Staff Reporter

Nokia and Intel combine their Maemo and Moblin platforms for new Linux-based system, MeeGo, to work across variety of mobile and computer systems

Vodafone makes its Vodafone People social networking application available to Android users on any network

Plantronics announces four new additions to its .Audio PC headset range, all priced under £40

French Avenir Telecom gets three-year exclusive on new Energizer range of mobile charger accessories, for its distribution routes in UK and retail operation in Europe

The GSMA outlines new guidelines on design and build of M2M devices to drive down cost and drive up sales and network data traffic

Mapping company Navteq has made its Traffic solution available for UK customers

Microsoft chief Steve Ballmer finally announces Windows Mobile 6.5 follow-up, although Windows Phone 7 launches will not see the light of delay until December

UK interpretation of Brussels’ ‘means of knowledge’ rule to be put to test; fight for £26.6m VAT in case that could influence £8bn tax held in Treasury

Two new Xperia X10 handsets to run off Android platform, with Vivaz Pro based on Symbian OS

Samsung Wave, its first handset to run on its Bada open-source platform, features super-sharp display, 1GHz processor and better integration of apps and social networking functions