Not content with a simple Deutsche Telecom announcement, Mozilla’s using Mobile World Congress as a platform to launch its mobile operating system in a slew of markets. Rolling out in waves, the first round of devices featuring Firefox OS include the likes of Brazil, Colombia, Hungary, Mexico, Montenegro, Poland, Serbia, Spain and Venezuela, with more markets soon, according to the company. The first round of handsets include devices by Alcatel, LG and ZTE. Mozilla also let slip news of a forthcoming handset from Huawei, who just capped up their own MWC press conference. As you’d expect, there’s a whole slew of carriers on board. You can find the list in the release after the break.

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mg.eamobile.com JOIN THE CLUB! EA SPORTS presents FIFA 13 for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch that connects fans to the real world football and enables them to play the most popular sports franchise against friends and other fans from all over the world. More realistic than ever, FIFA 13 comes with dramatically improved graphics and an improved control scheme, delivering all the authenticity and innovation that the FIFA franchise is known for. For the first time ever, players are able to enjoy competing with friends anytime, anywhere using Online Multiplayer. Rise to the top of the Leaderboards taking superstars like Messi and Benzema on the pitch against your friends or other competitors in the FIFA online world. EA SPORTS Football Club connects players to the real-world competitions, enabling you to support your favorite club as well as connect with friends, rivals and millions of other players around the world. Earn experience points and level up to build status. You can relive crucial real-world football events through regular challenges so that FIFA 13 will look, feel and play like the real-world season. Featuring 30 leagues, more than 500 teams and more than 15000 players, the ultimate football experience is now available on the App Store. Video Rating: 0 / 5

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Language Automation, Inc.’s interview with a Mexico City-based game developer regarding the recent launch of the mobile game Mictlan – Phyne Games’ culturally and regionally-rooted game. Part 1 includes an introduction describing the state of the video game industry in Mexico. Part 2 marks the beginning of the interview and Part 3 the second half and conclusion. If you have suggestions for improvements or interest for future participation in a LAI interview, please tweet us @LanguageAutoInc. Language Automation, Inc. (LAI) is a Bay-area based boutique game localization and technical translation company serving the video game industry for nearly 20 years. We translated and localized games for publishers like Konami, Ubisoft, SCEA, Sony, and ngmoco. Our areas of expertise include MMOs, console and mobile games, and span languages in all major markets. Find out more about our organization at www.lai.com and learn more about the specialized field of video game translation and localization at our blog http Our monthly newsletter includes industry information and keeps our readers up-to-date with relevant worldwide conferences. You can sign up at bit.ly Phyne Games is an independent game development company based in Mexico City. Their first game – Mictlan – was released for Windows Phone 7 and is based upon Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead. You can follow their updates @PhyneGames and at www.phynegames.com. Video Rating: 0 / 5

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Not looking to be left out of the biofuel party, Air Canada is the latest to try out the eco-friendly alternative for its jet engines. An Airbus A319 will make the outfit’s pseudo-sustainable flight from Toronto to Mexico City powered by a 50 / 50 mixture of the aforementioned material and regular ol’ jet fuel. This particular blend is derived from recycled cooking oil and meets all standards to avoid any modifications to the aircraft’s existing systems — while still offering a 40 percent cut in emissions. In addition to green-powered trips, the airline is implementing several other measures to improve its impact on Mother Nature, including the use of iPads over paper documents for pilots. Here’s to hoping that the company will be fueling it’s own 787s with the blend in the near future.

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Remember that hugely ambitious “virtual fence” that the US Homeland Security department was so keen on blowing a few billion dollars on? Well, following a bunch of setbacks and delays in its development, it’s now been determined to be too darn expensive and is being scrapped. That’s not without splashing some cash, however, as it’s estimated that a billion dollars has already been spent on installing sensor towers along a 53-mile stretch of the Arizona border with Mexico. The plan now is to redirect funds to more conventional (and commercially available) surveillance measures, such as thermal imaging and unmanned aerial drones, which is estimated to cost $ 750 million to cover the remaining 323 miles of Arizona’s border. Whatever happens, keeping illegal immigration and contraband smuggling to a minimum isn’t going to be a cheap task. Almost makes you wonder if this isn’t a problem better solved by non-technological means.

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In Machete, Danny Trejo reprises his role from the Spy Kids films. Or perhaps not. 1. Will My Kids Like It? You may remember the title character Machete, the gruff but lovable uncle played by Danny Trejo in the Spy Kids series. Turns out, this is NOT the sequel to Spy Kids 3D . But my kids – who have become extreme fans of director Robert Rodriguez, who also did Sin City and Grindhouse – already knew that when they begged me to take them. Here Machete, the former federale , illegally crosses the border from Mexico into Texas and gets caught up in a political scheme that gives him the chance to pay back the corrupt leaders who betrayed him. There’s also lots of romping about with such co-stars as Lindsay Lohan, Jessica Alba and Michelle Rodriguez (the helicopter pilot from Avatar ). So yeah, if your kids are teenage boys, they’ll like it. 2. Will the Clerk at the Ticket Booth Let Me Drop the Kids Off to See This R-rated Film While I Go Next Door to Watch George Clooney? No. 3. Will I Like It? Surprisingly, yes. Although I had to hide my eyes at several points in the action, this is a grainy exploitation flick with lots of humor and intelligence. 4. How is the Cast? Danny Trejo’s lived-in face is of course worth watching all on its own. And with Robert DeNiro, Cheech Marin, Steven Seagal and Don Johnson in supporting roles, Rodriguez certainly had a lot to work with. 5. Does it Have Any Redeeming Social Value? Although I hadn’t seen it mentioned in any of the reviews, the plot actually centers around the issue of illegal immigration. You will gain an appreciation of the role Mexican workers play in the US economy, versus how they are perceived by some of our louder politicians. So you could almost call it educational. 6. When Would be the Best Time for a Bathroom Break? When the hero swings out of the hospital window using the bad guy’s disemboweled small intestine as a rope, or any time Trejo starts swinging those machetes. You’re not going to be looking at the screen then anyway. 7. Any Good Previews? What is it with previews that show you the entire movie? I guess they’re helpful to keep you informed if you’re not planning on seeing those movies anyway. But Green Hornet looked promising. 8. How Are the Special Effects? Did I mention the intestines? 9. Is It Loud or Scary? No, it’s not particularly loud. 10. Is the Ending Satisfying? Rodriguez puts an interesting twist on the classic hero riding off into the sunset ending – and then throws up title cards which promise sequels to come. Read the rest of this entry »

Well, this is sad and unexpected: Microsoft’s Major Nelson just announced that Xbox Live Gold will be getting more expensive in the US, UK, Canada, and Mexico starting November 1. A single month will go from $7.99 to $9.99, three months will go from $19.99 to $24.99, and the yearly sub will now be $59.99, up from $49.99. Yes, it’s super lame, but to make up for it Microsoft’s offering a discounted $40 one-year Gold sub starting November 1 — a nice deal if your subscription is set to expire around then, we suppose. We’re definitely wondering on why Microsoft is jacking Live prices right before launching Kinect and the gaming-focused Windows Phone 7, though — we’ve heard theories ranging from an attempt to increase Entertainment and Devices revenue to a simple inflation adjustment. We’ll poke around — and we’re guessing there’s about to be a run on Gold upgrade cards.

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China’s Rising Wages Reduce Cost Advantage Over Mexico, Flextronics Says China’s rising wages are cutting the country’s cost advantage over other manufacturing centers such as Mexico, according to Flextronics International Ltd. , the world’s second-largest custom electronics maker.

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