Mobile Tech News -- Astraware Solitaire, Live the Pirate Life, Smartphone Releases

Astraware Solitaire Offers Twelve Games in One

Astraware has released its version of the classic card game Solitaire.This includes twelve of the most-popular versions, like Klondike, Pyramid, Spider, and Freecell. In addition, each game has custom gameplay options to allow people to have their favorite variation on the standard rules.

Astraware Solitaire is available for handhelds and smartphones running the Garnet OS and Windows Mobile for Pocket PC and Smartphone

The game will normally sell for $19.95, but Astraware is taking $10 off the regular price until June 30. It can be purchased on this company's web site.

Arrr Maties! Corsairs for Palm OS Do Be Released

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Corsairs is a new pirate-themed RPG for the Palm OS/Garnet OS created by ahsirg's software.

Features of this game include:

• 960-by-1280-pixel playing map
• command four different ships classes
• plunder enemy ships in naval battles
• fencing skills in one-on-one sword duels

This game is currently available for $9 at its developer's web site. A demo version is also available.

BlackBerry 8800 Released in Chile

Entel PCS and RIM have recently introduced the BlackBerry 8800 in Chile.

“With the launch of the Blackberry 8800, Entel PCS clients will be the first in Chile to be able to count on this advanced technology. Since it incorporates GPS functionality, users will be able to access applications and services based on satellite locations,” said Carlos Rodriguez, the products and services manager for Entel PCS, .

Brighthand's review of this smartphone offers a more complete overview of its features.

Palm Treo 750 Debuts on the SMART Network in the Philippines

The Palm Treo 750 is now available on the SMART network in the Philippines. This Windows Mobile smartphone runs on this carrier's high-speed HSDPA wireless broadband network.

More information on the Palm Treo 750 is available at www.palm.com.