While Google has been in the mobile phone business by way of the Android OS and its plethora of amazing applications (through Android Market) for awhile, the Nexus One—launched last month in the USA—is its first hardware offering.

I would think that it only the most stubborn of us who hasn’t felt the twinge of guilt that comes from not being conscientious enough about helping the environment. When we throw a bottle into the rubbish bin, when we know it should have gone to recycling. When we leave the tap on as we brush our teeth, knowing that we should turn it off until we’re ready to rinse. Every little thing we fail to do hurts; and while it may be just a drop in the ocean from our perspective—we must remember, it is those drops that an ocean is made from.

What a cool new application! I’ve been reading all about the new ScanLife Mobile App, the first application that lets you use your mobile to scan a barcode and then link to product information and comparison pricing. With this application, smart shopping just became a whole lot easier.

Ladies, how long as it been since you pampered yourself? Had a manicure or pedicure? Indulged in a colour salon treatment (versus that messy, do-it-yourself-from-a-box we do because it’s cheaper). Or, let’s think bigger: how much do you deserve a spa day? Has it been that long? Well, it’s time to do something about it.

The other day I was missing a friend from the US and felt this sudden need to let her know I was thinking of her. I could have emailed, but I wanted it to be more personal than that. So I sent her a text—straight from my email to her mobile phone. A few minutes later, I received a response; straight from her mobile to my email. And, I was once again reminded of the beauty of email to SMS technology.

We’ve taken to the street to spread the message about SellMyMobile.com…
Anyone see our team when out and about?

Catching a cab around Liverpool Street Station, London?
Why not ride in style in one of our SellMymobile.com taxis!

Well, the Mobile World Congress has ended. A lot of great mobile phone technology was presented and it will be exciting to see how the new phones do in the 2010 mobile phone market.

Deep in the darkest corner of your desk drawer, in the bottom of that box of “things I keep but never use”, hidden away in the top shelf of your wardrobe—these are the places where you find old mobiles. These are the places where you find hidden treasure. Hidden treasure? Yes! Your old mobile phone is cash waiting to happen. And it’s just sitting there—collecting dust.

Right now, as we sit at our computers reading my blog (or in my case, typing it), in Barcelona the Mobile World Congress is holding session. What is Mobile World Congress? Simply put, it is the place to be if you’re into mobile phones. Industry leaders gather, exchange information, and conduct business. Exhibitors showcase the newest products and give us a glimpse into future concepts. There is even an awards ceremony with awards for “Best Mobile Handset or Device”, and “Mobile Personality of the Year”.