Remote “on premises” betting is gaining in popularity and spreading beyond its high profile use in Las Vegas land casinos, with New Jersey the latest state to approve the concept as it attempts to increase revenues for the troubled racing industry. Continue Reading »

The UK mobile gambling technology provider Mfuse has scored another coup, signing up the major UK gambling group Gala Coral for mobile sportsbetting facilities, expected to launch early 2009. Continue Reading »

Our earlier report on the imminent launch of All Slots’ new mobile gambling facility has been followed by news that the software, provided by Spin3, is now operational. Continue Reading »

The launch of a new mobile gambling service, reportedly powered by Spin3, is imminent at Jackpot Factory subsidiary All Slots Casino.com. Over the past two weeks the affiliate marketing program behind the group, Brightshare, has been gearing its members up for a major launch of French and English language versions using a variety of marketing channels.

Spin3’s ability to facilitate mobile action on iPhone as well as WAP will be a prominent marketing feature, it is believed, giving players top-quality browsing and ease of play, with no downloads or installations required, and access from the internal browser. The ubiquitous iPhone allows players immediate access to up to four games with real-casino gambling features. Spin 3 announced this capability back in September this year.

All Slots, launched eight years back, is the flagship brand in a group of seven online gambling operations owned by Jackpot Factory.

A spokesman said that the mobile launch was imminent, and revealed: “Adding to the excitement of the launch is the simultaneous introduction of All Slots Mobile Casino on the Apple iPhone and iPod touch. This follows the growing trend of bringing a real Internet experience to mobile devices, with no connectivity issues or screen size and browser constraints. All Slots Mobile Casino is accessed directly from the internal browser, with no downloads, installations or upgrades necessary”

He added that players will be offered four instant-access, play-for-real casino games made exclusively for the Apple iPhone and iPod touch mobile digital devices.

The iPhone sold a mind-boggling one million units within 74 days of its launch, and is one of the most popular mobile phones on the market, largely because of its feature-rich applications. The All Slots Mobile Casino’s instant-access games will therefore be among the most advanced mobile casino experiences available on the market.

The application will be free with a real play option, and the instant-play games are fully hosted by All Slots on the Web, with no download required. Players simply enter All Slots Mobile Casino instantly via the iPhone’s web browser.  The smooth user experience is further enhanced by the elimination of java-related system messages (certificate warnings, installation and download approval, saving RMS data etc).  The casino works on both 3G/EDGE networks and Wi-Fi.

The games on the new mobile system come from Microgaming, ensuring high resolution images and advanced in-game features. Because these have been designed with iPhone and iPod touch front-of-mind, the system takes advantage of all of the player device’s features for an unparalleled gaming experience, an insider promised.

Playtech-powered online gambling operator Casino Tropez has expanded its mobile offering by launching language-specific platforms targeted on the Swedish and Italian markets. Continue Reading »

On-the-go blackjack enthusiasts who want to while away time with some free mobile action or practice have a new offering to consider. Vancouver-based Panoramic Software Inc. has launched its BlackJack for Windows Mobile Professional. The company has used a YouTube video to promote the launch.

Panoramic Blackjack is being punted as ideal for players who are looking to improve their game, or for those who are looking for entertaining casino game play on a number of levels. This is strictly not-for-money gambling, however, Panoramic points out. The software requires Windows Mobile 5.0 or later to run and will bring to mobile device:

• Classic Blackjack gameplay
• Card Counting options
• Authentic sound effects
• HiScores saved
• Gamestate always saved, even after switch off
• Hit, Stand, Double, Surrender, Split and Insurance capability
• Three (3) levels of difficulty
• Learn to Play mode, with basic optimised strategy

The software is available online at just under $10.

A 3 year deal signed late in September 2008 between mobile technology provider Mfuse and the UK online gambling group William Hill plc came to fruition this week as the facility went live and operational. Continue Reading »

The Californian public company Hop-On Inc., has launched its first casino product in a move to secure a slice of the burgeoning mobile gambling market. A company spokesman said the firm is providing solutions in the mobile gaming and wagering industry in order to gain a foothold in an increasingly lucrative market, and is looking for software distributors to act as casino hosts in the venture. Continue Reading »

In stark contrast to much of the entertainment and leisure sector, gambling via mobile phones will perform strongly in 2009, led by the UK market, according to a new study from Juniper Research just released. Continue Reading »