Smartphones like iPhone and Android are targeting small business owners as an opportunity to expand customer base. With so many apps developed, particularly for iPhone users, the potential seems infinite.

And here’s a great example of smartphones’ role in small business courtesy of Jackson Comfort Systems.

The owner of Jackson Comfort Systems in Northfield, Ohio, once tried out a credit card processing service from Nextel, but her technicians hated the bulky phones it required. Then she looked into options from AirCharge and United Bank Card, but those services were pricey: up to $250 for portable credit card machines and $25 per month, per truck for wireless service.
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Here’s the latest addition to Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin empire. Introducing Necker Nymph – a three-person aero submarine and is the first of its kind to hit the market. Here’s the press release:

Available either when chartering Necker Belle, the luxury 105 foot catamaran, or when staying on Necker Island, underwater flight on Necker Nymph takes exploration to another level. Gliding on the water’s surface like an aeroplane on a runway, one of the three pilots will operate the joystick to smoothly dive down, and the thrilling experience begins. Uncover ancient shipwrecks, fly side-by-side with dolphins, or spyhop with whales; the options are endless.
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Here’s a cool business idea for small businesses catering to moms or new parents. Yoomi baby bottle has a built-in heating element to warm up milk or water with just push of a button. The warmer maintains the same temperature for about an hour and can be recharged for next use. Retail price set at £22

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