We’ve just updated the Discussion section of Pocketnow with more forum categories specific to Pocket PC Phone Edition Devices and Microsoft Smartphone devices! If you’ve got questions about the many new PDA-Phone convergent devices, our discussion section is the place to go. Originally published on Pocketnow on January 20, 2004. More News Archive articles from the Pocketnow archive.
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WiFi network discovered on Mars
Just kidding. But NASA is currently in the testing phases for deploying a WiFi mesh network in future Mars missions. “In one scenario, astronauts would communicate during walks on the surface using Wi-Fi-enabled portable computers sewn into their space suits. In another, crew would deploy swarms of Wi-Fi-enabled robot vehicles to explore for water or perform other scientific experiments. “The wireless technology would allow them to transmit data back to earth in real time. Scientists …
Continue reading$10 off Microsoft Voice Command
There’s a $10 off Pocket PC Voice Command coupon available now. The coupon code is 9ACA36 (exp. 1/31/04) You can order via the Microsoft website. Originally published on Pocketnow on January 15, 2004. More Deals articles from the Pocketnow archive.
Continue readingO2 XDA II vs. Sony Ericsson P900
Here’s a review posted on HowardForums.com that details the differences between the XDA II and Sony P900. He gets a few things wrong, however. For example, the send SMS menu is in the Contacts list view and the “Beam” command does both IR and Bluetooth on the XDA II. Although, I agree that the “Send SMS” and “Call Contact” menu commands should also be in the opened Contact item dialog. There’s also some nice pictures …
Continue reading1GB CompactFlash Card – $159
eCost.com is selling a Sandisk 1 GB Compact Flash card for $209 with a $50 rebate. They’re also offering free ground shipping. The deal expires January 26th though! Originally published on Pocketnow on January 12, 2004. More Deals articles from the Pocketnow archive.
Continue readingNew pictures of the Lenovo ET560 Pocket PC Phone
Wow! Some new photos of this Pocket PC Phone with a flip-and-twist screen have surfaced. See the source URL for size comparisons. This Pocket PC phone will have Bluetooth, SDIO, 64Mb RAM, 400Mhz Xscale, and dualband GSM/GPRS. It’s too bad it won’t work in North America. Originally published on Pocketnow on January 7, 2004. More Hardware articles from the Pocketnow archive.
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