Tokyo-based Mobile Content Networks announced that Nokia’s WidSets service has selected its white label platform, MobileSearch.net, to power WidSets Search for its millions of mobile users. According to the press release, WidSets Search will allow users to effectively find new widgets, providing a short description and view of the widget for immediate download. WidSets Search has launched in Finland and will be rolled out to European and global users as part of the global WidSets initiative.

WidSets Search makes it easier for people to take their favorite internet content with them anywhere. With more than 5,000 widgets now available in the content library, and a universe of mobile content and information waiting for mobile users, finding that content most efficiently is a fundamental issue. WidSets Search is a major step forward in mobile content and information discovery. In addition, WidSets Search services will encompass several content and information channels, including images, yellow pages, news, weather and more. Search results will be provided by the mobile web, in order to enable the best possible experience for optimized mobile internet navigation.

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