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Here is the updated version of Nokia Podcasting

Download: Nokia Podcasting 1.00.2

Minor updates include:

1. Default Download Limit `% Setting changed from 25% to 75%
2. Fixed ability to search within active Directories.

Oh? You didn't know you could do that? Try this:
a. Open a directory in DIRECTORIES (The folder will change color to Yellow when active)
b. If there is a folder within that directory, click to activate it.
c. Choose OPTIONS>SEARCH and type in a key word or title.
d. The Search will look within the active directories.
e. A temporary folder will appear in DIRECTORIES with the search results. This will be cleared when you exit Nokia Podcasting.

This is helpful for finding content in many subfolders of the DIRECTORIES>PODCAST DISCOVERY folder. Or if you add your own favourite OPML directory and want to only search within that rather than a wider search. (Helpful also for international directories when wanting to search in local languages.)

3. Fixed problem with installing newer version of Podcasting over an older version. (See Updating Nokia Podcasting: FAQ for more information)

NOTE: We have noticed that the automatic updating feature still needs some work before its perfect.

If you are automatically updating many large files at the same time, sometimes not all of the episodes will update. (You will see a red "!" by the shows not updated.)

To fix this, you can either manually update the shows which failed, or if your device is plugged in- try changing the default Download settings to update every hour (staring at a specified time) instead of just once a day. This should pick up any failed updates.

Thank you all for the comments in the other posts. We are reading everything and continuing to evaluate what we can do to make things better. We're already hard at work on implementing some of those issues. :-)

We've already gotten some fantastic responses for the Nokia Podcasting feature "wish list" (Bookmarking, or remembering position last listened to, seems to be the hands down winner for most requested feature). Please keep the ideas and recommendations coming.

As many of you know, Nokia Podcasting features default directories to help users quickly find recommended content to help discover great audio and video podcasts. (One of my favourite new default directories is "International", which highlights engaging podcasts from around the world in various local languages.)

So what are your favourite podcasts are why do you like them?
In the Comments section below, tell us your top 3 favourite podcasts (or Podcast Directories) which you think should be added.

Please list:
1. Name of Podcast
2. URL of RSS feed
3. Format (Audio or Video)
4. Why you think its a great podcast

Shameless self-promotion is acceptable.

We are specifically looking for content that would be immediately accessable to a general international audience for an excellent first time podcasting experience.

(Note: excessive vulgarity is not usually encouraged for featured podcasts.)

Looks like some more Podcast directory owners are offering additional SEARCH options which are compatible with Nokia Podcasting. Check them out and leave comments with your feedback.

You can update your Search default settings as follows:
Nokia Podcast>Options>Settings>Connection>Search Service URL, then type in one of the following URLs:

Podsonoro (Spanish Podcast Directory Search)
http://www.podsonoro.com/searchservice/?keywords=#&format=rss

YouLoud
http://www.youloud.com/searchservice/?keywords=#&format=rss

Previously mentioned:

The PodLounge
http://mobile.thepodlounge.com/nokia_search.php?q=#

Podster (German Podcast Directory Search)
http://www.podster.de/tag/#/rss

Digital Podcast (Default)
Click here for link

If there are any problems, you can restore the default;
Nokia Podcast>Options>Settings>Restore Default

René wrote in the comments section:

This application is brilliant, but there are some things i would like to see in a future version, where can we send "feature requests"?

Here you go,,,

Now that you have had a chance to test drive Nokia Podcasting, what are some features you would like to see in the future for Mobile Podcasting?

Use the Comments section below to give your suggestions and we'll pass them on to our development team for consideration for future releases.

If you would like to be considered for future surveys and contacted directly about Nokia Podcasting (and mobile podcasting in general), send an email here with your name, email address, and geographic location. (And if you've got a podcast, send that info, too.)

Thanks!

www.blogs.s60.com/nokiamusicpodcast

While demoing our Nokia Podcasting, I had some people ask if I had my own podcast. And if not, then why not?

Good point. So, to try to "walk the talk", I have started a Music Podcast podcast and blog. The first podcast was created for the recent Nokia Open Studio event in New York.

Here is the RSS Feed link:
http://blogs.s60.com/nokiamusicpodcast/posts.xml

I have to admit that it was a blast to do. But, its also been interesting working within the limitations of a pre-set blog environment to make sure the RSS tags are optimized and also getting the meta data right for the actual file. Still tweaking the buttons to tune in to the right mix.

Here's an overview of the Music Podcast from the "About":

"The Nokia Music Podcast is an audio and video discovery channel to tap into fresh music and interviews with artists from around the world. Hear exciting tracks from the best in current chart topping heros, hot new buzzmakers, legacy legends, and soon to be discovered unknowns. Immerse yourself in an ocean of great music. Dive in. Dive Deep."

So drop by. Listen to the show and leave some comments.

http://www.blogs.s60.com/nokiamusicpodcast

Also check out the "innertoob" box that I'm experimenting with. Each little cubby triangle on the timeline gives a lot more information on the artist and lets you make comments about a particular part of a podcast. Would this feature be something you all might be interested in? (Users able leave comments at specific points of a podcast.)

Thanks.