Well, I am sorry but this is probably the strangest idea I've ever heard of in mobile banking... Actually fixed banking: Telecom New Zealand is installing an ATM Payphone:

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TSB Bank and Telecom have teamed up to trial New Zealand's first ATM Payphone kiosk. The kiosk will allow people "on the move" to do their banking and make phone calls from the same handy location.



Telecom National Payphone Manager Lisa Hope said "Telecom operates approximately 4,300 payphones in New Zealand and like payphone operators worldwide is seeking new ways to deliver value to customers."

"There are payphone operators internationally that operate ATM Payphone sites and there is evidence that these sites are popular with customers," Mrs Hope said.




Well perhaps somewhere else... But in New Zealand, where there is a huge penetration of cellular technology?

I can imagine someone going to the ATM to withdrawal some cash, and by the way "I will make a phone call here while a line is forming behind me".

But most importantly:

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The ATM service features all current services provided via standard ATM's (sic) and has the most secure ATM technology available. Features include 3DES encryption, anti-skimming facia and card insertion and removal jitter.

Standard Telecom Payphone charges will apply for phone calls made from the ATM Payphone.


I feel safe already...

UPDATE: Added a picture as requested by sbiddle, and got a quote from Telecom New Zealand:

If you're wondering about the reasoning behind sticking an ATM on a payphone.... It enables TSB to get access to pre-existing high profile sites around NZ allowing them to expand their network easily, and the advantage for Telecom Payphones is that they get to share the site rental.

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Following the introduction of Malta’s first touch screen ATM and first ATM fully protected with ink stain technology, Bank of Valletta is enhancing the service offered through its network by offering the facility of dispensing €40 notes in addition to the usual euro notes currently being issued.

There are no additional procedures – by following the instructions provided on the ATM screen, customers just need to follow the regular practice of entering their debit or credit card, keying-in their PIN number, and requesting a cash withdrawal.

Bank of Valletta ATM’s are user friendly and are intended to offer all customers a fast and efficient service that is both safe and practical to use. The €40 note will further strengthen the popularity of Bank of Valletta ATM’s amongst customers. ATMs are also a useful channel for customers wishing to make deposits without having to enter the branch.

With the largest network of over 70 ATMs around Malta and Gozo, and with over half a million transactions made every month by customers, Bank of Valletta is confirmed as the brand of choice for automated banking.

Motorola, Inc. announced two new Bluetooth enabled headsets, the Motorola H620 and Motorola H560. Featuring noise reduction and echo cancellation technology and TrueComfort™ design, these new headsets are compatible with over 200 Bluetooth enabled devices from over fifteen brands. The H620 is a complete in-car solution while the H560 allows consumers to stay hands-free while on the go.
“Consumers can depend on Motorola for quality Bluetooth enabled headsets that deliver both an outstanding audio experience and comfort with style,” stated Jason Few, corporate vice president & general manager, Motorola Companion Products. “With the H620 and H560, Motorola is continuing to offer consumers hands-free solutions that fit their life, whether it’s a headset specifically designed for the car or an on the go busy lifestyle.”

Motorola Universal Bluetooth In-Car Headset H620

The first ever Motorola Bluetooth enabled headset optimized for the car, the Motorola H620 offers clear and comfortable hands-free conversations.1 Road noise will be a thing of the past with H620’s noise reduction and echo cancellation technology. In addition, the volume automatically adjusts as road noise increases to deliver clear calls for both people in the conversation.
With a dashboard headset holder and rapid in-car charger, the H620 is an ideal in-car solution. The sleek headset also supports phone voice dialing to keep users eyes on the road, Motorola’s patented TrueComfort design, EasyPair technology and a discreet three-color indicator light that enables users to check the battery level.

Motorola Universal Bluetooth Headset H560

The Motorola H560 delivers quality audio and comfort in a distinct design. The H560 improves call clarity on both sides of the conversation with noise reduction and echo cancellation technology as well as automatic volume control that increases or decreases the volume based on the noise level in the surrounding environment.
The H560 features TrueComfort design that channels clear audio directly into the ear. Multiple sizes of ear cushions ensure the best fit to create a seal that helps reduce background noise. EasyPair technology makes it simple to connect with more than 200 models of compatible Bluetooth enabled devices2, and a discreet, three-color battery indicator light enables users to check battery life.

Unique design with slender monoblock, thin and ultra light weight. Completed with standard 1.3 MP digital camera, speaker, support Multimedia Messaging System. Sure , you can connect to the internet too if you install the device as a modem and connected to your computer.

The Nokia 2228 CDMA will be launched this year end for unknown price. See here for complete specifications.

The T-Mobile G1 with Google Android available to buy online from T-Mobile shopping-cart for US$179.99 but remember to sign 2-years contract using the services. The following accessories included:
1GB SD Card
Battery
Charger
USB Cable
Stereo Hands-Free Headset
Don't forget to share your experience with the first Google Android smartphone here. Is it the ultimate internet mobile phone?

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Interesting. Now i will give different address to each of my partner and all message will still be catch in my original address mailbox.

Indonesian carrier Indosat, submitted The RIM BlackBerry Bold on October 17, 2008 to its 500 customer who had been pre-ordered the handset. Indosat customer purchased The Bold for US$872 with additional special 5% discount. Indosat previously announced the BlackBerry Bold for its customer in August 28, 2008 including the services package pricing.

Indosat is the first carrier who brought 'The Greatest Smartphone' BlackBerry in Indonesia since 2004. And became the official partner of RIM International for Indonesia.

The latest music video from Britney Spears with single 'Womanizer' featuring Nokia 'Tube' 5800 XpressMusic. The video hits the internet with more than 7 millions clicks in just 48 hours! The ultimate placement from Nokia.

Now, 'Womanizer' from Britney Spears topping The Billboard Hot 100 single chart, the first time since her debut single in 1999 'Baby One More Time'

I actually don't understand what p@sco said about Nokia N85 on his page (translate) but i trust in blind to Steve Litchfiel (allaboutsymbian) and Darren Murph (engadget) that p@sco definetely said 'Nokia N85 is very-very beautiful and the top symbian phone in the world even trumping Nokia N96 overall'

K-Touch C800 claimed as the first mobile phone with the biggest camera resolution that sold in Indonesia. The C800 has 8MP built-in camera with 2,8 inch LCD in 256k colours. Enable 3x optical zoom with CCD censored. Full review in Indonesian.

Nothing interesting, but K-Touch already hire Rianti Cartwright as Brand Ambassador. The beauty starring Indonesian box-office movie 'Ayat-Ayat Cinta' (The Verses of Love).

T-Mobile already announced that the RIM first BlackBerry flip phone available with two years contract for US$149.99. The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 which previously known as "Kickstart" icludes the same features as BlackBerry Pearl but with:
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AOL "push" Mail, AIM, and ICQ also works for IMBlackBerry series as RIM and AOL already got a deal to operate those services.

Here is the new 1/8 Pro Buggy from GS for the 2005 season; the Storm CL-1.

Designing by Mr Claude Lachat, this car has been created exclusively for raceing with the lastest in off-road racing technology. There is huge selection of revised and brand new pieces made especially for this kit compared to the Storm 2004.

The result is a buggy with a tremendous range of tuneability for everything from loose, dusty tracks to high-bite, high grip conditions. The Storm CL-1 provides a more stable, predictable driving feel that serious racers expect. Simple, Efficient, Light, are the 3 words which sum up the Storm CL-1.

Police are appealing to the public to help find the owners of antique jewellery, pocket watches, scales and cufflinks found in Invercargill on Sunday.

Detective Lisa Watt, of Queenstown, said police located a stolen vehicle on Oreti beach early on Sunday.

The occupant, a 25-year-old Dunedin man, was arrested and charged with unlawfully taking the vehicle.

Det Watt said the man was also charged with burglary of the owner's address in Cashmere, Christchurch, on March 1.

A large amount of allegedly stolen property was also located.

"Some of this belonged to tourists who were holidaying at Queenstown backpacker accommodation burgled in late March."

Several other items were also recovered, including a computer, camera, a cash box and iPods which had been stolen during residential burglaries in Queenstown in late March in Atley Rd, Moonlight Track, Arthurs Point Rd and Peninsula Rd in Kelvin Heights, she said.

However, a large number of antique items had been recovered, but had not been linked to owners.

Anyone who could help find the owner of the items was asked to contact Det Watt on (03) 441-1617.

The man charged was remanded in custody and is to reappear in the Invercargill District Court on May 19.