stupid comments, there were no misfits, etc... there was simply a group of cool people sharing their stories and offering up insights from their own special corner of the social web. This might sound a bit abstract and you may wonder, what the hell was Glenn doing there and what is he talking about? Well, that's how Nokia (sponsor of the event, via their WomWorld extension) likes to get a glimpse at future technologies and the role that the company's solutions can as the mobile web expands it's reach. Obviously, I was providing insight into my thoughts on the geo-social web and other location-aware solutions that users take advantage of to expand their networks and share their experiences. If I left with anything, it was the reinforcement that geo-social networking is hot and it's HUGE! Opportunities are a plenty and users are soaring... the sky is the limit in this space.
If this is all too much for you to think about at the moment (I know it's been a load for me as I try to recoup), I can relate... I'm still absorbing a ton of material and media. So, maybe take a load off and test your Geographical skills in this contest from Nokia called the Mapsters... have fun - you just might win a new Nokia 6110 Navigator! I just got a score of 69,900 on first try, can you beat that? Oh, and please, don't forget about thegreenthing!
[Send your comments, announcements, tips, tricks, gripes, or kudos to Glenn
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"The Future of Location Based Services"
Sept. 30, 2008 - 7:45-9:00 AM(PST) - Vancouver, Canada
Attend this brief business seminar to gain expert insights on the emerging business models that will impact the location based services (LBS) industry. This is the perfect opportunity to network with fellow executive colleagues and NAVTEQ about future business development opportunities. Come learn about:
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Mapping's Role in Driving LBS
The Future of LBS
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RECENT LBSZONE FEATURES & Top LBS NEWS
You'll find regular feature articles, commentary, application spotlights, developer zone tips and other original
feature
content at LBSzone. We're also open to your article submissions so if you have an LBS focused paper, solution,
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other article feel free to contact us and send us your submission - info@lbszone.com is open 24/7 around the
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LBSZone Spotlight... N-Gage hits Canada via the new N-Gage and Nokia Maps services on Rogers Wireless' High-Speed Network -
Nokia Maps, with GPS functionality and featuring Location Based Services, enables users to expertly navigate, whether searching for an unfamiliar address in their home city or exploring a vacation destination. With Nokia N-Gage, consumers can easily find, try and buy the best in mobile games with a range of innovative, made-for-mobile titles from Nokia, such as Reset Generation and Dirk Dagger and The Fallen Idol. Ovi may not be perfect as of yet, however, the addition of N-Gage and connected, shared gaming is definitely a huge asset to this clever service.
From the Blog Coming Down from the Nokia OpenLab08 High -
We'll I'm back from a whirl-wind journey to Finland where myself, along with about 3 dozen other bloggers, new media technologists, early adopters of mobile technology and social media technology gurus, had a chance to discuss the what, where, when and why of mobile, particularly with respect to social networks, social media, and the geo-social web.
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"Real-Time Development of LBS using MapTP"
Sept. 30, 2008 - 1:00-4:30 PM(PST) - Vancouver, Canada
Attend this half day technical workshop to understand how you can leverage NAVTEQ’s MapTP platform to create of a location based solution. The workshop begins with an introduction to the MapTP and then a real-time creation of a location based solution will illustrate the usage of many components of the platform. It is the perfect opportunity to network with fellow technical colleagues and NAVTEQ about future development opportunities.
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LBSzone NEWS & INDUSTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS
LBSzone Videos -
View video clips showing the latest demos, applications, devices, and services that are taking advantage of mobile location-based services (LBS), GPS, and geo positioning. Interested in submitting your video? Contact LBSzone Please send details to info at lbszone.com
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EVENT UPDATES
Browse this section to learn about mobile technology / wireless industry conferences, training, seminars,
webinars, and relevant events. Feel free to make a suggestion for future consideration or contact us to promote your event.
The Future of LBS Seminar
Wavefront presents to the Pacific NW developer community: NAVTEQ Executive Breakfast Seminar: "The Future of LBS" Tuesday, September 30, 2008 7:45 - 9:00 AM (PST)
deCarta DevCon 08
deCarta's devCON'08 is a unique opportunity for you to get first-hand perspective and information from the technologists and industry experts who are bringing new capabilities and technology to this booming market. October 22-24, 2008, InterContinental Hotel, San Francisco
Tele Atlas LBS Innovators Series - Bring your app to life with maps! Location can add value to a wide range of consumer and enterprise applications - social networking, travel, Points of Interest, real-time traffic, personal security, and more. This contest is for both Web and mobile applications that include mapping or location as a functionality enhancement.
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Recent notes from the AnyGeo Blog
TwitPic extends your photos to Twitter
Flickr Bike Mapping
Coming Down from the Nokia OpenLab08 High
the green thing
Location-Aware voice marks via Geograffiti
LBSzone Tip Google MyMaps + TakItWithMe + Garmin Communicator API = WOW! -
Every once in a while an application comes along that makes you sit back and say... WOW! TakItWithMe is a new service for uploading Google My Maps and Google Earth KML content to Garmin and other handheld devices. TakItWithMe is a free service and supports most Garmin hand-held devices by leveraging the newly announced Garmin Communicator API. According to the developers... "Combined with the recent Maplets functionality at maps.google.com, this helps bridge the geoweb to real world GPS use. "
DID-U-KNOW... you can offset your carbon footprint the next time you travel using a cool mobile app called
we.offset
SUGGESTED READING
Curbing Costs with Google Apps -
Start-up IT services provider Counterpoint Consulting and office products distributor Indoff, which has been in business for thirty years, operate in very different industries, but the two rapidly growing organizations share the need to provide employees with cost-effective yet continually updated technological capabilities.
Leveraging the Value of Imaging in Enterprise Mobility Applications -
Bar code scanning has come to play a central role in today's enterprise, eliminating manual processes and bringing a new level of automation, productivity and accuracy to a wide range of applications. But in contrast, mobile image capture - photographs and video - is not nearly as common in today's enterprises.
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