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Fri Jul 30, 2004

PDA Viruses Could Get Nasty

General PDA

Viruses that target handhelds can be even more dangerous than their cousins that attack PCs, spawning self-replicating programs that hide easily, a security researcher told an audience of security professionals at the Black Hat Briefings conference here this week.

The first virus aimed at Pocket PC handhelds, revealed last week, could be far worse if it were modified slightly to carry a harmful payload, said Seth Fogie, a vice president of Airscanner, which develops security software for the Window Mobile platform.

The benign WinCE4.Duts.A (or just "Dust") virus was created as a demonstration of threats against personal digital assistants. However, Fogie noted, such programs could spread stealthily, logging keystrokes on the Pocket PC's "soft keyboard," and sending data stored on handhelds across the Internet.

http://www.pcworld.com/news/article/0,aid,117164,00.asp More...

Battlefield 2 Preview @ Madshrimps

Personal Computer News

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"Battlefield 2 is looking very promising, although you don't have to expect large changes, it will mainly build on the excellent game play of the first installment with the addition of a new graphics and physics engine."

Direct Link: http://www.madshrimps.be/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=6837 More...

Real-time Riverland Screensaver is now available on Pocket PC

Windows Mobile News

Handy Entertainment brings Palm eye-candy bestseller to Windows Mobile. Real-time Riverland Screensaver is now available on Pocket PC.

The picture on the screen comes alive and lives by your watches. Relaxing riverland scenery and unexampled realism will keep you watching for life on the screen from dawn to sunset.

Riverland Screensaver is a whole living world sitting in your cradle! Wake up bright and early to catch a glimpse of Loch Ness monster. Track down those little men habits. Make a wish upon a falling star. Smell out what is served for supper. Or just stare at flowers blossom in a speed-up mode. Remember, there's no other way to admire sunset on your handheld other than rolling system clock back. More...

Thu Jul 29, 2004

Hood Canal Mobility launches version 1.1 of its Data Protector application for Windows Mobile-Based Pocket PC devices

Windows Mobile News

Hood Canal Mobility launches version 1.1 of its Data Protector application for Windows Mobile-
Based Pocket PC devices. Security is now the #1 issue facing organizations that deploy PDAs throughout their enterprise. Employees are carrying valuable documents, spreadsheets, and other files whose content represents time, money, a competitive advantage, a marketing strategy, or in some cases, national security. Preventing the compromise of proprietary company or government data becomes a tall order in the face of a 50% PDA Loss/Theft rate.

"We've addressed this issue by creating an easy to use product that allows you to check your sensitive documents into a password protected, 128-bit encrypted file store for safe keeping," said Rob Tiffany, President of Hood Canal Mobility. Data Protector is now available for sale for $17.95 at both PocketGear and Handango. More...

Mobile Streams launches Go Vegas Go

Mobile Phones

Mobile Streams, the global mobile content company, announced today the launch of Go Vegas Go, a fully licensed mobile gaming and gambling service.

The extensive range of mobile games includes Poker, Roulette, Blackjack and several types of slots. The games can be played on a wide range of Java-based mobile phones through an intuitive interface. A superb range of web based gambling games complements the mobile games. After extensive due diligence, Mobile Streams selected Virtue Fusion to supply the gambling platform and games.

Customers will be able to download the games to their mobile phone by simply sending an SMS shortcode. The Go Vegas Go service is for adults over the age of 18, and will conform to the strict age verification processes currently being introduced by the mobile carriers. Customers will enjoy excellent odds, usually in excess of 95%. More...

Enhance Your Travel Adventures With Three New Southwest Audio Guides From Waypoint Tours and Audible.com

Consumer Electronic News

Savvy travelers can enjoy a new, one-of-a-kind travel experience, thanks to the growing use of digital audio technology. Waypoint Tours, a provider of premium CD and downloadable travel tours for major travel destinations, is introducing three new self-guided audio travel tours for the Grand Canyon and Sedona, AZ. The innovative audio CD and MP3 tours help travelers of all ages plan their travel adventures, enhance their travel experience, and cherish their travel memories. One audio travel tour guides listeners through the fascinating history, geology and beauty of Sedona, while two additional park-approved tours guide visitors through the majesty of the Grand Canyon. Each Waypoint Tour is produced with professional travel writers, editors, voice talents, sound effects, orchestrated music, and full-color maps. More...

New game for Palm OS release from Paragon Software

PalmOne News

PalmGames.Net, the division of Paragon Software (SHDD), presents the release of the new game for Palm OS: "Gagarin's Mission".

The classic shoot-them-all action provides the splendid 3D-graphics, stereo sound and addictive time-killing in five missions the small spaceship have to get through, meeting various enemy creatures. Endless space, lonely stars, lifeless planets... are they so empty and so lifeless really?

The game requires Palm OS 5.0-5.2 based device with 320x320, 320x480 or 480x320 resolution color screen. GemTune technology by Paragon Software (SHDD) is created to get the best from the game sound. Special high-performance graphic engine featuring easy game scenarios generation and 3D-effects simulation is used.

More detailed information about "Gagarin's Mission" game as well as free demo version of the program is available at:http://www.palm-games.net/mission/index.html More...

GSI Commerce and palmOne Extend and Expand E-Commerce Relationship; Treo Line of Smartphone Products Added to GSI Commerce Platform

PalmOne News

GSI Commerce, Inc. (NASDAQ:GSIC) today announced the company has received a multi-year contract extension from palmOne, Inc., a leading global provider of handheld computer and communication devices, to continue to provide a comprehensive e-commerce solution to operate palmOne's online stores in the United States http://store.palmone.com/ and Canada http://canadastore.palmone.com/

In addition, the new agreement calls for GSI Commerce to replace and operate palmOne's Treo(TM) online store http://web.palmone.com/ , currently operated in-house by palmOne. The new site will be similar to the solution GSI Commerce operates on behalf of palmOne for the U.S. and Canadian online stores, but will include phone activation services and credit authorization interfaces with telecommunication carriers, including AT&T, Sprint, Cingular, T-Mobile and Verizon. More...

Wed Jul 28, 2004

First Australian In-Depth Review on Asus MyPal A730 VGA

Windows Mobile News

PocketPCReviews just published an extensive review of the latest top model from Asus, the MyPal A730 with VGA screen. We believe this is the first in-depth Australian report on this model.

Here's a teaser from the Intro:

.... That's why this review is in 2 instalments: today the First Impressions and upon general availability here we'll do the number crunching. Splitting this extensive write-up in half will also bring it back to our normal review length again.

http://www.pocketpcreviews.net/reviews/072004/asus730.htm More...

PalmSource Licenses Palm OS to QTech

PalmOne News

PalmSource, Inc. (NASDAQ:PSRC) provider of Palm OS(TM), a leading operating system powering next generation mobile devices and smartphones, and QTech, Inc., today announced QTech has licensed Palm OS to bring next generation Palm Powered(TM) smartphones and mobile solutions to the Indian and Latin American markets.

QTech is a technology company based in India focused on the development of smartphones and vertical solutions for the enterprise, government and high-end consumer markets. QTech aims to make Palm Powered smartphones a central part of its core business by partnering with leading mobile operators in India and Latin America. More...

PhatWare's PhatPad Wins Coveted Handango(tm) Champion Award At Gala Event

Windows Mobile News

In one of the highest-profile industry gatherings of the year, PhatWare Corporation, a leading provider of software products and professional services for mobile and desktop computers, received 'Best Productivity Application for Windows Mobile-based Pocket PC' honors for its PhatPad note taking application at the Handango Champion Awards in San Diego. Singled out from a field of roughly 20 nominees and several thousand possible products in its category, the application was chosen by experts at leading publications including USA Today, Network Computing, PDAStreet, Network World, PocketGoddess and others.

The Handango Champion Awards, given this year during a gala evening dinner at the world-renowned San Diego Zoo, are part of the Handango Partner Summit. Sponsored by Ericsson, Microsoft, Nokia, palmOne, and Sony, each winning entry in the competition, considered among the most respected and exhaustively deliberated in the mobile software industry, includes a $5,000 marketing stipend as well as other high-visibility promotional opportunities. More...

OCW Review : Motorola E398 GSM900/1800/1900 Triband phone

Mobile Phones

This phone has some amazing features. Built with only 4MB of memory, it comes with an expansion slot which enables you to fit in a 64M Sandisk Transflash. Bluetooth is built in for you to transfer ringtones and images to and fro from your BT equipped PC or devices. The phone also comes with MP3 and MIDI ringtone and playback. There is also a built in camera with 4x Digital zoom and auto timed and with flashlight built in. There is a Motomixer which you can mix your own ringtone and you can playback 3GPP videos but it didn't come with video recording function.

http://www.ocworkbench.com/2004/motorola/e398/e398-1.htm More...

Tue Jul 27, 2004

How-To Turn your iPod in to a Universal Infrared Remote Control @ Engaget.com

General PDA

image This week’s How-To is a fun one, we take an iPod and turn it in to a universal infrared remote control which can be used to control all your home electronic equipment, or just about anything that uses a remote control, for example in our place we have our iPod controlling our TV, DVD Player, Direct TV, Ultimate TV PVR, Media Center PC, Xbox, XM Satellite Radio, Roomba and a few other random things like a Robot.

How did we do this? Basically, we “recorded” the “sounds” an infrared remote makes on a PC and then put them on an iPod as songs. Adding a special sound-to-IR converter then turns those sounds back to IR and allows you to use your iPod as a remote control. As an added bonus, it works up to 100 feet. It’s a slick all-in-one unit and we’re never going back to 6 remotes ever again.

http://features.engadget.com/entry/6336778455600767/ More...

N-Gage(TM) QD Game Deck Is Unleashed in the U.S.; US Gamers Can Now Vie for Global Supremacy With Compact Mobile Game Deck

Mobile Phones

Nokia (NYSE:NOK) announced the latest addition to the N-Gage platform, the N-Gage QD game deck, is now available for the US market. Bundled with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, and with a street price as low as $99.99*, the N-Gage QD game deck offers consumers unparalleled mobile gaming featuring a compact package, new ergonomic design and enhanced gaming features.

The N-Gage QD game deck is a pocketable device with a hot-swappable multimedia (MMC) slot for instant gaming, longer battery life, improved gaming controls, brighter screen, powerful smartphone features and the new N-Gage Arena launcher application. Gamers can play all of their favorite N-Gage titles, connect to the worldwide mobile gaming community over mobile networks via the N-Gage Arena, and take part in close-range mobile multiplayer gaming via Bluetooth wireless technology. More...

Sony U-70 review- is that a PC in your pocket?

Personal Computer

image It seemed to me the U-70 would be perfect to install the Tablet OS on and convert it into a true Tablet PC. The Tablet OS has been designed from the ground up for mobile pen and ink devices and the U certainly fits that bill. The only way you can obtain the Tablet OS to install on the U is through an MSDN subscription. I have a membership so obtaining it was no problem. The Tablet OS is a superset of the Windows XP OS and the installation is just like a typical OS install. Microsoft has released a public RC of Windows XP SP2 which included a major enhancement to the Tablet OS for those devices that have the Tablet OS installed so after installing the basic Tablet OS I installed SP2. Once that finished I installed all the Sony drivers and programs that are specific to the U-70 and everything works like a charm. The only caveat for anyone installing a clean OS on the U- Sony includes drivers for the Synaptics track point that take over the USB ports for any device you try to install after the Synaptics. The workaround is to install all USB devices you want prior to installing the Synaptics ones. If you want to install other USB devices later you can uninstall the Synaptics drivers from the ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS utility, install your USB device (and driver), and then reinstall the Synaptics driver.

http://jkontherun.blogs.com/jkontherun/2004/07/sony_u70_review.html More...

Mobility Radeon 9800: First Look @ Gamers-Depot.com

Personal Computer News

It seems as if NVIDIA has had a long road to hoe in the Mobile market since the release of the Mobility Radeon 9700 by ATI; its current mobile GPUs simply can’t compete with regards to overall performance. ATI can attribute much of its success to its sheer experience with mobile graphics; after all they’ve been leading the market for well over a decade now. Chock up that with the development and deployment of industry-leading desktop GPU technology which filters down into laptops and you have the makings for what simply screams “Market leader”.

The Mobility Radeon 9800 looks to add more distance as it’s essentially an X800 core GPU with eight pixel and four vertex pipes – nothing to sneeze at by any standard.

http://www.gamers-depot.com/hardware/video_cards/ati/9800m/preview/001.htm More...

GoBinder Organizes Learning Materials, Manages Assignments, and Searches Notes in Handwriting or Text

General PDA

Agilix Labs, Inc., a leading developer of mobilized software, today announced the availability of Agilix GoBinder 2005, a mobile content organizer for students and educators. GoBinder provides unlimited organization of learning materials, complete digital note taking -- in text or handwriting, and assignment management. Additionally, Agilix announced an offer for all university and K-12 educators to receive a free, complimentary copy of Agilix GoBinder to help them become more organized in their lesson planning and teaching.

Agilix GoBinder is the digital replacement for the old-fashioned, three-ring binder. GoBinder provides a use-anywhere application to organize and manage learning material, including assignments with due dates, lecture materials, research, and notes taken in class -- in handwriting or text. GoBinder works on any Windows XP laptop or desktop, and offers enhanced support for digital ink on a Tablet PC. GoBinder 2005 also offers a direct interface to Microsoft Outlook and Palm devices to easily import and share existing calendar, task, and contact details. More...

Nevo 2.0 Powers HP iPAQ rx3000 Series Mobile Media Companions

Windows Mobile News

Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) (NASDAQ:UEIC) , a leading wireless control technology provider, today introduced Nevo(TM) 2.0, a suite of technology that enables complete audio/visual, home and digital media control. The company also announced today that Nevo 2.0 will power the HP iPAQ Mobile Media application with which users can seamlessly connect to digital media and consumer electronic devices. Mobile users can now wirelessly download music, pictures and video or stream digital media to their HP iPAQ rx3000 series handheld device.

Based on the emerging Universal Plug-n-Play (UPnP(TM)) standard, 802.11 wireless networking protocol, and UEI's connectivity software and patent portfolio, Nevo 2.0 extends UEI's leading position in control technology to include solutions for the rapidly growing number of broadband and Wi-Fi-enabled homes. Nevo 2.0 enables users to not only identify, manage and control digital media content across their home network, but also to control a wide range of home theater and electronic products -- all through a single device. More...

Motorola Leverages High-Speed EDGE Technology and Java(TM) + Linux Ecosystem to Deliver Superior Consumer Experience

Mobile Phones

Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) , a global leader in wireless communications, today announced the new Motorola A780 -- a truly converged device offering the speed of EDGE technology coupled with the open, flexible environment of Java(TM) + Linux to deliver the ultimate handset for both work and play.

The classically chic A780 is designed to offer a rich end-user mobile experience that includes intense mobile office connectivity plus multi-media entertainment. It combines the ideal features of a mobile phone with the capabilities of personal digital assistant (PDA), digital camera, video player, and MP3 player packaged in one compact device featuring a brilliant 240 x 320 color touch screen and quad-band technology. More...

Crabat Mobile Multimedia Viewer Review @ Modtown

Consumer Electronic News

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"As well as mobile phones, the Crabat can also accept data from Digital Cameras, PDA's (Personal Digital Assistant) or a PC system (with compatible Bluetooth dongle), as long as they have Bluetooth functionality built-in. This extends the versatility of the unit, as virtually any Bluetooth device is able to send supported data to the Crabat..."

Direct link: http://modtown.co.uk/mt/review2.php?id=crabat More...

Mon Jul 26, 2004

iPAQ rz1715 available for order and free shipping!!

Windows Mobile News

image The HP iPAQ rz1715 Mobile Media Companion, powered by Microsoft Windows Mobile software, makes it easy to view and share your memories with friends and family. You can make your digital music mobile and listen to your favorite tunes wherever you go. Integrated Personal Information Manager (PIM) software package keeps up with your busy schedule, stores your favorite phonenumbers, and tracks your to do list. The slim, sleek HP iPAQ rz1715 Mobile Media Companion has theentertainment essentials you need at the value you want.

iPAQ rz1715 available Click Here to order!! More...

Memory Card Shoot-Out: Four 512 MB Secure Digital Cards Compared @ PocketPC Thoughts.com

Consumer Electronic News

Quote:

"We live in a world of marketing buzz, where the letter "x" is thrown in front of a number to show how much faster something is, but how much of it is true? In the realm of flash memory cards, most vendors offer two or more types of cards: the regular version, and a professional version that's said to be much faster than the normal version of the card. I always thought that those "high speed" memory cards were something you could only take advantage of if you had a high-end professional camera, and that the extra top-end speed was wasted when used in a PDA, phone, or consumer-level device. Imagine my surprise when performing a test on a Pocket PC and I saw different numbers when using a high speed Sandisk memory card! This prompted me to do some further investigating, so I created a simple test to see how several cards from top vendors measure up against each other." More...

Targus Makes Clutter Free Computing a Reality with Introduction of New Wireless, Multifunction Peripherals

General PDA

Targus Inc., inventor of the notebook case and the preeminent provider of mobile accessory solutions, today introduced a new Wireless Multimedia Presenter and Wireless Calculator Keypad for notebook computers. Targus’ wireless multifunction devices save desk space and reduce carrying case weight by eliminating the number of peripherals needed for presentations and other critical tasks on the road.

“As the popularity of mobile computing grows, customers expect streamlined peripherals because the work space around their notebook is so limited,” said Sharon Pi, product manager for Targus. “These new wireless accessories eliminate messy cords and provide multiple functions per device, reducing the number of products a notebook user needs to carry around.” More...

Zi Corporation’s eZiText® Selected by Panda Mobile Communications, Leading Chinese Mobile Handset Company

Mobile Phones

Zi Corporation (Nasdaq: ZICA) (TSX: ZIC), which unveiled its latest innovations for its user-friendly eZiText® predictive text technology to the Asian wireless industry at CommunicAsia Exposition in Singapore last month, has won a major new deal in China. Today, it announced that the company has licensed its eZiText product to handset manufacturer Nanjing Panda Mobile Communications Equipment Co., Ltd. (PMC).

PMC is the ninth largest handset company in China and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nanjing Panda Electronics Company Limited. (HKSE: 0553.HK). PMC has both design and manufacturing capabilities and is considered one of the fastest growing companies in the Chinese handset market due in part to the wide reach of its parent. More...

Synaptics Introduces NavPoint Interface for HP iPAQ hx4700 Pocket PC

Windows Mobile News

Synaptics(R) Incorporated (NASDAQ:SYNA) , a leading developer of interface solutions for mobile computing, communications, and entertainment devices, has developed a new touchpad interface solution for the HP iPAQ hx4700 Pocket PC.

The NavPoint touchpad solution replaces the HP device's five-way mechanical button with an interactive capacitive sensor. In addition to replacing button functionality, the NavPoint also offers unique navigation controls, including short and long distance scrolling features, tapping, and mouse-like cursor navigation. More...

Franklin Electronic Publishers - First to Publish Renowned French Illustrated Dictionary `Le Petit Larousse' in Handheld Electronic and MultiMediaCard Formats

General PDA

Franklin Electronic Publishers (AMEX:FEP) , a worldwide leader in handheld information, today announced its expansion in the French market with a new suite of products, featuring the acclaimed "Le Petit Larousse" French dictionary and other Larousse works in a color screen handheld and MultiMediaCard formats. For the first time these convenient reference solutions will be available for people seeking quick information access, by looking up French words, encyclopedic entries, French synonyms, and translations in various languages.

The MultiMediaCard can be used on any mobile device running the Palm OS(TM), Windows Mobile(TM)-based Pocket PC, or Nokia Series 60 operating systems and equipped with SD/MultiMediaCard expansion slots, for easy "plug and go." Both the MMC and handheld versions will be available in France this fall. More...

Tradewinds - coming this August from Astraware and Sandlot Games

General PDA

Tradewinds will let players captain their own flotilla of ships to exotic locations and trade goods with merchants to make a tidy profit. The aim of the game is to become famously rich, whether by careful trading, by sending scurvy pirate dogs to the bottom of the sea, or maybe a mix of both! While their ships are being repaired players can also relax on shore leave with a round of brews at the local alehouse where drinks (and game tips) are always on tap.

"This is the title trading game fans have been waiting for," comments Howard Tomlinson, CEO of Astraware, "with gameplay moving as quickly or as slowly as they like, take time to consider strategy or race to acquire wealth and glory. The choice of characters means they can play as an honest trader, a smuggler, or even rule the waves and out-gun the pirates – all at their own pace."

http://www.astraware.com/ More...

RealNetworks Introduces Harmony, Enabling Consumers to Buy Digital Music that Plays on All Popular Devices

Consumer Electronic News

RealNetworks(R), Inc. (NASDAQ:RNWK) , the leading creator of digital media services and software, today announced Harmony(TM) Technology, the world's first DRM translation system to enable consumers to securely transfer purchased music to every popular secure music device.

Harmony Technology frees consumers from the limitation of being locked into a specific portable device when they buy digital music. Now consumers can build their library of downloads secure in the knowledge that it will play on virtually whatever device they choose. More...

Sharp Zaurus SL-6000 Reviews @ pdabuyersguide.com

General PDA News

PDA Buyer's Guide has published an in-depth review of the new iPAQ rz1715.

Quote:

"HP has four new iPAQ Pocket PCs running Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition in store for us on Monday, July 26th. The rz1715 is their new entry level model, and it offers a standard QVGA transflective display, a 203MHz processor and 32 megs of RAM. It's small, it's light and the price is light too."

Read the full review: http://www.pdabuyersguide.com/ipaq_rz1715.htm More...

Garmin(R) Adds iQue(R) 3200 to Family of Integrated PDA/GPS Devices

PalmOne News

Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN) , today introduced the iQue 3200, which joins the award-winning iQue 3600 as the only Palm Powered(TM) personal digital assistants (PDAs) that offer fully integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. These products combine the portability of a PDA and the utility of an automotive navigation system in a sleek, lightweight design.

"The iQue 3200 is designed for individuals who simply want a device that can manage their personal information and deliver personal navigation in a single unit," said Gary Kelley, Garmin's director of marketing. "Beyond organization and navigation, the iQue 3200 boasts a bright display, long battery life and Secure Digital Input/Output (SDIO) capabilities for added functionality at an attractive price." More...

Iomega Micro Mini USB 2.0 Drive Makes Leap to 512MB Capacity

Consumer Electronic News

Iomega Corporation (NYSE: IOM), a global leader in data storage, today launched a new member of the Micro Mini™ family: The Iomega® Micro Mini™ 512MB* USB 2.0 Drive. Designed for the active lifestyle, the Micro Mini 512MB USB 2.0 drive offers high performance in a go-anywhere package that is half the size of conventional USB key drives. It is the ideal mobile device for large presentations, video clips, photo libraries, homework and other data.

“Iomega’s Micro Mini USB 2.0 drives are eminently practical devices that also manage to express a sense of style and fun,” said Brian Still, product manager, branded products, Iomega Corporation. “It’s the most interesting drive in its category because it is more customizable and because Iomega provides great software that extends the drive’s usefulness.” More...

Fri Jul 23, 2004

New Yanoff Version 2.1 Usenet Newsreader For Palm Os Now Available

PalmOne News

SonLight Software today officially released New Yanoff version 2.1, the premiere portable news reader for Palm OS.

New Yanoff is an online/offline Usenet NNTP news reader for palmOne and Palm OS-compatible PDA's. New Yanoff is offered in two versions: Yanoff- and Yanoff+. More...

Virtual Devices Inc. and iBIZ Technology Corp. Sign Worldwide License and Distribution Agreement

General PDA

Virtual Devices Inc. (VDI) and iBIZ Technology Corp. (BULLETIN BOARD: IBZT) today announced the signing of worldwide exclusive license and distribution agreement. Virtual Devices, headquartered in Pittsburgh, specializes in the development of innovative virtual input device technologies including design and development of a Virtual Keyboard.

VDI owns key intellectual property rights, patents and patent-pending applications related to its virtual data input products. Virtual Devices provides significant advantages through the dynamics of their virtual keyboard design, including patent protection and control of the intellectual property. More...

Cenuco Listed in Microsoft Mobile2market Applications Catalog

Windows Mobile News

Cenuco, Inc. (AMEX:ICU) announced that Microsoft has included Cenuco's wireless live remote video streaming client applications in the Microsoft Mobile2Market Mobile Applications Catalog. The Microsoft Mobile2Market Mobile Applications Catalog is designed to connect wireless application developers with handset manufacturers and mobile carrier operators regarding Microsoft Windows Mobile certified applications. This allows for immediate deployment of Cenuco's Microsoft Windows Mobile-certified consumer and small business remote video viewing products, to a combined global wireless subscriber base exceeding 30 million potential customers. More...

Thu Jul 22, 2004

NVIDIA GoForce 2100 Selected for Picture Perfect Samsung Camera Phone

General PDA

NVIDIA Corporation (Nasdaq: NVDA), the worldwide leader in visual processing solutions, today announced that Samsung Electronics, manufacturer of the industry leading brand of mobile phones, has selected the NVIDIA® GoForce™ 2100 media processor for the SCH- M500 Mobile Intelligent Terminal by Samsung (MITS) phone. With a portfolio of high value-added products featuring innovative technologies and functionalities and global brand recognition, Samsung Electronics is a market leader in delivering superb multimedia and visual appeal to the cell phone market.

Samsung joins a growing global roster of NVIDIA handheld partners, including Motorola, Mitsubishi, LG, Mitac, DBTEL and many more. NVIDIA now has design wins with three of the world’s top five cell phone OEMS - Motorola, Samsung and LG. More...

Flybook from Dialogue Scoop Review @ DigitalReviews.net

Personal Computer

image DigitalReviews.net just published an extensive review of the FLYBOOK from Dialogue, arguably the best-connected ultra-portable tablet-style PC around.

We believe this is the first in-depth report on this model in the English language.

Here's a teaser from the Intro:

......You expect it to have WiFi and Bluetooth, but add a SIM card slot for GPRS (there's even a CDMA model), a CF / PC card slot, 2 FireWire ports and suddenly you have an ultra-capable machine. More...

New GPS Online Store Designed for Novice GPS Users

General PDA

Everything-Mobile is launched to address the needs of novice GPS users who are interested in purchasing GPS products but do not know where to start or what to purchase. Customers benefit from knowledgeable advisors who understand their needs and guide them in product selection.

They also offer unique pre-built packages. We are now offering some for customers who are interested in adding GPS capabilities to their existing Pocket PCs (such as iPAQs). These packages reduce customers' product selection time. More...

ePocrates Introduces 'Essentials' Mobile Clinical Reference Suite

General PDA

ePocrates today introduced the ePocrates(R) Essentials integrated suite of industry-leading clinical reference applications, featuring the brand new ePocrates Lab(TM) reference and the latest versions of the ePocrates Rx Pro(TM) and ePocrates Dx(TM) references. The ePocrates Essentials system includes all of the key decision support applications -- drugs, diseases, and diagnostics -- required for today's health care professional, all seamlessly integrated at the point-of-care. More...

Budding Young Scientists Use Mobile Discovery Tools to Explore and Investigate, Turning Their World Into Classroom for Inquiring Minds

PalmOne News

imageGiven a mobile computer and tools for scientific discovery, students are propelled by their own natural curiosity into a boundless "classroom" for inquiring minds, according to Wayne Grant, Ph.D., an authority on inquiry-based learning and founder of ImagiWorks, which six years ago introduced schools to ImagiProbe.

ImagiProbe, a mobile data acquisition system, connects to Palm Powered handhelds and engages students at a very personal level by enabling them to ask their own questions, decide what data to collect, see the data visually, get immediate results and draw conclusions. See www.imagiworks.com

"Mobility and the tools to engage in authentic scientific research turn the world around them into a laboratory," said Grant.

Ultimately, according to the former research scientist, curriculum designer, teacher, "it provides them with a deeper learning experience -- one that's based on analysis, reflection and the joy of discovery." More...

ASUS MyPAL A716 Series 64MB to 128MB Upgrade Available @ PocketPCTechs

Windows Mobile News

PocketPCTechs are pleased to announce that they have developed and released a 64MB to 128MB upgrade for the ASUS MyPal A716 Series Pocket PC.

This memory upgrade does NOT require their proprietary driver and is fully recognized by the OS (119MB Available for system vs 55MB for the std 64MB unit). This unit uses BGA memory, so stacking is not available and 128MB will be the maximum capacity. More...

ePocrates Essentials and Lab launch

PalmOne News

In response to numerous customer requests, ePocrates is proud to announce the upcoming release of ePocrates Lab(tm), our newest mobile diagnostic reference for Palm OS devices.

ePocrates Lab is a unique, up-to-date guide to hundreds of diagnostic tests and panels covering collection, reference range, interpretation, reimbursement and follow-up.

ePocrates Lab is unique and unlike any other mobile references because it includes

- Continually updated content
- Pricing and reimbursement information
- Interpretation and follow-up recommendations
- Thousands of relevant links to drug and disease information More...

Wed Jul 21, 2004

Vantec PCI/RAM Slot Protector Kit Video Review #459 @ 3DGameMan.com

Personal Computer News

Not only do Vantec Slot Protector Kits keep dust out of PCI and RAM slots, but they also look fantastic when installed! Installation will only take a minute due to their efficient design. They are available in five different colors; Red, Green, Blue, Yellow and Black, and all are UV reactive. The best part is they are inexpensive and will brighten up or add to any case modding theme. Watch the Video to find out more..." ~3dGameMan.com

Direct URL: http://www.3dgameman.com/vr/vantec/slot_protector/video_review.html More...

SearchGuy.com Commences Beta Testing of Mobile Search Technology

General PDA

SearchGuy.com Inc., a creative provider of multi category search and advertising services is proud to announce it has begun to test its new mobile search technology SearchGuy Mobile. This new technology will allow users to browse the internet from any Palm Pilot or Blackberry device, as well as internet enabled mobile phones.

The beta tests were coordinated on several mobile carriers in the United States and abroad. Result times exceeded expectations and the overall response for the technology has been positive. More...

Football Director for Pocket PC Launches

Windows Mobile News

Infinite Ventures, Inc., developer and publisher of PDA and mobile phone games announced today the release of Football Director for Microsoft Pocket PC compatible devices, the first football management game for mobile devices. Developed by RW Software, Football Director brings football management out of the English football league stadiums and straight to the Pocket PC owner’s screen. More...

iAdminMobile.com Releases Mobile Management Pack for Microsoft Internet Information Service (IIS)

Windows Mobile News

iAdminMobile.com today announced it has released the Microsoft Internet Information Service (IIS) Mobile Management Pack for iAdmin Mobile. This new Mobile Management Pack delivers new capability to iAdmin Mobile, the company's award winning mobile systems management and administration tool. With the addition of the IIS Mobile Management Pack, user's of iAdmin Mobile will be able to administer their company's IIS assets and perform many administrative functions such as starting and stopping IIS WWW and FTP sites, View site statistics, and backup or restore the IIS metabase. More...

Socket Releases Industry’s First RFID Development Kits with CompactFlash RFID Readers for Pocket PCs

Windows Mobile News

Socket Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), the Mobile Connection™ Company, announced the availability of SocketReader™ Development Kits for its Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) product line as part of an ongoing strategy to help value added resellers (VARs), systems integrators (SIs), and Auto ID software developers implement RFID technology into their mobile solutions using Pocket PCs. Consistent with the previously announced schedule, Socket’s existing Auto ID developer community will now be able to begin development and pilot deployment of applications that support reading of and writing to ISO15693 and ISO14443 industry standard tags and smart labels. More...

SonicWALL Extends Mobility Solutions With New Security Software for Pocket PC Devices

Windows Mobile News

SonicWALL, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNWL) , a leading provider of integrated security, productivity and mobility solutions, today introduced its new Pocket Global VPN Client (Pocket GVC) software, which provides an easy-to-use security solution for handheld devices running Microsoft's Pocket PC 2003 operating system. Pocket GVC addresses the needs of vertical markets such healthcare, hospitality, government, manufacturing, warehousing and retail, where the growing use of handheld 802.11 devices is matched by an increased need to secure the wireless network. More...

Exideas Released V. 3.0 of MessagEase Onscreen Keyboard and Announced Support for Asian Languages

Personal Computer

Exideas, a California software company specializing in Computer-Human Interface (www.Exideas.com), today released version 3.0 of its Windows Onscreen Keyboard, a tool to enhance text entry on Tablet PCs and touchscreen-based computers, as well as a variety of other mobile devices. Exideas also announced that the next version of MessagEase Onscreen Keyboard for Windows will include plug-in modules for other alphabets and character sets; it will also include support for several Asian languages. More...

PocketPCTechs’ WriteSHIELD™ Premium Screen Protector Line Enhanced

Windows Mobile News

Fountain Valley, California based, PocketPCTechs, Inc. announced that they have released a new series of their world-renowned WriteSHIELD™ Premium Screen Protector line. The new WriteSHIELD™ C2 Screen Protector Series is a crystal clear screen protector, which still blocks 99% of ultraviolet rays that could damage the LCD while allowing greater than 90% light transmittance from the LCD. More...

Sandisk Extreme Flash Cards taken to 'Extremes' in Expeditions to the Sahara Desert and North Pole

General PDA

image From the searing heat of the Sahara Desert to the piercing cold of the North Pole, two recent American expeditions have demonstrated that SanDisk’s Extreme™ line of digital photographic flash memory cards can withstand brutal temperatures to safeguard precious images, even when humans are pushed to the limits of physical endurance.

Designed for harsh weather and rapid-fire shooting, SanDisk Extreme cards, with their rugged construction and fast write and read speeds, have become the flash memory cards of choice for many outdoor photographers and adventurers. They have been tested to operate in climates that range from a low of –13 degrees Fahrenheit (-25 degrees Centigrade) to a high of +185 degrees Fahrenheit (+85 degrees Centigrade). But in the past two months, they have been subjected to some truly “extreme” environments. More...

Aura Communications Secures $11 Million in Funding

General PDA

Aura Communications Technology, Inc. - the leader in magnetic communication technology for reliable, low-power wireless transmission of music, voice and data - today announced the closing of an $11 million round of funding comprised of both new funds and the conversion of all outstanding bridge loans. Creative Technology, a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products for PC users, and Entrepia Ventures led the round. Participating investors included iSherpa Capital, a venture capital firm specializing in wireless and supporting technology investments, and existing investors Duchossois Technology Partners and Motorola Ventures. Proceeds of the funding will be used to launch the Company’s next generation streaming audio ASIC later this year and to build its sales and support operations in Asia. More...

Tue Jul 20, 2004

2005 International CES Expands Exhibits Into Central And South Plazas

Events

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is expanding technology showcases and interactive exhibits in the new Central and South Plazas for its 2005 show, which runs January 6-9 in Las Vegas, Nev.

Located directly in front of the Las Vegas Convention Center, the CES Central and South Plazas house the Innovations Design and Engineering awards honorees, specialized TechZones and showcases, and 100 exhibitors such as Gibson Audio.

A dozen TechZones will feature in-depth and hands-on exhibits in digital imaging, MP3 and Internet audio, ultrawideband products and services, DSL, assistive devices, USB, portable power, electronic fitness, VOIP, RFID and other emerging technologies. More...

AT&T Wireless Delivers 3G UMTS Service in The United States

Mobile Phones

AT&T Wireless (NYSE:AWE) today began offering customers in Detroit, Phoenix, San Francisco and Seattle broadband mobile wireless services with its launch of the first commercially- available true 3G UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) network in the United States. The company said it is also deploying UMTS technology in Dallas and San Diego, and expects to offer service in these markets before the end of this year.

AT&T Wireless said its wireless broadband service turns these markets into "metropolitan hotspots," offering customers continuous, high-speed wireless connections. Customers can now use a handset, PDA or laptop to receive streaming audio and video services; create and share video clips; experience richer and more visually compelling content; and connect to critical business information, in most areas throughout these cities. The company also noted that it launched commercial service in these four cities in fulfillment of NTT DoCoMo's shareholder rights agreement. More...

NSTL Selected as Wi-Fi Certification Testing Organization

General PDA

National Software Testing Laboratories (NSTL), the world's leading mobile, wireless and PC certification test lab, has been selected by the Wi-Fi Alliance to become an authorized test lab for its certification testing program. The program will allow NSTL to test and certify Wi-Fi products at the company's suburban Philadelphia, PA and Taipei, Taiwan test facilities. NSTL should be able to begin accepting submissions upon completion of the qualification process.

NSTL has established two Wi-Fi dedicated test labs within its Pennsylvania and Taiwan test facilities. The labs will service the more than 200 members of the Wi-Fi Alliance with state-of-the-art equipment and trained test engineers. Alliance members will be able to submit products for testing to either NSTL lab. Products which successfully pass all the Wi-Fi prescribed tests will be eligible to display the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED and Wi-Fi Alliance logo on packaging and marketing materials. More...

Targus Unleashes Bluetooth Mini Optical Mouse for Notebooks

Personal Computer News

Targus Inc., inventor of the notebook case and the preeminent provider of mobile accessory solutions, today announced the introduction of its Bluetooth® Mini Optical Mouse with Bluetooth Adapter. Targus was the first manufacturer to bring the mini mouse form factor to market, and continues to expand its leadership in the mouse category with this release. Targus will expand its Bluetooth offering to other mobile accessories within the second half of 2004. More...

RFIC's WLAN PA Was Adopted by HP

Windows Mobile News

RF Integrated Corp. (RFIC), a leading Wireless RF component manufacturer today announced that 802.11b WLAN power amplifier - AP1092 was picked by HP and will be packaged with TI chipsets for making HP's new smartphone h6300, the first consumer model smartphone with three wireless technologies of GSM/GPRS, 802.11b Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 1.1 in one package.

This new HP smartphoone will be released in U.S. soon for it had already been approved by FCC. According to RFIC, AP1092 is a linear, low current power amplifier in ISM band using InGaP/GaAs HBT process. High quality and the special feature of low current of AP1092 have been known by the world RF components industry for its time-to-market advantage. Now RFIC has even developed an upgraded version of AP1092 to focus on increasing the overall efficiency for 11b/g. More...

A Selection of Protective Cases for the Palm Zire 72 Series from Proporta

PalmOne News

Proporta proudly announces its newest range of protective, attractive cases designed especially for the Palm Zire 72. The three varieties have all been crafted to fit the handset perfectly, providing security and style.

The Alu-Leather cases have been masterfully crafted in soft black leather creating a highly attractive and sleek finish to the case. In both the book and the flip models is our unique Screen Saver System, comprising of a thin sheet of aluminium that adds nothing but extra resistance and durability to the case. More...

ARM and Broadcom Announce Strategic Partnership to Develop Next-Generation Communications Products

General PDA

ARM ; (NASDAQ:ARMHY) , and Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ:BRCM) , a leading provider of highly integrated semiconductor solutions enabling broadband communications, announced today a broad agreement to partner in the development of ARM(R) technology-based products optimized for a wide range of communications applications.

The partnership will enable Broadcom to use ARM technology to further accelerate its leadership position in a number of markets, including next-generation mobile, networking, and wireless devices. The two companies also expect that through the extended partnership, Broadcom's expertise in broadband and wireless communications will assist ARM in developing better microprocessor solutions for these high-growth markets. More...

PDACorps reviewsEctaco’s Partner Voice Translator

Windows Mobile News

'If you’ve ever watched Star Trek, you’ve seen the “Universal Translator”—a magical device that makes it so everyone, including aliens from far off galaxies, speak in English. While this may seem the work of science fiction writers, today on the Pocket PC, such programs are closer than you may think'. OK, so your average Pocket PC user may not actually have the need to converse with aliens on a regular basis, but we do have the need to talk to foreigners and that's really where Ectaco's Partner Voice Translator aims to make things a whole lot easier.

The full review is at http://www.pdacorps.com/default.asp?key=pages/ectacovoice.htm More...

Mon Jul 19, 2004

O2 Partners With Mobile Streams For Ringtones And Backgrounds

Mobile Phones

Mobile Streams, the global mobile content company, and O2, the UK network operator and a leader in data services, announced today a partnership agreement, with Mobile Streams being selected as a main supplier for ringtones and backgrounds on O2’s Revolution service.

Revolution is O2's wholesale distribution channel for mobile applications. Revolution develops strategic relationships with some of the most innovative mobile application developers around the world to launch leading edge products and services to its customers. Revolution also has a direct consumer offering, accessible through O2’s Active portal, and is the test bed for groundbreaking and exciting new services. More...

The Swedish mobile phone manufacturer Neonode has launched their first mobile phone, the Neonode N1

Windows Mobile News

image Over the last couple of years, Neonode have carried out an intense work of development in order to complete their first product. In order to make the introduction manageable, the N1 will at first be distributed in a limited edition and primarily to those who at an early stage signed the pre-order list.

The N1 is based on a unique and patented touch-screen that does not require pressure, but only a gentle touch on the screen. The user interface is operated using sweeping movements over the screen, enabling the user to navigate with her fingers only. Thus there is no need for a stylus/pen.

Since there is no need for a physical keyboard, the N1 consists mainly of the touch screen. Thus the screen covers an extremely large area of the N1.

The N1 builds on the principle that the user is able to fill the mobile phone with content according to his or her own needs and demands. The platform is open so that content and applications can be added with the help of an ordinary PC.

- All from the beginning, the interest has been enormous, says Magnus Goertz, one of the founders of Neonode. Unfortunately we have not earlier had the resources to respond to all the e-mail received, but everyone who has shown an interest in buying the N1 is noted. As we are getting the production started, we will offer the first mobile phones to those who placed their orders first.

In total there are approximately 20 000 pre-orders in Neonode's database and during the summer, offers of buying the mobile phone will go out in order of priority to the people first on the list. The offer goes out in form of personal codes for Neonode's web shop and is primarily directed towards people in Sweden.

- We will manufacture approximately one thousand mobile phones during the summer, so there will be far from enough for everyone that has shown an interest. However, we will be increasing the speed of production as soon as possible in order to meet the existing demand, says Goertz.

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Bluefire Security Adds VPN to Wireless Security Suite for Pocket PC

Windows Mobile News

Bluefire Security Technologies announced today that it is adding virtual private networking to its Bluefire Mobile Firewall Plus solution. The VPN offering represents an integral step toward achieving the company's vision of delivering a comprehensive mobile security solution that solves today's handheld security problems and addresses tomorrow's wireless threats with centrally managed, multi-layered software. More...

Online Expert Guides Describe 20 New Categories of Professional and Special Interest Software for Palm OS