i-mate released the long awaited AKU 2 ROM update for the i-mate SP5 and SP5m

 

Today, i-mate released the long awaited ROM update for the i-mate SP5 and SP5m Windows Mobile Smartphone which is based on Microsoft’s AKU 2 and therefore contains the MSFP (Microsoft Feature Pack which is the E-Mail push functionality with Exchange 2003 and SP2) but unfortunately not the A2DP Bluetooth stereo protocol yet as previewed earlier.

Nevertheless, the ROM update also contains other important fixes and feature updates and is available in several language pack versions.

The main improvements from the updated OS, 1.5.331.4, are:

• Microsoft Messaging and Security Feature Pack (MSFP):
  • Addition of the MSFP allowing Direct Push email, remote device wiping, security policy enforcement and Global Address List Lookup for customers using a MS Exchange Server 2003 with Service Pack 2.
• File beaming over Bluetooth:
  • It is now possible to beam files over Bluetooth using the file manager.
• Improved radio functionality:
  • Microphone level has been boosted.
  • Cell Broadcast display is now supported.
  • Line2 functionality introduced.
  • Busy Tone corrected.
  • Improved the echo suppression.
  • USSD service support is upgraded.
• Updated MMS:
  • MMS will now operate until there is only 1 Mb of free storage space. Previously this limit was set at 4Mb.
  • MMS client updated to the current version.
• Improved Pocket Internet Explorer:
  • Frames functionality now supported in the browser.
  • Quick navigation using Page Up key ( key 2 ) and Page Down key ( key 8 ).
• Keypad Light Timing:
  • The timeout of the keypad light can now be set. There is a utility in the ‘Utilities’ section of the SP5 support pages that will let you set it. Note that setting the keypad light over 8 seconds will cause significant reduction in battery life.
• Voice Dial:
  • Voice Dial reliability from handset has been improved.
• Communication Manager:
  • Communication Manager has been updated to allow current data services to be stopped, Direct Push email to be started/stopped using a single button press and flight mode to be switched on/off.
• Reminders:
  • When the device is locked, calendar reminders can be snoozed by using the joystick. Previously it was only possible to press the numeric key associated with the menu option to snooze a reminder.
• Bluetooth:
  • Car Kit interface: Address book sync can now be performed to car kits.
  • Bluetooth Beaming from file manager has now been improved (more reliable and faster).
• Java:
  • Updated Java client to latest version.

The ROM images for both, the SP5 and the SP5m are available for immediate download from the Club i-mate site.

 

Source: The::Unwired

 

REVIEW: SFR visKeeper Version 3

SFR has recently released the v3 of visKeeper. visKeeper allows you to store all your data securely on your WM device. The past versions of visKeeper impressed me because of their simplicity. visKeeper stored all data securely and easily without having a long feature list. But this is what some users have criticized. Everyone wants to secure a specific kind of data and that with a special kind of solution. Therefore the new version 3 was eagerly awaited. This test will show whether visKeeper could satisfy the different user needs while maintaining the simple handling.

 

Read on!

Source The::Unwired

Benchmark Result 14 WM5 Devices

SoloPalmari conducts a thorough benchmark. The results speak for themshelves.

 

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Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 5.0 upgrade – hx2000 and hx4700

Update: Download available here!

» Purchase CD Kits Now – North America Small & Medium Business Store
» Purchase Downloads Now

This upgrade offer provides you the ability to upgrade your HP iPAQ hx2000 and hx4700 series Pocket PC with Microsoft Windows Mobile Version 5.0, without purchasing new hardware.

The Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 upgrade is currently available on CD for the HP iPAQ hx2000 and HP iPAQ hx4700 series Pocket PC. The downloads are currently available just for the HP iPAQ hx2000. The downloads for the HP iPAQ hx4700 will be available soon.

The new Microsoft Windows Mobile Version 5.0 includes:

• ActiveSync 4.1, the most current synchronization software for faster management and transfer of information on your PC server
• Improved Productivity
  • Faster access to email and information
  • New Office Mobile Suite
    • Word Mobile for great document format support
    • Excel Mobile for better support when viewing and creating charts
    • PowerPoint Mobile for viewing and giving presentation on the go
  • Secure Device Management
• Integrated Multimedia (Windows Media Player 10)
  • More support for media via services and the desktop
  • More options to use media to personalize devices
• Persistent Store: helps to protect against the loss of personal data and applications when batteries discharge completely
• Pocket MSN, which permits one click access to MSN Hotmail and MSN Messenger

Note: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 is the latest Operating System for Microsoft; please check your third party websites for compatibility and driver updates.

Ordering Upgrades:

HP offers you two ways to order your Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 upgrade:

• Physical Upgrade – CD Kit – Purchase CD Kits Now – North America Small & Medium Business Store
• Electronic Download – Purchase Downloads now

» You may Purchase the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 upgrade for select the iPAQ Pocket PCs for $39.99 (US)*. Bulk orders are also available in quantities for fifty.

If you have any questions, please contact:

CD Kits – 1800 HP INVENT or 800-474-6836
Downloads – ebusinesssupport@hp.com

Hard Aluminum Case for Axim X50..Only $10 today!

This Dell Axim X50 and X50v case is made 100% made of anodized aircraft grade aluminum and designed according to the profile of the Axim handheld. The neoprene lining on top, bottom and the side holds your unit securely in place. The tight form fit neoprene on the side holds the top and bottom of the case tightly together and prevents it accidentally opening and get your handheld scratched. With this form-fitting metal deluxe case, it protects your investment. Specifications:

• Light weight aircraft grade scratch-resistant andoized aluminum.
• Precision molded case to fit your handheld perfectly.
• Neoprene lining holds your Axim securely in place, protects it against drops, shocks and collisions.
• Cutouts give easy access to Stylus, SD/MMC Expansion Slot, IR Port, Headphone Jack,Voice Memo Button and Connector.
• Activesync your handheld using a cable
• With belt clip and post system (add-on)
• Includes 2 SD card storage slots
• Includes business card holder

Available here!

SmartsKeys Utility

If you are XDA or WM5 smartphone device user…

Smartskey is a little utility that enables mapping holding softkeys to close apps, open start menu, turn volume slider into scroll slider.  Makes one handed use a breeze. Must register with XDA Developers to download or use the link below.

The following functionality can be enabled by running the program:
• Tap soft key: orginal Soft Key functions
• Tap and hold left Soft Key: Start Menu
• Tap and hold right Soft Key: Close/OK button
• Volume Slider at the left = Page Up and Page Down
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=41060&sid=fe9919e547cea5c146f1de0d7156a30a

To reset to default, soft reset the phone.
To make the program run after reset, put a shortcut at /windows/startup
Smartskey now includes a configuration file so you can make your own settings like which Soft Keys to alter, whether to use the Close/OK function to really close or only hide a program and an exception list for the Close/OK function.
You can find Smartskey on
http://htcwizard.westlands.org/wp-content/uploads/2006/02/smartskey0.4.zip

Source here!

Car Charger

VGA device , in general requires hi-output charger and those car charger costs $30-$40…

It has been reported the PSP charger can do the job beautifully at fraction of the cost $8. available at your RadioShack store near you!

Note: use the connector dongle that comes with your WM devices..And it works for other 5v DC equipment too (e.g. GPS receiver)

Detail here! 

  

Wild_Blue Theme

 

Wikipedia for WM Device

 

“Users of Pocket PCs, Smartphones and Java-enabled mobile phones running web browsers can now access a lightweight version of the Wikipedia on-line encyclopaedia. New Zealand-based company Instinct has created a mobile version of Wikipedia for mobile devices, currently available as a beta website. With over 1,025,291 entries it’s got pretty much everything users could want to know about, from mercantilism to New Zealand history to Fraggle Rock.”

Bookmark here!

Via Geekzone,PPCT

Complete Podcasting Solution for Windows Mobile

 

AcroDesign Technologies Launches New AudioBay, Introducing Podcasting to the Pocket PC AudioBay offers a complete podcasting solution for Pocket PCs—from recording to hosting Colchester, VT, USA (March 16, 2006)

AcroDesign Technologies today released the AudioBay Podcasting application for Windows Mobile Pocket PCs. AudioBay provides everything needed to publish a podcast from a Pocket PC. Within a few minutes, users can record a podcast episode using the Pocket PC’s built-in recorder and upload it to the Web over a wireless Internet connection for immediate access by the public. Podcasting is the preparation and distribution of audio files for download to desktops and digital multimedia players, such as the iPod.

AudioBay makes this process simple and mobile: users can record podcasts from anywhere and the software saves the audio in a file and then uploads it to the AcroDesign Technologies’ hosting service. As soon as the podcast is uploaded it will be available to the public as an RSS feed to download and play on desktop PCs or mobile MP3 players. “We are excited to release the first software to allow mobile users to create and publish podcasts,” said Scott Thibault, president and founder of AcroDesign Technologies. “Podcasting offers a great new way to connect with an audience and has already become a major tool for communication. AudioBay enables anyone to become a broadcaster with their own portable recording studio.” “AudioBay is an integrated solution that let my students use their Pocket PCs to speak to the world,” said Mark Frydenberg, professor of Bentley College’s intensive Introduction to Information Technology course, where students use Pocket PCs to learn about technology. “Our students served as beta-testers of AudioBay, providing them an opportunity to experiment with podcasting and for AcroDesign to gain valuable feedback about their product.”

AudioBay retails for $24.95 and is available immediately from http://www.voiceatom.com. About AcroDesign Technologies. AcroDesign Technologies is a leading provider of consumer software for mobile devices. In addition to AudioBay, AcroDesign Technologies publishes the Webster’s New World Mobile Dictionary and the PocketLight Bibles. Based in Colchester, VT, USA, the company also publishes titles for Palm OS and Smartphone devices. For more information, visit http://www.acrodesigntech.com.