NEW Samsung Omnia Case from Vaja
Posted by Jack Cook on 11/28/08 in Accessories
Here is a holiday gift that you can get for yourself if you have a Samsung Omnia!
Vaja has a NEW ivolution leather case for the Samsung Omnia. This new case allows either outside and inside color customization. ivolution Leather case MSRP $ 75
Check out this new addition to Vaja Leather Products here!
HTC Touch Pro Arrives at Verizon
Posted by Jack Cook on 11/24/08 in Verizon Wireless
Decisions … Decisions … Decisions
I’ve pretty much decided on what my next device will be and the question now is where do I want to get my service from. Now that Verizon has added the Touch Pro to it stable of devices, the decision has become harder. Having the performance and functionality of a device with Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional coupled with the a slide–out QWERTY keyboard, a 5–way navigation key and the extras that HTC adds with the Touch Flo interface, this is pretty much as close to a perfect device for my needs.
Having the advantage of Wi–Fi connectivity, Bluetooth, the ability to tether as well as enjoy my music and videos along with the myriad of “must have” applications I use everyday will be thoroughly enjoyed with the Touch Pro and with the strong Verizon network …. this could be the one!
Spb Keyboard 4.0
Posted by Jack Cook on 11/12/08 in Press Releases
Spb Software, world’s leading Windows Mobile software developer releases Spb Keyboard 4.0 - an award-winning on-screen keyboard, which works great with the stylus, but is optimized for typing text with one’s bare hands. Created back in 2002, Spb Full Screen Keyboard pioneered in the finger-friendly approach to interfacing with a mobile device, and in its six years of market presence, proved to be a bestseller with the end-users, and a hit with the device manufacturers (recently seen as a customization enhancement in Toshiba Portege G810.
Skyfire - You need to try it
A month ago, Chris posted that Skyfire (was) Open to Everyone but it had a short window of opportunity but NOW it is open again for everyone. If you have not tried Skyfire yet, you need to do so. Simply put, it is an amazing experience. I was fortunate to get in on the early beta program in the beginning of the year and have been truly amazed with the experience. Now you too can try it because Skyfire is giving Windows Mobile smartphone users everywhere an opportunity to take the latest beta version and test it out.
Skyfire is free and it will allow you to experience the internet like you do on your PC. Imagine, you can have the same experience on your mobile phone that you have at home … how cool is that? It’s “The Web”, not some mobile web.
The 0.8 beta of Skyfire is now available for smartphones running Windows Mobile 5.0 and 6.0 and you folks that run Symbian don’t worry, your version for Series 60 phones is coming very soon!
Resco Pocket Radio for Windows Mobile Updated!
Resco announced today the availability of a brand new version of its award winning Resco Pocket Radio application for the Pocket PC platform. Version 1.90 now fully supports Bluetooth stereo head-sets and thus allows users to listen and tune into thousands of Internet radio stations cable free.
Moreover, with the new version it is possible to install a touch-optimized player to the Today Plugin and operate the radio directly from there. Easy radio importing, scheduled recording and a very friendly user interface are some of the many other features that made Resco Pocket Radio a sought-after application.
Features in Resco Pocket Radio v1.90
Support of Bluetooth stereo head-sets (A2DP, AVRCP)
Today Plugin player
List of thousands Internet radios
Easy radio import
Scheduled recording
Support of MP3 and Ogg Vorbis formats
Pricing and Availability
The latest version costs USD 19.95 and can be found at: http://www.resco.net/pocketpc/radio/default.asp.
Talk Like a Pirate Day
Pick Up Some Bargain Booty with Astraware’s Talk Like a Pirate Day Sale!
Avast me hearties!!! Friday 19th September is International Talk Like a Pirate Day and the Astraware Team is celebratin’ once again! ARRR!
To celebrate with us, get your hands on some fine booty - 6 of the best pirate/nautical/treasure games on very special offer for just 24 hours with more than 50% off each!
Save several dubloons off the price of Tradewinds, Tradewinds 2, Hidden Expedition Titanic, Seven Seas, Bubble Babble, and Golden Skull, but don’t delay - at the stroke of midnight the offer ends! Don’t be a scurvy landlubber, get yourself along to http://www.astraware.com/promo/tlapd08
A word from Captain Redbeard Tomlinson: “Yarrr, these games be great for when ye’ve been marooned and the rum’s run out!”
Don’t forget - Friday 19th September - Yo Ho Ho!
A Cool File Explorer Extension
This freeware by Hou Ming is a very cool (and very small) add on for File Explorer that adds a lot of missing features that will enhance your ability to work with files on your device.
Here are some of the fantastic “must have” features it adds:
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Resizable header for easy sorting by file name, date of last modification or size
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Tree view of folders; you can now jump easily from a location to any other on your device in one step
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Icon view that enables the display of files as icons similar to your desktop computer
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Real time image preview; now you don’t have to open several files in order to send the one you desire
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Show extension option for those who ask themselves the same question I do: “What type of file is this?
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Open with Program allows you easily select an application to open the specific file you select (useful in case you don’t have the correct file associations or when you want Album app to open your images instead of Windows default picture viewer.
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File property context menu for easy renaming and attribute changing
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Open all executables with Parameters in case you need a special parameter when launching an application
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Sending shortcut to Programs for instant shortcut creation of executables placed directly in Programs folder in Start Menu.
You can get File Explorer Extension v.2.03 here at xda-developers
via WMExperts
Youtubeplay 1.0.0.7 - FREE and Terrific!
Posted by Jack Cook on 09/6/08 in Pocket PC Phones, Software
This is one terrific YouTube player application that is very similar to the latest CorePlayer. You can search for videos in a nice friendly Windows Mobile app and then it plays the full FLV video (not miniscule MPEG4 versions) with its own player.
Because of the way it was written, you need the .net runtime, v2 or v3.5: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d…displaylang=en
The video player overlay is hacked out of TCPMP and the FLV part is based on FFMPEG.
Download Latest Version (v1.0.0.7) from here
MobileMonger
How’s your memory? Are you always concerned about what is available? Do you wonder just how it is being used? Here is a neat program that I found over at PocketNow via WMExperts that will tell you everything you need to know on how your device’s memory is being used in a graphical format that is very clear.
From the author:
I recently got a HTC Diamond device and have been very happy with it. One of the first things I did was load it up with all sorts of applications. Even though the device has a 4GB Internal Storage card, if you are not careful about where you install things you can run out of Main Memory very fast.
When running out of Main Memory I wondered what was using it. If you hit the link provided in the Windows Mobile memory settings screen it takes you to an explorer window that shows you all files greater than 64kb. In Windows CE 1.0 this was probably helpful, but they don’t seem to have updated it since.
The usual tool I use for this job on the PC is the last free version of Space Monger. I tried to point SpaceMonger at my phone through ActiveSync WMDC but found since its not a real redirection SpaceMonger couldn’t do it. So I wrote an equivalent for Windows Mobile - MobileMonger.
Download:
- Just the CAB - I know what what I’m doing.
- Windows Installer for ActiveSync/WMDC.
You may need .NET Compact Framework 3.5 if you don’t have it already.
Resco Keyboard Pro
Now with 60+ new skins and 25% off!
Shortly after being introduced on the market, Resco Keyboard PRO v5.0 became the most popular keyboard for Pocket PC devices. The powerful Thumb and Correction modes proved that the best software input method is stylus free.
Resco Keyboard Pro is literally a handy multi-skin keyboard. Immediately after Resco Keyboard PRO v5.0 was released, users all over the globe started to create new skins that would perfectly fit individual needs. Resco highly values such effort and therefore it organized the Best Skin Contest. During a one month period, a total number of 52 high quality skins were added. No matter whether you like to type with your fingers or with a stylus, you will definitely find a skin which you can really enjoy!
Features in Resco Keyboard Pro:
- 60+new skins available for download
- easier addition of own skins
- thumb mode
- correction mode
- preview mode
- less memory usage
- multi-language keyboard support
- sound addition with the possibility to add any sound
Check it out here at RESCO
Skype 2.2 for Windows Mobile
Posted by Jack Cook on 08/1/08 in Pocket PC Phones, Smart Phones, Software
We talked about Skype beta 2.2 oh so long ago (December 2006) but now you can get the just released newest full version here.
Skype 2.2 for Windows Mobile Premium (Pocket PC)
Supports Windows Mobile 6.1
Download now Version: 2.2.0.45 Release date: July 31, 2008
Are you an advanced user? You can also download the .cab file.
Skype 2.2 for your Windows Mobile Standard (Smartphone)
Download now Version: 2.2.0.44 Release date: May 9, 2008
Are you an advanced user? You can also download the .cab file.
Important information
- You need a minimum 12MB of free storage memory on your device to install Skype or 6MB free if you are installing from a memory card.
- In order to use Skype for Windows Mobile, your device must have a high speed wireless Internet connection over WiFi or 3G.
- Please note that data usage costs apply for using Skype over 3G mobile networks (EDGE, EV-DO and UMTS), so we recommend an unlimited data plan.
- Please refer to your manual to see whether you have the Pocket PC or Smartphone edition.
Visit Skype here
Windows Mobile Total Access
“Windows Mobile Total Access”: Total makeover of Windows Mobile Owners Circle
Windows Mobile Owners Circle was first launched in 2007. As of June 26th, Windows Mobile Owners Circle has been changed to a new program - Windows Mobile Total Access.
What has changed? They listened to what users wanted. Based on the feedback, they decided to provide ease of use of the web site, premium help with more tips as well as more diverse contents such as ringtones, games and themes.
Benefits are as follows:
More ringtones, extras, and add-ons
When you want to personalize your phone, there are simple things you can do for maximum impact. Total Access helps you make your phone uniquely your own..
How: Free, exclusive and limited ring tones, themes wallpapers and detailed but instructions on how to find, set and use these assets
Tips, premium help & how-to (for FREE!)
Total Access helps familiarize you with all the things your Windows Mobile phone can do, plus gives you access to premium help and support from user forums and other experts when you have questions.
How: Customized and premium help and how to content from Microsoft and 3rd parties; help forums seeded and moderated by Microsoft MVPs
Your Windows Mobile phone does a lot—and can be even further enhanced. Total Access offers free games and is your guide to the software and services that help you get even more from your phone.
How: Free, exclusive and limited interactive games, Media Applications (Viigo, Zumboi), Software (e.g.Photo contacts) and access to Microsoft mobile services and offers
Check it out and let them know what you think!
Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 First Impressions … WOW!
Posted by Jack Cook on 06/16/08 in Pocket PC Phones, Sony Ericsson
Looks like the Boy Genius Report got their hands on the XPERIA by Sony Ericsson and their first impressions are WOW! Great specs from your local flavor of UMTS/HSDPA, to an optical joystick, to the 800×480 VGA screen, and they loved the “cool funky notification lights”!
They say they can’t wait to play with a final production unit so I guess you would have to assume that they were impressed. Are there flaws? Yup but you will just have to wait for their review to find out about them but in the meantime, check out their picture gallery by clicking on the picture above.
PhatNotes 5.3 for Windows based PCs and Smartphones
Award-winning notes software now optimized for Windows Vista Service Pack 1 and offers improved autobackup feature and new Windows task bar menu.
PhatWare Corporation, a leading provider of software products and professional services for mobile and desktop computers, announces the release of a new version of its PhatNotes notes organizer for Windows Mobile devices and Windows based PCs. The new version features improved compatibility with Microsoft Windows Vista, two new UI themes, Windows taskbar menu, and improved autobackup feature.
PhatNotes allows users to easily create, search, and sort text-based notes on Windows-based Smartphones, Pocket PCs, and desktop PCs; it also allows synchronizing of notes between multiple platforms, giving users a powerful way to manage and access their personal information on-the-go. PhatNotes was named as Smartphone & Pocket PC Magazine’s “Best of Category” honors in the “Utilities-Notes” category for the seven straight years.
Challenge your word power with Bubble Babble
Boost your word-power with this undersea bubble-bursting brain teaser!
Astraware is excited to announce the release of Bubble Babble - a brand new word game for Palm OS and Windows Mobile smartphones and PDAs.
Challenge your word power with this undersea bubble-bursting brain teaser! Link together letter bubbles to form words and impress Wordsworth Smartygills - your friendly fishy host! Bubble Babble includes a fun interactive tutorial to teach you how to play with the bubbles and make words from them. Score points for each word you make. Impress Wordsworth with more complex or unusual words and he’ll reward you with shiny shells for your collection!
Bubble Babble has 4 entertaining play modes which are perfect for both adults and children, for all levels of skill or vocabulary:
Challenge - create a set number of words against the clock, Target - reconstruct the separated word from the letter bubbles, Mystery - try different permutations of letters to find the hidden word, Freeplay - just enjoy making words to boost your points score.
Each day Wordsworth Smartygills will tell you the Word of the Day. Make this word during play to earn a special award!
Use multiplier bubbles to enhance your points score, and get help from Stella Starfish, in her wildcard bubble! Unlock higher difficulty levels as you play - it can help you keep your brain sharp and maybe learn some interesting new words!
Bubble Babble is available for smartphones and PDAs running Palm OS(R) 5 and above, and Windows Mobile Professional, Classic and Standard devices running Windows Mobile 2003 and later. The game is available from http://www.astraware.com/bubblebabble priced $19.95, with a limited time new release discount.
