Mobile gaming to hit $6 billion by 2011

The analysts at Understanding & Solutions say revenues from mobile games will rise from $3.6 billion this year to $6 billion (£3 million) by 2011, showing stronger growth (although admittedly a smaller market share) than console games and dedicated handheld devices.

And, on a similar subject, Nokia is officially relaunching its N-Gage mobile gaming platform this week. Instead of only being available on a dedicated handheld device, the new N-Gage service will be accessible on a range of compatible Nokia phones - starting with the new N81 handsets. [Sources: UandS.com, Nokia blog]

30% of music retail will be mobile by 2011

13% of the money made by music retailers currently comes from mobile phones, according to a new report from research company Understanding and Solutions. They say it’ll probably hit 30% by 2011, with Japan and the USA expected to lead the way. [PDF document]