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I have just talked you that Gx5 has updated its popular memo pad replacement program TreoMemo. Now i want to attract you attention with the update of another application of their's. DialByPhoto has been released in version 1.2 with new features and is supposed to run on any Palm Treo 650, treo 680 and treo 700p for now.

DialByPhoto v1.2 is available now with new features and options for your dialing tips. DialByPhoto for your Treo lets you speed dial your contacts by pictures. Now you don’t have to remember some speed dial codes and numbers for your fast scroll going dial daily list.

To use its functions you just to organize your most used icons or pictures with DialByPhoto and enjoy the new features, like instant access to photo Contacts, Store photo contacts by category or speed sms or reject sms. You are able also to keep it jumping into customizeable interface, call duration information as well as simultaneous search and dial and rapid web searching.

To run properly DialByPhoto requires data connection for icon downloads and minimum of 2M space available.

DialByPhoto v1.2 is available for try and buy here.

DinarSoft Corporation, a leading Windows Mobile developer, just released an the new HandySwitcher - Ultimate Task Manager in version 3.0. Infact when i looked into the new improved thing i can say that it is a major upgrade to previous versions. HandySwitcher is a task management program that makes it easy for you to manage the running programs on your PocketPC. You can switch between running programs, close unwanted ones to free some memory or even close all of them. And all this with simple taps.

HandySwitcher - Ultimate Task Manager v3.0 New and exciting features include:

* Configurable Tap and Tap-and-Hold actions
* Advanced ignore list
* (OK) Hardware Button support
* Skinable interface
* Customizable menu
* Automated actions
* Built-in context sensitive help
* Better Close button [X] that really closes
* CPU and Memory usage
* Designed to run in main memory or external cards.
* Terminate background processes.
* Clean left over memory after programs closure
* Enhanced D-Pad navigation support (for one hand operations)
* Very low memory foot-print
* Easy to access from any other program
* QVGA-VGA Support
* Square, landscape and portrait Support
* Integration with HandyMenu and HandyLauncher
* Windows Mobile 6 (Professional and Classic) support.

HandySwitcher - Ultimate Task Manager v3.0 is priced $9.99 and you can get it from our Pocket PC software archive, but if you have bought previous version of HandySwitcher since April 1st 2007 you get a free copy.

Dopod International has announced its Windows Mobile 6 upgrade strategy. Dopod will offer upgrade support for existing users of 838Pro, D810, P800W and the recently launched U1000 to migrate from the Windows Mobile 5 operating system to an improved platform, Windows Mobile 6. This can be done for free and is applicable to all current owners of these devices.



From July 2007, Dopod International will offer current users of these devices a free download of the upgrade code which will enable users of these devices, currently running on Windows Mobile 5, to upgrade to the Windows Mobile 6.

This upgrade from Windows Mobile 5 to Windows Mobile 6 will enable our users of 838Pro, D810, P800W and U1000 to enjoy improved usability, and for our business users to better manage their business information which is based on Microsoft Exchange Server 2007. This will also allow our customers to continue to stay connected through our innovative and powerful products, said Jack Tong, CEO of Dopod International Corp.

All upcoming devices will continue to reinforce Dopod International’s commitment to let users to truly Enjoy Mobility and will continue to cater to the demands of consumers looking for powerful yet stylish devices to enhance their mobile lifestyle.

Most interesting is the fact, that Dopod is not planning a Windows Mobile 6 upgrade for the C720W (HTC Excalibur), but the D810 (aka HTC Trinity aka HTC P3600) is announced to get an upgrade which HTC has left away!

E-TEN Information Systems has announced that it will offer owners of its own-brand Glofiish X500 and Glofiish M700 Pocket PC Phones the ability to upgrade to Windows Mobile 6, the latest platform for mobile devices. The upgrades will be delivered via downloads which will be available from the Glofiish website. The updates are currently scheduled for release in the second quarter of 2007.

E-TEN has revealed that it is working to deliver a series of language-localized ROM updates that will allow owners of Glofiish X500 and Glofiish M700 Pocket PC Phones to upgrade their devices to Windows Mobile 6. The first of the updates are expected to be released in May. "As a leading designer and supplier of Pocket PC Phones for both business and leisure, E-TEN is committed to delivering both the latest technological innovations as well as long-term value to its customers." said Teresa Chou, Sales & Marketing Director, E-TEN, "These updates ensure owners of Glofiish devices will be able to enjoy the benefits of the Windows Mobile 6 platform without the expense of having to purchase new hardware."

Windows Mobile 6 is the latest mobile operating platform from Microsoft which offers improved usability and functions, and adds rich features that make working with documents and email on the go more rewarding. The benefits of Windows Mobile 6 include a new user-interface, and improved integration with desktop and notebook PCs running Windows Vista or XP. Additionally, the platform has been refined to make better use of hardware resources, including CPU and memory, and offers support for new services including Direct Push technology and VoIP (voice over IP).

"With this announcement, E-TEN customers will be able to experience the new features of Windows Mobile 6 which improves the access to critical information and data on a mobile device, and delivers to the small screen a familiar and rich experience that meets the needs of work and life on the go. said Marianne Roling, EMEA Director, Mobile Communications Business, Microsoft. The Glofiish X500 and M700 Pocket PC Phones offer all-in-one connectivity for consumers and professionals on the move. Both handsets include support for GSM, EDGE, Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth and include a 400MHz Samsung CPU and 128MB of Flash ROM. At just 15.55mm, the Glofiish X500 is one of the thinnest Pocket PC Phones available, while the Glofiish M700 includes the convenience of a sliding keyboard for easy and efficient editing, emailing, and messaging while mobile. Both devices are available now from official E-TEN distributors around the world.

This is definetely very good news for owners of E-TEN Glofiish devices. Currently there are no details about will be priceing pricing / availability of the Windows Mobile 6 update yet but soon it will be clear.

E-TEN has annonced WM6 upgrades for their both X500 and M700 Glofiish handhelds back in March. Now this has become reality! If you have E-TEN Glofiish X500 or M700 now it is time for upgrade! E-TEN has released free Windows Mobile 6 upgrades for both devices and what you need to do is head over to E-TEN's web site and grab your free Windows Mobile 6 upgrade in English, French, Russian, German, or Chinese.

What you need to do is to register your device, if you haven't done so already. Upon registration, you'll receive an action key, which is needed to successfully install the upgrade.

Happy Installing :)

Palm OS software developers Gx5 has released an update for its popular memo pad replacement program TreoMemo. TreoMemo version 1.1 has several improvements and now features the Treo optimized interface, that may propose you some new skins which greatly enhances your Palm Treo handheld.

TreoMemo uses your existing memo database and adds a number of additional features including:

* "Type to Get Memo" navigation, mp3 alarms
* SMS and email memo's
* searching capabilities
* mimproved thumb scrolling features
* improves compatibility and adds a mass highlighting feature that lets you highlight multiple words and lines of text

TreoMemo v1.1 is currently on sale for $7.95 and is available for buy here.

Windows Mobile software developers iambic, Inc. has just updated their application for tracking all your health, diet and fitness, Health and Diet Manager to v2.6. It contains a full-featured diet and exercise manager, nutrition database, medical records, daily journal and more.

When you are constantly on the go, dealing with the demands of your hectic life, usually it’s nutrition that gets put on the back burner. You want to do the right things health-wise, but that takes time and energy – something you don’t have in abundance.

Lucky for you, our Health & Diet Manager for Windows Mobile Pocket PC will help take control of your health and nutrition, so that you’ll actually have more energy – energy that you’ll be able to harness to accomplish more than you possibly thought.

This helpful program does everything from tracking your health-related vitals (resting pulse, blood pressure, hours slept), calories consumed and calories expended, to helping you create an action plan for eating and exercising. Plus, it is easy to use.

Health and Diet Manager v2.6 Features:

* Track Nutrition
* Set Goals
* Log Information
* Organize Entries
* track fuel entries
* Health Calculators
* Track Diet Program Points
* Meals

Health and Diet Manager v2.6 is priced $19.95 and is available for buy and try at MobileTopSoft's Pocket PC software archive.

If you own HTC P3300 you will be happy with the following news. HTC has just released official Windows Mobile 6 upgrade. The P3300, which has good GPS functions and a trick navigation control that HTC call the HTC RollR, was expecting this update from some time and now it is reality.

To get your Pocket PC updated you'll need to have a HTC P3300 from HTC themselves, have account on HTC e-Club and just login and download the new ROM. Thats all folks so enjoy upgrading.