Review: ProClip has the solution!
Posted by Jack Cook on 11/14/08 in Accessories, Mobilitysite Reviews
Having the right mounting solution for my device has always been an issue. Some solutions are too big; others are too cheaply made and most are just “universal” mounts that fit a variety of devices. They are OK, in fact I got one years ago that was adjustable and has served me well but the biggest issue I had was that it was mounted from my windshield.
Why was that an issue? It always created a little restriction in my line of site and over time, the suction cup would eventually lose its grip and the device would fall and usually that would happen as I was driving down the highway. So it was time to look for an alternative.
This summer I had a friend visit me in Maine and he had the ProClip solution in his car; using a mount for his dedicated GPS and one for his HTC Tilt. I was impressed! It was well made, sturdy and just looked great; so I decided to check out the available options for the devices I use every day.
Have You Updated Your AT&T Palm Treo 750 to WM6?
If you have NOT updated your Palm 750 to WM6 then you need to think about doing it because the upgrade is about to expire on 10/31/2008. Customers who want this update must download it before the October expiration date.
So why update? Quite frankly it is so much better and your user experience will be greatly enhanced.
You will get fast mobile wireless broadband 3G HSDPA speeds as well as improved calendar functions, improved security and Windows Vista compatibility.
To access the software update and installation instructions, visit Customer Support at http://www.palm.com/750updateatt
Palm Treo Pro Review
Dieter Bohn from WMExperts has put together one terrific review of the NEW Palm Treo Pro that is well worth reading if you have a desire for a great Windows Mobile 6.1 device.
In part, Deiter said:
The Treo Pro is easily Palm’s best Treo yet. It finally hits all of the feature checkmarks that users have been clamoring for and does it in a way that’s well-integrated with the hardware. Where other smartphones have a tendency to just throw hardware onto a device and leave out making it easy to use, the Treo Pro rarely feels awkward.
Just as importantly, the Treo Pro is the first Treo in a long time to sport a thin and sexy form factor compared to other devices on the market. From the packaging to the look to build quality to feature set to battery life, the Treo Pro is a real winner and doesn’t feel like it’s a year behind the smartphone curve.
Take the time to click the link and read what Dieter had to say especially if you are looking for a device that has great build quality, ease of use for one handed operation, some very cool hardware design touches and most importantly some great device specs.
Platypus from Astraware
Platypus - the squishiest shoot-em-up ever now available for S60, UIQ and BlackBerry smartphones!
Following a release for Palm OS and Windows Mobile devices earlier this year, Astraware and Idigicon are excited to announce the release of Platypus for 3 more smartphone platforms. The squishiest shoot-em-up ever is now available for S60, UIQ and BlackBerry smartphones worldwide, including the new BlackBerry Bold!
Based on the cult classic for PC and Mac, Platypus is a fast, frantic and fun side-scrolling arcade shooter with a difference - the entire game is made from clay!
A Long Time Coming. The Treo 700wx Gets An Update
Posted by Jack Cook on 09/12/08 in Palm, Verizon Wireless
Chris posted back in June that the Ancient Treo to get Windows Mobile 6 will get an update. It has been a long time coming and I can imagine there are a few folks that ditched their 700wx to get a 6.0 device and now they find out that they could have had it if they waited a little longer.
Well, it is here and those of you that still have a desire to get the most from your treasured 700wx then check out the support site to get the Treo 700wx Updater 1.24 for Verizon Wireless smartphones.
Palm Treo 800w Review
Posted by breley on 09/5/08 in Cell Carriers, Companies, Devices, Frontpage Tabs, Mobilitysite Reviews, Operating Systems, Palm, Pocket PC Phones, Sprint, Windows Mobile 6.1
I’ve got a little confession to make: I’m one of the unwashed masses who has never handled a Treo device before. I was tempted last year by the Treo 700wx when I was looking for a suitable upgrade path for my Motorola V3m, but decided in favor of the Samsung SCH-i760, the only Pocket PC phone with Windows Mobile 6 available from Verizon at the time. In any case, permit this neo-Treo user to share his thoughts on the new Treo 800wx Pocket PC phone via Sprint.
Read on for more information on this new Windows Mobile offering from Palm.
Treo 800w USB and Battery Charging Update
There is an update available for the Treo 800w for USB and battery charging. It is designed to address the following:
USB
If your device fails to detect any of the in-box USB accessories such as the power adapter, headset or sync cable, this update will resolve most of the detection issues.
Battery charging
When plugged into the charger, the device may not charge a completely discharged battery. This scenario is most likely to happen if you leave a dead battery for a few days before trying to charge it in the device.
If the device will not turn on to install the update, you should “trickle charge” the battery by connecting your device to a PC via the USB sync cable. The device will charge slowly by using the PC’s power. When the device’s battery indicator shows 25% charged, you can proceed to install the update.
This update is highly recommended for all Treo 800w devices.
Effect of resets
If you install the Treo 800w USB and Battery Charging Update and perform a soft reset no action is necessary. The Treo 800w USB and Battery Charging Update remains installed after a soft reset.
If you install the Treo 800w USB and Battery Charging Update and perform a hard reset, you will need to re-install the Treo 800w USB and Battery Charging Update.
You can get the Treo 800w USB and Battery Charging Update here.
Review: Palm Treo Pro
I read this review this morning on WMExperts as I was traveling from Maine to Vermont on a quick trip and wanted to pass it on because it was a great review. As many of you know, the Treo Pro is the latest addition from Palm featuring Windows Mobile. We can expect it in the US later this Fall in an unlocked, non-carrier-subsidized form for $549. Clearly a business user device, it has some great features that you just might like and I believe that those of you that love Palm’s form factor will love it no matter what you use a device for.
So what do the folks at WMExperts think about this new entry from Palm?
The Treo Pro is easily Palm’s best Treo yet. It finally hits all of the feature checkmarks that users have been clamoring for and does it in a way that’s well-integrated with the hardware. Where other smartphones have a tendency to just throw hardware onto a device and leave out making it easy to use, the Treo Pro rarely feels awkward.
Just as importantly, the Treo Pro is the first Treo in a long time to sport a thin and sexy form factor compared to other devices on the market. From the packaging to the look to build quality to feature set to battery life, the Treo Pro is a real winner and doesn’t feel like it’s a year behind the smartphone curve.
It is a well done review that you will enjoy reading. You can check it out here at WMExperts.
Insaniquarium Deluxe for Palm & Windows Mobile
Astraware and PopCap Games, Inc. are excited to announce the release of one of PopCap’s flagship titles for Palm OS and Windows Mobile smartphones. Insaniquarium Deluxe offers hours of frantic aquarium fun as you feed your fish, watch them grow and protect them from alien invaders!
Insaniquarium Deluxe is the craziest aquarium game ever - tend to your fish and keep them happy and they’ll reward you with precious coins and jewels. Use the money you earn to buy upgrades for your tank or egg parts which hatch lots of different in-tank pets with special powers. These pets can help you feed your fish, collect coins, or even protect against the aliens that will invade your tank and wreak havoc. You can also use the money you earn to buy better weapons to see the aliens off quicker!
Insaniquarium Deluxe includes 3 fun ways to play:
Adventure - keep your fish healthy and protect them from aliens through 4 fun aquarium stages each with multiple levels of mayhem; Time Trial - feed your fish and fight off the alien invaders to make as much money as possible against the clock. A new time trial is unlocked as you complete each stage in Adventure Challenge - once you’ve mastered Adventure, face the ultimate challenge as you feed your fish and try to protect them from ever increasing alien attacks. The challenge ends when the last fish is zapped!
Insaniquarium Deluxe is available for Palm OS 5 smartphones and PDAs with at least a 320×320 screen, and for smartphones and PDAs running Windows Mobile 2003 and later. For more information, to try and to buy, visit http://www.astraware.com/insaniquariumdlx.
Palm Treo 800w - Review
There is a nice review of the Palm Treo 800w over at Mobile Tech Review that you might want to read. I have loved the Palm form factor and have been excited to see and use the new 800w. There is no question in my mind that the one-handed and overall usability of Palm devices is the best.
It is a “competitive phone with GPS, WiFi and EVDO along with a few goodies like Sprint TV. These days, the market is crowded with amply endowed WinMo phones, and the Treo doesn’t stand out or raise the bar. It’s likely audience will be those who are already sold on the Palm usability experience and the Treo’s good ergonomics. The 800w does have one advantage over its keyboarded Windows Mobile competition on Sprint (the HTC Mogul and the Treo 700wx): twice as much memory. That’s an important point for power users who want to run several applications simultaneously.”
Two Million Centro Smartphones Sold
Palm is happy today …. they have sold over 2 million Centro’s and counting!
Clearly the Centro has been a success for those that want more than the traditional mobile phone. Users are upgrading because they want more functionality and the Centro offers that for them. Little things like a low price point of $99 has been a huge factor but there are other key aspects as well including availability. The Centro is now available to consumers in over 25 countries and close to 20 carriers worldwide; in the U.S., Centro is available on the three largest carriers, Sprint, AT&T and Verizon Wireless.
At CES is past January I had the opportunity to try it out for a little while and it was an impressive little device. It was small, fast and was able to perform all those tasks that most folks do easily.
Check out the Centro smartphone here.
Treo 800w Voice Dialing … coming soon
Posted by Jack Cook on 07/27/08 in Fuzesite, Pocket PC Phones
Here is a great feature for those that have (or are getting) the Palm Treo 800w. Voice Dialing Over Bluetooth will be available soon as a download from this page: Treo 800w Voice Dialing Update. You might want to bookmark it so you can return to this page in the coming days for the download and details.
Palm Treo 800w Hands On Photos
Posted by Chris Leckness on 07/14/08 in Palm, Sprint
The Palm Treo 800w may have showed up on Sprint’s Website yesterday, but the device showed up at my office late last week. I’ve had a little time to play/test the phone and so far, so good. I am uploading a 20 Minute video unboxing and 1st look right now too, so make sure to check back later.
Pros and Cons and More photos after the jump…
Palm and Sprint Introduce the Treo 800w Smartphone
Latest Windows Mobile Treo from Sprint Provides a Fast, Feature-rich, Out-of-the-box Experience
Palm, Inc. and Sprint today introduced the Palm Treo 800w, Sprint’s newest smartphone with Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional. Designed for business users who depend on their smartphones for high-speed productivity on the go, the Palm Treo 800w operates on the Sprint Mobile Broadband Network(1) and comes out of the box with support for EV-DO Rev. A data speeds, WiFi for data and GPS capabilities.(2)
The Treo 800w is Palm’s most business-friendly phone yet. IT departments can simplify infrastructure and lower costs with a direct connection to Microsoft Exchange Server, giving users up-to-date email, contacts, calendars and access to other productivity applications. Palm designed the Treo 800w for easy-to-use mobility with a full QWERTY keyboard, five-way navigation and one-touch buttons to the most-used applications, making it a smartphone people want to use.
The Proof of the Pudding is the Picture …
… and Engadget Mobile got the picture! That’s right folks and this picture was “in the wild” as they say and so if you are a Sprint user you can start thinking about that upgrade.
