July 12, 2010 – Today’s most interesting stories in technology, media and entertainment:
Fring 3G iPhone Video Chat: A recent update to the Fring app is letting iPhone users make video calls over the 3G network. While Apple’s FaceTime app lets users video chat over Wi-Fi, Fring’s update is the first to allow video chatting over the 3g network. Will it clog AT&T’s already crowded network? Thre guesses and the first two don’t count.
Flash Goes 3-D: Adobe is bringing 3-D to Flash. The company is adding 3-D support to its latest Flash update, a move which should keep it tied to the future of gaming. Developers and gamers are rejoicing over the news.
Chatroulette is hitting the iPhone: Sort of. A new app iChatr essentially lets users play Chatroulette with others. Like who you see? Commence video chatting. Don’t like? A simple swipe will bring you a new chat buddy. If you’re wondering what Chatroulette is, check it out at Chatroulette.com but be forewarned, it’s not for kids.
Today’s Video — Shelly Palmer Chats with John Abell
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About Shelly Palmer
Shelly Palmer is the Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and CEO of The Palmer Group, a consulting practice that helps Fortune 500 companies with technology, media and marketing. Named LinkedIn’s “Top Voice in Technology,” he covers tech and business for Good Day New York, is a regular commentator on CNN and writes a popular daily business blog. He's a bestselling author, and the creator of the popular, free online course, Generative AI for Execs. Follow @shellypalmer or visit shellypalmer.com.