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Feb 13 HP announces new iPAQ phone - hw6900 series
Found in: Devices, iPAQ, Smartphone,

Couple of months ago there was a rumour about a new HP iPAQ hw6900 phone and today it's finally confirmed at the 2006 3GSM World Congress.

The hw6900 is the successor of the hw6500 series and features similar 240x240 pixels 65k color touch display and full QWERTY keyboard. The hw6940 runs the latest version 5.0 of Windows Mobile Operating System for Pocket PC Phones and improves CPU power to 416 MHz, through Intel PXA270 Processor. HP iPAQ hw6940 main specifications are:

• Quad-band GSM phone; GPRS/EDGE support
• Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 OS for Pocket PC Phones
• 3.0-inch 65k color touch display
• 1.3-megapixel camera with flash and mirror for self-portrait
• Full QWERTY keyboard
• Infrared, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi 802.11b support
• miniSD expandable memory

source Phone Arena

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Apr 03 HP iPAQ hx2000/hx4700 Series Bluetooth Stereo Headphones Driver Update
Found in: iPAQ, Pocket PC,

HP has just released an update for iPAQ hx2000/hx4700 Series running Windows Mobile 2003 which enables the Pause and Next/Previous Track buttons to work properly with Microsoft Media Player 10. It's recommended to download and install the update if you are using a BT headset.

The update requires:
* Microsoft ActiveSync 3.7 (or later) is required.
* One of the listed iPAQ handheld models with ROM version 1.01 installed.

HOW TO USE:
1. Download the SoftPaq .EXE file to a directory on your hard drive.
2. Establish an Activesync connection between the handheld and host PC.
3. Execute the downloaded file. When the installation is complete, the handheld performs a soft reset.

Supported Models:
HP iPAQ hx2700 Pocket PC Series
HP iPAQ hx2400 Pocket PC Series
HP iPAQ hx4700 Pocket PC Series
HP iPAQ hx2100 Pocket PC Series

more info and download here
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Dec 12 Compaq iPAQ 3835 Pocket PC Review
Found in: Devices, iPAQ, Pocket PC, Reviews,

Still powerful and expandable pocket PC, the Microsoft Windows-powered iPAQ Pocket PC 3835 takes Compaq's award-winning handheld to new extremes. Combine the longest battery life and fastest processor available with massive memory speeds and unprecedented storage capacity to take advantage of a wealth of new features. With thousands of available applications, a standard secure digital slot for internal upgrades and a number of external expansion pack options like wireless connectivity, there's no telling how far it'll take you.

The 3835 is driven by Intel's fast StrongARM processor, which runs at 206 MHz, and is outfitted with a healthy 64 MB RAM. The Pocket PC 2002 OS itself is stored on the 32 MB flash ROM, so you should be able to easily install OS updates as they come along. The screen quality is superb and can show over 65,000 colors--a greater color depth than the 3765. Most hardware expansion is provided via an optional CompactFlash expansion jacket, with CF cards and modules from previous iPAQs largely compatible with the iPAQ 3835. Note, however, that this does not carry through to hardware add-ons that use the docking port (such as keyboards), as the connector on the 3835 is different than on the 3635 or 3765.

Additionally, there is now a built-in expansion slot onboard that enables you to add both software and hardware to the iPAQ without the need for the CF expansion jacket. This slot is compatible with both Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMediaCard (MMC) memory cards. The iPAQ's design and build quality are superb; this is still the best-looking Pocket PC around. The docking station is both USB and serial--this "one size fits all" approach is intelligent and user friendly. Data input has also been improved, including the ability to register more than one button press at a time, making speedy gaming possible as some light relief from all the serious work you can set the device to.

Overall, Compaq's new iPAQ 3835 beats the rest for looks and performance. The built-in SD/MMC expansion card slot is a plus, and the iPAQ becomes an even more powerful productivity machine with the addition of the optional CompactFlash jacket

Work hard, but play hard, too. The iPAQ 3835 can play digital audio files (both MP3 and WMA) using the Windows Media Player software. It's also compatible with audible.com files, for listening to audiobooks, radio broadcasts, and more. You also get the Microsoft Reader e-book software. Other highlights include a microphone and a speaker as well as an audio-in jack. The iPAQ 3835 features an infrared port for wireless data transfer. It uses five buttons and a five-way joystick. The iPAQ connects to either USB or serial ports. The iPAQ allows you to input data in your own handwriting, by soft keyboard, or by voice recorder. Both audible and visual alarms alert you to a scheduled event.

Pros:
* Expansion card slot for SD and MMC cards
* Fast processor and good amount of onboard memory
* Bright screen with great color depth
* Latest Microsoft operating system--Pocket PC 2002
Cons:
* Use of CompactFlash cards requires optional expansion jacket

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Dec 05 Free software from HP to owners of HP iPAQ hw6515 and hw6510
Found in: Software, iPAQ,

Owners of HP iPAQ phone from hw6500 series are in for a treat with free software from HP.Exclusiv offers for these great devices.Here is this usefull software, with short descriptions and links to HP's website where you can get it:

Pocket Streets 2006
With Microsoft Pocket Streets 2006 you can transform your HP iPAQ into your own personal guide. Find your way through the major cites of the United States, Canada, and Western European without getting lost.

• Take your maps with you in the palm of your hand. Zoom in for street level detail or zoom out to get the big picture.
• Find the nearest restaurants, tourist attractions, hotels, ATMs, and much more...
• Locate your position on the map with the integrated GPS feature of your HP iPAQ hw6500 to see where you are, where you are going, and what is around you when you get there.

HP ProtectTools
HP ProtectTools, secured by CREDANT Technologies, is a powerful solution that allows you to add a higher level of security to your device and your data than is provided either in the base operating system, or by other device manufacturers. With HP ProtectTools you can ...

• Set enhanced login password protection and policies that are enforced even after a hard reset.
• You have several choices on the level of complexity in which you set your password. If you forget your password, there is a fail-safe feature that prompts you to answer a backup question that you configure to unlock your device.
• You can configure HP ProtectTools to encrypt data on your device such as email, contacts, or documents to protect it in case your device is lost or stolen
• Complete on device help is provided making it fast and easy to begin using HP ProtectTools today.

Wireless Modem Software
This package contains the Wireless Modem software for the listed handheld models. This software is installed on the handheld from the desktop PC or notebook and enables the desktop PC or Notebook to use the handheld as an external modem when it is connected to the desktop PC or notebook through the HP iPAQ USB/Serial AutoSync Cable or HP iPAQ Cradle.

One must provide serial numbers from genuine HP iPAQ phone from hw6500 series to be able to download this software, so if you have other Pocket PC phone - don't even try!

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Jul 17 Full Function Docking Station with Stereo Sound for iPAQ rw68xx series
Found in: Accessories, Pocket PC, iPAQ,

Imagine that You have a HP iPAQ rw68xx series Pocket PC and you want to play your songs a little louder... So what you need? Maybe it is a full function USB docking station with stereo sound support.

This iPAQ rw68xx series Stereo docking station Features:

* Charging and HotSync for iPAQ rw6818/6828.
* Stereo speaker system.
* 3.5mm stereo line-in for other audio devices like MP3/MD/CD player, etc.
* Blue soft-light illumination.
* Dock size: 177 x 66 x 38 mm
* Dock Weight: 155g

So if you want to change your old docking station with new one, this may be one good solution.

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Jul 05 How to make Skype works on HP iPAQ h6300 Series
Found in: Tips, Pocket PC, iPAQ,

Probably some of you who own h6300 series iPAQs want to use Skype on their Pocket PC Phones. I have just tested one trick that makes it work perfectly.

So if you want to start using Skype on your series h6300 iPAQ You have to do the following steps:

1. MAKE A BACKUP OF ALL YOUR DATA BEFORE PROCEEDING!
2. If you do not already have the "Low CPU" version of Skype (for 312 Mhz PPCs) please download it and install it (you can get it here).
3. With the Skype program not on (shut down), open a registry tweaking/hacking tool. (You can use RegEdit which is a freeware program.)
4. In the iPaq's registry go to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Skype\Phone\Audio\DisableCodecs
5. The value is normally blank but you want it to read: ILBC G729 EG711U
6. Save and exit the registry tool.

After doing this you need to boot up Skype and make a test call (calling Skype's Echo123 test call service no longer works because it relied on the codecs that you have just disabled but who cares because the test service was of little to no use anyway).

Skype can now be used for voice calls very well on the h6300 series (6315, 6340, etc)! You are still forced to use the iPaq's internal mic and speaker but you can also use the wired handsfree headset that came with your iPaq if you don't want to hold the iPaq to your head.

This trick is available thanks to mobilitysite member FallN. You can read his original post here.

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Apr 08 HP adds more ROM memory to iPAQ hx2000 Series
Found in: Mobile News, Pocket PC, iPAQ,

Pocketpcthoughts informs us that HP has silently changed that as their site now shows a new hx2190 and hx2490, each with 64MB RAM and 192MB ROM.

Back in September 2005, HP discontinued their old hx2000 series in favour of a new one based on Windows Mobile 5.0. Each model number was appropriately updated from hx2110, hx2410, and hx2750 to hx2190, hx2490, and hx2790 respectively. While the hx2790 was lucky enough to receive a wealthy memory configuration of 64MB RAM and 192MB ROM, the hx2190 and hx2490 had to settle for a lesser offering of 64MB RAM and 128MB ROM.

Source : pocketpcthoughts.com.

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Oct 25 HP and Vodafone Will Offer You Two New iPaq Smartphones
Found in: HP, Vodafone, iPaq, Smartphones,

HP launched a couple of new iPaq smartphones which are set to arrive in Europe from Vodafone first. These are the iPaq Data Messenger and the HP iPaq Voice Messenger.


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Feb 12 HP iPAQ 500 series Windows Mobile Standard smartphone unveiled at 3GSM
Found in: WM6, Windows Mobile 6 Standard, Smartphone, iPAQ, Mobile News, Devices,

HP today introduced the latest HP iPAQ device, a sleek and small Windows Mobile Standard smartphone that delivers a flexible wireless email experience for business customers through convenient voice control and hands-free operation. The HP iPAQ 500 series Voice Messenger features voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) capabilities, push email and the latest Windows Mobile 6 operating system. With up to six hours of continuous talk time on a fully charged battery, the HP iPAQ Voice Messenger also leads the competition in battery life. As the first in HP's new smartphone lineup, the HP iPAQ 500 series helps highly mobile professionals stay connected wherever they are.

Busy professionals are constantly flooded with email and looking for ways to quickly and easily manage it and move on with their day, said Dave Rothschild, vice president, Handheld Business Unit, Personal Systems Group, HP. Our HP iPAQ Voice Messenger smartphone gives mobile users an easy way to manage all types of communications and stay focused on their business.

Based on the new Windows Mobile 6 platform, the HP iPAQ 500 series provides business professionals with an enhanced Outlook Mobile experience, allowing customers to view emails in their original HTML format and enjoy quick access to contacts with the ability to search a call history and contacts database. Plus, the built-in Microsoft Office Mobile suite provides customers with a familiar, easy-to-use experience.

Windows Mobile 6 delivers advanced communications, increased productivity and integrated mobile business performance all within the familiar Microsoft software experience, said Todd Warren, corporate vice president, Mobile and Embedded

Devices Division, Microsoft Corp. We’re pleased to work with HP to offer a device that will help businesses thrive by enabling people to access important data wherever they are.

The HP iPAQ Voice Messenger is the first iPAQ device to offer the over-the-air device management capabilities that HP acquired with its purchase of Bitfone Corp. With these capabilities, businesses can remotely manage and support the HP iPAQ devices’ performance, security and access to applications, data and networks. For example, IT managers can remotely erase data on lost or misplaced devices, configure and repair units, and provide updates and security applications. Additionally, on-the-go professionals can enjoy rich digital entertainment features such as listening to music, watching videos, playing games, and capturing and sharing photos wirelessly.

The HP iPAQ 500 series Voice Messenger is expected to be available this spring in the United States direct from HP and select authorized dealers. International pricing and availability for the HP iPAQ 500 series will vary.

HP iPAQ 514 Specifications

Additional information is available at www.hp.com/go/Mobility2007.

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Sep 03 HP iPAQ 614c and HP iPAQ 914c Windows Mobile phones First Photos and Information
Found in: iPAQ, Pocket PC, Smartphone, Devices, Mobile News,

HP has just unveiled their latest 3G Windows Mobile based iPAQs. They are named HP iPAQ 614c and HP iPAQ 91, and both with built-in GPS and will support HSDPA. Below are some specifications which are known at the moment:

HP iPAQ 614c :

* Windows Mobile 6 Professional (i.e. with touch-screen)
* 12 keys + Navigation circle like in iPod
* display 2.8 inch of resolution 240x320 (touch-screen)
* connectivity: 3G and WiFi
* built-in GPS
* camera: 3 Mega-pixels

HP iPAQ 614c specifications



HP iPAQ 914c :

* Windows Mobile 6 Professional (i.e. with touch-screen)
* QWERTY keyboard
* display 2.46 inch of resolution 240x320 (touch-screen)
* connectivity: 3G and WiFi
* built-in GPS
* camera: 3 Mega-pixels

HP iPAQ 910c specifications

The fact that HP continues to produce and announce windows mobile based phones is really one big boost to windows mobile platform.

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