Thursday, September 29, 2005
Pocket PC Magazine has announced the finalists in thier 2005 Best Software Awards.
"Over 80 Windows Mobile experts have cast their on-line ballots to determine the best Pocket PC and Smartphone software. They voted on over 700 software titles in 85 Pocket PC, 23 Smartphone, and 22 Developer Software categories. Finalists from the voting have been announced at www.PocketPCmag.com/awards. Finalists, winners, and judges favorites will be described in the 2006 Smartphone & Pocket PC Buyer's Guide magazine due out early November"
If you are interested in checking out which software made the cut, click the link below.
"Over 80 Windows Mobile experts have cast their on-line ballots to determine the best Pocket PC and Smartphone software. They voted on over 700 software titles in 85 Pocket PC, 23 Smartphone, and 22 Developer Software categories. Finalists from the voting have been announced at www.PocketPCmag.com/awards. Finalists, winners, and judges favorites will be described in the 2006 Smartphone & Pocket PC Buyer's Guide magazine due out early November"
If you are interested in checking out which software made the cut, click the link below.
Tuesday, September 27, 2005
According to a report from Infosync World, Acer has unveiled two new Pocket PC's, and both the size and spec package of the devices are very impressive.
"Beating handheld mainstays such as Hewlett-Packard and Dell to the punch, Acer has unveiled its new n300 series of Windows Mobile 5.0 powered Pocket PCs. Comprised initially of the n310 and n311 models, the handhelds feature moderately powerful processors combined with VGA resolution displays and a mix of wireless features - all contained in very modestly sized packages."
Click the link below to read the full article, as well as view additional pictures at Infosync.
"Beating handheld mainstays such as Hewlett-Packard and Dell to the punch, Acer has unveiled its new n300 series of Windows Mobile 5.0 powered Pocket PCs. Comprised initially of the n310 and n311 models, the handhelds feature moderately powerful processors combined with VGA resolution displays and a mix of wireless features - all contained in very modestly sized packages."
Click the link below to read the full article, as well as view additional pictures at Infosync.
Sunday, September 25, 2005
It would appear that the need to speculate will soon be over. A press conference has been scheduled with Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates, Palm CEO Ed Colligan, and Verizon Wireless President and CEO Denny Strigl in San Francisco on Monday.
"Representatives with Microsoft, Palm and Verizon declined to comment on the news, but the joint appearance of the three men is pointing to the long-anticipated arrival of the first Palm Treo smart phone based on the Windows 5 mobile operating system."
To read more information on the pending announcement, please click on the link below.
Friday, September 23, 2005
Spb Software House has announced the release of Spb Full Screen Keyboard 3.0, a powerful way to enter text quickly and easily on your Pocket PC.
"More than 75% of the time spent developing this major new version was dedicated to one single goal - making this input tool more usable. The new misprint correction feature combined with the new smart self-learning algorithm and the ergonomic keyboard layout dramatically reduce the number of misprints. This was approved by long-term usability testing. Among other new features there are: native VGA skins, portrait layout, square screen device support, improved skin format, and Windows Mobile 5.0 support."
A free 15-day trial can be downloaded, or Spb Full Screen Keyboard can be purchased for $9.95 USD. Owners of Spb Full Screen Keyboard 2.x can upgrade their version for $4.95 USD. Click the link below for more information.
"More than 75% of the time spent developing this major new version was dedicated to one single goal - making this input tool more usable. The new misprint correction feature combined with the new smart self-learning algorithm and the ergonomic keyboard layout dramatically reduce the number of misprints. This was approved by long-term usability testing. Among other new features there are: native VGA skins, portrait layout, square screen device support, improved skin format, and Windows Mobile 5.0 support."
A free 15-day trial can be downloaded, or Spb Full Screen Keyboard can be purchased for $9.95 USD. Owners of Spb Full Screen Keyboard 2.x can upgrade their version for $4.95 USD. Click the link below for more information.
Thursday, September 22, 2005
For those who have not been following it, Minimo (Mini Mozillla) is a handheld version of the popular Mozilla browser. While the project is still in its early stages, they have just released Version .009 which features some important usability enhancements.
"The Minimo project has been focused on code-size and runtime footprint reduction, small screen usablity, and porting to small consumer devices. We hope to make Minimo the browser of choice on small devices, or machines with limited system resources; taking advantage of Mozilla's support for a broad and comprehensive set of standards and the variety of content on the web, proven security, international support, and cross platform capability."
Click the link below for more information.
"The Minimo project has been focused on code-size and runtime footprint reduction, small screen usablity, and porting to small consumer devices. We hope to make Minimo the browser of choice on small devices, or machines with limited system resources; taking advantage of Mozilla's support for a broad and comprehensive set of standards and the variety of content on the web, proven security, international support, and cross platform capability."
Click the link below for more information.
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Dell has announced the release of their new X51 and X51V line of handhelds. For the most part, these devices are simply the old X50 version, with an upgrade to the Windows Mobile 5 operating system.
The new operating system features updated versions of excel and word, as well as the addition of a Pocket PC version of Powerpoint. One of the other key features is the addition of persistent storage, which will allow a user's data to be saved, even if the handhelds battery is depleted.
The new operating system features updated versions of excel and word, as well as the addition of a Pocket PC version of Powerpoint. One of the other key features is the addition of persistent storage, which will allow a user's data to be saved, even if the handhelds battery is depleted.
Sunday, September 18, 2005
Sprint today announced the launch of the Sprint PCS Vision Smart Device (PPC-6700), the first PDA/phone-combination handset in the country to offer the new Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 software, featuring updated Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Mobile and the new PowerPoint Mobile. Marketed by UT Starcom Personal Communications and operating on the Nationwide Sprint PCS Network, this CDMA device is a light and manageable productivity powerhouse combining a wireless phone, Evolution Data Optimized (EV-DO) and Wi-Fi data functionality, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, email, Web access, a full QWERTY keyboard, and a 1.3-megapixel camera with video capabilities.
Friday, September 16, 2005
Dynamo 2 is a freeware task manager brought to you by Aspecto Software.
"Dynamo 2 is a cool, animated task manager for your PocketPC 2003 device. Say goodbye to boring text lists of running programs and instead manage your programs by sliding in images of all your running applications onto your screen. For each program on your device an image is saved and when you click the hotkey they all zoom onto your screen. Simply click the one you want and it will increase to fill the screen."
Click the link below to learn more, or to download a free copy of the program.
"Dynamo 2 is a cool, animated task manager for your PocketPC 2003 device. Say goodbye to boring text lists of running programs and instead manage your programs by sliding in images of all your running applications onto your screen. For each program on your device an image is saved and when you click the hotkey they all zoom onto your screen. Simply click the one you want and it will increase to fill the screen."
Click the link below to learn more, or to download a free copy of the program.
For a limited time only you can download Odyssey for the Pocket PC free of charge! Odyssey is an arcade style space action game by AIM Productions.
"Are you brave enough to boldly go where no man has gone before? Prepare for the ultimate odyssey into deep space and become a legend in the Battle of the Universe!"
Click the link below to be taken to the download page at Handango.
"Are you brave enough to boldly go where no man has gone before? Prepare for the ultimate odyssey into deep space and become a legend in the Battle of the Universe!"
Click the link below to be taken to the download page at Handango.
Tuesday, September 13, 2005
Access has released the technical preview package of thier Netfront browser. Version 3.3 offers many enhancements to the popular mobile browser, most notably support for Windows Mobile Second Edition which also includes VGA support. Listed below are other new features;
- Smart Frame Operation
- Web Data/Password Manager
- Popup Block
- Supports RSS and Atom Feed
- Page Translation
- Rendering to a virtual-sized screen (Virtual Canvas)
Remember, this is only a preview version, but it is available for free download by clicking on the link below.
- Smart Frame Operation
- Web Data/Password Manager
- Popup Block
- Supports RSS and Atom Feed
- Page Translation
- Rendering to a virtual-sized screen (Virtual Canvas)
Remember, this is only a preview version, but it is available for free download by clicking on the link below.
Monday, September 12, 2005
Pocket Earth is a freeware program written for the Pocket PC. It uses Micorsoft's Virtual Earth to display both road and aerial maps on your Windows Mobile device. The program does not yet have all of it's intended functionality currently working, but at a mere 49k it may be worth a download to try it out.
The link below will take you to the download page which contains a number of programs. Simply scroll down until you reach "Pocket Earth"
Saturday, September 10, 2005
It appears some new Ipaq prototype photo's have surfaced, this time from the Poland based web site, PDAclub.pl. No word on the authenticity of these photo's just yet, but as usual, it's always fun to speculate!
"We don't know for sure whether this is the real deal or simply some fanboy's fantasy gadget, but PDAclub.pl has some images of what purport to be a couple of new HP iPAQ Pocket PC Phone prototypes, one that's looks like a possible successor the hw6515 and hw6715, the other with a QWERTY keyboard the slides out horizontally sort of like the HTC Wizard."
Thanks to Engadget for the tip.
Wednesday, September 07, 2005
Hp has recently posted some how to articles that may be helpful to those just getting started with a Pocket PC.
"Your iPAQ and the Microsoft Mobile PC operating system that makes it hum are designed to be easy to use. But a few tricks from the pros can ensure you get even more bang out of your IPAQ."
Click the links below to view the individual articles;
- Getting more organized and efficient with your iPAQ
- Produce punchy presentations right from an iPAQ
- Handheld wireless Internet access made easy
"Your iPAQ and the Microsoft Mobile PC operating system that makes it hum are designed to be easy to use. But a few tricks from the pros can ensure you get even more bang out of your IPAQ."
Click the links below to view the individual articles;
- Getting more organized and efficient with your iPAQ
- Produce punchy presentations right from an iPAQ
- Handheld wireless Internet access made easy
Saturday, September 03, 2005
The fine folks over an Engadget have thier hands on the new HTC Universal, and are prepared to answer questions you may have on the device.
"We didn't have time to answer every single question that was posted, but we hit as many as we could and we'll do our damnedest to answer more of your questions over the next few days - just post them up in the comments below and we'll try and add them to the post"
You can also view the photo's they took of the device by clicking here, or participate in the Q & A by clicking on the link below.
HP has announced that they will be offering free windows Mobile 2005 upgrade CD's to purchaser's of select Ipaq models.
The qualifying models are HP iPAQ hx2110, hx2410, hx2415, hx2750 or hx2755. Qualifying products must be purchased between August 28, 2005, and December 31, 2005, and all information must be mailed in no later than 45 days after the purchase date.
It is unfortunate that the hx4700 is not included, but this is likely a result of the earlier announcement that any upgrades for the 4700 would be significantly delayed due to some 3rd party driver issues. To download a copy of the rebate form, or to read more information please click the link below.
The qualifying models are HP iPAQ hx2110, hx2410, hx2415, hx2750 or hx2755. Qualifying products must be purchased between August 28, 2005, and December 31, 2005, and all information must be mailed in no later than 45 days after the purchase date.
It is unfortunate that the hx4700 is not included, but this is likely a result of the earlier announcement that any upgrades for the 4700 would be significantly delayed due to some 3rd party driver issues. To download a copy of the rebate form, or to read more information please click the link below.