[UPDATE] Mobile Web Server Extensions Goes public !

My Mobile Site Widgets is a set of widgets visible on your PC (Windows or Mac). With these widgets, you can view the contents of your mobile phone and initiate certain operations like SMS sending or call initiation over a secure HTTPS channel.

The widgets run on Yahoo! Widgets engine installed on the PC and Python scripts running under Mobile Web Server provide the functionality on the mobile device. The widgets are polling the phone regularly to update the presented information. User can set the update interval in the widgets preferences window available in the right click menu.

You can read more over here !

Read more about install process here !

NB : the Calendar widget is not part of this release. It might be released later

SensyScan v1.1 : Security camera with motion detection and various communication capabilities !

SensyScan(C) is a high-performance home security and surveillance solution with motion-detection. On detection, it can save the images causing the alarm, and/or send SMS or MMS/E-Mail message with the picture included, to the given phone number or e-mail address.

SensyScan is fully configurable by sending command SMS messages to it. You can start and stop scanning, request pictures, or status informations and logs, and you can adjust various setting of the application.



On the main-view you can see real-time motion information: the motion-bar that shows the current motion-level and sensitivity level, so you can easily adjust the sensitivity of the scanning to the preferred value. It also highlights the current area in real-time where the motion is detected.

You can set a HotSpot, if you want to monitor only a specified part of the area, so motions only inside the HotSpot are detected or outside of it when it is inverted.



It provides a log-view where every important event is documented; a new log file is created for every day, so the log is easy to manage if the application is used for long intervals of times. It also provides a view where the pictures saved on motion-detection can be easily accessed.

- Reliable motion-detecting algorithm
- On screen real-time motion-information and full-screen view, for an easier calibration and setup
- Various configuration and calibration possibilities including: high speed and high accuracy scan modes, sensitivity setting, HotSpot, timers, type of saved picture (Low Resolution, High resolution, Series), type of alarm message (No message, SMS, MMS/E-Mail) etc..
- Full remote configuration and usage, with SMS control-messages
- Control message filtering (control messages only from specified phone numbers are allowed)
- Message forwarding (forwarding SMS messages sent to SensyScan)
- SMS/MMS/E-mail notifications/alarms on detections
- On-demand picture sending (pictures can be requested by control messages)
- Status information, and log sending by SMS or MMS
- Start and stop timers
- Detailed help

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[UPDATE] NiiMe Mouse v0.2

I didn't post about NiiMe (NiiMe Mouse and NiiMe Wheel) that enables users to control and drive the mouse cursor on their desktop computer via Bluetooth using motion detection and gestures using their S60 mobile device...(for some reasons) but i post about its update now !




IN THE PHONE (Install all applications in the phone memory)

1. Install Accelerometer Plug-In and aXYZ Plug-in
2. Install Python for S60 3rd edition (IMPORTANT: Plug-in and Shell)

IN THE COMPUTER (Step 1 only in .Py version not in packaged .EXE)

1. Install Python 2.5 and modules(WxPython, PySerial and Win32Ext) in your computer
2. Plug-in a bluetooth adapter (Use its own drivers, not Microsoft ones)

NOW LET'S GO TU RUN IT

1. Enable Bluetooth ;)
2. Open Python in your mobile, go to: "Options>Bluetooth Console" and connect to your computer
3. Run the Niime software (NiiMe.exe or NiiMe.py) and select the COM port of your bluetooth.

--> Right now Left click button is the "Right Option" button of the mobile and Exit button is the "Red Button"
--> The "INVERT" function is useful in Google Earth to fly (Press Ctrl+Alt+A in Google Earth)

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NB : A2JSoft is alo developing a companion software that will allow users to use remotely play driving simulators on their PC using hand gestures as if they were holding and moving the steering wheel of a real car.

[UPDATE] Nokia PC Phone v1.2.2078

Minor update was released for Nokia PC Phone...

Fixes:

- Some times call log was either empty or strange characters was seen
- Contacts already deleted from phone were seen in PC Phone
- Some times contacts were seen at all in PC Phone
- PC Phone service crashed some times when IE7 browser was closed
- Phone number that contains space in contacts could not be used to call or send SMS
- Time in Call log is now local time, not UTC

Known issues:

- IMPORTANT NOTE: always use "Get Connected Wizard" at least once with S60 phones:
the small application needed is installed from there. Instructions:
- do not connect USB cable
- start Nokia PC Phone view in your browser
- click the "Not connected" button at the upper right corner of Nokia PC Phone screen
- follow the instructions; remember to accept the application installation with your phone
- IE7: phone numbers in Contacts tab are "painted" for click-to-call
- Disconnect/reconnect cable with certain older phone models does not work reliable
- Support for Series 60 phones is preliminary (only Series 60 3.0 Feature Pack 1 with USB are supported)
- Updating/installing Nokia PC Suite will cause one Nokia PC Phone to crash. This is harmless, though.
After rebooting the PC (needed after PC Suite installation) everything works fine.
This was verified with Nokia PC Suite version 6.85.14.1
- Multiple contact delete is very slow
- S40 phones do not store message sent via PCCS
- IE7: click to Add contacts and SMS has issues with opening PC Phone window & focus handling
- "Recognize phone numbers" in Firefox is not saved (i.e. the setting is lost when Firefox is restarted)
- Interoperability problems with PC Suite (either PC Suite or PC Phone cannot connect to phone)

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[UPDATE] Nokia PC Phone v1.2.2042 : IE7 support added !

Nokia PC Phone has been updated to fix some bugs and add IE7 support.

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SkyeSpy : Coming Soon !

SkyeSpy is remote audio monitoring, detection and notification software for your S60v3 mobile device

- SkyeSpy can be used as:
(1) an intruder detection and alarm system for the home and office,
(2) a remote baby monitor,
(3) a remote car alarm monitor, or
(4) a spy device to listen-in on any environment without anyone knowing!

- SkyeSpy is installed on a mobile device that is used as the audio monitoring hardware

- The SkyeSpy device is placed in an area where the audio/sound is to be monitored e.g. near a baby, in the home/office etc

- SkyeSpy is 'paired' to 'communicate' with another mobile device or landline

- When SkyeSpy detects an audio instance, it alerts the paired device with an SMS, MMS or even a CALL!

- There are 2 ways for the user to interact with the SkyeSpy device:
(1) SkyeSpy contacts user - SkyeSpy will contact the user in one of many ways (see below)
(2) User contacts SkyeSpy - User can call the SkyeSpy device and secretly listen in real-time (see below)

- Detect, connect and protect your family, friends and assets with SkyeSpy

Example:
* SkyeSpy monitors all surrounding audio. On detection of audio above a determined threshold e.g. level 12 out of 15 – such as a car alarm, a breaking window or a baby crying, SkyeSpy will start recording the incoming audio for 60 seconds, then automatically send the user the audio recording as an MMS sound clip.

desktop widgets : Based on Mobile Web Server technology !

4 days ago, i was invited to a closed beta test for one of the latest original projects (desktop widgets) by Jukka !



Simply, this is a collection of small applications ie. Yahoo's widgets running on the PC desktop each serving a purpose:

- read, reply and send text messages (it works just great, awesome !),



- make a call (access to your contacts, dial new ones),



- manage your calendar entries (creat, edit, delete etc) just like you do with your lovely S60 ;)



- browse gallery pictures, view the level of your battery and network signal etc.

The application will be available soon to a wider distribution, stay in touch ;)

NB : I prefer personally this solution (much better) rather than Nokia PC Phone for exemple :)

Nokia PC Phone

Nokia PC Phone is an experimental service that gives you a possibility to use your mobile phone with your Web Browser.

You can call, text and manage contacts from your phone.



You can communicate by using Nokia PC Phone with your friends and family even though they don't have the Nokia PC Phone themselves. Your friends are not able to tell the difference whether you are using the Nokia PC Phone or not, because your calls and text messages are actually made from your own Nokia phone.

More instructions to be found here !

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rsync Symbian: Synchronize Nokia S60 Files with multiple Folders on Computer via SSH over WiFi

A port of rsync for Symbian has been made available including full source code (as per the GPL) allowing you to quickly upload and download files to and from your mobile device.



You can read more about details of setup and configuration instructions over here

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irRemote Development Challenges !

Two years have passed since irRemote was last seen on S60 2nd edition. Since then irRemote was one of the most awaited applications for S60 3rd edition. The biggest problem in developing the application for the new S60, were the changes in the security architecture of Symbian OS as well as in the handling of the infra-red port. The infra-red port was the main delaying factor in the development and market release of the application. In order to send proper IR codes the psiloc team had to access the hardware driver. Only this enabled them to send IR codes using the infra-red port with acceptable time tolerance and with the signal as verbatim as the original remote control. Another problem they faced, was the poor resolution of the system timer. This in turn stood in the way of sending well calibrated IR signals. That's why we had to manually determine the exact time...

They knew very well that the biggest disadvantage of the previous irRemote was the non-modifiable bundled remotes database that came with the application. they thus decided to take on the popular community approach this time. Now anyone can easily upload remotes to their database using a simple and intuitive wizard. What's more, by rating the remotes all irRemote users can now decide which remotes to make a go for. This proved to be just what the users wanted and the numbers speak for themselves, over 500 different devices were uploaded in the first week of the public tests!

You can read more over here ;)

Psiloc irRemote : For all by now !

If you still remember my last post about irRemote, i mentioned that it was available only for those Psiloc customers who have bought and activated any of Psiloc S60 3rd application on the device they are using now, but now, it's available for all of you ! ;)

If you cannot find the codes you need, you can upload your own ones and build your own remote control using the online wizard at http://irremote.psiloc.com. You can rank the codes you have added within 48 hours otherwise they will be deleted.

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NB: The quality of IR LED varies between phone models and even particular devices within one model. It's not guaranted as psiloc said, that your phone will work with your IR equipment nor the range of IR signal.

Psiloc irRemote : Available for licensed users !

This beta version of irRemote is available only for those Psiloc customers, who have bought and activated any of Psiloc S60 3rd application on the device they are using now (the Smartphone is identified by IMEI number). To activate run irRemote, select Activate for free and follow the instructions. The beta version will be valid until 15 th of November.

The main feature of Psiloc irRemote is ability to remotely control audio and video equipment using your Smartphone. The database of compatible codes is continually being evolved by end users who can test and rate all the codes. It supports most brands of electronic devices available on the market. Moreover, irRemote is usable with no additional software or hardware required.

If you cannot find the codes you need, you can upload your own ones and build your own remote control using the online wizard at http://irremote.psiloc.com. Please rank the codes you have added within 48 hours otherwise they will be deleted.

We are still seeking the most proper way of communication between IrRemote and device you want to control so it will be a great help for us if you can choose different methods of communication and rank it. You can change the communication method by choosing: Options->Settings->IR mode.

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IrRemote to be released on 1st of November?

A quick news about what was the reply from Psiloc team to the VERY comon question : any ideas about a release date? as i was reanding in the Psiloc Applications Google Group ;)

Bloove : manage your phone via web browser

Bloove is online phone management service. It allows you to edit address book contacts and speed dial settings, initiate calls and send SMS - all from your favorite browser. It is like PC Suite for the web.

It's compatible with GPRS, EDGE, WCDMA, Wi-Fi etc. So no cable, infrared or Bluetooth hardware is needed. You will need to install Bloove Agent application on your phone, no installs are required on the desktop. You may manage your phone everywhere you have just a browser, without cumbersome desktop application.

You can read the FAQ section for more information about that cool application ;)

Psiloc is looking for Beta Testers for Ir Remote?

Well that's what i was reading this morning on Psiloc_Applications Google Group
Requirements:

- an S60 3rd edition device with IR port
- access to the Internet from the device
- access to household equipment controlled by remote controls
- discretion

To apply please send an e-mail to support [at] psiloc.com and provide them:

Your device model
IMEI of your device
Important: The subject field of your email must include 'Beta Testing'

All qualified candidates will receive more information next week.