Zev Blut

Here in Japan, where it's common to see someone thumbing away on a cell phone while on the train, NTT DoCoMo was one of the first companies in the world to release Java-capable mobile phones. In the ensuing six months, more than four million users have adopted the phones - and the number is growing. That's a good enough reason for an aspiring J2ME programmer with a sense of adventure to learn a little about programming Java applications for NTT DoCoMo phones. Before I go into the technical details on how to develop for these phones, let's talk about the types of devices available today. Six models of the 503i series mobile phone, provided by five manufacturers, are currently available to the consumer. A few common hardware traits of these mobile phones: They are small, light, and provide long hours of talk time. They provide a color screen, with at least 16 harmony au... (more)