With the popularity of smartphones like the iPhone, Blackberry, and the latest crop of web- and app-enabled handsets from Samsung, Nokia, and others, LinkedIn is a perfect addition to your mobile suite of connectivity tools.
Currently, LinkedIn provides a free app for the iPhone and Palm Pre only. A version for Blackberry is forthcoming.
Visit http://www.linkedin.com/mobile to access either edition.
If your phone does not support apps, there is also a mobile phone version of the web site at http://m.linkedin.com. The site does not require the installation of any applications or other software.
Direct your browser to this address, and bookmark it. You will need Internet access on your phone to access the site at any time.
LinkedIn App Features
The LinkedIn app is a slimmed down version of the site. It provides many of the core functions of the site.
Specifically, the app lets you:
- See all the latest updates on the members of your network
- See the current status updates of all the members in your network
- Updated your own status
- View your LinkedIn inbox for connection invitations; email messages, and sent items
- View profiles of LinkedIn users
- Search for individuals
This can be handy to look up someone when you are at an event, or check in for the latest updates to pass the time at the airport.
If you are frequently away from your computer due to travel or other obligations, this app is a smart solution to easily manage your connection invitations and updates until you return to your computer.