Mobilize

Confluence creates opportunity

So far, the promise of the mobile web has been just that—a promise. Despite big plans and grand visions, the untethered Internet has eluded us all, largely due to the slower-than-predicted rollout of 3G wireless technologies. But that is all set to change, as many wireless industry insiders believe that 4G Wireless (also known as LTE or WiMAX) might arrive faster than expected.

Indeed, with the recent convergences of design, user experience, handset technology, and location and wireless network technology, the promise of the mobile web is finally about to be unleashed. Faster network speeds are powering devices with bigger screens, newer interfaces and an emphasis on delivering a new kind of wireless Internet experience. The standard operating systems—RIM's Blackberry, Apple, Google Android, LiMo, Windows Mobile and Symbian—are opening up opportunities for new applications and new ideas. Add to this the new generation of mobile browsers that can render AJAX web apps. It's hard not to get excited about the possibilities.

In order to understand the implications of all this, we present to you Mobilize in September 2008.

Mobilize will be a one-day conference that brings together the thought leaders and practitioners of the mobile web. Through talks, demonstrations and debate we hope to get a better sense of the future and, at the same time, define opportunities for both entrepreneurs and those looking to back them.

If you’re interested in speaking at the conference, please fill out a proposal form. For sponsorship details, please visit our sponsors page.