A number of companies produce retractable portable syncronization and recharging cables for PDAs. JavoEdge has recently released a new version with a very nice silver paint job and have updated their line with support for the latest Pocket PCs including the HTC Magician (imate JAM, Qtek S100, O2 XDA Mini, T-Mobile MDA Compact.) Their anti-glare scratch proof screen protectors are also now available for the small 2.8″ screen of the HTC Magician type devices. The …
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imate JAM Upgrade Worth it for Power Users
Like we’ve posted before, you can upgrade your imate JAM, HTC Magician, Qtek S100, or O2 XDA Mini at Pocket PC Techs for $199. Mine returned via FedEx a couple days ago and it has been totally worth it. The 64Mb RAM originally installed can be quite restrictive for power users. With 128Mb, I can now install multiple GPS Navigation programs, Microsoft Voice Command 1.5, Microsoft Reader 2.3, etc. and still have room for files …
Continue readingPhotos of the 1st Bluespoon 5G
Mark Morrow at HowardForums has recieved the first beta version of Nextlink’s Bluespoon 5G Bluetooth headset. It’s almost half the size of the previous smallest Bluetooth headset (Nextlink’s own Bluespoon AX), and weigh’s in at an amazing 5 grams. It also has a special Invisio-type linear microphone for reduced distortion and increased clarity. One of the first 10 models is also available on ebay. Originally published on Pocketnow on January 10, 2005. More Hardware articles …
Continue readingMore Screenshots of Windows Mobile 2005 Leaked
Mobinaute has posted some leaked screenshots of the yet-to-be-announced Windows Mobile 2005 and ActiveSync 4. Looks like Windows Mobile 2005 will blur the lines between Pocket PCs and Smartphones. Contact photos is a nice feature too! Originally published on Pocketnow on January 6, 2005. More Software articles from the Pocketnow archive.
Continue readingUsers Don’t Really Want Device Convergence
Mobile Pipeline says user don’t really want device convergence. This conclusion was made in response to results of a study from the Forrester research firm. “PDAs stand out from phones in their input capability — via keyboard or touch screen — and personal information management (PIM) applications like calendar and contacts,” the report said. “But only 6 percent of mobile phone owners say that a keyboard or pen input is important in their choice of …
Continue readingUpgrade your HTC Magician to 128Mb RAM
Pocket PC Techs are pleased to announce a 64MB to 128MB upgrade for the iMATE JAM/O2 XDA Mini/Qtek S100 Series Pocket PC. This unit uses low voltage hi-speed BGA memory, so stacking is not available and 128MB will be the maximum capacity. During the upgrade process we remove the existing 64MB and install 128MB. This memory upgrade does NOT require our proprietary driver and is fully recognized by the OS (121.39MB Available). The SRP of …
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