New COM design claims extra robustness —  MEN Micro has sent a new contender into the COM (computer-on-module) standards arena, and an Intel Atom-based COM along with it. The ESMexpress format targets harsh environments such as railways, supports operating temperatures from -55 to 125 deg. C, and is processor-architecture agnostic, the company says. ...
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Windows Mobile 6.1 phone has sportscar styling —  Asus has entered the "designer" phone market with a new Windows Mobile 6.1 device co-branded with the automaker Lamborghini. The Asus-Lamborghini ZX1 offers a carbon-fiber case, customizable "racing" user interface, nine-way directional controller, GPS, WiFi, and a bevy of software add-ons, says Asus. ...
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SDIO controller supports multiple memory cards — QuickLogic has upgraded its SDIO host controller IP (intellectual property) with support for multiple, independent memory cards. Available for three different QuickLogic FPGAs (field programmable gate arrays), the SDIO PSB ("proven system block") targets handheld devices that require more than the typical 8GB available per memory card, says QuickLogic. ...
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Bsquare reports income up 57 percent —  Windows Embedded software specialist Bsquare has posted some encouraging financial data. The first quarter of 2008 became the company's tenth consecutive quarter of year-over-year revenue growth, sixth straight profitable quarter, and sixth consecutive increase in cash and investments, according to today's reports. ...
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ARM-based controller has StackableUSB expansion —  Micro/sys has announced the first single-board computer (SBC) combining its StackableUSB expansion bus with an ARM-based XScale processor. Intended as an industrial controller or protocol converter, the RCB1626 runs Windows CE, has dual 10/100 Ethernet ports, and operates from -40 to 85 degC, the company says. ...
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Microsoft unveils Windows Embedded Standard launch plans —  Microsoft will launch a downloadable "customer technology preview" of a next-generation embedded OS on Jun. 2, it announced. Formerly known as Windows XP Embedded, Windows Embedded Standard 2008 boasts updated Internet Explorer and RDP (remote desktop protocol) packages, among other touted improvements, Microsoft said. ...
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New Palms on horizon? —  According to TamsPPC -- the PocketPC Blog, Palm is rallying software partners for a Q3 launch of two new smartphones. The blog reported an insider tip on two Palm smartphones code-named "Zeppelin" and "Skywriter," which have been rumored to run Windows Mobile and/or Linux. ...
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Yahoo! aims web services at mobile phones —  Yahoo! is beta-testing a new build of its free "Go" application, aimed at letting people access its suite of online services from their Windows Mobile phones. Yahoo! Go 3.0 integrates Yahoo! email, photos, maps, stock quotes, and more, and is extensible via third-party widgets. ...
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Thin, light phone runs Windows Mobile 6.1 —  Samsung has announced a Windows Mobile 6.1 phone it touts as being among the world's thinnest and lightest. The i200 is under half an inch thick, weighs 3.6 ounces, has a 2.3-inch QVGA screen, includes Bluetooth 2.0, and features a two-megapixel camera. ...
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Phone boots either Windows Mobile or Linux —  Hong Kong-based Exon International Technology has announced a smartphone whose firmware lets it boot into either Windows Mobile 6.0 or Linux. The MP747-SM weighs just 3.2 ounces, and includes a 2.4-inch touchscreen display, 1.3 megapixel camera, 64MB of RAM, and quad-band GSM/GPRS connectivity. ...
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Precision surveying tool runs Windows CE —  Sokkia Co. Ltd. has announced a precision optical "total station" surveying instrument using Windows CE 5.0. The NET05 operates over distances up to 11,480 feet, measures within 2.4 seconds, automatically follows targets moving at up to 56mph, and is accurate to half a millimeter, claims Sokkia. ...
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Security software denies rogue apps on XPe —  Savant Protection has announced an endpoint security solution for Windows XP Embedded-based systems, including ATMs and POS (point of sales/service) systems. Savant's "Protection" package aims to stop unauthorized software from running, while having very little effect on system or network performance, according to the vendor. ...
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Panel PCs support PoE, Windows CE —  Contendo Systems GmBH has announced two flat-panel PCs that run Windows CE and can use PoE (power over Ethernet). The ITP-070 and ITP-104 feature touchscreen displays, microSD storage, sealed aluminum cases, and Marvell PXA270 or PXA320 processors running at up to 806MHz, says Contendo. |
Barcode scanning PDA has VGA display —  Datalogic says it is now shipping a rugged PDA featuring Windows CE 5.0 or 6.0 operating systems, along with optional GSM/GPRS/EDGE communications. The Pegaso withstands five-foot drops and offers a full VGA display, integrated barcode scanner, wireless local area networking, and optional dock. ...
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SBC hosts quad-core Xeons —  Win Enterprises is shipping a single-board computer (SBC) that supports two 45nm Quad-Core Intel Xeon processors with extended lifecycle support. The Windows-compatible MB-60630 offers a dual-socketed PICMG 1.3 format, and targets military systems, medical imaging, scientific analysis, digital media, and oil and gas exploration. ...
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ARM ICE gains Windows CE support —  ARM says its in-circuit emulator (ICE) can now be used from within Microsoft's Visual Studio toolsuite. The feat is possible thanks to a new driver that ARM developed for the RealView ICE with support built in for Microsoft's eXDI (extended debugging interface). ...
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Shock resistant automation computer runs Windows —  Axiomtek has announced a fanless embedded computer based on one of its existing SBCs (single board computers). Targeting applications such as digital signage or industrial control, the shock-resistant eBox647-FL boots Windows XP Embedded or Windows CE from CompactFlash, according to the company. ...
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Major automaker adopts Microsoft Auto —  Microsoft has announced a new design win for its Windows CE-based automotive technology, Microsoft Auto. The Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group (HKAG) will use the product in a voice-controlled infotainment system to be available in its 2010 vehicles, the companies announced. ...
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Windows-compatible SBC boasts small size, low heat —  GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms announced a Windows-compatible single-board computer (SBC) that adheres to the military-friendly VPX format. The company claims the "ruggedized" VPXcel3 SBC320 is the first 3U VPX SBC with an Intel Core2 Duo and "server-class" memory that also boasts low heat dissipation. ...
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HTC phone features fingertip browsing —  HTC has announced a Windows Mobile 6.1-based phone featuring an enhanced, more finger-friendly version of the company's distinctive animated 3D "TouchFlow" user interface. The Touch Diamond also sports a diamond-faceted case, 2.8-inch VGA-resolution touchscreen, three-megapixel camera, GPS, FM radio, and 4GB of storage. ...
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Qt release finalizes support for Windows CE, Mobile —  Trolltech has released a new version of its cross-platform application development framework. Qt version 4.4 supports Windows CE and Windows Mobile as build targets, and incorporates the Webkit open-source browser engine, along with a new multimedia framework and support for multi-CPU systems, the company says. ...
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Phone has TV receiver, 2.6-inch VGA screen —  Gigabyte Communications has used Windows Mobile 6 to build a phone with a built-in digital TV receiver and 2.6-inch VGA (640 x 480) display. The GSmart t600 also boasts a two-megapixel camera with macro capabilities, four-band GSM connectivity, WiFi, and Bluetooth 2.0. ...
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Windows CE-based PND boasts 3D views —  Altina has announced a Windows CE 5.0-based PND (personal navigation device) that displays 3D images, including buildings, roadsigns, and even trees. Featuring a 4.3-inch touchscreen display and SD card expansion, the A850 also offers an alternative 2D view. ...
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Fujitsu upgrades convertible UMPC —  Fujitsu has announced a new 60GB hard drive option and optional HSUPA (high speed uplink packet access) modem for its convertible UMPC. The LifeBook U810 has a pivoting 5.6-inch touchscreen, an 800MHz A110 processor, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.0, and an integral fingerprint sensor, according to the company. ...
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Microsoft launches Windows Mobile site for salespeople —  Microsoft has launched a new website devoted to Windows Mobile, and targeting "anyone who sells mobile phones or works in the mobile industry." Windows Mobile Connection features background information on the operating system, mobile industry news, Microsoft press releases, and discussion forums, the company says. ...
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