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Embedded devices gain distributed computing tools — Nov. 03, 2008 — Microsoft announced a set of .NET and Compact Framework class libraries and tools designed to help embedded developers create "loosely coupled concurrent and distributed applications." The CCR (concurrency and coordination runtime) and DSS (decentralized software services) Toolkit 2008 supports both Windows XP Embedded and Windows CE runtimes, the company adds. ...

MIDs face tough climb? — Nov. 03, 2008 —

Mobile Internet devices (MIDs) face stiff challenges ahead, including lack of broadband wireless deployments, limited software, and low battery life, a new report claims. The devices also risk cannibalizing the PC market, warns the Hong Kong-based research firm CCID Consulting. ...

Windows Mobile phone gets 800 x 480 display — Nov. 03, 2008 —

Samsung has announced a Windows Mobile 6.1 phone that includes a touchscreen display with 800 x 480 pixel resolution. The T*Omnia has 8GB or 16GB of flash storage, a five megapixel camera, GPS, WiFi, and a DMB (digital multimedia broadcasting) TV receiver, the company says. ...

Cortex-A8 module gets 3G dev kit — Oct. 31, 2008 — Bsquare has announced a new 3G development kit designed to work with Windows CE and the Texas Instruments (TI) OMAP35x evaluation module (EVM). The "3G Wireless Dev Kit" lets OEMs incorporate 3G connectivity in TI OMAP35x processor-based designs "in up to 60 percent of the time typically required," says Bsquare. ...

COM Express module runs Windows CE — Oct. 31, 2008 —

Adlink announced a COM Express module that runs Windows CE or Windows XP Embedded. The Express-AT incorporates a 1.6GHz Atom N270 processor, supports CRT resolution up to 1600 x 1200, and provides a gigabit Ethernet port and two SATA ports, says the company. ...

Asus (re)spins $200 netbook — Oct. 31, 2008 —

Netbook pioneer Asus will introduce a new version of its Eee PC (left) next year for just $200, says company president Jerry Shen. The company has also teamed up with Intel to launch a new website, intended to bring about the "world's first community-designed PCs."

Windows 7 is "netbook-friendly" — Oct. 31, 2008 — It might be too early to plan the funeral, but the end of Windows XP as a desktop operating system is nigh. The forthcoming Windows 7 will run well even on netbooks, according to Microsoft officials, removing any excuse for OEMs to ship its seven-year-old predecessor. ...

"MiniBlade" spec targets miniature mass storage — Oct. 30, 2008 —

The Small Form Factor Special Interest Group (SFF-SIG) announced it is working on a specification to standardize small-format storage. The SFF-SIG, which earlier this year announced a "SUMIT" spec for tiny single-board computers (SBCs), will base the MiniBlade spec on SiliconSystems' SiliconDrive II Blade technology.

Microsoft enhances Live Mesh — Oct. 30, 2008 —

Microsoft announced "significant new features" for its software-plus-services offering, aimed at synchronizing content between multiple desktop PCs and mobile devices. "Live Mesh" now offers dedicated Windows Mobile and Macintosh OS X (left) client software, is available worldwide, and includes a bevy of enhancements, says Microsoft. ...

RFID handheld scans distant tags — Oct. 30, 2008 —

Convergence Systems Limited (CSL) announced a Windows CE 5.0 handheld computer with an RFID reader claimed capable of "breakthrough performance." The CS101 reads over distances to 36 feet, has a 3.5-inch display and QWERTY keyboard, includes a barcode scanner, and features 802.11b/g wireless networking, says CSL. ...

Windows Mobile brightens Moto's gloom — Oct. 30, 2008 —

In the wake of disappointing earnings results, Motorola says it will eliminate its Symbian and MotoMAGX smartphone platforms -- focusing tightly on its Windows Mobile phones (left) and Google's Android instead. The company also announced that it will delay plans to spin off its mobile business. ...

Dell spins dual-core thin client — Oct. 29, 2008 —

Dell has announced a device billed as the company's first-ever thin client design. The Optiplex FX160 has single-core Atom 230 or dual-core Atom 330 processors, up to 4GB of RAM, an optional 2.5-inch hard disk drive, gigabit Ethernet port, and available 802.11b/g wireless networking, says Dell. ...

Seven-inch tablet runs Windows CE — Oct. 29, 2008 —

Chinese OEM BF Evergreen has announced a 21-ounce tablet PC that runs Windows CE 5.0. The "7010A" includes a 400MHz Samsung processor, a seven-inch display with 800 x 480 resolution, 128MB of RAM, 1GB of flash storage, and an SD expansion slot, according to the company. ...

Social app taps Microsoft's cloud — Oct. 29, 2008 —

Sentient Limited announced a social networking application for Windows Mobile that's said to be the first third-party use of Microsoft's "Azure" cloud computing platform. "Bluehoo" uses a phone's Bluetooth radio to locate other "hoos" (pictured), display their profiles, and "helps you start conversations," according to Sentient. ...

HP netbook joins Atom stampede — Oct. 29, 2008 —

HP announced a netbook sporting a 1.6GHz Atom N270 processor and, in a Vivienne Tam edition, painted trees on its lid. The HP Mini 1000 features an 8.9-inch or 10.2-inch display, plus 60GB hard drive or SSD (solid state disk) storage up to 16GB, says HP. ...

Microsoft delivers .NET MF upgrade — Oct. 28, 2008 —

Microsoft has released a new version of its development environment for deeply embedded systems. Now being promoted by a "Dare to Dream Different" contest, .NET Micro Framework 3.0 includes a new filesystem, touchscreen support, WiFi, USB, and a variety of added hardware support, the company says. ...

Via demos Nano processor, Pico-ITXe — Oct. 28, 2008 —

Via Technologies has begun sampling a mini-ITX board based on its 64-bit Via Nano processor, and has unveiled its new "pico-ITXe" form-factor. The Via VB8001 Mini-ITX Board combines a 1.6GHz Nano with a CN896 graphics chipset, 16-lane PCI Express slot, and multiple I/O, says Via.

Microsoft nixes embedded Vista — Oct. 28, 2008 —

Microsoft will forsake its unloved Windows Vista codebase for the next generation of its premier, x86-based embedded operating system. The future Windows Embedded Standard, codenamed "Quebec," will be based on the forthcoming Windows 7 instead, says Kevin Dallas (left), general manager of Microsoft's Windows Embedded business. ...

Microsoft launches Windows CE contest — Oct. 28, 2008 —

Microsoft announced $50,000 in prizes for a contest challenging students, academics, and hobbyists to envision the "home of the future" using Windows CE. The "Sparks Will Fly" contest includes a giveaway of 50 Via Artigo computers (left), and culminates in a $15,000 grand prize, says Microsoft. ...

Dell netbook uses MID-sized Atom — Oct. 27, 2008 —

Dell announced a netbook that breaks from the herd by using a Intel Z5xx Atom CPU and 12-inch display. The Inspiron Mini 12 includes a 60GB or 80GB HDD (hard disk drive), 1GB of RAM, webcam, Bluetooth, 802.11b/g wireless networking, and runs Windows Vista, says Dell. ...

Networking appliances run Pentium M SoCs — Oct. 27, 2008 —

Yet another embedded system vendor has jumped on Intel's EP80579 system-on-chip (SoC), previously code-named "Tolapai." Win Enterprises announced its EP80579-based PL-10540 and PL-10550 desktop networking platforms, both of which are designed for SOHO/SMB network management and network security applications, says the company.

Netbook overclocks to 2GHz — Oct. 27, 2008 — MSI has released a downloadable BIOS updgrade for its Wind netbook. The new BIOS, version 1.09, is said by MSI to fix some keyboard issues, and to provide faster booting, but it also allows the device to be overclocked by up to 25 percent, according to third-party reports. ...

WES downloadable now — Oct. 27, 2008 —

Microsoft's newest embedded operating system is now available in a free 120-day evaluation edition. The company has released a downloadable version of Windows Embedded Standard (WES) 2009, and provided a new video demonstrating some of the product's key features. ...

Tiny $75 SBC gains baseboard — Oct. 27, 2008 —

Chennai, India-based E-con Systems announced a baseboard for its SODIMM-sized, Marvell PXA270-based processor module. The baseboard adds an LCD touchscreen, USB, serial ports, SDIO slot, and camera interfaces to the company's Windows CE-ready eSOM270 module, available in volume for about $75. ...

App captions calls for hearing-impaired — Oct. 24, 2008 —

Sprint announced a Windows Mobile version of its free captioning service, designed to make phone calls possible for users who can speak but have difficulty hearing. The "WebCapTel" service requires one Internet-enabled mobile device to view captions, and a second phone to speak into, says Sprint. ...

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