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Signage appliances run XPe
Jun. 20, 2008
DT Research has announced three "signage appliances" designed to run the company's digital signage software using Windows XP Embedded (XPe). The SA1000, SA1004, and SA2000 have flash storage or hard disk drives, up to five video outputs, aluminum cases, and fanless operation, according to the company. ...
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$75 SODIMM-sized SBC runs Windows CE 6.0
Jun. 20, 2008
India-based E-con Systems has announced a Marvell PXA270-based system on module (SOM) that sells for as little as $75. The SODIMM-sized eSOM270 runs Windows CE 6.0, includes 64MB or 128MB of RAM, and has a camera interface and a LCD controller, E-con says. ...
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Handheld scans RFID tags from 13 feet
Jun. 20, 2008
Nordic ID has introduced a Windows CE 6.0-based handheld computer capable of reading RFID tags over distances of up to 13 feet. The PL3000 Cross Dipole incorporates a pistol grip, forward-facing antenna, barcode scanner, WiFi, Bluetooth, and GSM WAN capabilities, the company says. ...
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Microsoft updates cloud sync beta
Jun. 20, 2008
Microsoft has announced updates to its software and service offering aimed at synchronizing content and enabling remote logins between multiple desktop PCs and mobile devices. Currently in invitation-only beta, Live Mesh offers 5GB of cloud-based storage, plus remote access to devices in a "personal mesh." ...
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"Video walls" run XPe
Jun. 19, 2008
Samsung has announced 40- and 46-inch displays with built-in computers running Windows XP Embedded (XPe). Targeting "video walls" for signage, the 400UXn and 460UXn have bezels under half an inch wide, 5000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, AMD Athlon64 X2 3400+ processors, and 4GB of flash, says Samsung. ...
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"Critical" XPe security fixes now available
Jun. 19, 2008
Microsoft has released four critical security fixes for the Jet database engine, Bluetooth stack, web browser, and media player in Windows XP Embedded (XPe). Along with two others fixes, rated "moderate" and "important," the patches are available now on the Mobile & Embedded Communications Extranet (ECE), Microsoft says. ...
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Asus shipping Atom-ized Eee PCs
Jun. 19, 2008
Asus is now shipping new versions of its Eee PC, both based on Intel Atom processors. The Eee PC 901 and 1000 models provide 8.9-inch and 10-inch displays, respectively, adding Bluetooth, longer battery life, improved shock resistance, faster WiFi, more storage, and WiMAX options, says Asus. ...
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Mobile WiMAX chipset boasts low idle current, tiny footprint
Jun. 18, 2008
Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) announced a mobile WiMAX chipset optimized for WiMAX devices embedded in smartphones and PDAs. According to Fujitsu, the 12x12mm Mobile WiMAX chipset offers a sub-0.5mA idle current, and supports Windows Mobile and Linux operating systems. ...
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ARM11 SoC gains dev kit
Jun. 18, 2008
Freescale Semiconductor is shipping a product development kit (PDK) for its ARM11-based i.MX31 system-on-chip (SoC). The kit includes a CPU module, a "Personality" (peripherals) module, a debugging device, and board support packages (BSPs) for either Windows CE or Linux. ...
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Microsoft targets PNDs with new embedded OS
Jun. 16, 2008
Microsoft has announced an operating system "designed specifically for OEMs building handheld PNDs" (portable navigation devices). Windows Embedded NavReady 2009 is based on Windows CE 5.0, but adds enhanced Bluetooth capabilities, SideShow functionality, Live Search, and MSN Direct technologies, according to the company. ...
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Windows Mobile tipped as MID OS
Jun. 13, 2008
Windows Mobile could see use in MIDs (mobile Internet devices), suggests a report from Forward Concepts. The report, aimed at quantifying MID-related opportunities for chip makers, identifies TI and Qualcomm as well-positioned in an emergent market expected to reach 40 million unit shipments globally within four years. ...
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Code profiler for .NET CF apps now four times faster
Jun. 13, 2008
Eqatec has updated its free code analysis tool for Microsoft's .NET and .NET Compact Framework (CF). Claimed to be the only code profiler available for .NET CF, version 1.2 of the Eqatec Profiler adds a claimed four-fold speed improvement, and several new features. ...
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PC/104-Plus SBC supports dual displays
Jun. 13, 2008
Axiomtek has announced a PC/104-Plus single board computer (SBC) that targets thin clients, transportation and portable medical equipment. Running fanlessly with 600MHz or 1GHz Celeron processors, the AX12280 supports dual displays, is available with a USB-based DOM (disk on module). ...
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Windows Mobile client supports "voice IM"
Jun. 12, 2008
The British company Palringo has announced a free Windows Mobile chat client offering single sign-on access to multiple instant messaging (IM) networks. In addition to text messages, the eponymous "Palringo" client also lets users exchange pictures and voice messages for free, the company says. ...
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New spec promises HD-TV over existing home wires
Jun. 12, 2008
An emerging gigabit-speed, triple-wire technology called G.hn could ship in 42 million units by 2013, says ABI Research. Under development by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and promoted by a group called the HomeGrid Alliance, G.hn is billed as an HD IPTV-capable successor to current powerline networking standards. ...
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First Soleus-based PND set to ship
Jun. 12, 2008
Intrinsyc Software has announced the launch of the first consumer device using Soleus, its Windows CE-based application software stack. Mio's Moov 380 PND (personal navigation device) includes GPS, tri-band GSM telephony, a SIM card slot, and a 4.3-inch display, according to the companies.
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Mozilla previews Firefox Mobile
Jun. 12, 2008
Mozilla Labs has posted a video preview, source code, and an online demo of its forthcoming mobile web browser. Code-named "Fennec" for now, Firefox Mobile features an innovative full-screen, finger-friendly interface with iPhone-like "kinetic" scrolling and Mac-like "expose" feature for tabs. ...
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Quad UARTs speed to 16Mbps
Jun. 11, 2008
Exar says it is shipping a family of quad universal asynchronous receiver/transmitter (UART) chips that offer low voltage (1.62V) and a data rate of up to 16Mbps. The Windows-compatible XR16M554/564/654 series targets telecommunications equipment, cellular data devices, portable appliances, and factory automation/process control, says Exar. ...
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Windows Mobile organizer's now 6.1-compatible
Jun. 11, 2008
PhatWare has released a new version of its notes organizer for Windows Mobile-based smartphones and PDAs. PhatNotes version 5.3 adds support for Windows Mobile 6.1, an improved auto-backup feature, better Windows Vista compatibility, and accessibility from the Windows taskbar. ...
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Microsoft seeks TechEd feedback
Jun. 11, 2008
Software Architect Mike Hall has blogged asking for feedback on the Windows Embedded content at last week's TechEd 2008 conference, where in addition to launching Windows Embedded Standard (WES), the Windows Embedded team presented three pre-conference tutorials and 25 sessions on Microsoft's embedded ...
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HP GPS phone accepts voice commands
Jun. 11, 2008
HP is readying a Windows Mobile 6.1 phone with built-in GPS functionality and a voice-operated control interface. The "iPAQ 900 Series Business Messenger" has a QWERTY keyboard and optional three megapixel camera, and can download data at up to 7.2Mbps via HSDPA (high-speed downlink packet access). ...
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WinMo hacker .NETS an app a day
Jun. 11, 2008
On Jun. 1, software developer Chris Craft pledged to write 30 Windows Mobile applications in 30 days, publishing both executables and source code. Now a third of the way through his "30 Days of .NET" marathon, Craft has celebrated by posting two applications in one day. ...
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MS launches WES "bug challenge"
Jun. 10, 2008
Microsoft has announced a "bug challenge," designed to attract testers to its recently released beta of Windows Embedded Standard ("WES"). Those submitting the "most unique and useful" feedback in any of twelve categories by Jul. 3 will win a digital picture frame, says Microsoft. ...
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Rugged scanning handheld features GPS, 3G telephony
Jun. 10, 2008
America's largest mobile phone maker has unveiled a rugged cellular-connected handheld with long-term availability. Merging mobile phone, PDA, scanning, and imaging capabilities, the ruggedized, GPS-equipped Motorola MC75 "Enterprise Digital Assistant" runs Windows Mobile 6.0, offers numeric or alphanumeric keypads, and boasts a 3.5-inch, VGA touchscreen display. ...
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Free WinMo utilities sign CABs, ping, tracert
Jun. 10, 2008
A development services provider specializing in mobile applications for the enterprise is giving away a pair of free Windows Mobile utilities. Enterprise Mobile's "IP Utility" and "CAB Signing Utility" are freely downloadable tools aimed at showing off the company's programming prowess. ...
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