Upgrading the Motorola Q

I have gone ahead and upgrade my Moto Q to the recent upgrade. The following is what some of the features it enabled. Read on for a step by step screen shot of my Upgrade Process.

The MOTO Q software update is focused on enabling enhanced enterprise functionality and expanded connectivity. 

• The enhanced enterprise functionality is centered on the Windows Mobile Messaging and Security Feature Pack (MSFP). MSFP, together with Microsoft Exchange 2003 (SP2), includes Direct Push Technology, global address book lookup and enhanced mobile device management and security, including the ability to remotely wipe data from devices and options for stronger encryption of data.
• MOTO Q connectivity is expanded with the addition of Dial-up Networking (DUN) capabilities.  Users can have broadband-like EVDO download speeds on their laptop by using their MOTO Q as a wireless modem via USB or Bluetooth for an additional fee. For information on how to setup DUN users can visit www.motoqwiki.com.
• The software update also enables improved browser navigation as well as other improvements.

You can download this for free at  www.hellomoto.com/update.

Read on for a step by step screen shot of my Upgrade Process.

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VaJa — The Innovation Continues

Vaja is proud to announce the release of a new design for the Motorola RAZR V3 & V3i:
 

Stripes‘ funky design boasts all the features of the authentic Vaja leather suit, such as speaker mesh protector, camera cutout and easy access to all functions. Fully personalizable and made from genuine high quality Argentine leather.

 

Available for Moto Razr V3 & V3i, only at http://www.vajacases.com

           

What’s the deal with Handango?

$6.95 "download protection fee", you gotta be kidding me. I have been a long time user of handango and have never had a problem with them in the past, until today!!  Four months ago I went on a little software spree and bought four titles within a month. Everything went great, the software downloaded fine, and I went on with my business.  Today I had to re-download a title from the spree so I logged in to my control panel, went to recent purchases and much to my dismay, was hit with a screen asking me to pay a $6.95 download protection fee to re-download my software. W.T.H is going on with that??? I can’t help but feel like I am being ripped off!

So, due to this money hungry action I will no longer be doing business with Handango! I know of plenty of other sites (pocketgear.com) that take great care of their customers, and I will be giving them my busiiness from now on.

Good Luck Handango, i know I am not the only one who is upset about this.

 

           

Let’s Talk About One Hand Navigation

Have you ever wanted to give some input into developments on technology you love and use? Well, here is your chance, Microsoft’s Mobile Dev Team wants to talk about One Hand Navigation!

"I’ve really enjoyed all the insightful responses to Scott’s “what features would you spend your $100 on?” entry.  Thank you for your passion around our product.  One feature request that kept coming up was “better one hand navigation.”  I’d like to have some discussion on this subject and better understand what you’re asking for there.  I’m going to make some assumptions, give some information, and then ask for clarification on what you’re looking for."

Jump over the the Windows Mobile Team Blog and make your voice heard!

           

Live College Football on Mobile ESPN

In a first for the U.S. market, the struggling Mobile ESPN network is offering live and complete football games for viewing on cell phones.

The service will offer subscribers up to 25 games per month from ESPN and ESPN2, starting with Florida State vs. Miami on September 4, and will run throughout the 2006 college football season. The games also will be shown on air and on the ESPN360 broadband channel.

Reuters article here

           

Mobility Guys Podcast #8

Right Click to Download the MP3

In this episode of the MobilityGuys show we talk with Tyler Welch from Microsoft about the MVP program and we go on to discuss the upcoming Zune player from Microsoft as well as DRM in general with talk about some of the different music services out there for downloading music.

Visit Mobilityguys.com for links and show notes

           

MobiControl v3.04

SOTI’s Award Winning Mobile Device Management Software Solution !!

The Best Mobile Device Management Software at the Best Price
MobiControl provides organizations with the tools they need to centrally manage and support their mobile field force. MobiControl is a next generation Mobile Device Management solution built on SOTI’s Award Winning Technology.

Product Features Include: Centralized Management Console, Automated Provisioning of data/software, Real-Time Remote Control, Helpdesk Support and Troubleshooting Tools, Device Security, Automatic monitoring and correction of problems, Software/Hardware Inventory Management, Messaging, Reporting and a whole lot more.
MobiControl – The Right Choice:

Best-of-breed Award Winning Technology

Extensive Functionality

Highly Scalable Architecture

Premiere Service

Easy to Setup and Configure

Minimal Cost
For more information please visit us at http://www.soti.net

           

New Version of Soti Pocket Controller

The best selling productivity software for your mobile device just got a whole lot better
With features such as Real-time Remote Control, Presentation tools, Device Skins, File Explorer Tool, Task Manager, System Information, Screen Capture and Printing, Pocket Controller-Professional is the “must have” productivity tool for every Pocket PC and Smartphone user.

New Features Include:

Complete support for Windows Mobile 5 Pocket PC and Smartphone devices

Skins for Windows Mobile 5 devices, e.g. Palm Treo 700W, Motorola Q

And a whole lot more…
For more information please visit us at http://www.soti.net

           

Untie Me! USB goes Wireless!

The race is over as Y-E Data Inc., a Japanese company, will make a wireless USB hub available to the public in October. Belkin was in the race as well as other companies to be the first out with this exciting technology. USB can connect a multitude of devices to your computer, but that means a multitude of wires and USB hubs connecting them. This technology promises to untie us. If you’ve ever tried to move your computer just to access the rear panel, you know how difficult that can be. So this technology is sure to be a winner and a great profit-maker for the company that can deliver it.

This hub uses UWB (ultra wideband) wireless technology. The data transfer rate can be up to 100 mbps over a 10 meter distance. This hub will be available first in Japan for $200. Hopefully it will come down in price quickly by the time it comes to the US.

           

Final TextMaker Beta

This is a terrific opportunity to try TextMaker to see its potential.  This is a “must have” program for me…I think you will agree after you try it.

Now available… the final beta (”release candidate”) of TextMaker
2006 for Pocket PCs. This beta can be used until September 30, 2006, and the release version of TextMaker will be available well before that.

If you already have a previous beta, you don’t need to register again.
Instead, go directly to http://www.softmaker.net/down/tmpw06beta.exe
to download the new beta; just use your existing beta serial number.

If you want to download the beta for the first time, please register so that you receive a free serial number which is required for installation:

http://www.softmaker.com/english/tmp06_en.htm

           

Yahoo finally goes mobile with Go Mobile

Now, your life goes where you go! Introducing Yahoo! Go – a new suite of products and services for your PC, mobile phone and even your TV.Yahoo! Go allows you to access the information and content that is important to you on whatever device you choose. So wherever you go, your photos, your music, your email, – your life – is right there with you. Ready to go"

I came across a new offering from Yahoo today that offers integration of your entire Yahoo life!! It gives you contacts, address book, messenger, games and more in a very nice package. So far I have only played around with the messenger function and the games but I plan on repoting back with a review shortly.

Until then check it out and download it here!

           

Tom Tom Navigator 6 Released

The wait is over. TomTom NAVIGATOR 6 for PDA is finally out!

"TomTom, a leading navigation solution provider, today (30 Aug, ‘06) announces the launch of its new integrated solution for PDA’s and smartphones – TomTom NAVIGATOR 6, the ideal solution for customers who need their PDA or smartphone and navigation system integrated in one personal device."

Key New Features
Users of NAVIGATOR 6 can also take advantage of TomTom’s innovative desktop software application TomTom HOME, which enables users to easily manage, download, store and transfer content and services to their device. TomTom HOME is compatible with both a PC and MAC.

TomTom NAVIGATOR 6 also includes TomTom’s innovative TomTom Buddies service, enabling authorised TomTom users to locate each other and send instant messages*.

TomTom will unveil both a regional and European version of NAVIGATOR 6. The regional version will come with detailed maps of a customer’s country or region, as well as including the major roads in Western Europe, for seamless cross border navigation. The European version features complete door-to-door navigation anywhere in Western Europe.

Release Notes
Product Page (USA/Canada)
Feature List

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Motorola Releases software update for Motorola Q

The MOTO Q software update is focused on enabling enhanced enterprise functionality and expanded connectivity. 

• The enhanced enterprise functionality is centered on the Windows Mobile Messaging and Security Feature Pack (MSFP). MSFP, together with Microsoft Exchange 2003 (SP2), includes Direct Push Technology, global address book lookup and enhanced mobile device management and security, including the ability to remotely wipe data from devices and options for stronger encryption of data.
• MOTO Q connectivity is expanded with the addition of Dial-up Networking (DUN) capabilities.  Users can have broadband-like EVDO download speeds on their laptop by using their MOTO Q as a wireless modem via USB or Bluetooth for an additional fee. For information on how to setup DUN users can visit www.motoqwiki.com.
• The software update also enables improved browser navigation as well as other improvements.

You can download this for free at  www.hellomoto.com/update.

           

Palm Engineering Samples Pics on PDACafe

 

Some interesting photos in the forums at PDACafe….if you have an interest.

HTC Innovation said:

Palm Treo 750
Codename: Lennon
My pleasure to share this photos with all mypdacafe members.
I got approval to post this engineering set.
Hope i got approval to post others engineering set that i am holding now, so that i can share it with u guys.

Check it out here

           

Stolen smart phones scream to be found

Joris Evers from CNET News.com put up a story on a new service that can remotely make a smart phone emit a “high-pitched wail” so it can be found after it has been stolen or misplaced.

What a “cool” idea….can you imagine “that ear-piercing ring you hear in a restaurant might not be somebody who forgot to set their cell phone to vibrate” but rather someone who stole a phone. 

A new service called Mobile Manager, from Synchronica, can remotely make a Windows Mobile-based handset emit an “annoying and embarrassing high-pitched wail,” so it can be found after it has been stolen or misplaced.

Check it out here: Stolen smart phones scream to be found