Team Collaboration

• Google Acquired Marratech … Google announced the acquisition of video conferencing software from Marratech. It’s unclear whether it is for internal or external use. GoogleBlog
• Notes/Domino 8 Beta 2 Review … Jonathan at ZDNet in the UK reviews Beta 2 of Notes/Domino 8. “… despite this being Beta 2, we found it to be too unstable to use for everyday work — especially the productivity parts. But if you’re already using Notes and Domino and want a look at the next version, then find a spare (but powerful) machine and give it a whirl.” Commenters to the story aren’t impressed with some of the assertions. ZDNet UK

Mobility

• Why RIM Went Down … RIM explains why the BlackBerry network went down: poorly tested software. ComputerWorld. They are making some changes so such a thing doesn’t happen again.