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51Degrees.mobi, the leading provider of device detection, web optimisation and mobile analytics solutions, has today launched two new device detection databases for developers wanting to build the very best mobile web experiences.

Since the launch of 51Degrees.mobi Framework we've received a steady stream of inquiries from re-sellers and small businesses seeking to resell 51Degrees.mobi, or earn commission via affiliate marketing and lead referrals. In order to standardise these agreements 51Degrees.mobi has launched an affiliate programme enabling authorised parties to drive traffic to 51Degrees.mobi and earn a 15% commission on subsequent purchases. For those seeking to have a deeper relationship with the customer a reseller programme is also available for some markets.

51Degrees.mobi is now integrated into Sitecore's Mobile Device Detection software. Sitecore is one of the leading CMS platforms based on Microsoft technologies used by 27,000 companies worldwide.

We've been busy creating new products and services. Find out about:

• Our Free Mobile Analytics service providing details of handsets by month, country and manufacturer.
• Release 1.1 of 51Degrees.mobi Framework offering more control and features.
• Professional Support offering for businesses dependent on 51Degrees.mobi.

In it's April 15th article on mobile development The Wall Street Journel concludes the "The problem: The [mobile] talent pool isn't growing nearly that fast".

51Degrees.mobi have released 1 click installation packages for Microsoft WebMatrix and Umbraco making access to fast and accurate mobile device detection and redirection even easier. The packages are currently marked as beta while we await feedback from the respective developer communities.

51Degrees.mobi are delighted to announce the availability of version 1.0 of their commercial product which simplifies the task of creating mobile web applications that perform quickly and support all mobile devices, handsets and browsers. The product is titled “.NET Mobile Framework” and is targeted at ASP.NET developers with a basic understanding of the web and ASP.NET.

Today 51Degrees.mobi became a Microsoft Silver Partner in the Independent Software Vendor category. Partnering with Microsoft offers 51Degrees.mobi greater access to the technologies and experts within Microsoft shaping the future of the platforms our mutual customers use.

Two references to 51Degrees.mobi can be found on the asp.net/mobile page. One relates to implementing with MVC3 and the other a link to the codeplex web site.