Mobile World

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 31, 2011

Inspect2GO (http://www.inspect2go.com/data/) has developed new software for data entry, mobile data collection and database communication while working in the field. The wireless communication software enables users to perform business related functions on tablets and smartphones. The app can import forms and data from a hosted SQL database. Features include signature capture, picture taking, image markup and data import/export to/from a server-side database for storage and comparison. Data can be exported as a Microsoft Excel compatible file (csv) or database file (via web services) to the customers SQL server, or Inspect2GOs secure, hosted web server. Uses include site inspection, self-audits, quality and audit checklists, SOPs, restaurant order entry, office appointment booking, sales/tradeshow customer data entry, or highly sophisticated data collection processes from the iPad, iPhone or Android tablet.

Data can be shared by multiple mobile users, in multiple locations. Users can store, retrieve, share, compare, edit and approve each others checklists, forms and other data. Server side reporting functions include trending, graphs, statistical data analysis and business intelligence. PDF reports and forms created on the custom mobile apps can be professionally formatted with photos, logos, signatures and data.

Data Collection

London, UK (PRWEB) November 01, 2011

The bearish growth of payments being made in non face-to-face transactions has vividly accelerated the tempo of change and the movement to electronic payments. Mobile payments have already been labeled as the future of banking. The value of financial transactions made via mobile phones is forecast to rest at $ 245 billion worldwide by 2014. At the same time, the number of users carrying out transactions using mobile money is expected to reach 340 million by 2014, which makes up 5% of existing mobile subscribers across the globe.

New market research study Mobile Payments: USA Market Analysis prepared by Mind Commerce Publishing has been recently published by Market Publishers Ltd.

Report Details:

Title: Mobile Payments: USA Market Analysis

Published: October, 2011

Pages: 108

Price: US$ 995

http://marketpublishers.com/report/technologies_electronics/telecommunications/mobile_payments_usa_market_analysis.html

Reports Contents:

Executive Summary

Money Transfers

Mobile Payments Developments in Emerging Markets

The Role of the Devices

The Role of Mobile Operators

Banks Role

Technologies

Future Trends

Features

E-Marketing

Challenges

Management Challenge

Customers Expectations

Security Problems

Technical Challenges

Solutions

Current Mobile Payments Systems the End of the Credit Card Era and the Rise of the Wallet

ISIS wallet

Google Wallet and its SWOT Analysis

Google Wallet Challenges and how to overcome it

PayPal and Google Wallet

Visa Wallet SWOT Analysis

Serve by American Express E-wallet and its SWOT Analysis

Google Wallet Verses ISIS Wallet

Comparison between Current Wallet Systems

Advantages of the M-payments Systems

US Telecommunication Market Analysis

Conclusions

Worldwide Mobile Payment Market Analysis 2012-2017

US Mobile Payment Market Analysis 2012-2017

Mobile Payment Drivers for the US Market

Deployment Mobile Payment System

The Current US Mobile Payment Systems

Mobile Payment Ecosystem

Mobile Payment Models

The Mobile Payment Methods

Features of the Mobile Payment Ecosystem

Bumps on the Road for M-payment

The Features of Mobile Payments in the US and its ROI71

The Conversion from Credit Cards to Mobile Payments Challenges and Opportunities

Business Challenges

Mobile Payment Regulatory in the US

Market Potential for Mobile Phone Devices in Latin America

The Market for Mobile Phone Devices in Latin America: 2011 – 2016

The Latin American Mobile Market

Introduction

The Market in the Past

The Market in 2004

The Market in 2005

The Market in 2006

The Market in 2007 to 2010

Conclusions

Mobile Payment Providers in Latin America

US Mobile Payment Providers Analysis

XIPWIRE

Advantages of XIPWIRE

XIPWIRE vs PayPal Mobile

Zong

Mopay

Luup

Bango

eServGlobal

More new market research reports by the publisher can be found at Mind Commerce Publishing page.

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Cincinnati (PRWEB) November 02, 2011

Today, the makers of Lectora

(PRWEB) November 02, 2011

Consumers must take the time and effort to educate themselves prior to purchasing an extended warranty or insurance for their consumer electronics including the new iPhone 4S. There are many factors to evaluate including the cost, coverage, claims process, and the provider.

One of the considerations is what the coverage is actually costing. Currently, mobile phone carriers entice customers with low monthly premiums, ranging from $ 7 to $ 12 with a high deductible of up to $ 199 every time you file a claim. The monthly premiums add up to about $ 288 for two years of coverage plus up to $ 200 for the deductible for a smart phone for a total out of pocket cost of about $ 488 to insure a smart phone with only one claim. Imagine paying $ 199 deductible every time a claim had to be filed. Securranty, an alternative to the phone insurance offered by cell phone carriers, offers savings of up to 70% in savings along with a monthly installment option without interest or credit check and a low deductible of $ 50.

The second consideration is the coverage offered for the cost. The number of claims allowed over the life of the policy in addition to types of damage covered or excluded is an important comparison. Many providers do not clearly disclose the exclusions or the limits on the number of claims or the deductible. Take the time and effort to pick up the phone and call the provider with specific questions regarding the number of claims and exclusions. Securranty provides comparison data on different warranty providers on its Get Smart page or on the product page.

The claims process is another very important factor in choosing your extended warranty or insurance provider. All warranty providers at the end of the day will repair or replace the phone as per the terms and conditions. The question or the difference is how quickly the phone is repaired. Cell phone carriers may overnight a replacement phone, new or refurbished, the next day. However, this quick service costs up to $ 199 in deductible every time a claim is filed and premium paid over 2 years of up to $ 268. The cost can add up really fast if there is more than one claim in the policy period. Comparing to Securranty, the premium of $ 89 for 2 years with a $ 50 deductible provides substantial savings, but claims are processed in 3-5 days. The decision is over savings versus speed. If saving money is more important then having a phone replaced the next day, consider the use of a spare phone lying around the home or buy a spare phone with the money saved.

Another difference between Securranty and other providers is that they provide options

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) November 03, 2011

Bare Reef has released updates to its complete line of stock portfolio management apps for iPhone, iPad and Mac. This free update to all users offers several new enhancements including last-in-first-out (LIFO) accounting and annualized return calculations for stocks.

Portfolio mobile (previously StockTrac) offers the most comprehensive set of features found in any iPad, iPhone or Mac stock portfolio monitoring application. Among them are:

Support for multiple portfolios
Support for trading in multiple currencies
Technical charting
Reporting (Mac / iPad versions)
PUSH-based price alerts (iPad / iPhone versions)
Broker integration using Open Financial Exchange (OFX)
Portfolio performance comparison and charting
Web-based management and backup

Device Requirements:

iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch and Mac
Requires iOS 3.2 or later / Mac OS X 10.6

Pricing and Availability:

Portfolio mobile for iPhone is $ 2.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies). Portfolio mobile for iPhone Pro is $ 19.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies). Portfolio mobile for iPad is $ 19.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies). Portfolio mobile for Mac is $ 24.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies). iPad and iPhone versions are available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Finance Category. The Mac version is available worldwide in the App Store and at portfoliomobile.com.

Bare Reef LCC was founded in 2006 by Greg Hoover to provide customer-driven applications for investors of all backgrounds. Bare Reef develops desktop applications, web-based services and mobile apps for a variety of platforms. Its flagship product, Portfolio mobile (previously StockTrac), comprises a line of mobile and desktop apps that boast an unparalleled feature set and the most responsive support. For further information, review licenses, or to schedule interviews, please contact Bare Reef President Greg Hoover. Copyright (C) 2011 Bare Reef LLC. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and /or other countries.

Greg Hoover

President

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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November 25, 2011

Even on Thanksgiving Day, many shoppers were using their phones and tablet computers to comparison shop online or simply shop, according to data just released by TheFind. The early store openings by many of the national retailers seem to have helped to bring shoppers in Thursday night as mobile search volumes on TheFind indicated.

Door Busters:

Topping the list of most searched for items on mobile phones and tablets was a 32 inch Samsung LCD screen which typically sells for as much as $ 349.99, and was being offered for $ 279.99, a price matched by several national retailers.

Another top scanned item was a Microsoft Xbox 4GB Kinect bundle, which Amazon was selling at a promotional price of $ 199.99, for which the retailer quickly sold through its stock of discounted units.

Apple iPad and iPod Touch were also highly searched for items with mobile devices. Amazons Kindle Fire did not fare as well in mobile searches, and didnt crack the top 20 most searched for items by mobile shoppers according to TheFind. Though it is in the top 5 most searched for items by online electronics shoppers on TheFind.

Perhaps indicating a trend for the holidays, shoppers appeared to be in the market for accessories to go along with their smartphones and tablet computers, along with games to accompany new or existing gaming consoles.

With a sluggish economy and the lack of a breakout holiday must have gifts, shoppers did take advantage of the early starts to Black Friday. Searches and scans from smart phones indicate that consumers went to stores Thursday evening and night but seem to be trying to keep their gifts below $ 50 thus far, with the exception of items that are priced too low not to buy, such as some of the door buster deals on new TVs and gaming consoles, said Siva Kumar, CEO of TheFind.

Facebook Like Data

In keeping with its tally of Facebook Like data that indicates that the LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Learning Tablet would be a hot seller, TheFinds actual mobile search data from Thanksgiving Day shows the LeapPad as one of its top searched for toys.

According to TheFind, the top searched for toys and electronics by mobile shoppers on Thanksgiving Day were as follows:

Toys:

1.

Madison, Wis (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

As smartphone usage proliferates among high school and university students, new data indicates that students who use their mobile devices as study tools study more often and more efficiently. An infographic developed by StudyBlue

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

Totem, the industry leader in providing fair, quick payments for used mobile phones and iPads, is pleased to integrate its services with uSell.com, a respected comparison shopping website that scours the Internet in search of the best price offers for used electronics.

The providers that work with uSell.com have been carefully vetted for reputation, honesty in advertising, ethical business practices and customer satisfaction. The straightforward uSell.com quote system quickly supplies a list of reputable gadget buyers, allowing shoppers to compare real time prices, customer ratings, payment options and delivery times.

We are thrilled to have Totem as the latest addition to our platform, said Nik Raman, one of the founders of uSell.com. As one of the pioneers in the reCommerce industry, Totem has the ability to provide great pricing and service to uSell’s customers, particularly for high end devices.

Totem specializes in offering top dollar for those who wish to sell iPads, sell iPhone models, and other used mobile devices, including various iPhone, Blackberry, HTC and Motorola models. The companys expert team of refurbishers, resellers and recyclers pay consumers a fair market rate for devices that continue to be in demand nationally and internationally.

Consumers can also connect with quality buyers of tablets, mp3 players and digital cameras through uSell.com. All trades made through uSell.com are backed by the companys 100% Max Cash Guarantee, which pays the difference if a customer is given a better offer by a competitor within 72 hours of receiving a quote from a partner website.

If a buyer cannot be located for a device, uSell.com readily recommends options where consumers can safely recycle their outdated gadgets.

About HelloTotem.com

Totem is committed to providing the highest quality buyback program in the industry, while remaining true to its values of social responsibility. The companys expert team of resellers, refurbishers and recyclers work diligently to ensure that consumers have an easy, efficient method to dispose of their old technology in a financially lucrative, yet environmentally friendly manner.

About uSell.com

uSells Consumer Cash Commerce Platform and Max Cash Guarantee catapult the company to the top of the comparison shopping industry. A subsidiary of Upstream Worldwide, Inc., a publicly traded company headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, uSell only works with reputable buyers so that customers always receive the best service and highest payouts when selling their used electronics.

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London, UK (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

The iPad might be the top gift this Christmas but Android users are more likely to shop online using their mobile device say online retailers, Make Me Beautiful. The company, which specialises in jewellery for a predominantly forever 30s female market, such as designer clip on earrings, said that a study of their users revealed that although users of Apple products such as the iPad and iPhone outnumbered Android users, Android users were 0.5% more likely to complete a purchase than iPad users and 3% more likely than iPhone users. Users of other mobile operating systems such as Symbian or Blackberry OS mainly used the site to gather information and did not typically try to checkout.

“Mobile users in the last 3 months now represent just under 10% of our total traffic on http://www.make-me-beautiful.co.uk," explained Misae Richwoods, director of Make Me Beautiful. “This is statistically significant as a channel and, excluding Google Shopping, means it could equal Comparison Shopping Engines over the next 12 months. I certainly consider our audience to be fairly with-it, however we were surprised to see just how quickly the channel had grown and that Android users were clearly finding surfing on their devices that much easier.”

The main findings of the study were:

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Denver, CO (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

QR codes or SnapTags: which are best to use in mobile marketing campaigns? A new infographic unveiled today by SpyderLynk sets up a side-by-side comparison between two of the most popular mobile barcodes used by marketers.

See the infographic here: http://www.spyderlynk.com/idea-lab/snaptag-university/qr-codes-vs-snaptags

The infographic explores the accessibility, functionality, brandability and costs associated with SnapTag and QR code campaigns. For instance, SnapTags are accessible on any mobile phone with a camera, whereas QR codes are accessible only to those who have downloaded a QR code reader. Both types of barcodes offer options for reporting and data tracking.

People are still learning about SnapTags and QR codes, so this infographic is an opportunity to show some of the considerable advantages offered by SnapTags, said Nicole Skogg, CEO of SpyderLynk. SnapTags provide wider mobile access, more options for branding and a more comprehensive means of reporting. SnapTags offer tremendous value to brands and consumers.

The infographic explores capabilities where SnapTags excel, including dynamic responses, accessibility, database building, complex analytics and reusability. Both SnapTags and QR codes allow mobile activation, geolocation, and social networking.

With consumer adoption of mobile barcodes rapidly increasing, SpyderLynk collected a number of statistics related to mobile barcodes: