Windows-powered PDAs throughout the US.
The following three WindowsForDevices.com news items detail today's three announcements by Microsoft's mobile group . . .
- Microsoft unveils Pocket PC 2003 (but with a new name) -- according to Microsoft, the 2003 version of its Pocket PC software provides enhancements in the areas of increased ease of wireless network access, improved digital media experience, and support for developers building Microsoft .NET services and applications for Pocket PC devices. Story
- Microsoft announces new brand: "Windows Mobile" -- the new brand is intended to "extend the familiarity of the Windows brand, while reflecting the uniqueness of software for mobile devices," Microsoft said. Story
- Microsoft launches Wi-Fi "hot spot" collaboration, 30-day free service -- Microsoft announced a collaboration with three leading high-speed wireless service providers -- T-Mobile HotSpot, Boingo Wireless and Wayport. The arrangement is intended to make it easier for its US customers to locate, access, and use Wi-Fi wireless services with their mobile devices, through access to more than 3,500 Wi-Fi "hot spot" locations in the US. Story
Additionally, a detailed list of key enhancements and new features in Pocket PC 2003 appears
here.
Added perspectiveHere, we provide a roundup of some of the more interesting news items and articles from around the web that relate to today's "Windows Mobile" announcements.
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