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Atom-based CPU module runs Windows CE, XP Embedded —
Apr. 10, 2008 —
 Applied Data Systems (ADS) has introduced an Intel Atom-based development system built around a 3.9 x 2.8 inch computer-on-module (COM). The Catalyst targets ruggedized handheld, medical, and industrial designs, has a wide variety of interfaces, and runs Windows XP Embedded or Windows CE, the company says. ...
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Mobile Firefox gets speedup, design tweaks —
Apr. 09, 2008 —
 The Mozilla Foundation says the mobile version of Firefox, planned for release later this year, has been sped up nearly 600 percent in its latest builds. The evolving product, which will run on Windows Mobile devices, has also received several interesting new user interface (UI) proposals. ...
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UMPC features camera, sliding keyboard —
Apr. 09, 2008 —
 Gigabyte has launched a UMPC that runs either Windows Vista or Windows XP on a Via C7-M ULV processor. The M704 features a seven-inch touchscreen display, 1.3 megapixel camera, a sliding QWERTY keyboard, 768MB of DDR2 RAM, and a 60GB hard drive, Gigabyte says. ...
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Extra-rugged COM Express module runs Windows —
Apr. 09, 2008 —
 Ampro has announced an "extreme rugged" computer-on-module (COM) using the COM Express form-factor. Targeting avionics, military, and medical applications, the COM 840 operates from -40 to 185 deg. F, has a 1.6GHz Core 2 Duo processor, and accepts up to 4GB of RAM, the company says. ...
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Security audit appliance runs Windows XP Embedded —
Apr. 09, 2008 —
 eEye Digital Security has released an "appliance" version of its flagship network security scanner product. Based on Windows XP Embedded, the Retina Appliance 651 can scan for vulnerabilities on up to 5,000 network assets, including PCs, servers, routers, wireless devices, and databases, according to the company. ...
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Flash duper programs ten devices at once —
Apr. 09, 2008 —
 UK-based embedded device manufacturer Datasound Laboratories (DSL) has started shipping a RAID-based duplicating appliance for CompactFlash cards and IDE DiskOnModules and hard drives. The Flash Duplicator can program up to ten target devices at once, regardless of format, OS, or partition type, the vendor claims. ...
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UMPC squeezes in optical drive —
Apr. 08, 2008 —
 Singapore-based Kohjinsha has announced an ultra-mobile PC (UMPC) that features an integrated optical drive and a touchscreen that pivots into tablet position. The "SR8KPO6S" has a seven-inch display with 1024 x 600 resolution, 802.11b/g, Bluetooth, a 1.3 megapixel camera, and a 60GB hard drive, says Kohjinsha. ...
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ARM9-based chip gets Windows CE 6.0 BSP —
Apr. 08, 2008 —
 Adeneo has announced a Windows CE 6.0 board support package (BSP) for NXP's ARM9-based LH7A404 SoC (system-on-chip). The BSP supports the 200MHz SoC's display, touchscreen, audio, and USB functionality, along with peripherals found on a separately available Logic Product Development development board, according to the company. ...
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Security software wipes stolen data remotely —
Apr. 08, 2008 —
 Kaspersky Lab has introduced software aimed at letting individual owners of lost or stolen Windows Mobile phones block access and delete data remotely. Kaspersky Mobile Security also filters SMS spam messages, scans incoming files for malware in real time, and includes a firewall, the company says. ...
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HP debuts Via-based mini-laptop —
Apr. 08, 2008 —
 HP has entered the mini-laptop arena with a device targeting education and cost-conscious consumers. The HP 2133 Mini-Note PC runs Windows Vista or XP, weighs 2.8 pounds, has a nine-inch display, uses a Via C7-M ULV processor, and offers solid-state or hard disk storage, HP says. ...
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Windows Mobile terminal emulator adds encryption —
Apr. 07, 2008 —
 Aton has updated its terminal emulation software for Windows Mobile devices. Aton Connect version 8.1 adds end-to-end TLS (transport layer security) and SSL (secure sockets layer) security, without hardware modifications or middleware, according to the company. ...
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Running XP Embedded on Asus's Eee mini-laptop —
Apr. 07, 2008 —
 The Asus Eee mini-laptop doesn't just run Linux; it can also run Microsoft's Windows XP Embedded (XPe). An interesting new post on the Embedded Windows team's blog tells how to create a USB-based boot disk that lets the Eee boot a custom-tailored XPe installation whenever desired. ...
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AC/DC PC runs MS Windows CE —
Apr. 07, 2008 —
 Eikon has announced a CPU module and carrier board that measure 6.3 x 3.4 inches, and accept either AC or DC power. The Trumpet comes pre-installed with a fast-booting implementation of Windows CE 4.2, and targets process control, thin clients, LCD interfaces, and multimedia devices. ...
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Windows Mobile 6 phone features 2Mbps uploads —
Apr. 07, 2008 —
 Samsung has used Windows Mobile 6.0 in its first-ever mobile phone to support HSUPA (high-speed uplink packet access). The SCH-M470 can upload data at up to 2Mbps, and has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a two megapixel camera, and WiFi and Bluetooth. ...
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Via chipset supports 64-bit mobile devices —
Apr. 04, 2008 —
 Via Technology has released two core-logic chips targeting embedded devices, mini-PCs, mini-laptops, and UMPCs (ultra-mobie PCs). The VX800 and VX800U integrate northbridge and southbridge functionality plus other mobile-oriented functions, and pair up with Via's Eden, C7, C7-M, and upcoming Isaiah processors, according to the company. ...
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Rugged automation computer runs Windows CE and XP Embedded —
Apr. 04, 2008 —
 Axiomtek has released a high-end embedded computer designed for automation, digital signage, and in-vehicle use. The fanless eBox630-821-FL runs Windows CE or XP Embedded, and offers dual gigabit Ethernet ports, four USB ports, four COM ports, and high-end graphics and video. ...
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Mini-notebook sports GPS, WiMAX —
Apr. 04, 2008 —
 Everex plans to switch its mini-notebook to Windows Vista, and add both "ubiquitous Internet" and GPS, it announced. The CloudBook Max features a 1.6GHz Via processor, nine-inch display, 80GB hard drive, WiFi, Bluetooth, and a WiMAX radio chip that works with Sprint's XOHM network, Everex says. ...
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MID dev kit sports Centrino Atom chipset —
Apr. 04, 2008 —
 Sophia Systems has announced a MID (mobile internet device) development platform using Intel's new Centrino Atom chipset. The "Peartree" features a five-inch touchscreen display, TV, camera, 4GB of solid-state storage, 802.11b/g and Bluetooth, plus an extension unit with GPS and a 40GB hard drive, Sophia says. ...
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UPnP middleware gets DLNA certification —
Apr. 04, 2008 —
A French company says its UPnP Server middleware stack has been approved by the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA). Awox's "mediaCTRL" middleware supports Windows CE running on Marvell PXA270 processors, and Windows XP or Linux running on x86 systems, according to the company. ...
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Microsoft spares XP for low-cost laptops —
Apr. 03, 2008 —
 Microsoft has given Windows XP an extended stay of execution. The company announced today that Windows XP Home Edition will continue to be available until at least June 2010, though only on devices it terms ultra-low-cost PCs (ULCPCs), like the Asus Eee and Intel Classmate mini-laptops. ...
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Pico-ITX to "go stackable" —
Apr. 03, 2008 —
 Via's Pico-ITX motherboard form factor may be bound for glory. The form factor has been adopted by the Small Form Factor SIG (special interest group), a group of board and connector vendors apparently planning to add a stackable expansion interface to the tiny motherboard form factor. ...
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Intel updates junior laptop —
Apr. 03, 2008 —
 Intel has unveiled a new version of its Classmate mini-laptop reference design. Now targeting consumers and schoolchildren both, and running Windows XP or Linux, the device has a 30GB hard drive, a revised touchpad and keyboard, webcam, and a nine-inch screen.
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Video showcases Windows Mobile 6.1 features —
Apr. 03, 2008 —
 Microsoft's Windows Mobile team has produced an online video showcasing new features in Windows Mobile 6.1. The 40-minute program demonstrates a variety of devices, along with the operating system's new home screen, task manager, threaded SMS, and other innovations. The ...
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Russian Windows Mobile phones target the well-heeled —
Apr. 02, 2008 —
 If your present Windows Mobile phone is lacking in elegance, Russian manufacturer Gresso might have the solution you seek. Its "Sol Steel" and "Luna Steel" cost nearly $5,500 each, and feature cases made of 200-year-old African Blackwood, sapphire crystal glass, steel, and titanium, Gresso says.
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HTC announces unlocked Windows Mobile 6.1 phone —
Apr. 02, 2008 —
 HTC has announced the U.S. release of a smartphone that runs Windows Mobile 6.1 and will be sold in unlocked, carrier-independent form. The Touch Dual has a touchscreen user interface, a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, dual cameras, plus GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900Mhz) and HSDPA (850/1900Mhz) connectivity, the company says. ...
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