AT 2006 SmartPhone Articles

Mobile Tech News -- Hogmanay Party and i-mate Repairs 12/30/2006

Astraware Announces Annual Hogmanay Party PocketPCTechs.com Named Official U.S. and Canadian i-mate Repair Center

System Software Update Released for Dell Axim X50 Series 12/29/2006

Dell has posted on its support web site a system software update for Axim X50 series models that have been updated to Windows Mobile 5.0.

Tatung Making Its Own Windows Mobile UMPC 12/27/2006

The web has been buzzing recently with reports of the HTC Athena, a UMPC-like device that will run Windows Mobile. More recently, Tatung has

HTC Athena Will Almost Be a UMPC 12/26/2006

Over the last week or so, details have been emerging on HTC's next big device. According to the latest unconfirmed information, the Athena

Mobile Tech News -- PhatPad, Slingbox, and Treo 680 12/22/2006

PhatPad 4.0 Now Available SlingPlayer Mobile Now Supports the Latest Windows Mobile Smartphones Treo 680 Launched in Singapore

Best Look So Far at HTC's Next ''Uber'' Device 12/20/2006

New pictures are available of what is supposedly an upcoming cellular-wireless handheld from HTC with a unique design.

Palm VP Promises Treo 700p Update 12/15/2006

One of Palm's vice presidents has promised a software patch to fix some user's problems with the Treo 700p.

i-mate JAQ Review 12/14/2006

Brighthand's chief reviewer has some especially caustic things to say about one of i-mate's Pocket PC smartphones.

Head-to-Head Review of Navigation Software for Palm OS 12/13/2006

As many people get ready to travel during this holiday season, Brighthand forum moderator Magellan has a review comparing three Palm OS appl

Mobile Tech News -- Treo 680 Battery, Astraware and Symbian, and New Palm VP 12/13/2006

Extended Battery Available for Treo 680 Astraware Planning Games for Symbian Smartphones Palm Names Senior Vice President, Marketing

Access Quietly Admits ALP's Release Date Has Slipped 12/11/2006

When Access Systems officially unveiled an early version of its upcoming operating system in February, the company said its goal was to get

What's the Difference Between the Two Types of Windows Mobile? 12/8/2006

Many of the most popular smartphones bear the Windows Mobile logo, but anyone considering buying one of these should be aware that there are

Mobile Tech News -- More Arvale Quests, Astraware Gift Certificates, and More 12/2/2006

PDAmill Introduces Arvale: Short Tales Astraware Gift Certificates Available YourCall for Palm Treo Updated

Supreme Court Hears Patent Case Important to Technology Industry 11/29/2006

The U.S. Supreme Court heard a case yesterday that's being closely watched across the technology industry, as it may determine what constitu

Candybar-Shaped Pocket PC Phone Coming from i-mate 11/23/2006

i-mate will soon begin offering the PDAL, a Windows Mobile phone with Wi-Fi. To reduce the size of this smartphone, it will have neither a n

Palm Releases Sprint Treo 700wx SMS Patch 11/23/2006

Palm, Inc. has posted on its support web site a software patch that fixes a serious bug in one of its latest smartphones.

Mobile Tech News -- Palm Music Creation App, eXtreme Agenda, TeleNav Enhanced, and More 11/22/2006

miniMusic Introduces New Palm OS Music Creation Application eXtreme Agenda for WM Smartphone Updated Cingular Wireless Now Offering Enha

New Pocket PC Phone with Wi-Fi Now Available from i-mate 11/20/2006

Online retailer i-mate has launched its next Pocket PC phone, the JAQ3, which offers both a built-in keyboard and Wi-Fi.

Mobile Tech News -- Zagat To Go, EzAlarm, Sherwin-Williams' Treos 11/19/2006

Zagat To Go Updated for Palm OS, Pocket PC, and BlackBerry iambic Releases EzAlarm for Windows Mobile Smartphone Sherwin-Williams Coats

Court Rules Australian Agency Has a Patent on Wi-Fi 11/18/2006

A court in Texas ruled yesterday that Australia's national science agency has a patent on some of the core technologies used in some version

Microsoft Adds Important New Features to Voice Command 11/17/2006

Microsoft has released Voice Command 1.6, the latest version of its application that allows users to control their Windows Mobile devices wi

Palm's Mysterious Third Product Category Still in Development 11/16/2006

According to Palm's CEO, this company hasn't dropped its plans to release a new class of devices created by Jeff Hawkins, Palm's co-founder.

Apple vs. Microsoft: Battle of the Music Phones Starting Next Year 11/16/2006

The best evidence yet has emerged that Apple, Inc. is going to release a combination phone and iPod in the near future. And Microsoft's CEO

Get a Samsung UMPC for $750 *Updated* 11/15/2006

Those who are interested in a UMPC but have been turned off by these device's high prices should should be happy to learn that the Samsung Q

Patents Hint at an Apple iPhone 11/12/2006

The latest fuel being added to the iPhone fire is a pair of patents that were approved on Thursday that many are taking as evidence that App

The Latest on the Motorola Q Pro 11/9/2006

Some images and new details of what is supposedly an upcoming Windows Mobile Smartphone have appeared on the Web.

DataViz Documents To Go 9 Review 11/9/2006

Brighthand Forum moderator Magellan brings us a review of the latest version of Documents To Go, DataViz's software suite that allows Palm O

Samsung Showing Off Innovative Portable Computer 11/7/2006

Samsung is demonstrating a highly portable PC with a unique design. This 1-pound device will include a folding keyboard and Mobile WiMAX.

Palm Responds to NTP's Patent Infringement Lawsuit 11/7/2006

Palm, Inc. has released a statement responding to the patent infringement lawsuit filed yesterday afternoon by NTP.

Developer One Releases New PIM Management Application for WM Smartphones 11/7/2006

Developer One--best known for its very popular time, contact, and task management application Agenda Fusion for Pocket PCs--has released a s

NTP Files Patent Lawsuit Against Palm 11/6/2006

NTP has just filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Palm, Inc. This alleges that Palm is infringing on patents related to wireless emai

StyleTap 1.0 Palm OS Emulator for Windows Mobile Released 11/2/2006

An application that allows users to run thousands of programs originally written for the Palm OS on a Pocket PC has finally come out of beta

Nokia 330 Not What Some Were Hoping For 11/1/2006

Despite last week's rumor, the Nokia 330 is not a successor to this company's Internet Tablet.

Latest iPAQ Pocket PC Phone Now Available from Cingular 10/31/2006

Cingular Wireless has just begun offering two models from the iPAQ hw6900 series of Pocket PC phones, making it the first carrier in the Uni

Palm Releases Fairly Significant Update for Verizon Treo 650 10/24/2006

Verizon Wireless has introduced a fairly significant update to its version of the Palm Treo 650.

Brighthand Now Offering Category-Specific RSS feeds 10/19/2006

In response to numerous user requests, it's now possible to get category-specific RSS feeds from Brighthand.

Nokia Introduces S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 1 10/18/2006

Nokia has taken the wraps off Feature Pack 1 for its S60 3rd Edition, a user interface for Symbian OS-based smartphones.

A First Look at the Palm Treo 680 10/13/2006

After getting some hands-on time with Palm's latest smartphone, the Treo 680, Brian Beeler brings us his impressions, along with numerous pi

Why Pocket PCs Don't Let Users Close Applications 10/13/2006

A recent post on the Windows Mobile Team Blog gives Microsoft's reasons why Pocket PC users can't easily close applications that are running

The Latest on the Cingular 8525 10/11/2006

Recently, an anonymous source reported to Brighthand that the Cingular 8525 Pocket PC phone will be available soon, and what it will cost.

Mobile Tech News -- TX Update, Spb Today Suite, and More 10/11/2006

Palm Releases Accessory Cradle Update for TX Handster Publishes Spb Today Suite PhatWare Announces PhatPad 4.0 Beta Palm Promotes Mobil

Would You Like Tweezers With that? 10/5/2006

"Sometimes, smaller really isn't better," is the theme of Adama D. Brown's latest editorial.

RhinoSkin Treo 700 Leather and Aluminum Case Review 10/4/2006

Well-known handheld expert Alan Grassia reviews RhinoSkin's new Treo 700 leather and aluminum cases.

Mobile Tech News -- Treos in Asia and Mexico, Location-Based Services, and More 10/4/2006

Palm Introduces First Windows Mobile Powered Treo in Asia Palm Introduces the Treo 650 in Peru Palm Treo 650 Launches on Mexico's Telcel

The Latest Rumors of the Apple iPhone 9/30/2006

For those who are still looking for more evidence that Apple will soon begin offering a device that combines the features of a phone and an

Palm GPS Navigator Smartphone Edition Review 9/29/2006

Antoine Wright tests out the latest navigational guide for Palm's smartphones and handhelds, and brings us this review.

HP iPAQ rx5915 Travel Companion at HP Event and on HP's Web Site 9/28/2006

At an HP event in New York City this evening the HP iPAQ rx5915 was on display for the first time in the U.S. and the device has also shown

Fossil Unveils Watch that Wirelessly Communicates with Phones 9/28/2006

Fossil, Inc. has just announced the Caller ID wristwatch. This analog/digital watch will use Bluetooth wireless networking to allow users to

Nokia Adding More Advanced Features to Its N Series 9/27/2006

Nokia has announced that it is adding some new models to its N series of smartphones, which includes a couple of devices with cutting-edge f

i-mate JAQ First Thoughts Review 9/26/2006

Brighthand's chief reviewer, Adama D. Brown, brings us his first impressions of i-mate's new JAQ, which has a form-factor similar other rece

The Latest Glimpse Into the Future of Windows Mobile 9/25/2006

Brighthand's Ed Hardy recently got a briefing on the next two versions of Windows Mobile, and has good news and bad news.

HTC Buying Dopod, Dropping i-mate, O2 as Customers 9/20/2006

Reportedly, HTC is close to buying Dopod, a company that offers smartphones -- all designed by HTC -- in Asia and Australia. It is also goin

Mobile Tech News - Talk Like a Pirate, NIST Security Info, BlackBerry Maps, and More 9/19/2006

Celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day with Astraware NIST.org Security Information Now Available on Mobile Devices Tele Atlas S

Cingular Now Offering HTC Star Trek as the 3125 *UPDATED* 9/13/2006

Cingular Wireless has just launched the 3125, a Windows Mobile Smartphone designed by HTC.

i-mate Announces Two Windows Mobile Phones 9/12/2006

i-mate will soon begin offering the JAQ and the SPL, a pair of Windows Mobile Smartphones. The company is promising that these will cost les

Vaja Leather Case Review 9/10/2006

Brian Beeler brings us his thoughts on a leather case that Vaja has created for the Motorola Q.

Palm Warns Quarterly Revenue Won't Meet Expectations 9/7/2006

Palm, Inc. has warned investors that revenue during its most recent financial quarter won't meet its previous hopes.

SanDisk Bringing Out V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder 9/5/2006

SanDisk has announced plans to release the V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder, which will allow users to record video from TVs and other medi

Mobile Tech News -- Yahoo! Go, Free Zagat To Go, New Treo 700p Case, and More 9/2/2006

Yahoo! Go Released for Windows Mobile Free Subscriptions to Zagat To Go Piel Frama Leather Case for Palm Treo 700p Palm Becomes First C

Mobile Tech News -- mVoiceMail, Battery Pack Pro, and More 8/31/2006

mVoiceMail 5 Released by MotionApps Omega One Updates Battery Pack Pro and 1-Calc for Pocket PC Spb Software House releases Spb Diary 2.

Push Email Update Released for Motorola Q 8/30/2006

Motorola just released a long-awaited system software update for the Verizon Wireless version of the Motorola Q, bringing support for Micros

Microsoft Looking for Feedback on One-Handed Navigation 8/30/2006

A recent post on the Windows Mobile Team Blog asks for suggestions on how to improve one-handed navigation on future Pocket PCs.

BlackBerry Connect for Palm OS Treos Finally Available in the U.S. (Updated) 8/30/2006

Almost three years after it was originally announced, the BlackBerry Connect client for the Palm OS is finally available on some Treo smartp

Executives Have a Love/Hate Relationship with Mobile Tech 8/29/2006

According to a recent survey, a majority of executives think mobile communications devices enhance their lives, but at the same time these p

Let's Talk File Synchronization 8/28/2006

In this editorial, Ed Hardy points out that there's a crying need for a simple application that can keep folders synchronized between a PC a

Mobile Tech News - Less Expensive Treo 700s, New RPG, BugMe! Updated, and More 8/23/2006

$100 Mail-In Rebate on Verizon Treo 700 Models Redshift Introduces New Role Playing Game for Pocket PCs BugMe! Mobile 5.0 for Windows

The Latest on the Treo 700wx 8/21/2006

Sprint is expected to begin offering its first Windows Mobile Treo next week, and information on this device is leaking out all over, includ

Q-like Smartphone from Inventec Coming to i-Mate 8/21/2006

The i-Mate JAQ will have a form-factor becoming familiar from other recent smartphones: a thin, tablet design with a keyboard below its disp

Roadmaster VRFM8 FM Modulator Review 8/20/2006

Ed Hardy brings us this review of the Roadmaster VRFM8, an adapter that lets users play music and podcasts stored on a handheld, smartphone

How To Replace the CD That Came With Your Handheld or Smartphone 8/17/2006

A guide to replacing the synchronization software for Palm OS and Windows Mobile devices.

System Update for Motorola Q Posted Then Pulled 8/17/2006

Recently, Motorola released a significant software update for its Motorola Q smartphone, but this was withdrawn shortly thereafter. Days lat

Some Networks Open to Attack Through BlackBerries 8/15/2006

According to an IT risk management firm, BlackBerries can be used to hack into a corporate network, but RIM points out that this is only pos

Mobile Tech News -- Treo 650 Update, TypePad Mobile, Yelp Mobile, and More 8/13/2006

Small Update Released for Sprint Treo 650 TypePad Releases TypePad Mobile Palm and Yelp Announce Yelp Mobile Take a Cell Phone Tour of

HP May Be Leaving the Mobile Market -- But It Doesn't Really Matter 8/9/2006

Although he's seen abundant signs that HP's interest in creating handhelds and smartphones is waning, Ed Hardy finds he's having a hard time

Sprint Plans Nationwide WiMAX Rollout 8/9/2006

Sprint has announced plans to create a fourth generation (4G) wireless network. This will use the mobile WiMAX standard and bring broadband-

Sony Announces mylo Personal Communicator 8/8/2006

Sony has announced plans to introduce a small wireless device that will allow users to exchange instant messages, browse the Internet, liste

New Information on Upcoming Palm OS Treo 8/7/2006

A Chinese web site has published several pictures of what is supposed to be one of Palm, Inc.'s next smartphones.

Insider Throws Cold Water on Apple iPhone Rumors 8/5/2006

According to a source who is supposedly an Apple employee, there's no truth to the rumor that Apple is going to put out a combination phone

Mobile Tech News -- Faster Sprint EV-DO, Windows Mobile RPG, PocketTunes Update, and More 8/4/2006

Sprint Accelerates EV-DO Revision A Upgrade Astraware Releases Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars for Windows Mobile NornSoft Releases

The Latest on the HTC Excalibur 8/3/2006

Some new information has emerged on an upcoming Windows Mobile smartphone from HTC.

Mobile Tech News -- Draw on a Smartphone, BackupBuddyVFS and NoviiRemote Updates, and More 8/2/2006

PhatWare Announces the Release of PhatSketch Game for Smartphones BackupBuddyVFS 4 Public Beta Now Available BackupBuddy for Windows Mai

PalmSource Misses Deadlines; Palm's Use of Next-Generation Palm OS in Doubt 7/29/2006

The failure of PalmSource and Access to meet contract obligations may result in the termination of Palm Inc's involvement in the development

Microsoft Demoing Prototype of New Mobile Operating System 7/28/2006

Microsoft has demonstrated a prototype of an operating system it is creating to run on very inexpensive computers for third-world countries.

Rundown of the Latest Rumors on the Next-Generation of Treos 7/26/2006

There are still two more Treo smartphones coming before the end of this year, and, not surprisingly, rumors about these models are coming fa

Make Free International Phone Calls with a Nokia 770 7/24/2006

SIPphone has released a version of Gizmo Project for the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet that allows this device to make free telephone calls.

Lindsay Lohan's BlackBerry Gets Hacked *Updated* 7/23/2006

The tabloids are buzzing with the news that someone recently got their hands on the password for Lindsay Lohan's BlackBerry and began sendin

High-Level Apple Executive Hints at iPod/Phone Combo 7/21/2006

Apple's Chief Financial Officer has said something that makes it clear that his company is definitely interested in getting more involved th

RIM and Apple Collaborating on an AppleBerry? 7/19/2006

RIM has been very up-front about its plans to add multimedia features to its BlackBerry line. What this company isn't talking about, though,

SanDisk 4 GB SDHC Card Coming Later this Month 7/17/2006

Before the end of July, SanDisk will release a memory card using the format that will eventually replace SD cards.

Fortte Glove Fit Leather Treo 650 Case Review 7/15/2006

Antoine Wright was sent a Treo 650 case by Fortte, a high style and quality case maker for mobile devices, and he gives his thoughts in this

Leaked Image and Details on Upcoming European Treo *Updated* 7/13/2006

What are supposed to be a picture and some specifications of a Treo smartphone that will debut in Europe this fall have appeared on several

A Small View of the State Of Mobile Computing 7/11/2006

A trip to his local library gives Antoine Wright some insight into the ways people are -- and aren't -- using mobile computing.

Apple At Least Considering an iPod Phone 7/11/2006

Although not proof that Apple, Inc. is going to release a phone/iPod hybrid, there is some new evidence that this company is thinking along

Palm's LifeDrive May Be Out of Production * UPDATED * 7/10/2006

While a rumor indicates that Palm has stopped production of its LifeDrive Mobile Manager, it's possible that many people are jumping to the

Microsoft Updates ActiveSync 7/6/2006

Microsoft has posted ActiveSync 4.2 on its web site -- a new version of its synchronization software for the latest Windows Mobile devices.

The Latest on the Samsung i770 7/5/2006

Some additional details have recently emerged on an upcoming Pocket PC clamshell phone from Samsung.

System Update for Nokia 770 Now Available 7/3/2006

Nokia has released a significant update for its Internet Tablet that bring support for Google's VoIP system.

Microsoft Unveils Its Unified Communications Plan 6/26/2006

Microsoft has released an overview of its plan for unified communications -- tying together email, instant messaging, mobile and VoIP teleph

Cingular 8125 Gets Microsoft Direct Push Update 6/17/2006

Cingular has released the MSFP Windows Mobile update that enables several features, most notably push email, for their 8125 smartphone.

DataViz Bringing Microsoft's Push Email Solution to Windows Mobile 2003 SE 6/12/2006

DataViz promised today to release software that will let older Pocket PCs use Microsoft's new push email system.

Head-to-Head Review of Navigation Software for Windows Mobile 6/12/2006

Three Pocket PC navigation applications are compared side by side: iGo, Mapopolis, and TomTom Navigator.

Taking Another Shake at the Pepper Pad 6/7/2006

Pepper Computer has announced a new version of its Internet-oriented mobile device, the Pepper Pad. So far this tablet-shaped model hasn't g

Mobile Tech News - CalliGrapher, Smart Remote, Atomic Cannon, and More 6/4/2006

CalliGrapher 8.3 for Windows Mobile Smart Remote Released by Rock Your Mobile New Version of Atomic Cannon Released for Windows Mobile

That Ol' PDA Is Still Good 5/27/2006

Brighthand's Antoine Write pulls an old iPAQ out of a drawer and is surprised by how usable it still is.

Mobile Tech News - Brighthand Memorial Day Sale, Garden State Raises the Bar, Samsung's UMPC Previewed, and More 5/24/2006

Brighthand's Memorial Day Sale Garden State Chooses Cingular Wireless Handmark's Pocket Express on the Motorola Q BlackBerry Connect fo

Safety First -- Three Simple Steps to Protect Your Devices and Data 5/23/2006

Well-known mobile device expert Alan Grassia gives some easy ways to prevent damage to your handheld or smartphone.

The Latest on Verizon's Version of the Treo 700p 5/17/2006

At the official announcement of the Treo 700p, Palm, Inc. said both Sprint and Verizon Wireless would be offering this smartphone. Yesterday

Sony May Be Throwing Its Hat Into the UMPC Ring 5/15/2006

Some pictures and specifications of what is supposedly going to be a very small portable computer from Sony have emerged on the Web.

Mobile Tech News - Deals from Astraware, World Cup Info, Calculator for Realtors, and More 5/13/2006

Club Astraware May-hem Sale Resco Releases Mobile Guide to the World Cup 2006 in GermanyRealtyJuggler Calculator for Realtors with Window

The Latest on the DualCore cPC 5/12/2006

Although DualCore is stressing the connectivity of its upcoming Windows Mobile/Windows XP computer, it now says this device will lack any ki

Mobile Tech News - Star Trek Is Coming, Treos in the Field, Palm Presentations in May, and More 5/9/2006

Star Trek Windows Mobile Smartphone Makes Its Way West Treos Getting More Work In the Field Palm Executive Management to Present at

Microsoft and Qualcomm Working to Make It Easier to Create Smartphones 5/4/2006

While the announcement that Windows Mobile will be ported to the Qualcomm Mobile Station Modem chipsets in reality this announcement is quit

Mobile Tech News - Opera Mini 2.0 Released, Encrypt Smartphone Conversations, PhatNotes Updated 5/3/2006

Opera 2.0 Mini Released SecureGSM SP Lets Users Encrypt Their Phone Conversations PhatNotes 4.7 Smartphone Edition Updated

Mobile Tech News - Pocket Tunes Update, LCDs as Cameras, BlackBerry Connect Down Under, And More 5/2/2006

Pocket Tunes Releases Update to Popular Palm OS Music Player Apple wants to make LCDs into camera BlackBerry Connect released by Telstra

TabletKiosk UMPC Shipping Delayed, Pre-Orders May Arrive Late 5/1/2006

As one of the very first UMPC models available, the TabletKiosk eo v7110 is a hot commodity. However it seems that some pre-ordered units wi

How to Import Data in Palm's Expense Application to a Mac OS X Computer 4/30/2006

Those using a Mac OS computer might have given up on the standard Expense application that comes with most Palm OS computers. Fortunately, t

Happy Belated Birthday, Pocket PC 4/28/2006

In this editorial, Ed Hardy, Brighthand's Editor-in-Chief, salutes the sixth anniversary of the launch of the Pocket PC.

Treo 700w Push Email Updater Once Again Available 4/28/2006

After pulling it last week, Palm, Inc. is once again offering a software update for the Treo 700w that lets companies deliver 'push' email t

Mobile Tech News - SlingPlayer Mobile Released, mOcean, PocketBible, Agendus Updates, and More 4/27/2006

SlingPlayer Mobile for Pocket PC v1.0 now available mOcean brings iPod-like functionality to Treos Laridian announces major update to Po

Nokia Unveils Three Innovative New S60 Smartphones 4/26/2006

Mobile phone giant Nokia has taken the wraps of three new smartphones in its consumer-targeted N series: the N93, N73, and N72. All of them

Mobile Tech News - Apple UMPC Rumors, Goodlink and PocketMirror Updates, Limited Edition FrogPad Black, and More 4/25/2006

New Apple UMPC Rumors The Latest Version of GoodLink offers enhanced usability and accessibility Chapura Updates PocketMirror Professional

Palm Explains Why the Treo 700w Email Update Was Pulled 4/25/2006

Palm has revealed the reason why it removed a recent software update for the Treo 700w from its web site.

The Latest on the Sidekick 3 4/24/2006

The FCC has given T-Mobile permission to release the next version of the Sidekick cellular-wireless handheld in the U.S. As a result, many o

Treo 700w Updater Pulled from Palm Web Site (Updated) 4/24/2006

Last week, a software update was released that allowed Microsoft Exchange servers to push email to the Treo 700w. This application has since

Mobile Tech News - BlackBerry 8700 on T-Mobile, Treo Used for Conference Data Collection, Update for MSN Direct 4/18/2006

The latest cellular-wireless handheld from RIM is now available from T-Mobile USA. Attendees at the World Health Care Congress are using

Averatec Pre-Announces UMPC-Type Device with Keyboard 4/13/2006

Although not technically a UMPC, an upcoming computer will sport most of the features of one, including a 5-inch screen and a keyboard.

Top-Level Domain Created for Mobile Devices 4/7/2006

Mobile Top Level Domain (mTLD) has announced that an Internet domain for mobile phones will debut next month.

Treo 700p Coming in Late May 4/5/2006

According to a new rumor, Palm's next smartphone will debut in just under two months.

Mobile Tech News - CNET's worst gadgets, Palm patents dual-mode screens, HTC Hermes 4/4/2006

CNET names "worst tech of 2006 (so far)" Palm Inc. patents dual-mode color/monochrome screens Details of HTC Hermes on T-Mobile Europe

What Does Palm Have on Its Plate for this Spring? (Updated) 4/4/2006

Palm, Inc. typically introduces new devices in the springtime, so rumors and speculation are flying as people try to figure out what handhel

New Treo Coming Later This Week? 4/3/2006

According to rumor, a new Palm OS smartphone will be unveiled in a few days at the CTIA tradeshow.

Mobile Tech News - Wi-Fi Battle, Sprint EVDO Upgrade, Wireless Broadband 3/31/2006

BellSouth to New Orleans: shut down free WiFi Sprint plans for EVDO Revision A Rogers Canada to offer 1.5 Mbit wireless broadband 1SRC mo

Possible Confirmation of Non-PalmSource Palm OS 3/30/2006

A web site claims to have definitive proof that Palm, Inc. is developing its own Linux-based operating system, separate from the one being c

Cingular Now Widely Offering Nokia 9300 Communicator 3/28/2006

A major U.S. cellular provider is finally going to offer one of Nokia's cellular-wireless handhelds to the general public.

The Latest on Palm's Upcoming Low-Cost Treo 3/28/2006

According to rumor, Palm is supposedly preparing a smartphone that, at its launch, will cost significantly less than previous Treos have.

Palm, Inc. Celebrates Its Tenth Birthday 3/28/2006

It was 10 years ago that Palm, Inc. released its first handheld computers. Since then, the company has gone through good times and bad, and

Brighthand and BargainPDA Create Leading Handheld Computing Website 3/27/2006

Brighthand.com and BargainPDA.com have combined to create one of the largest handheld computing focused sites on the web, bringing the lates

Palm Exec Refers Again to a Mysterious Third Product Category 3/24/2006

Jeff Hawkins continues to drop hints about his company's plans to introduce a new type of mobile device that's neither a handheld nor a smar

Palm Has Great Quarter, Promises Treo 700w Update, BlackBerry Support 3/23/2006

Palm had another great quarter, thanks almost entirely to the Treo family which accounted for 75% of Palm's revenue. Palm also talked up the

Treo Smartphones Push Palm Profits, Revenues Up (Updated) 3/23/2006

During its most recent financial quarter, success in the smartphone realm significantly increased both Palm, Inc.'s revenues and its profits

Possible Confirmation of Apple iPhone 3/23/2006

Supposedly, the fact that Apple is looking around for companies to produce its first mobile phone is an open secret in Taiwan.

PDA News - iPaq upgrade, hx4700 discontinued, Treo release date? 3/22/2006

OS upgrade for iPaq hx4700 finally listed iPaq hx4700 apparently discontinued Rumor: release date for Palm Treo 700p WiFi update for Palm

Another Possible Release Date for the Treo 700p 3/21/2006

A new rumors says that Palm's next Treo smartphone will debut in late May. But there are reasons to question this information.

The Latest on the iPAQ hx4700 Windows Mobile 5.0 Upgrade 3/21/2006

An HP web site says that an operating system upgrade for the iPAQ hx4700 will be available soon.

Palm Introduces Wi-Fi Security Update for the TX 3/17/2006

Palm is now offering a wireless security update for its the TX. This lets this handheld connect to networks protected by 802.1x-based securi

SplashData Names Morgan Slain As New CEO 3/16/2006

SplashData has picked a new CEO with experience at Mobile Digital Media, Palm, and The Walt Disney Company

Create Podcasts with a Pocket PC 3/16/2006

AudioBay is a new application that lets users create and publish a podcast with just a Pocket PC.

Nokia E Series Debuting Later this Month 3/15/2006

Nokia is on track to meet its self-imposed deadline and have three new business-oriented smartphones in consumers' hands by the end of this

PDA News - Free WiFi, BenQ won't take a hint, Push email alternative 3/14/2006

T-Mobile offers free WiFi on weekend to cell customers BenQ announces reheated P51 Pocket PC phone Alternative pseudo-push email system

What's Up With the New High-Capacity SD Format? 3/14/2006

This Learning Center article gives the details on a new memory card format that's going to replace the well-established SD card format.

Documents To Go Gets PDF-Related Update 3/13/2006

DataViz has introduced a small update to Documents To Go that includes new PDF-related features.

Samsung, Asus, and Founder UMPC Devices at CeBIT (pics) 3/9/2006

For those that have been in the dark for the past week, you might not have heard about the new Intel backed device that's being referred to

Palm Updates Cingular Treo 650 3/8/2006

Palm, Inc. has released a ROM update for the Cingular version of the Treo 650 smartphone. It includes a number of enhancements.

Intel Gives a Sneak Peek at Microsoft's Origami Project 3/8/2006

The official announcement of Microsoft's Origami Project isn't until tomorrow, but Intel has already given the world a look at some of the m

Sharp Announces Its Latest Handheld with a Microdrive 3/7/2006

Today, Sharp took the wraps off the Zaurus SL-C3200, its latest model with a built-in 6 GB hard-drive.

Pocket Watch Software Releases ActivePrint 4.5 3/6/2006

Pocket Watch Software has released an update for its mobile printing solution for Windows Mobile 5.0 devices.

Sony PSP Has Eyes on PDA Functions With Latest Firmware 3/3/2006

Sony's next firmware update for the PSP has owners in quite a froth. They've already unveiled a web browser, that's actually better than mos

Spb Software House Updates Spb Pocket Plus 3/3/2006

There is a new version of a very popular collection of system enhancements for Windows Mobile devices.

PhatWare Releases PhatNotes 4.7 2/27/2006

SanDisk Doubling Capacity of SD Card That's Also a USB Drive 2/27/2006

SanDisk has announced plans to release a 2 GB version of its SD memory card that can also can be used as a high-speed USB flash drive.

No Decision as to the BlackBerry's Fate 2/27/2006

A U.S. District Court judge has decided to postpone his decision on whether Research in Motion will be barred from offering its BlackBerry w

PDA News - Access platform pictures, RIM and NTP dig in, Palm Bluetooth headphones 2/26/2006

Pictures of upcoming Access Linux Platform? RIM and NTP dig in; chances of deal "slim" Bluetooth audio support for Palm OS Altoids USB ch

Confirmation of the Pocket Loox N560... Mostly 2/22/2006

Apparently, the Bluetooth Qualification Program has confirmed the existence of what will be the world's first GPS-enabled handheld with a VG

A Year with Fossil's Tech Watches -- Part 2 2/21/2006

A Year with Fossil's Tech Watches 2/21/2006

Staff Writer and long-time handheld user Shawn Barnett brings his experiences with Fossil's Palm OS-based Wrist PDA and one of its rivals us

PDA Market Stagnates - Playskool PDA Version 2 Delayed 2/20/2006

Back in May of 2004, I picked up Playskool's latest PDA for my young son. He really enjoyed the unit, even with some of its shortcomings, li

Cowgirl -- Master Your Lasso-Throwing Skills at Your Fingertips 2/17/2006

Intorine has released Cowgirl, a game in which you have to catch different kinds of prizes with your lasso.

HP Separates Handheld and Notebook Groups 2/16/2006

HP has announced that its handheld business will be a separate unit within the company's Personal Systems Group (PSG).

Seagate Announces 12 GB 1-Inch Hard Drive 2/15/2006

Seagate Technology has announced a microdrive with 12 GB of storage capacity.

ACCESS and PalmSource Announce the ACCESS Linux Platform 2/14/2006

ACCESS Co., Ltd., and its wholly owned subsidiary, PalmSource, Inc., today announced the ACCESS Linux Platform (ALP), the latest evolution o

PDA News - HP splits divisions, Palm splits stock, Access details platform plans 2/14/2006

HP splits handheld, laptop divisions Palm initiates 2 for 1 stock split Access details plans for future platform Rogers to deploy HSDPA

Samsung i320 Takes Aim at the Motorola Q 2/13/2006

Samsung doesn't want to be left out in the race for slimmest Smartphone. So get this, their new i320 is slimmer than the Motorola Q. It will

Say Goodbye to Fossil's PDA Watches (Updated) 2/9/2006

It appears Fossil has given up on all of its high-tech watches.

Further Confirmation of Pocket Loox's First Smartphones 2/8/2006

A report published in Asia discusses the upcoming Pocket Loox T800 series.

UPDATE - T-Mobile MDA and SDA Release Dates and Prices Revealed 2/7/2006

PC Mag has released what they call "reviews" for the new T-Mobile SDA and MDA. They also disclosed official release dates and pricing.

Run Palm OS Applications on the Treo 700w 2/6/2006

The latest version of StyleTap lets users run thousands of programs originally written for the Palm OS on the Windows Mobile-based Treo 700w

Motorola Q Not Cancelled, Just Really Late 2/3/2006

A report from Engadget citing a "highly reliable source" claims the Motorola Q is definitely coming to market but not until April. And that'

PhatWare Announces CalliGrapher 8.2 for Palm Treo 700w Smartphone 2/2/2006

PhatWare's handwriting recognition software for Windows Mobile-based devices is now optimized for use on models with square screens.

PDA News - New email patent lawsuit, $99 Treo, Treo 700w on Sprint? 2/1/2006

Visto sues Goodlink for patent infringement Treo 700w for $99 Report: Treo 700w on Sprint coming in February BenQ P50 still alive, sort o

Possible First Glimpse of the Treo 800p (Updated) 2/1/2006

Some possible details have emerged about Palm's first super-slim smartphone, code-named Hollywood.

Mark/Space to Release Universal Application Update to The Missing Sync for Palm OS 2/1/2006

The Missing Sync for Palm OS will be updated to support new Intel-based Macs.

i-mate To Offer HTC Prophet 1/30/2006

An online retailer has announced plans to offer a cellular-wireless Pocket PC that otherwise isn't widely available.

How to Take Great Photos of an Electronics Product with a Digital Camera 1/27/2006

Whether writing a review for web site or selling a used camera or product at an online auction site such as eBay, your photos should look th

HP Branded O2 XDA Atom, Possibly the iPAQ hw6800, Rumored to Have Been Seen in Person 1/26/2006

Wow, so that's quite the headline. Last week word came out that HP was working with Quanta to brand the compact O2 XDA Atom Smartphone. A fe

Palm Updates Sprint Treo 650 1/25/2006

Palm, Inc. has released a ROM update for the Sprint PCS version of the Treo 650 smartphone. It includes a number of enhancements.

Rumors Flying About Motorola Q (Updated) 1/23/2006

A recent rumor about a highly-anticipated smartphone is probably incorrect.

PDA News - Fabric keyboards, Irrational drivers, Apple rumors 1/22/2006

Company boasts fabric Bluetooth keyboard HP releases WM5 drivers before WM5 upgrade Apple rumors, episode 7 Nebula Award nominees as free

QinetiQ Committed To Developing Miniature Fuel Cells 1/20/2006

A research and development company based in the U.K. has set its sights on one of the Holy Grails of the mobile industry: a fuel cell small

Palm Updater 1.2 Released For Unlocked Treo 650 1/19/2006

Palm has released another update for their Treo 650 line. They deserve a good deal of credit for continually improving the platform, this ra

Handheld Text Entry Learning and Speed Testing Application 1/19/2006

TEXTTUTOR teaches typing and text entry on Palm OS handhelds.

Another System Software Update Released for Unlocked Treo 650 1/19/2006

Palm, Inc. has released a ROM update for the unlocked version of the Treo 650. It includes a number of enhancements.

Fictionwise Giving Away Nebula Award Nominated Stories 1/19/2006

As it does every year, Fictionwise is giving away copies of stories that are preliminary nominees for the prestigious Nebula Award from the

Latest Rumors on Apple's Smartphone Plans 1/19/2006

A trademark filing made by Apple, Inc. has set off another round of speculation that it plans to put out a mobile phone bearing its own bran

Palm Hires Ronald R. Rhodes as SVP of Global Operations 1/18/2006

Palm, Inc. has hired a new senior vice president of global operations.

HP to Release Branded O2 XDA-Atom Compact Smartphone 1/16/2006

According to a report from the Chinese newspaper The Commercial Times, HP will be releasing a branded version of the O2 XDA-Atom Smartphone.

PhatPad 3.0 Now Available 1/16/2006

PhatWare has updated its notes organizer for Pocket PCs that allows users to create notes with text, drawings, animation and audio

VITO SoundExplorer Updated to Windows Mobile 5.0 1/16/2006

The latest version of VITO SoundExplorer supports Windows Mobile 5.0, works more smoothly than ever, and has nicer looks.

Atomic Cannon Pocket Treads into Beta 1/14/2006

A beta of Atomic Cannon v2.5 is available for the Pocket PC.

PDA News - High demand for Treo, E-TEN G500, iPaq ROM update 1/13/2006

Treo 700w selling "above expectations" Possible specs, pic of E-TEN G500 HP releases iPaq 1955 ROM update

Epocrates Collaborates with Massachusetts General Hospital to Offer Unique Decision Support Tool 1/11/2006

Epocrates has launched the SxDx disease diagnosis and treatment reference and symptom assessment tool.

MobiForms 2.21 Released With Signature Capture 1/10/2006

MobiForms has added signature capture and sketching capabilities into the latest release of its rapid application development (RAD) tool.

HP Posts iPAQ rx1950 ROM Update 1/10/2006

HP has posted on its support web site a small system software update for the iPAQ rx1950.

Additional Information on the iPAQ hw6900 1/9/2006

Some additional information has turned up concerning HP's upcoming Pocket PC phone.

The New Sony Reader at CES - The Features you Don't Know About ! (pics, details) 1/8/2006

We checked out the new "Sony Portable Reader System" at the Sony booth on the CES floor. Due for release later this spring, the new PRS-500

DualCor Demonstrating cPC 1/6/2006

DualCor Technologies has officially announced the cPC, an upcoming device that will run both Windows Mobile and Windows XP.

Replacement for SD Cards in Development (Updated) 1/6/2006

The SD Card Association is putting together the specs on a memory card format that offers higher-capacity than today's SD cards.

HiCalc - Your Trusted Calculator 1/6/2006

PPCLINK has introduced HiCalc, a new calculator for Pocket PC users. This can handle everything from statistics and Trigonometry to Biorhyth

Dell Updates Axim X51 System Software 1/5/2006

Dell has posted on its support web site a pair of ROM updates for the Axim X51 and X51v.

Verizon Now Offering EV-DO Compatible XV6700 1/4/2006

In a theme for today, Verizon Wireless is introducing another EV-DO compatible Pocket PC with a built-in keyboard.

Garmin Announces Its Latest Palm OS Handheld (Updated) 1/3/2006

Garmin has taken the wraps off the iQue 3000, the most recent addition to its line of Palm-powered handhelds with integrated GPS receivers.

VITO ButtonMapper Integrates TaskSwitcher and PopupClock 1/3/2006

Task switching and time checking have been integrated into VITO ButtonMapper.