Brighthand gets to unwrap the much delayed HP iPAQ 210. They liked the large screen and ample memory, along with the units 24-pin connector and mini-USB. Also the 210 maintains a long battery life and Extensive expansion options. Onthe downside the unit is slow to start up when Wi-Fi is enabled, the digitizer is less sensitive and it has an anemic speaker.

Here is a blurb:

“A full five months after it was originally announced, HP has finally managed to ship production units of the iPAQ 210 Enterprise handheld, a very high-end device loaded with features, like a VGA screen and dual memory card slots.

Before I begin the review in earnest though, a few notes. The first is practically boilerplate by now: The device reviewed here is the iPAQ 210. The exact same device is sold through other retail channels as the iPAQ 211, and internationally as the iPAQ 212 in Asia/Pacific, and as the iPAQ 214 in Europe. All these models are physically the same, though international versions may vary in languages and other regional settings.

Second note: You’ll see a few comparisons in this review to the older Dell Axim X51v and Palm TX models. These have been the two reigning champions of the high-end handheld space, and many of the people contemplating the iPAQ 210 own one or another of them. Or in my case, both.”

Read the full review: http://www.brighthand.com/default.asp?newsID=13810

Giving photo enthusiasts the freedom to take more pictures and shoot more video, SanDisk Corporation had increased both capacities and speeds in its SanDisk Ultra II line with the introduction of 32- and 16-gigabyte (GB)1 SDHC cards and an 8GB SDHC Plus card.

Ideal for today’s camcorders and point-and-shoot digital cameras that can record both video and still images, the cards offer faster read and write speeds of 15 megabytes per second2 (15MB/sec), up from previous speeds of 10MB/sec read and 9MB/sec write in the SanDisk Ultra II line.

The 32GB SanDisk Ultra II SDHC card with MicroMate USB 2.0 Reader has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $349.99. The 16GB card with reader has a suggested price of $179.99, and the 8GB SanDisk Ultra II SDHC Plus card has an MSRP of $99.99. The 16GB and 8GB cards are expected to be available worldwide in March, with the 32GB slated for shipping in April. 

Motorola announced it is exploring the structural and strategic realignment of its businesses to better equip its Mobile Devices business to recapture global market leadership and to enhance shareholder value. The company’s alternatives may include the separation of Mobile Devices from its other businesses in order to permit each business to grow and better serve its customers.

“All of our businesses have exceptional people, products and intellectual property and the ability to achieve category leadership in their markets,” said Greg Brown, President and Chief Executive Officer. “We are exploring ways in which our Mobile Devices Business can accelerate its recovery and retain and attract talent while enabling our shareholders to realize the value of this great franchise.”

The company does not intend to discuss developments with respect to the exploration of strategic alternatives unless or until its Board of Directors has approved a definitive transaction or the process is otherwise complete. There can be no assurance that any transaction will occur or, if one is undertaken, its terms or timing.

http://www.motorola.com/mediacenter/news/detail.jsp?globalObjectId=9233_9162_23&pageLocaleId=2026

Skyfire unveiled a new mobile browser that makes browsing on a smartphone just like browsing on a PC. For the first time ever, smartphone users can experience the “real Web” to access and interact with any Web site built with any Web technology, including dynamic Flash, advanced Ajax, Java and more - at the same speeds they are accustomed to on their PC. With this free downloadable browser, users can finally watch videos from the real YouTube, stay connected with their friends on the full-feature PC versions of Facebook and MySpace, and listen to any Web music service like Last.fm. Before Skyfire, users painfully waited for these Flash and Ajax-heavy sites to render - often resulting in error messages or crashes.

Skyfire includes numerous features aimed at simplifying the mobile browsing experience. For example, when a user conducts a Web search from the home page, Skyfire pulls results from multiple search engines and displays the results in multiple tabs that consumers can easily navigate. In addition, users can bookmark specific locations on a Web page to get to the content that matters most to them in one click - such as stock quotes, sports scores, blog messages, etc. Skyfire’s user interface features full screen navigation, thumbnail views and zooming to seamlessly resize the Web content to fit the
mobile screen.

http://www.skyfire.com/sign-up

I will be updating the website with news and more reviews soon.

Thanks!

Bill

From MSMobiles:

While ETEN Glofiish X800 is still not on sale (it was presented at various trade shows already), a successor to this phone - with slide-out QWERTY keyboard - is being released! Interestingly it has almost all the features that HTC Kaiser (aka HTC TyTN II) has: built-in GPS, HSDPA, WiF, Bluetooth, 3G video calling, ... but it also has something that neither HTC Kaiser nor any other HTC phone can offer: VGA (640x480) display in a pocket-size device:

Some specifications:
500 MHz Samsung processor
256 MB ROM
2 cameras
VGA display
Windows Mobile 6 Professional (i.e. Windows Mobile 6 for touch-screens)
HSDPA / UMTS
SiRFstar III GPS chip
1530 mAh battery
available since November 2007
expected price: 599 to 629 Euro
standard 2.5 mm stereo headset connector (instead of prioprietary one used in HTC phones)

Source: http://msmobiles.com/news.php/6768.html
More: PocketInfo.NL

An enhanced version of the successful HTC S710 handset that launched earlier this year, the HTC S730 adds 3G/HSDPA and a 400MHz processor.

The compact phone features an auto-sliding QWERTY keyboard making it an ideal choice for the mobile professional who needs easy access to email, messaging and the internet while out of the office. The HTC S730 comes equipped with Windows Mobile 6 and 256MB Flash memory wrapped in a sleek gun-metal grey casing.

Designed for the enterprise market, the HTC P6500 Incorporates a 3.5” screen, 3 mega pixel camera with auto focus and barcode and fingerprint scanning capabilities. The HTC P6500 is equipped with 256MB internal memory with the
option to add up to 1GB in addition to two external SD card slots and GPS make it “future-proofed”...their words not ours.

In addition to its new devices, HTC has developed a range of accessories that are compatible across all HTC devices. These include the BHM200 (Bluetooth headset), HS U110 (3.5 mm audio adapter and headset), and the HS S200 (HTC standard stereo wired headset).

Florian Seiche, Vice President of HTC Europe, commented: “We are extremely proud of HTC’s reputation as a leading innovator in the mobility space, providing high-quality products to exceed the needs of our diverse end-users.”

http://www.europe.htc.com

HTC the ubiquitous provider of Windows Mobile-based smart devices, today announced the European launch of the HTC Touch Dual, a new and more powerful member of the Touch family that integrates 3.5G wireless connectivity.

The HTC Touch Dual is the second device to feature HTC’s TouchFLO, the same gesture-recognition technology as that in the HTC Touch, but now with new functionality including the ability to view photo slideshows using on-screen controls and to zoom and rotate images with only one hand. TouchFLO also allows enhanced finger touch scrolling and browsing of web pages, documents, messages and contact lists.

The HTC Touch Dual will be available to customers across Europe later this month. The HTC Touch Dual will launch with either a 16 or 20-key keypad across Europe, depending on country and operator choice.

Key Features...

The HTC Shift ushers in a new era in mobile computing as one of the first mobile computers globally to offer Microsoft Windows Vista and push email. Combining Windows Vista with always-connected 3G/HSDPA connectivity. The HTC Shift is the first device to feature HTC’s innovative new SnapVUE technology. SnapVUE provides instant access to emails, calendar, SMS messages and contacts, without the need to fully boot up the device which helps conserve power and extend battery life up to two days.

Weighing just 800g and equipped with a 7” touch sensitive ‘slide-n-tilt’ screen, the HTC Shift is the new way to work effectively on the move.Extensive range of connectivity options - 3G/HSDPA, GSM/GPRS/ EDGE, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.0.

In addition to its new devices, HTC has developed a range of accessories that are compatible across all HTC devices for consumer’s ease of use. These include the BHM200 (Bluetooth headset), HS U110 (3.5 mm audio adapter and headset), and the HS S200 (HTC standard stereo wired headset) to enable effective communications on the move.

The HTC Shift will be available across Europe from November.

http://www.europe.htc.com/

The iPAQ 900 Series Business Messenger...let’s get QWERTY! So this little guy rocks similar specs to the iPAQ 600 series with a few mods such as the QWERTY keyboard, a larger 2.46” screen, bigger battery.

Here are some specs:

Wireless: Integrated Quad band GSM/GPRS/EDGE, Tri Band HSPDA, Integrated WiFi 802.11 b/g with WPA2, Integrated Bluetooth v2.0 with EDR 1 and Integrated GPS navigation (Assisted GPS).

OS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Professional Mobile Microsoft programs included: Office Mobile, Office Outlook Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile.

Marvell PXA270 Processor 520 MHz, 2.8-inch 240 x 320 pixel touch panel display with LED backlight, 128 MB SDRAM main memory for running applications 256 MB flash ROM. The battery is a heafty 1840 mAh Lithium Polymer rechargeable, user changeable battery and the phone is a svelte 4.45” x 2.52” x 0.63” and 5.15 oz.

Camera features: 3 Megapixel, autofocus, 4X digital zoom, codec supports .jpg image file format Image resolution support: 88x72, QCIF (176x144), CIF (352x288), 160x120, QVGA (320x240), 400x300, VGA (640x480), SVGA (800x600), XGA (1024x768), 1280x960, SXGA (1280x1024), UXGA (1600x1200), QXGA (2048x1536) Video resolution: 176x144 (QCIF).

Rounded out with USB 2.0 client for sync/data/charge and 64-bit Micro SD card slot, Integrated microphone, receiver, speaker and stereo headphone jack.

Datasheet: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press_kits/2007/mobility/ds_ipaq900.pdf

The HP iPAQ 600 series business navigator:

Two-in-one mobile phone with GPS navigation and personal organizer. On the phone side: Make voice calls and access the Internet globally via 3G and Quad-band wireless technology. IM and email your associates. Use HP iPAQ Device Connect to take your notebook or PC online over the high-speed HSDPA data network. On the GPSside : Let Assisted GPS guide you to your business destinations. On the organizer side: Use familiar applications to manage your day. Mobile Office Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Email, and Tasks. On the camera side: Capture high-quality photos and video with the integrated 3 Megapixel camera. Finally on the Media Player side: Watch videos and read ebooks with Windows Media Player 10 Mobile, and listen to your favorite music through the speaker or or with an optional Bluetooth stereo headset.

Here are some specs:

Wireless: Integrated Quad band GSM/GPRS/EDGE, Tri Band HSPDA, Integrated WiFi 802.11 b/g with WPA2, Integrated Bluetooth v2.0 with EDR 1 and Integrated GPS navigation (Assisted GPS).

OS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Professional Mobile Microsoft programs included: Office Mobile, Office Outlook Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile.

Marvell PXA270 Processor 520 MHz, 2.8-inch 240 x 320 pixel touch panel display with LED backlight, 128 MB SDRAM main memory for running applications 256 MB flash ROM. The battery is a heafty 1590 mAh Lithium Polymer rechargeable, user changeable battery and the phone is a svelte 4.6 x 2.37 x 0.69 in and 5.1 oz.

Camera features: 3 Megapixel, autofocus, 4X digital zoom. Image file formats: GIF, JPEG, BMP, PNG; image resolutions: QCIF (176x144), CIF (352x288), QVGA (320x240), VGA (640x480), and SXGA (1280x1024) Video file format: WMV; video resolution: 176x144 (QCIF).

Rounded out with USB 2.0 client for sync/data/charge and 64-bit Micro SD card slot, Integrated microphone, receiver, speaker and stereo headphone jack.

Datasheet: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press_kits/2007/yourlifeistheshow/ds_ipaq600.pdf

HP keeps it going with the new iPAQ 300 series travel companion. This puppy sports a 4.3-inch transmissive WVGA 800 x 480 pixel touch screen display, antiglare, with landscape orientation. Turn by turn directions both spoken and on screen including street names.

The unit is powered by a dual-core 600Mhz Titan processor and 2GB of flash ROM storage for maps. The iPAQ 300 Series works as a hands-free answering system for your Bluetoothenabled phone. the 300 sports a High-capacity SD card slot letting you load it up with your digital media library, business multimedia content, or games.

The back end is powered by Windows CE 5.0 with custom HP user interface and has a 1700 mAh Lithium Ion rechargeable, user changeable battery.

The whole kit includes the iPAQ Travel Companion 310 Series, windshield mount with device holder, dashboard mount disc, car charger, standard battery, AC adapter, mini-USB cable, carrying case, documentation, HP iPAQ Companion CD.

Datasheet: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press_kits/2007/yourlifeistheshow/ds_ipaq300.pdf

HP Steps it up a notch with the iPAQ 200 Series Enterprise Handheld.

Wireless features to include integrated WiFi 802.11 b/g with WPA2 and integrated Bluetooth v2.0 with EDR. Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Classic with Office Mobile , Office Outlook Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, and Windows Media Player 10. The iPAQ 200 is powered by a Marvell PXA310, 624 MHz processor with 64 MB SDRAM main memory for running applications and 256 MB flash ROM. The display is a 4-inch transflective TFT 260K color 480 x 640 pixel (VGA) touch panel display with LED backlight...yeah now we’re talking.

Interfaces include a 24 pin connector, mini USB, SDIO, CF (Compact Flash). The 200 also rocks a 2200 mAh Lithium Ion rechargeable, user changeable battery.

The HP iPAQ 200 Series has the processing power to run a variety of enterprise applications or third-party vertical business solutions. With integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, the device offers convenient mobile connectivity and can be used as a VoIP handset.

Datasheet: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press_kits/2007/yourlifeistheshow/ds_ipaq200.pdf

The HP iPAQ 100 is designed as an affordable companion to your cell phone; aww isnt that cute. Here are the deets:

Wireless features to include integrated WiFi 802.11 b/g with WPA2 and integrated Bluetooth v2.0 with EDR. Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 Classic with Office Mobile , Office Outlook Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, and Windows Media Player 10. The iPAQ 100 is powered by a Marvell PXA310, 624 MHz processor with 64 MB SDRAM main memory for running applications and 256 MB flash ROM. Looks however they saddle it with a 3.5-inch 240 x 320 pixel touch screen with LED backlight...(2008 called said VGA only or bust). The unit does have a SDIO high-capacity card slot and 1200 mAh Lithium Ion rechargeable, user changeable battery, that’s a plus and it’s a mere 13 mm thin.

Over all pretty hot looking. No word on price yet.

Datasheet: http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press_kits/2007/yourlifeistheshow/ds_ipaq100.pdf

Aving.net has the juice on LG’s forthcoming LG-KS20 at the upcoming IFA 2007 (IFA is the world’s largest consumer electronics trade show for both industry experts and the general public with unique trade visitor services, special events and a comprehensive program for consumers.) I have seen IFA bandied about the nets this month and people always ask me what it means so there you go.

back to the LG phone...it features 12.8mm thickness and 2.8-inch all touch screen display with full browsing capability. Running on Windows Mobile 6.0, the LG-KS20 supports HSDPA network, 3.6Mbps download speed.

Other features of the 3G smart phone included push email service, 2M camera, mp3 playback, Bluetooth 2.0, cursive script recognition and video call. It will be available in 4Q 2007 in Europe market.

Source and more pics: http://aving.net/usa/news/default.asp?mode=read&c_num=56716&C_Code=01&SP_Num=0