The O2 Joggler just got a little update, the nifty little connectivity device now brings internet radio as a function for all users of the Joggler. It is an interesting addition, but the source notes that this alone will not be enough to boost sales for this fridge-door based gadget.
In collaboration with O2 is PURE Internet Radio Service which will support the O2 Joggler, this will allow the device to hook up to internet radio stations on BBC and more. The Joggler itself has a lot of updates and improvements in store as 2010 arrives. Among the announced updates is the Adobe Flash update from version 8 to version 10.
The O2 Joggler, by itself, is a curious device by mobile carrier O2. Originally named OpenFrame, this device is a large touch screen device the size of a small netbook (it has a 7 inch screen). It uses WiFi and Ethernet connections in order to go online. The purpose of the Joggler is sort of an information hub, delivering news, weather and other relevant updates (probably through RSS feeds).
The device can also be used to send SMS messages at a certain rate per month. The best application of this is the calendar which you can preset settings to queue the sending of important messages and reminders to your mobile phone ahead of time.
At 150 Pounds, this little organizer can be a little off the budget. Considering that it has very few other features (which is the most likely reason why O2 is updating the device). Another additional feature implemented is the Family Bolt On which makes the device an information and messaging HUB for everyone in the household. While originally intended for home use and families, the Bolt On feature also proves useful in other situations as well (provided everyone is subscribing to O2).
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It seems that the O2 network is reserving the right to consider blocking access to any websites that offer TV streaming via 3G, such as the recently launched TV Catchup service.
The TV Catchup website has been optimised to suit the iPhone and is able to be accessed through a website – cleverly removing the need to go through Apple’s application approval process; a very smart move on the company’s part.
While the O2 network does encourage streaming TV via Wi Fi, (which causes no strain on the carrier,) it has stated that 3G TV streaming could very well see a ban imposed on websites that provide the service.
A spokesperson for the O2 network has been quoted as saying; “O2 offers several phones, such as the Apple iPhone and Palm Pre, that can be used to stream live TV, and we encourage customers to use this when connected to Wi-Fi either in their home or out and about,” adding that; “When customers are connected to 3G we do not block services like mobile TV, however we reserve the right to prevent access to services that affect other users’ service. This includes products that continually stream audio and/or video.”
Right now there is nothing wrong with reserving their right to do so, but if O2 actually does decide to block websites offering streaming then iPhone users are sure to be incredibly unhappy – something the network really shouldn’t be risking right now, as both Vodafone and Orange will be more than happy to take said unhappy customers when they start stocking the iPhone in the near future.
Time will tell, and if there is any more news on this asinine plan, you can be sure we will update you.