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Windows CE 5.0-based PMP offers free WiFi access — Sep. 05, 2007 — Commodore International has announced free WiFi access for its Windows CE 5.0-based portable music player (PMP). Called the Gravel in Pocket, the rounded device has an 802.11 b/g wireless adapter and an unusual rear-mounted shuttle control. ...
JTAG emulator supports DaVinci DM355 — Sep. 05, 2007 — Signum Systems has started shipping a JTAG emulator tailored for use with TI's recently launched sub-$10 DaVinci SoC (system-on-chip). The JTAGjet-355 USB emulator comes with support for TI's TMS320DM355 (DM355) and DVEVM development module, and works with Microsoft's Windows CE Platform Builder. ...
Does Windows XPe need a driver componentizer? — Sep. 05, 2007 — Creating a working image for a Windows XP Embedded device can occasionally be frustrating. Andy Allred, test manager for the Windows XP Embedded team, has written on the team's blog about the "driver componentizer," a theoretical tool that could make the process dramatically easier. ...
NTT DoCoMo adds Windows Mobile smartphones — Sep. 05, 2007 — NTT DoCoMo has announced two new smartphones that run the Japanese edition of Windows Mobile 6.0. The F1100 and HT1100 both feature slide-out keyboards and are designed for NTT DoCoMo's 3G FOMA (Freedom of Multimedia Access) network, the company says. ...
4G wireless? Don't hold your breath! — Sep. 04, 2007 — What will "4G" (fourth generation) wireless technology be? No one quite knows yet, and it will take three or four years to deploy, according to a new report by research firm In-Stat. ...
Windows CE powers Porsche-designed GPS — Sep. 04, 2007 — Think your sports car would be let down by a mass-market GPS system? Then Navigon has announced the unit for you, styled by Porsche Design. The "extremely slim" P9611 features a 4.3-inch display with a 16:9 aspect ratio and reportedly runs Windows CE. ...
Ultra-mobile device has webcam, QWERTY keyboard — Sep. 04, 2007 — Packard Bell has introduced a notebook-style ultra-mobile device that includes a 7-inch display and a full QWERTY keyboard. The EasyNote XS also incorporates a webcam and a 30 GB hard drive, ...
Industrial PCs sport flat panel displays — Sep. 04, 2007 — Advantech has introduced two new computers that both support Windows XP Embedded and offer 12.1-inch flat panel displays. The TPC-1270H is a compact touch-panel computer, while the AWS-8129H is an industrial workstation with nine expansion slots. ...
Sub-$10 processor does HD video, runs Windows CE — Sep. 04, 2007 — [Updated Sep. 18] -- Texas Instruments (TI) is sampling an ultra low-cost, ARM9-based embedded processor with an integrated high-definition (HD) video encoder. The chipmaker launched its sub-$10 TMS320DM355 SoC (system-on-chip), which runs Windows CE, at the IBC video broadcaster's convention in London this week. ...
iPhone vs. Windows Mobile? partners make the difference — Aug. 31, 2007 — What's the difference between an iPhone and a Windows Mobile device? Actually, a new post on the Windows Mobile team's blog doesn't mention Brand X at all, yet author Mike Calligaro goes to the heart of what makes Windows Mobile different -- and arguably more vibrant. ...
Embedded flash module targets consumer devices — Aug. 31, 2007 — SanDisk has expanded its solid-state drive (SSD) product line with a module a quarter the size of 1.8-inch hard drives. The flash-based uSSD 5000 is designed to be embedded on the motherboards of low-cost PCs, such as Intel's Classmate, or other consumer devices. ...
Adobe adds H.264 to Flash Player — Aug. 30, 2007 — In what promises to boost video quality in desktop, mobile, and embedded devices, Adobe announced that it has added H.264 support to its popular Flash Player software. "Flash Player 9, Update 3 beta" is available for download from Adobe's Labs website, and supports Windows XP, Macintosh OS X, and Linux. ...
Windows Embedded GM to keynote conference — Aug. 30, 2007 — Kevin Dallas, general manager of Microsoft's Windows Embedded business unit, is to deliver a keynote address advocating the company's products for use in a new generation of products. The speech, "Smart, Connected, Service-Oriented Devices," will take place at next month's Embedded Systems Conference (ESC) in Boston. ...
Rugged mobile computer sports six video inputs — Aug. 30, 2007 — Advantech has introduced a mobile digital video platform that features a 1.2 GHz Core Duo processor and runs Windows XP Embedded. The company claims the DVS-355M to be "the smallest industrial-grade PC-based system that supports six camera inputs." ...
Automated bartender runs Windows XPe — Aug. 29, 2007 — Digital Beverages has announced a computer-controlled beverage dispenser that runs Windows XP Embedded (XPe). Aimed at both home and institutional users, the MyFountain can automatically pour hot, cold, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, the company says. ...
Pico-ITX motherboard ships below $300 — Aug. 29, 2007 — Via's first motherboard in the tiny, 3.8 x 2.8-inch pico-ITX format appears to be shipping now, for unexpectedly low prices. Announced earlier this year, the x86-compatible PX10000G uses a 1 GHz VIA C7 processor and reportedly offers performance comparable to larger boards. ...
Microsoft Robotics Studio applications showcased — Aug. 29, 2007 — In a recent entry on his blog, Windows Embedded software architect Mike Hall discusses two interesting examples of how Microsoft's robotics technologies are being used. Hall describes a self-balancing robot and a self-driving car, both developed with the aid of Microsoft Robotics Studio. ...
Treo 750 gets Windows Mobile 6, HSDPA support — Aug. 29, 2007 — Palm has released a downloadable update that migrates its Treo 750 smartphone to Windows Mobile 6 Professional. Among other enhancements, the free update enables the phone's HSDPA (high-speed downlink packet access) capability, the company says.
3.5G smartphone folds like a tiny laptop — Aug. 28, 2007 — Prolific device-maker HTC has introduced yet another mobile handset, this time a smartphone design featuring a slide-out QWERTY keyboard and 3.5G HSDPA connectivity. The TyTn II runs Windows Mobile 6 Professional, according to the company. ...
Windows Mobile-based PMP does WiFi — Aug. 28, 2007 — Toshiba has introduced a pair of flash-based portable media players (PMPs) said to run Windows Mobile. At under half an inch thick, the Gigabeat T401 features a 2.4-inch display and 4 GB of storage, while the model T401S adds WiFi, ...
HT remote pairs ZigBee and WiFi, runs Windows CE — Aug. 28, 2007 — A new remote control panel for home theater (HT) is claimed to be the world's first to offer both WiFi and ZigBee wireless interfaces. Advantech's UbiQ-350 also features a 7-inch touchscreen and the "Windows CE 5.0 core" operating system, ...
U.K. conference targets embedded developers — Aug. 28, 2007 — The U.K.'s 13th annual Embedded Systems Show will take place Oct. 17 and 18 in Birmingham. According to the organizers, this is the country's largest event for system engineers and embedded software developers. ...
Compact GPS runs Windows CE — Aug. 28, 2007 — Horizon Melody Ltd. has introduced a compact automotive GPS system with a 3.5-inch touchscreen. The Windows CE 4.2-based GPS-3505 comes with a car bracket and power adapter, and includes both a built-in speaker and stereo output, ...
Windows CE-based console tracks copying cost — Aug. 27, 2007 — Equitrac has announced a Windows CE-powered control console that connects to a wide variety of office copiers. Intended for laywers, accountants, and other professionals, the TouchPoint Console tracks copier usage, avoiding waste and ensuring accurate client billing, the company says. ...
WiMAX gathering set for Chicago — Aug. 27, 2007 — A trade show claimed to be "the largest WiMAX-focused event ever held" will take place next month in Chicago. The fourth annual WiMAX World USA, scheduled for Sept. 25 through 27, will feature "participation by virtually all WiMAX players," ...

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