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Apr 27 ActiveSync 4.2 Public Beta Preview
Found in: Software, Pocket PC, Smartphone, WM5, Sync,

In the next version of Windows XP, Windows Vista (coming in 2007) there will be no ActiveSync (Windows Vista Mobile Device Center is the follower of ActiveSync) at all and it will be integrated into the OS, but in meantime Microsoft is further developing good old ActiveSync.

ActiveSync 4.2 Beta Preview is an early look at the latest sync software release for Windows Mobile devices.

Microsoft ActiveSync provides a great synchronization experience with Windows powered PCs and Microsoft Outlook right out of the box. ActiveSync acts as the gateway between your Windows powered PC and Windows Mobile powered device, enabling the transfer of Outlook information, Office documents, pictures, music, videos and applications from your desktop to your device. In addition to synchronizing with a desktop PC, ActiveSync can synchronize directly with Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 so that you can keep your e-mail, Calendar, Notes, and Contacts updated wirelessly when you’re away from your PC.

ActiveSync 4.2 Public Beta fixes a number of issues you may be experiencing with 4.1. and it is strongly recommended that you don't install this unless you have a Windows Mobile 5 device. Overall, ActiveSync 4.x is geared towards WM5. While it supports WM2003 devices, it doesn't do anything for them that is new, and disables your ability to sync via a network connection, like WiFi.

You can download ActiveSync 4.2 Public Beta here
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Nov 09 Adisasta released WinMobile Torrent 2.1 for Pocket PC
Found in: Pocket PC, Smartphone, WM5, Software, Utilities,

Adisasta has just released version 2.1 of their bittorrent application for Windows Mobile devices called WinMobile Torrent. It allows you to create, leech and/or seed torrent files from within the Application. It supports multiple and simultaneous download of torrents with numerous functions to manage, control downloads and peers in a user-friendly interface.

WinMobile Torrent version 2.1 sports many new features and enhancements making it a very worthwhile upgrade. Among the new features added are: selective download that enables you to download certain files within a group of files; multiple trackers support; intuitive multi-tabs user interface with one-handed navigation using WM 5.0’s softkeys and navigational hardware keys; create, leech and seed torrent now can be accomplished with ease within the application; redesigned core module that provides faster and more effective performance; wizard screen for torrent creation, speed guide setup dialog and many more.

WinMobile Torrent 2.1 Features:

* Create (v.2.1), Leech, Seed torrent within the application
* Selective download to only download files that matter to you (v.2.1)
* Multiple trackers supported (v.2.1)
* Unique User interface that facilitates single-handed operation for WM 5.0 devices (v.2.1)
* Speed setup guide that provides default setting for the most effective performance (v.2.1)
* Create torrent wizard that enables you to create torrent from your mobile device (v.2.1)
* Extract a completed file from a torrent without having to wait for the torrent to be completely download.
* Easily open, copy or paste a torrent file from Windows Mobile file explorer or open it from Pocket Internet Explorer's download dialog.
* Organize all torrents that have been processed into one single directory.
* Display over all and individual leeching/seeding graphics.
* Expand download item to view all its peers and their connection status.
* Log view and file to track download activities.
* Add, connect, disconnect or delete peers.
* Pause and resume download.
* Check tracker's scape information.
* Display individual torrent's block status within any file in the torrent.

More information about WinMobile Torrent 2.1 can be found here.

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Mar 09 Advance Tech presents Windows Mobile 5.0 phone called M.A.G.I.C
Found in: Devices, Smartphone, WM5,

M.A.G.I.C is a new mobile PC phone announced lately and it is probably the world's fastest and first convergent mobile device, combining features of a personal computer with the capabilities of a mobile phone. This phone still is denoted as "prototype" but it has processor of 624 MHz which is faster than any Windows Mobile phone since now and it has built-in 8GB hard disk.

M.A.G.I.C operates on the latest Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system, which allows fully functioning Windows environment. Other integrated software includes Sybase data management products which allows you to perform Over The Air data backup, data retrieval and software updates.



M.A.G.I.C can deliver rich multimedia experiences like a powerful desktop PC because of its powerful hardware, comprising Intel's fastest 624 MHz processor, inbuilt graphics accelerator and high fidelity audio codec. The phone can keep you connected while you are on the road with its features including GPRS, Edge, WiFI, Bluetooth and GPS.

M.A.G.I.C Features :

* powered by Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone Edition
* processor: Intel Xscale 624 MHz with graphic accelerator 2700G3 and Video RaM
* connectivity standards: GSM quad band / GPRS / Wi-Fi 802.11b / EDGE / Bluetooth 2.0 / GPS / IrDA FIR 4 / USB
* card slot: micro-SD
* RAM 512 MB, ROM 512 MB, hard disk 8 GB
* 2 displays, both: QVGA = 320x240 pixels
* 2 cameras, both: 2 megapixel
* output: VGA Out, Print Out / USB printing
* dimension: 125 x 70 x 32 mm
* weight: 300 g
* QWERTY keyboard

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Jan 12 AgileNotes advanced text and drawing notetaker for Pocket PC
Found in: Software, Pocket PC, WM5,

AgileNotes 1.0 advanced text and drawing notetaker for Pocket PC devices has just been released.

AgileNotes Features:

* one-tap toolbars instead of multi-level menus for high-productivity
* text formatting (bold, italic, underline, strikeout, bullet lists, 4 colors)
* drawings formatting (two width of lines, 4 line colors, 5 fill colors)
* embedded notes file manager with default started root folder support (check the menu for that) and show/hide modes
* horizontal scrolling mode support useful for drawing and long urls in the text
* voice recording
* zoom in/ zoom out/100% (no zoom) view
* undo/redo operations
* local menus support for the edit/draw field as well as file manager to cut/copy/paste/delete (clear) operations
* WM5 and VGA, portrait and landscape modes support

AgileNotes is priced $10.99 and is available for order at MobileTopSoft's Pocket PC software archive.

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Dec 27 Amazing 3D top-down racer for Windows Mobile K-RALLY released
Found in: Games, Pocket PC, Smartphone, WM5,

Infinite Dreams has just released amazing as they say 3D top-down racing game for Windows Mobile devices called K-RALLY.

One of the most awaited mobile games of 2006! Amazing 3D top-down racer where your car is equipped with mines, rockets and have several kinds of useful upgrades available. Leave a trail of destruction behind as you blast ahead of the competition. Make your opponents spin and crash as you bombard them with a barrage of weapons. Take them out of the race with rockets and mines. Win races and prize money so you can progress to the next level of competition for more fire action.

K-RALLY 1.0 features:

- 10 upgradable cars
- 14 ingame characters
- weapons (mines, rockets)
- shop, garage, armory, bets in career mode
- random track generator
- downloadable content (new gfx, tracks,cars)

K-RALLY is priced $14.95 and is available for order at MobileTopSoft's Pocket PC software archive.

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Jan 28 Another Apple iPhone Pocket PC theme skin
Found in: Themes, Wallpapers, Pocket PC, WM5, Freeware,

Real madness has happened into the mobile world after the introduction of the Apple iPhone. Multi-touch advantages, skins, themes, customization and every single point of view you can imagine was discussed on forums and threads over the net. Of course there are some cool this about it like themes for Pocket PCs and Smartphones, which indeed looks really good.

Here is one new so called Another iPhone pocket pc theme skin which is not exact replication of Apple's iPhone but is cool. It is very nice and smooth looking iPhone today screen theme skin for your Windows Mobile powered Pocket PC, which is best working with Windows Mobile 2005 on QVGA display.

Another iPhone pocket pc theme skin is available for free download at Freeware Pocket PC site.

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Jan 18 Anti-theft app for Windows Mobile phones: SmartProtect
Found in: windows mobile, wm5, wm6, security, freewaee,

Smartphones are wise but expensive devices and users are always on the lookout for ways to protect themselves and their devices from theft. Windows Mobile smartphone users can now get some nifty protection with SmartProtect.
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Mar 13 ASUS A626 Combines Versatility and Style Encased in Stainless Steel
Found in: Devices, ASUS, Pocket PC, Mobile News, WM5,

ASUS has launched the Asus A626 ultra-slim PDA to answer the increasing demand of users who require a highly practical yet versatile PDA. This palm-sized marvel matches high quality with an impeccable standard of design and caters to the user’s expectations for personal handheld accessories.

Exceptionally slim at only 1.57 cm, the ASUS A626 really stands out from most of the other PDAs on the market. The casing is made of stainless steel and the whole PDA is less than 158g in weight. The 3.5" anti-glare touch screen completes the outlook of the A626 and provides the feeling of a solid and high quality luxury accessory.

Lightweight and Powerful
In situations where utilizing a notebook is more hassle than convenience, the A626 can really shine. With its wireless capability (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g), it can keep the user connected to email, the Internet and corporate networks; while Bluetooth 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate speeds up data exchange with a huge range of digital peripherals (phones, printers, etc) by up to two to three times over conventional Bluetooth standards. With ASUS’s user-friendly application Remote Presenter, it can also be easily utilized to remotely link and control presentations on a computer via Bluetooth. The most important feature is the fact that all data is stored in Flash memory, so precious information remains saved even if all battery power in the handheld has drained away.

Entertainment On-the-Go
The ASUS A626 runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, and also provides true multimedia entertainment options. With its front-mounted speakers, it plays video and audio formats (.WMV, .WMA, .MP3 etc) and has a huge library of games available for the Pocket PC platform. For its size, the A626 is simply the most versatile mobile entertainment gadget.

With the combination of powerful applications and an ultra-slim outlook that radiates high quality, the A626 is a PDA of choice for the well-heeled and well-traveled.

General Specifications on Asus A626 include Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, Wi-Fi (802.11 b+g), Bluetooth 2.0 (EDR), 3.5-inch 240 x 320 anti-glare touch screen, 11.7 x 7.08 x 1.57cm, 158g (with battery), 1200mAh removable/ rechargeable battery, integrated microphone and speakers, full duplex recording and playback.

Asus A626 will run of Intel XScale 312Mhz processor and will have 128MB Flash ROM and 64MB SDRAM. The A626 is currently only available for sale in these countries: China, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, Thailand (TBD) and USA (TBD).

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Mar 05 ASUS P305 3G Smartphone upcoming
Found in: Devices, Smartphone, WM5,

ASUSTeK Computer Inc (ASUS) will certainly hit the market as one of the most compact 3G smartphones in the world to date–the P305. As a Windows Mobile 5.0 powered 3G smartphone, the P305 offers powerful multimedia and productivity features that allow users to be more productive and truly experience a mobile lifestyle.

The high-speed CPU in the P305 smartphone offers superior processing speed that outperforms any 3G mobile phones in the market with 384Kbps downlink/uplink transfer rate. This translates into fluid and smooth video call on the P305, letting users fully enjoy talking and seeing each other.

"The P305 has superior processing power that can be leveraged for 3G services and multimedia enjoyment. It is the first 3G phone that is both compact and offers mobile office capability as in PDAs, making it a terrific all-around business companion.", said Jonney Shih, CEO of ASUSTek Computer Inc.

Running on Windows Mobile 5.0 with Direct Push Technology, the P305 will provides instant updating of Microsoft Office Outlook Email, Calendar, Contacts and Tasks when synchronizing with Exchange Server 2003 to ensure users are always up to date while on the move. The P305 also provides an outstanding multimedia experience with Internet Explorer and an integrated multimedia suite (including Windows Media Player 10 Mobile) for users to enjoy music and video in a variety of audio formats, including MP3, AMR, AAC, WAV and WMA, as well as streaming MPEG-4 video.

With built-in compatibility for Bluetooth 1.2 and IrDA, the P305 to be used as a diminutive mobile storage device for any files types and multimedia content. The mini-SD expansion card slot also allows for additional memory for storing a wide range of content including music, games, photos and video.

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Mar 21 BenQ Launches P51 Windows Mobile Pocket PC Phone
Found in: Devices, Pocket PC, WM5, Mobile News,

One year after the official announce of BenQ P51 in march last year at CeBIT 2006, BenQ has finally released this so long waited Pocket PC Phone in China, Singapore and Turkey.

BenQ-Siemens P51 PDA phone, the much anticipated successor to the P50, offering enhanced feature set including WLAN technology for fast, convenient Internet access and an integrated GPS receiver for navigation service. The versatile P51 operates on Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system and comes equipped with a 1.3-megapixel camera, a bright 2.83-inch touch screen display and an ergonomic QWERTY keyboard.

The BenQ-Siemens P51 integrates the latest WLAN technology to provide convenient Internet access experience. With the WLAN support, users can chat on MSN and talk via VoIP service providers such as Skype whenever within range of a hotspot. A fully integrated GPS receiver inside the P51 provides navigation assistance through a real-time on-screen map that displays the current location and directs the best route to any destination.

Based on Microsoft’s Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system, the BenQ-Siemens P51 arrives with an array of functions needed by business professionals on the go including Microsoft Word and Excel applications for fast document browsing and editing, push mail support for real-time e-mail receiving/sending, the PIM (Personal Information Management) applications that include convenient task reminder and personal memo function, the ActiveSync application for quick syncing with a PC and a speech commander function for an intuitive way to operate the P51.

The BenQ-Siemens P51 features a high-performance media player and supports A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) via a Bluetooth headset, bringing full-bodied stereo sounding while enjoying digital content on the P51. The phone also comes equipped with a USB port for data syncing, a SDIO slot compatible for SD/MMC memory card and a vast array of optional accessories.

BenQ-Siemens P51 PDA phone Main Functions:

Operation System - Microsoft Windows MobileTM 5.0
Processor - Intel Xscale PXA272 416 MHz
Display - 240x320, 2.83" QVGA TFT-LCD with touch screen

Integrated Camera
Image Capturing
- Built-in 1.3 megapixel digital camera, 4X digital zoom
- Picture editing and photo album
- 4 resolution settings
- 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 seconds self-portrait
- Built-in Pocket Studio for photo shooting

Video Recording
- Built-in camcorder for unlimited video recording
- 2 resolution settings
- 2 recording modes:Portrait and Landscape
- Adjustable brightness, contrast, white balance and 6 scene modes

Video Functions
- Built-in Windows Media Player and Pocket Studio for MPEG4, .3GP, H.264, WMV file formats playback
- Video playback: Full-screen, Portrait and Landscape
Audio Functions

- MP3, AAC, AAC+, WAV, WMA, AMR, MIDI
- Multimedia files transfer via MMS, ActiveSync, Bluetooth

Ring Tone
- 64-chord polyphonic ring tone
- MP3 and voice clip as ring tone

Message Service
- SMS, MMS(Video MMS)
- Up to 300KB per MMS sending

Applications
- Pocket Studio-Image / Video Recording, special effects
- Pocket Edit-Image / Video Editing
- Speech Commander-Voice command to dial-up and launch applications
- Java Manager-Support Java games / applications download and execution
- Word / Excel documents viewing and editing
- PowerPoint / PDF documents viewing

Text Input
- QWERTY keyboard, virtual keyboard, handwriting

PC Sync
- USB cable- Bluetooth

Network
- WLAN 802.11b/g
- GPRS Class10
- Browsing (Http, WAP2.0), VoIP / Skype, MSN Messenger, Email

Connectivity
- WLAN
- GPRS
- Bluetooth
- USB
- SDIO

Memory
- Internal:64MB Mobile SDRAM and 192MB Flash ROM
- Extended: SD / MMC Card

PIM
- Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, Note, Call History, vCard, vCalendar

More Enjoyments
- Built-in WLAN and GPS
- VoIP / Skype
- Java games
- Speech Commander
- Windows Media Player for multimedia files playbacks
- Pocket Studio/Edit for image / video recording & editing

Other
- Image caller ID
- STK(SIM Tool Kit)
- Power saving mode/ Flight Mode

Accessories
Travel charger / Standard Li-ion Battery / Stylus / Screen protector film / Cleaning cloth / Quick Start Guide / Headset / BenQ Companion CD / USB data cable / Warranty Card / User manual / Leather case

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