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Online tool compares Windows Mobile and BlackBerry TCO — Dec. 12, 2007 — A developer of online TCO (total cost-of-ownership) calculators has published a tool purporting to compare the cost of competing mobile platforms. Alinean's "Windows Mobile Messaging TCO" tool, developed in collaboration with Wipro, claims Windows Mobile solutions cost up to 28 percent less than those based on RIM BlackBerry. ...

Tool simplifies Windows Mobile forms — Dec. 12, 2007 —

Resco has announced a new tool intended to help developers add forms to their Windows Mobile applications. Resco MobileForms Toolkit 2008 is a suite of controls optimized for Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 and .NET Compact Framework 3.5, according to the company. ...

Advanced mezzanine card runs Windows XP Embedded — Dec. 11, 2007 —

Concurrent Technologies has introduced a processor module that employs the AMC (advanced mezzanine card) form-factor and runs Windows XP Embedded. The AM 110/10x supports Core 2 Duo processors and uses Intel's "server-class" 3100 chipset, according to the company.

Microkernel software virtualizes Windows CE on ARMv6 — Dec. 11, 2007 —

OK Labs says its microkernel for processor virtualization is now ready to support the ARMv6 architecture and Windows CE. The company hopes that as a result, mobile phone designers using ARM11-based processors will tap its OKL4 microkernel to add security features such as DRM, or to ...

"Poor man's GPS" for Windows Mobile triangulates via cell towers — Dec. 11, 2007 —

Mexens Technology has released a new version of its wireless positioning software for Windows Mobile, providing "virtual GPS" to cell phones without any GPS hardware. Navizon Lite obtains a user's position by triangulating among cell towers, with an accuracy of approximately a mile, according to Mexens. ...

Via offers DIY pico-ITX kit — Dec. 11, 2007 —

Via has discovered a cheap source of labor to build ultra-mini PCs based on its pico-ITX boards: its customers. Via's $300 Artigo pico-ITX kit provides a Via C7 1GHz-based pico-ITX motherboard, a case, and everything else do-it-yourselfers might need except storage, RAM, and an operating system. ...

HMI device runs Windows XP or CE on 7 inch touchscreen — Dec. 10, 2007 —

Kontron has added a smaller, "cost conscious" LCD option to its line of thin-client HMI (human-machine interface) subsystems. The M@C70 Micro Client is based on the company's ETX-format SBCs (single board computers), has a touchscreen LCD, and supports both Windows CE and Windows XP Embedded.

Mobile productivity suite blocks unapproved devices — Dec. 10, 2007 — Sybase subsidiary iAnywhere Solutions has added new security functionality to its software suite that targets enterprises with mobile workforces. The Information Anywhere application suite now can prevent unsecured Windows Mobile devices from receiving sensitive or confidential Microsoft Exchange email and personal information manager (PIM) data, according to the company. ...

Alternative Windows phone stack to support vector graphics — Dec. 10, 2007 —

Intrinsyc has announced what appears to be another major design win for its Windows CE-based phone software stack. A "leading Japan-based OEM of consumer electronics products" will adopt the Soleus platform for a "new generation of connected consumer electronics and wireless devices," the company said. ...

Embedded controller runs Windows CE or XP Embedded — Dec. 07, 2007 —

Adlink Technology has added to its line of GEME (General Embedded Machine Engine) embedded controllers. The GEME-42000 and GEME-52000 support Windows CE and Windows XP Embedded, and target applications requiring continuous operation and remote control, such as machine tools and digital video capture, the company says. ...

Module brings vibration sensing to Windows Mobile PDAs — Dec. 07, 2007 —

Datastick Systems has announced a module that turns Windows Mobile 5.0 based PDAs into compact, portable vibration sensors. The VSA-1225 docks with selected HP iPAQ models to form a self-contained instrument, according to the company. ...

ETX module offers SATA, supports Windows XP Embedded and CE — Dec. 07, 2007 —

Kontron has announced the latest in its series of ETX 3.0-compatible computer-on-modules (COMs). The ETX-PM3, touted as a "long life" product, supports Pentium M or Celeron M processors, and is compatible with Windows CE and Windows XP Embedded, according to the company. ...

Michelin guide goes Windows CE — Dec. 06, 2007 —

Known for tires and restaurant guides, Michelin has now announced an in-car GPS unit that runs Windows CE 5.0. The compact X-970T includes hotel and restaurant reviews from the Michelin guide as well as maps of the U.K, Ireland, and mainland Europe, according to the company. ...

Chinese smartphones run Windows Mobile 6 — Dec. 06, 2007 — Beijing-based Santek has announced three new Windows Mobile 6 phones to be sold in the U.S. in unlocked form by an undisclosed partner, according to the company. The devices include the SSGN3, with built-in GPS; the slim SSDC850; and the FM-radio equipped SSN5, according to the company.

PICMG card debuts Intel's Q35 chipset — Dec. 06, 2007 —

Industrial computer manufacturer IEI Technology Corp. announced a new PICMG 1.3 CPU card based on Intel's Q35 Express Chipset. The PCIE-Q350 is one of the first cards based on the power-efficient Q35, which supports upcoming 45nm versions of Intel Core 2 Duo processors. ...

Silent media-friendly mini-PC ships with Vista — Dec. 06, 2007 —

Asus has announced a device it's calling a "two-liter" PC, referring to the system's small volume. Measuring 9 x 7.25 x 2 inches, the Nova offers integral speakers, plus 5:1 surround sound via a digital optical output. ...

Sofware synchronizes Macs with Windows Mobile devices — Dec. 05, 2007 —

Eltima Software has released software intended to synchronize Windows Mobile 5 and 6 devices with Macintosh OS X computers. SyncMate can sync contacts, calendars, folders, bookmarks, photos, music, and other content via USB, according to the company.

Pioneering UMPC goes 3G for Europe and Asia — Dec. 05, 2007 —

OQO has announced a new version of its pioneering ultra-mobile PC. Aimed at customers in Europe and Asia, the OQO model e2 includes a 3G UMTS/HSDPA wireless interface said to support download speeds of up to 3.6 Mbps, according to the company. ...

EBX SBC takes high heat — Dec. 05, 2007 —

VersaLogic is shipping a new extended-temperature version of its EBX format single-board computer (SBC) based on a Geode LX-800 processor. The "Python" SBC supports reliable fanless operation, and can now operate in environments from -40 to 85 deg. C, according to the company. ...

Revised thin client supports local drive — Dec. 05, 2007 —

Netherlands-based Acropolis Automation has revised its high-end thin client. The Athena T3100T adds space for an internal hard disk drive, and lets a company deploy a mix of thin clients and PCs based on exactly the same hardware, according to the company. ...

Palm unlocks Treo 750, releases Windows Mobile 6 upgrade — Dec. 05, 2007 —

Palm has released a long-awaited upgrade to Windows Mobile 6 for AT&T customers using its Treo 750 smartphone. At the same time, it has begun selling an unlocked version of the device direct from its website. ...

Mini-ITX boards gain dual-DVI video expansion — Dec. 05, 2007 —

Liantec announced a new Windows CE-ready dual-display daughtercard for its mini-ITX systems. Adhering to the Taiwanese company's Tiny-Bus format, and based on Intel's DVDO interface, the TBM-16SDVOD offers dual-channel DVI video for digital signage, kiosks, point-of-sale (POS), game consoles, set-top boxes (STBs), and other embedded multimedia ...

Soft keyboard boasts speedy text input for Windows Mobile — Dec. 04, 2007 —

CooTek has announced a virtual keyboard technology for Windows Mobile 5.0 and 6.0 it claims is a "truly practical alternative to a hardware keyboard, even for business users." TouchPal, free to download until Dec. 8th, permits entering up to 300 characters per minute, the company claims. ...

Windows XPe thin clients gain virtualization support — Dec. 04, 2007 —

Igel Technology has updated its Windows XP Embedded-based thin client firmware, adding thin client virtualization support. The new release adds compatibility with WMWare's Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and VDI management software from Leostream, along with support for Microsoft's latest Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) release. ...

NEC home media server uses Windows Embedded clients — Dec. 04, 2007 —

NEC has announced a home media server designed to send content to specialized thin clients based on Windows CE or Window XP Embedded. The "Lui" server and companion "Remoter" clients will be available in Japan during the first half of 2008, according to the company. ...

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