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Halloween Specials from Astraware and Resco
Here are a couple of ‘treats” to help you get into the mood for Halloween: Astraware is offering a special Halloween version of their popular Solitaire package with special holiday card backs (eight to choose from) and a special discount…
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Twitter Can Help Spread the Word During Disasters
I’ve been following a few of my friends on Twitter since soon after it premiered; the service allows me to keep up with short updates as often as each one cares to post. It helps me to stay in touch…
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Sony PSP is definitely "Cool Stuff"
The Sony PSP is one of my favorite gadgets—it allows me to play games, watch movies, listen to music, and even surf the web. I don’t understand why it isn’t more popular, though the recent price drop and upcoming redesign,…
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40% Off Sale at WebIS Online Store
If you’ve been thinking about buying Pocket Informant or FlexMail, now is the time to do it— WebIS is having a Memorial Day sale! Just use this coupon code: MEMORIALDAY2007 and click here to go to the WebIS online store….
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Check it Out: Gomadic Blog Launch
I just received word that the good folks over at Gomadic have created a company blog. If you’re not familiar with their products, you should be—their Double Wall AC Charger is simply my favorite tech accessory ever. You can read…
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New USB Power Backup from Brando
I just heard about a new product from Brando, the USB Power Backup. In essence it’s a very large rechargeable battery (2400 mAH) that allows you to charge any of your mobile devices when you’re on the go. I’ve run…
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Yahoo Unveils Web Messenger
It looks like Yahoo took a page out of Google’s book—a new beta version of Yahoo Messenger works in any Flash-enabled web browser, which means that you no longer have to download and install a separate application just to talk…
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Spb Software Updates
Spb Software House has released updates to two of their Windows Mobile Applications. Spb Diary (my one must-have WM application) is now up to version 2.5 and introduces new horizontal tabs and the ability to include any Today screen plug-in…
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Astraware Having a Sale; Use PayPal
Astraware is having a huge Spring Sale, with up to 60% discounts on a selection of more than thirty different games. Two of my favorites are included, Astraware Sudoku and Village Sim. This is a great time to buy, so…
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Daylight Savings Time Fix for Windows Mobile Users
Daylight Savings Time is coming early this year, and all of the newspaper articles and TV reports I’ve seem to be taking a page out of Chicken Little’s “the sky is falling” book. Amazing how such a small change can…
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Astraware News: Points Party, Bejeweled Valentine's Edition
Cool happenings over at Astraware these days! First, the special Valentine’s Day edition of Bejeweled is available once again, with heart-shaped jewels and the option to let shy handheld gamers “pop the question” or program in their own question/sentiment. This…
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Proporta News: Splash Proof Sports Kit, New Lateral Cases
Proporta has some cool new mobile accessories available. The first is the Splash Proof Sports Kit for the 2nd gen iPod Nano, which includes a dual layer silicone case, protective screen cover, adjustable armband, lanyard, splash proof base, and an…
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Spb Club Now Open
If you’ve been reading this site for a while, then you already know that I’m a big fan of Spb Software House—they make some of the best PocketPC/Windows Mobile software around. Today I got the news that they’ve officially launched…
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Last Minute Holiday Shopping
Even if you haven’t finished (or even started!) your holiday shopping, there’s no need to panic. Your procrastination may even do your wallet a favor, as some good deals are out there if you look carefully. Resco is offering 30%…
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Spb Software House Unleashes Spb UniThemes 2.0
One of the coolest things about Windows Mobile devices is the ability to skin the Today page and a lot of applications, but it can be time-consuming and difficult to make your own themes or track down the good stuff…
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Brando Offers "Kitchen Sink" Card Reader
Do you have more different memory card types than you know what to do with? Gone are the days of one format taking care of all your needs, though I’m pretty lucky at only having to deal with two: SD…
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News from WebIS: Awards, Updated Software, and a Special Sale
The good folks over at WebIS have been very busy lately, and I have three news items to report. First, FlexWallet is currently on sale for 40% off at Handango; just enter FLEXOCT06SALE and you’ll save a bundle on whatever…
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RIP: Lik-Sang
Lik-Sang, a popular exporter of video games, accessories, and consoles, announced today that they were going out of business. According to a release posted on the company home page, this is due to Sony lawsuits and a recent judgment by…
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Proporta Gets a New Look!
The good folks over at Proporta have completely revamped their web site, and it’s looking pretty spiffy. Navigation is now much easier, and you can tell at a glance what kinds of cases and accessories are offered for your specific…
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iSkin SiLo Case for Apple iPod Nano
iSkin just announced the SiLo case for the Apple iPod Nano. SiLo stands for “silicone inside, leather outside” which means that you get the protection of silicone and the style of leather, all in the same case. The inner case…
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Proporta Expands Accessory Lineup, Plus a Competition
Proporta has released several new accessories for handheld devices over the last couple of weeks: SD card with built-in USB adapter Integral 17-in-1 USB 2.0 Card Reader - if it’s a memory card, this little guy will read it; compatible…
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News Bits: TreoAreaCodes, New Accessories from Proporta, More
RNS, the developer of one of my favorite Palm OS utilities, Hi-Launcher, has just released an update of another program: TreoAreaCodes. It not only provides a handy area code reference so you know where people are calling from, but it…
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News Bits: PocketInformant Public Beta, New Vaja Cases, Virtual Villagers
PocketInformant 2007 and FlexMail 2007 for Windows Mobile devices are now available in public beta. The list of improvements and new features for both applications is quite impressive, and the developers are actively seeking as much input as possible to…
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News Bits: Software Updates, Special Savings, and More!
It’s been a while since I posted a news update, so there’s a lot to report: GMPSoft has several offers, including the new Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary, a free update to the OakTree GNT Morphology, and special 30% off savings…
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News Bits: Energi To Go and Inflight Power
This has been a powerful day indeed, with two mobile power product announcements that have me very excited indeed! Energizer has just announced their “Energi To Go” line of products, a series of battery chargers that are designed to work…
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News Bits: New Speck Cases for the Moto SLVR; BoxWave Skins the Moto Q
Speck Products is now shipping their See Thru hard cases for the Motorola SLVR. Screen protection is included, though the keypad and other phone controls are left open for maximum ease of use. The cases come in a pack with…
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IliumSoft 9th Anniversary Sale!
Ilium Software is having a big party to celebrate their 9th anniversary, and we’re all invited! They’re offering special discounts on all of their Palm OS and Windows Mobile software, including ListPro, NewsBreak, eWallet, and Dockware Pro. The sale will…
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News Bits: Calligrapher 8.3, New Vaja World Cup Cases, More
Brando has released more new products, including a metal case for the Nintendo DS Lite, a “Rubik’s Cube” inspired Sudoku cube, a cool sunglasses/MP3 player combination, and even a USB optical mouse shaped like a soccer ball. You can get…
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Gamestop Offers New PSP Accessories
I was surfing the Gamestop site looking for information about an upcoming game mentioned in Game Informer (Lumines 2 is coming in October!) and stumbled across a couple of new Sony PSP accessories. Gamers will likely rejoice at the news…
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Brando Adds New Products
I just received one of the largest updates ever from Brando—they’ve been very busy adding a wide variety of new products guaranteed to appeal to mobile enthusiasts of all kinds. There are just too many products to list here; some…
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BoxWave Releases New Nano Cases
BoxWave has released two new Apple iPod Nano cases this week: The Sports Armband provides a comfortable way to wear your Nano during active pursuits such as hiking, jogging, or working out. Slip your Nano into the pocket and fasten…
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News Bits: PocketBreeze Update, New XM Satellite Radio Cases
SBSH Mobile Software has released PocketBreeze 5.1 for Windows Mobile Devices. Features include improved d-pad navigation, faster performance, and completely rewritten/optimized drawing and tab code. The upgrade is free for registered users of PocketBreeze 5.0, and you can get the…
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News Bits: PocketBible 3; New iPod, MacBook Pro Cases
Laridian has released PocketBible 3, a long-awaited update with several new features. Highlights include a categorized book picker, context-sensitive “tap and hold” menus, a daily reading option, searchable notes, plus a new notes list that helps you find your annotations…
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News Bits - Brando, Developer One, SplashData, VITO, and WebIS
Developer One has released Agenda Fusion 8 and CodeWallet Pro 2006 for Windows Mobile. Agenda Fusion 8 has a whole host of enhancements and new features, including dual reminders, a new birthday/anniversary display, and an integrated call log. Get more…
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Daily News for April 12, 2006
This is a big update since I’m catching up; expect most of the updates in the future to have just two or three news items instead of eight or nine. Brando Workshop has added an incredible amount of new stuff,…
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RNS Releases TreoCallLogTool
RNS Software has some pretty nifty utility programs for Palm OS devices, and they’ve just released a new one yesterday for Treo smartphones called TreoCallLogTool. You can get more information or join in the discussion at the following links: For…
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Club Astraware
Many of you already know that Astraware makes most of my favorite handheld games, and now they’re doing their part to give a bit back to the community. Join Club Astraware to earn points for buying Astraware games, and redeem…
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Save with Proporta's Valentine Promotion
Proporta is offering you the chance to show your loved one how much they really mean to you this Valentines Day. Any orders placed today quoting the promocode VALENTINE will receive a 10% discount and also be entered into a…
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Spb Software House Releases Spb Diary 1.7, Spb AirIslands
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Nintendo DS Gets Smaller and Better!
I just stumbled across this news posting on the Play-Asia web site—Nintendo is releasing a new Nintendo DS Lite that is both smaller and lighter than the regular version. It also has a cool new feature—the ability to adjust the…
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Boxwave Offers New Accessories
The good folks over at Boxwave have been quite busy lately! They recently introduced two new Armor Cases, one for the Samsung i700 and one for the i-mate K-JAM. There’s also a new clear plastic ActiveCase for the iPod nano….
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Capdase Introduces Two New PSP Cases
Capdase has introduced two new S-Bracket carrying cases for the Sony PSP in cool new colors. Previously available only in black nylon, Capdase has upped the “style factor” a few notches with their latest additions to the line. The top…
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AcidSolitaire Collection Special Edition: Bears!
The good folks over at Red Mercury have released a brand new special edition of their AcidSolitaire Collection card games for Windows with the cutest cards you’ve ever seen: Bears! The special edition cards feature 16 unique bear designs on…
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New Electronic Bibles
Three big announcements this week regarding handheld electronic Bible software: Laridian has just released the Noah Bible Study Viewer for Blackberry handhelds. The application includes a copy of the King James Bible, and the popular NIV version is also available…
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Boxwave Offers New iPod Nano, Samsung i730 Accessories
Boxwave has just announced the availability of two more handheld accessories, just in time for Christmas gift giving. The first is an addition to the Styra line of replacement styli, this time supporting the Samsung i730. The Styra features a…
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DTG Now Supports Acrobat Files
Here’s something I’ve been waiting for— Dataviz, creators of the de-facto standard for viewing and editing Microsoft Office files on Palm OS handhelds, has just announced the availability of Documents To Go Premium Edition 8 with native Adobe PDF support….
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PSP Gets Boost With 4GB Hard Drive
I just got word of the latest “must have” accessory for PSP owners with deep pockets: the Datel 4GB PSP Hard Drive. Not only does it offer twice the storage of the largest available Memory Stick Duo, but it also…
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ProportaMusic.com Now Open
You may remember Proporta as a company that sells cases and accessories for Palm OS and Windows Mobile handhelds, but I just got word that they’re branching out into the red-hot MP3 accessory business. They already have a nice selection…
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Greek Bible Now Available for Bible With You
If you’re a seminary student, pastor, or serious student of the Bible, you’ll definitely want to check this out. The Greek Bible Bundle for Bible With You is a comprehensive set of resources that includes the 4th edition UBS Greek…
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Nine New Nano Cases from Speck Products
Speck Products has just announced nine new cases for the upcoming Apple iPod Nano. Options include the: Connect & Protect— comes with a skin case and four different ways to carry it: holster, caribiner, lanyard, and wrist strap, $34.95 Skin…
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Japanese Firm Access to Acquire PalmSource
Well folks, I have to admit that I certainly didn’t see this one coming! You can get all the financial details and such at this link on the CNN Money site, but in a nutshell, Access is purchasing PalmSource in…
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iPod Lounge Offering Free iPod Ebook Download
The Free iPod Book and Back to School Guide is available NOW at iLounge.com, one of the leading iPod web sites around. You can get more information or download your copy of the book here….
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Mobile Ministry Magazine Has Moved
You can now find Mobile Ministry Magazine, or MMM, at Mobileministrymagazine.com. If you’re looking for Bible software reviews & other Christianity-related content on the web with a focus on technology, this is a great place to check out. You can…
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Handy RSS Feeds Directory Now Available
Handy Entertainment has a new RSS Feeds Directory that specializes in handheld news and reviews for Palm OS, Windows Mobile, and smartphones. If you’re interested in the latest news and reviews, this is a valuable resource that is constantly being…
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Speck Introduces Metal Case for iPod Shuffle
This one is really cool— a metal case for your iPod Shuffle made of aluminum for strength and durability with nickel plating for style. Even better, you don’t have to remove your Shuffle from the case in order to sync…
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Handy Entertainment Does it Again-- Timberland Screensaver
If Timberland is anywhere near as good as two other screensaver applications, Riverland and The Tribe, then it will definitely be worth the registration. It’s true, you don’t actually need a screensaver for your handheld, but the graphics are amazing…
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TealPoint Brings Sudoku Number Puzzling to Palm OS Handhelds
I’ll definitely be trying this one out myself! What do the Spice Girls, Pokemon, and Sudoku have in common? Yes, they’re all imports from across the pond that leave you scratching your head. Sudoku, the worldwide puzzle phenomenon, has displaced…
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Bible With You. . . By Subscription
Here’s some more interesting Bible news— you can now get subscriptions to two of GMPSoft’s most popular Bible study packages. If you’d like more information, visit their site at http://www.gmpsoft.com. Palm Bible Commentaries Collection Only $50.00 or Buy a 9-Month…
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Laridian Introduces NLT Bible for iPod
This sounds like a very interesting new option for Christians on the go— a combined audio/text Bible for your Apple iPod: CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, August 11, 2005 - Laridian, Inc., a leading publisher of Bible-related software for mobile devices, today…
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Astraware Wants You to "Play Anywhere"
Here’s a bit of news about a contest the good folk over at Astraware are running: We’d like people to submit a photo of themselves or a friend playing one of our games at a famous or unusual location. The…
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End of an Era: Tapwave Zodiac Officially Discontinued
You can read the sad news here at the Tapwave site. I’m very sorry to see this happen; in many ways the Tapwave Zodiac is *still* my favorite Palm OS handheld, even though I switched to the palmOne LifeDrive in…
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Vaja Introduces Studded Leather Case for iPod
Vaja has just introduced a “studded” leather case for the Apple iPod. It’s certainly an original design, and may be just the thing for you if you want to make a statement or have been looking for something to go…
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Free Shipping from Proporta
You have to be a loyal fan of the PocketGoddess to get these savings! Just type in the code GODDESS on the order form, and you’ll get free standard shipping worldwide on your entire purchase. I’ve long been a fan…
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Treo 650 "Magnet Flipper" Case from Sena
Just ran across a very cool new case design for palmOne’s Treo 650 smartphone. The Magnet Flipper from Sena is a leather case with a pull down “flap” that covers the front of the phone. It provides quick access to…
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Speck Introduces iGuy for Apple iPod mini!
If you have a 4GB or 6GB Apple iPod mini and you were jealous when you read my review of the iGuy for 4th gen/Photo iPods last week, your wait is over! Speck Products has just introduced the mini iGuy,…
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Covertec "Covers" LifeDrive, Tungsten E2 and Mitac Mio
Covertec has just announced several new accessories for the palmOne LifeDrive and Tungsten E2. They didn’t provide any photos or pricing information, but here’s what I have so far: Covertec reference for LifeDrive: SX106 series : Leather case line, including…
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More Goodies from Brando
Some interesting stuff this week, most notably the combo Bluetooth/IR USB adapter for only $30. And in the “now I’ve seen everything” department, how about a “pet tree” phone strap/zipper pull? PDA & SONY PSP section : ======================== Pocket LOOX…
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New Products from Brando
Several new products this week, including a case for the palmOne LifeDrive Brando WorkShop Life Drive Clip Case PSP Hi Fi System MiTAC Mio 168 USB Cradle Acer n35 USB Cradle Acer n50 USB Cradle BlackBerry 7100t/7100r Metal Case Nokia…
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No More Blackberry??
Forbes has an interesting article about what cellular carriers are doing to “hedge their bets” in case the RIM/NTP patent infringement settlement negotiations break down. It may be hard for some people to believe, but there are some mobile email…
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Artificer - Sell your wares to local heroes!
This one sounds rather interesting, and is certainly a new take on traditional RPG games. Instead of adventuring and selling your found treasures to the merchant in town, you’re the merchant! Artificer for Pocket PC is a fantasy business simulation…
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Fun in the Sun from Astraware
Here’s some good news from my friends over at Astraware— sounds like this is the time to get some great handheld games at low prices! Each day for 14 days from June 8th-21st a different great title will be featured…
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Need Skins??
Just learned that Velo has updated his site with some new skins and a completely new look. The new interface is really clean and easy to navigate too. If you use AeroPlayer or Launcher X, or have a Tungsten T3,…
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The Ring: New Expansion Pack for Legacy
I just got word of a new expansion pack for Legacy, which runs on Palm OS, Pocket PC, smartphones, and Windows PCs: Near the Castle Holebrook a young princess has lot her engagement ring. It was taken by some evil…
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New Cases from Vaja: iPod Shuffle, LifeDrive, iRiver H10
Just heard about some new cases from Vaja— my favorite vendor for very high-end luxurious cases for mobile electronics. AP11 for iPod Shuffle Easy access to control pad Cutout for earphones connector & led indicator Access to Slider Allows USB…
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New Products from Brando
Here’s the weekly update from Brando, with more gadget goodies: PDA & SONY PSP section : ======================== PSP External Battery Pack http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspexternalbatterypack.php Multi UMD Storage Box http://shop.brando.com.hk/umdstoragebox.php Mini Speaker http://shop.brando.com.hk/minispeaker.php EagleTec PCMCIA to CF Adapter http://shop.brando.com.hk/eagletecpcmciatocfadapter.php EagleTec CF to SD/MMC…
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Speck Introduces the iGuy
This is about the coolest product announcement I’ve ever see! Speck Products has just announced the iGuy, a rubberized “friend”/case for your 4th gen iPod or iPod Photo. It’s a case and it’s also a poseable desktop friend with arms…
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SkyForce Now Available for Palm OS
SkyForce is a shooter that has been around for a while on the PocketPC and Symbian platforms, but it’s not available for Palm OS devices as well. You can get more information and screenshots at the Infinite Dreams web site….
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Instant Text Mobile Now Available
Here’s a press release regarding Instant Text Mobile, a text-completion program for Palm OS devices: For years we have been addressing the needs of fast text-entry with separate products: Instant Text on PCs, and Fitaly on PDAs. Our impression was…
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New Site Offers Discounts on Handheld Software
This looks rather interesting; if you like the idea of getting handheld software for less $$$, then check it out. # PRESS RELEASE PDA Offers is a new kind of web site at http://www.pdaoffers.com, collecting together discount offers from developers…
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Bonsai Update
Bonsai version 3.3.5 has been released and is now available at the Natara web site. This version addresses several problems and has added the ability to support handhelds with multiple storage card slots. Although this update is recommended for all…
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palmOne Unveils the LifeDrive
After months of speculation, palmOne has finally unveiled their latest device, the LifeDrive. In many ways it functions as a cross between a traditional Palm OS handheld and a mobile media player. Features include 4GB hard driveWiFi and BluetoothNative support…
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Looking for Inexpensive Mobile Gaming Accessories?
If you have a Sony PSP, Nintendo DS/GBA SP or other gaming accessory needs, check out http://www.gamestech.com/index.htm for a huge selection at reasonable prices….
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Free Tennis Stats App from RefToGo
RefToGo has announced the release of Tennis Stats- a FREE database add-on for DEPReader that runs on Palm OS and Pocket PC handhelds. Browse an extensive list of the World’s ATP and WTA tennis players with their personal data and…
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Handango Releases April 2005 Statistics
Handango just released their “Yardstick” of mobile software download statistics for the month of April: Palm OS® 1. AOL 2. Agendus Professional Edition 3. Ringo Pro 4. Agendus for Windows Outlook 5. PocketMirror Standard 6. Village Sim 7. Treo Voice…
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OtterBox Cases for the iPod and iPod mini
I reviewed the OtterBox for iPod last week and just found out that the OtterBox folk have an updated design available that addresses some of my concerns from last week’s review. Their new cases are completely clear and have an…
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palmOne Now Offering Treo 650 for Verizon Customers
I just received notice that palmOne is now offering a version of the Treo 650 for Verizon Wireless customers. If you’re a current customer it appears that you’re out of luck— the palmOne web site doesn’t even offer the option…
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New Products from Brando
PDA (and PSP) section : ======================== PSP Multiple Cradle, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspmultiplecradle.php X phone II USB Cradle, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/xphoneIIcradle.php BW UltraClear Screen Protector for Sony Ericsson K750, LG U8180, LG U8330, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/ultraclearscreenprotector.php Treo 600 USB Cradle, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/treo600cradle.php Digital Express…
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Connect & Protect Your iPod Shuffle
Speck Products has just announced one of the coolest case solutions I’ve ever seen for the iPod Shuffle. The Connect & Protect system includes a clear main “skin” for the Shuffle along with four different caps that provide a variety…
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Pre-E3 News from Down Under
I just got some news from the Game Developer’s Association of Australia— seems that several new games for a variety of platforms will be shown at E3 next week. Here are some of the highlights:
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New Products from Brando
Some cool new items this week: PDA (and PSP) section : ======================== iPAQ hx2100 series USB Cradle, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/ipaqhx2100cradle.php PSP UMD Storage Stand, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspumdstoragestand.php PSP Aluminium Carrying Case, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspaluminiumcase.php Gadget Section : ======================== Key Ring Mini-Torch http://gadget.brando.com.hk/KeyRingMiniTorch.php USB…
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Documents to Go for Sony Ericsson Smartphones
Dataviz has just announced the availablility of Documents to Go for Sony Ericsson P800/P900/P910 smartphones, with the ability to view and edit Microsoft Word & Excel files, as well as a PowerPoint presentation viewer. Additional features include TrueType font support,…
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New PSP Case from Play-Asia
Just saw a new PSP case from Lik-Sang that looks rather nice for only $14.90: it’s made of water-resistant black nylon, closes with a zipper, and features a fold out portable “stage” that holds the PSP at just the right…
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Creative Algorithms Spring Sale
Here’s info about a software sale and promo code good through the end of May: Select software is on sale, including our Trip Boss travel manager ($5 off) for $24.95 and Date Wheel, time between dates calculator, ($3 off) for…
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New Products from Brando
PDA Section : ===================== PSP Stereo Amplifier http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspstereoamplifier.php PDA Battery for Dell Axim X50/X50V, Motorola MPx 220 added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pdabattery.php Nokia 7710 Silicone Case http://shop.brando.com.hk/nokia7710siliconecase.php SonyEricsson K700i Silicone Case http://shop.brando.com.hk/sonyk700isiliconecase.php Sony MDR-EX81SL, MDR-EX51SP, MDR-EX51LP Earphone added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/ipod.php Mobile Section : =====================…
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CrazySoft 50% Off Sale
CrazySoft is celebrating three successful years with a 50% off sale from now through May 13th. Just use the promo code “mayoffer” to get 50% off some great Palm OS and Pocket PC software such as PaintBall, Psarakia, Yammy Yammy,…
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Gaming: New Info on Katamari Sequel
Katamari Damacy is one of my very favorite games on the PS2 platform, so I was extremely excited to hear about a sequel coming this year to the PS2 (9/20) and the Nintendo DS (date TBA). 1Up.com has a four…
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Engadget Interviews Bill Gates
There’s plenty of interesting reading in this interview with Bill Gates, including talk of the XBox sequel being launched this year, the future of the Windows Mobile platform, and the possibility of Microsoft attempting to compete with Sony’s PSP. You…
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Fictionwise Having a Sale on Douglas Adams Ebooks
In honor of the motion picture release of the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Fictionwise is having a sale on all Douglas Adams ebooks, offering Micropay rebates ranging from 10% to 20%. The Salmon of Doubt is currently on sale…
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New Vaja Case for the Tungsten E2
The case features a push through button system with snap closure, a sync & charge cutout, and headphone access. A variety of colors is available, with personalization options and an optional Ultraclip. For more information or to place your order,…
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Classic Bible Commentary for MyBible 4
Laridian has just announced the release of a new resource for MyBible 4: The Classic Bible Commentary. This one-volume commentary collects many classic commentaries into one handy reference, featuring John Calvin on Genesis, Martin Luther on Galatians, and other well-known…
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Landware PocketQuicken 2.5 Now Available
I just got the news that Landware has released PocketQuicken 2.5, and it sounds like there are some major enhancements, including new reporting features, budgeting, high res support, and much more. I’ll definitely be reviewing this one, since I rely…
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Mobile Ministry Magazine Launched
I just ran across a new blog for Mobile Ministry Magazine, a downloadable magazine for ministers, missionaries, and anyone else interested in using mobile technology to help spread the word of God. For more information, visit MMM at http://www.mobileministrymagazine.blogspot.com/….
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Interesting Article on the Gamestop/EB Games Merger
If you’re a gamer, you’ve likely heard the news about the Gamestop/EB Games merger. This article over at 1up.com has some interesting additional information, including market share research and a few more details about how the merger is expected to…
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CodeJunkie!!
My friend Jeff Mitchell, of ShadowPlan fame, has just launched his own blog! Be prepared for coding tidbits, Palm & Pocket PC stuff, entertainment, and general geekery. You can read it all at http://www.codejedi.com/cgi-bin/blog.cgi…
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TV/DVD Recorder for PSP Coming Soon
This certainly sounds like an interesting product to watch for if you’re a PSP fan; you can learn more at this link from Lik-San TV and DVD Recorder in PSP Format (Memory Stick media) and in NDS Play-Yan format (SMC)…
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New Handheld Software for Anesthesiologists
Anesthesia Central is the all-in-one, mobile solution for anesthesiology providing detailed information on diseases, drugs, tests, procedures, and techniques along with powerful tools for tracking and searching the medical literature. To learn about this exciting new offering from Unbound Medicine,…
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Ballshooter News: New Games
1. NEW GAME RELEASED: “SEA PUZZLE” Like naval games with sailboats and brave seaman? Seeking a naval game that is easy to learn? Get ready for a new game experience! Sea Puzzle - the logic game for those Pirates who…
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New Luxury Phones from Nokia
Just saw an interesting article at MSNBC about new luxury phones from Nokia with some very high-end features: the N91 will have a 4GB hard drive, the N90 and N70 will have two megapixel cameras with Carl Zeiss lenses, etc….
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New Products from Brando
PDA Section : ===================== PSP Battery Pack, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspbatterypack.php PSP AC Adapter, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspacadapter.php PSP Crystal Cover II, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspcrystalcoverII.php PSP UMD Disk Case, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/pspumddiskcase.php PSP 4 Disc UMD Case, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/psp4discumdcase.php Digital Express Stylus for iPAQ hx4700/hx2100, added….
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Resco Announces New VGA Game: Seal Ball
Seal Ball 1.01 is a “simplified” beach volleyball simulator with 3D graphics in VGA resolution; two seals on the beach play with a volleyball someone left behind on the beach. One seal is computer controlled and it improves as you…
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New Products from Brando
PDA Section : ===================== BW O2xda IIs Metal Case (CDMA Version), added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwmetalcase_details.php?i=36 BW O2xda IIs Leather Hard Case (CDMA Version), added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwxdaIIsCDMAleatherhardcase.php Digital Express Stylus for O2xda II mini, added. http://shop.brando.com.hk/deo2xdaIIministylus.php PDA Battery for iPAQ h6300, hx4700, rx3700, rz1710…
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WorldMate Professional Now Available for BlackBerry
WorldMate Professional, a travel management application for Palm OS and Windows Mobile devices, is now available for BlackBerry users. Aimed at business travelers, WorldMate Professional offers a world clock, weather updates, flight information updates, and much more. For more information,…
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New Java RSS Reader in Public Beta
FreeNews works on palmOne Treos with Java, as well as Blackberry & Java-based phones. You can manage feeds from either your desktop browser or your wireless device. It’s currently in public beta testing, and you can download a copy or…
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PalmSource Installer Debuts
PalmSource has just released a new installer designed to make it easier for users to install software to their Palm OS handheld device. You can get more information or download the new installer at http://www.palmsource.com/installer/…
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Astraware Launches the Lifestyle Channel
Astraware, my favorite place for Palm OS games, has just launched a new venture, the LifeStyle Channel. It features a variety of applications from top handheld vendors such as Chapura and SplashData and can be found at the Astraware web…
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Speck Announces ToughSkin for iPod Mini
Speck Products just announced their latest accessory, the Mini ToughSkin for the Apple iPod Mini. The rubberized skin will be available in five colors: clear is $39.95, while black, pink, blue, and green will be $34.95 each. You can pre…
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palmOne Announces the Tungsten E2
MILPITAS, Calif., April 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Building on the popularity of the Tungsten(TM) E handheld, which has sold nearly 2 million units worldwide, palmOne, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLMO) today announced the Tungsten E2 handheld. With the additions of a brighter…
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PalmSource DevCon Blog Debuts
The PalmSource DevCon is coming up fast (it’s the last week in May) and there’s a new blog in town. You can check it out at http://palmsource.blogs.com/devcon/. If you’re going to the DevCon you can get some insider info about…
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QuickNews for Palm OS Updated
Stand Alone Software has released an update for QuickNews, a Palm OS RSS reader. Features include MPlayer support and more ATOM feeds, as well as bug fixes and other enhancements. For more information, visit the Stand Alone web site….
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Sony Completely Pulls Out of Handheld Market
Sony left the US handheld market last year, but according to an article published today on Business World, Sony has announced plans to completely withdraw from the handheld market, effectively signaling the end of the Sony CLIE line of PDAs….
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PDA Mill Birthday Special
Sounds like a great deal to me: Although the roots of the company go back over 4 years, the PDAmill team was officially formed just two years ago this week. Starting out as a company with 4 employees and 2…
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Hold'Em High Poker Now Available from Dataviz
“All in” with DataViz’s Hold’Em High, a New Texas Hold’em Pocker Game for Palm OS 12/23/04 - Milford, Conn. - Poker fever has swept the nation; people are playing and watching poker in record numbers. And now, even when you…
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CrazySoft Mega Puzzle Pack a Great Value
CrazySoft has put together a special “Mega Puzzle Pack” with five of their beautiful, highly addictive Palm OS puzzle games. For just $29.95 you get PaintBall, Frutakia, Yammy Yammy, The Wall, and Robot Panic— a value of $64.75! You may…
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Agendus 9.0 Released
iambic Software has released Agendus 9.0 with some top-notch improvements. My favorites so far are nested to dos (no outliner required!) plus a new importance/urgency matrix. Those lucky enough to have a wireless connection can also get weather updates! Check…
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Gift Giver 3.0 on Sale
Here’s a note from the developer: Yup, for sure, we’ve got just the item that will maintain your list, help you check it twice - you can even say if they’re naughty or nice! Really, talk about flexible categories! Regardless…
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Arvale Update & Sale
PDAmill have just updated their new (and already best-selling) epic role-playing game, Arvale: Journey of Illusion. The new version (1.3) fixes installation and registration bugs and includes minor gameplay fixes. The update is available for free in the online stores…
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Arvale: Journey of Illusion Released
PDAmill has just released their much-anticipated RPG, Arvale: Journey of Illusion. The game includes over 20 hours of gameplay, six immense continents with 280 maps to explore, 200 different monsters to fight against, and over a hundred different items, weapons,…
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Metal Styli Closing Down
Posting a sad bit of news now; I just got word that Metal Styli is closing down. They made some really nice all-metal styli for the Tapwave Zodiac, as well as a few models of Pocket PC. Visit the site…
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Red Mercury Updates
Here’s some news from Red Mercury that may be of interest to you guys: Updated Software for Tungsten T5 and Treo 650 Integrated FLASH Memory (NVFS) and What it Means to You Red Mercury has released updated versions of it’s…
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SanDisk Announces Higher Capacity Memory Cards
SanDisk has announced several new high capacity flash memory cards, including a 4GB Memory Stick Pro, a 1GB Memory Stick Pro Duo, and a 2GB Secure Digital card. Prices have not yet been announced, but they’re likely to be quite…
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PDA Mill is having a SALE on Palm OS Games
This is a great deal folks, so head on over there now! I’ve been playing Gems for a couple of weeks now, and as soon as I can tear myself away I’m writing a full review! “We’re running a 50%…
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Tapwave Zodiac heading to Europe!
The Register has published an article stating that the Tapwave Zodiac is going to be launched in the UK within the next few months. There were some other interesting tidbits as well, including news that a WiFi expansion card for…
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Legacy Expansion Pack Released
If you’re a fan of RPG games and have a Palm OS or Pocket PC handheld, you’ve probably heard of Legacy. And if you’ve played the game through to the end, you’ll probably be glad to know that there’s a…
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New & Improved Metal Styli
Here’s some good news from across the sea: The Metal Styli Zodiac Bolt is back… The new stock retains the same high quality materials as before, while the finish has been further improved. Originally over £16 each the styli have…
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New Cases from Speck Products
Speck Products has announced two new cases for the 4th generation iPod music player— a SkinTight case and a leather case. Preorders are being taken now at http://www.speckproducts.com….
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ShadowPlan 4.0
My friend Jeff has finally “unleashed” ShadowPlan 4.0, with an all-new Windows desktop application. Handheld changes are minimal, though there are new hi res icons that really snazz up the looks of the application. Get it while it’s hot! http://www.codejedi.com…
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Treo 600 Finally Coming to Verizon
The news is all over the web, and I for one am rather excited. I really like Verizon’s service, but my Kyocera 7135 is definitely showing its age. Unfortunately I’ve also heard/seen several rumors that the long-awaited Treo 610 is…
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Skin Tight Cases for your Handheld
This is one piece of news that has me very excited— Speck Products has designed a new “Skin Tight” line of cases. The cases are made out of Dnynaflex and are very flexible and form-fitting. The PDA Skins also feature…
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Astraware Summer Sale
Astraware is having a summer sale, offering $5 off thirteen of their great Palm OS, Pocket PC, and Windows Mobile Smartphone games. The sale runs through the end of the month, and you can take advantage of it here: http://www.astraware.com/promo/200406/…
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PocketCraft News
PocketCraft has released a new weather plugin for Facer 2, their Today/Launcher application for Palm OS devices. They’re also giving away a free copy of MoneyEZ with each purchase of Facer. Even better, they’ve finally released a new beta of…
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MeassagEase Video
MessagEase is an alternative entry method for Palm OS devices— you can use a stylus or even your finger in place of the standard onscreen keyboard on the T3, Sony Clie, etc. They just put together a demo video that’s…
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Bozidar Benc of Launcher X Fame Deceased
I just received some very sad news from Kenny West, of PalmGear: Bozidar Benc of Launcher X fame deceased Submitted by Kenny West; PalmGear.com March 24, 2004 05:18 PM I received a phone call from Will Lau (Snapper Mail) 03/24/2004…
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PocketGoddess Exclusive: Matrix 2.0 Screensaver from Handy Entertainment
Today at PocketGoddess.com we’re celebrating Handy Entertainment Focus Week with an exclusive launch of the Matrix 2.0 Screensaver for Palm OS devices. It’s free and it’s really cool… and you can’t get it anywhere else but here…
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Code Jedi Happenings
I sometimes wonder how my friend Jeff gets any sleep— he’s one of the most active and involved Palm OS developers I know. He’s up to even more than usual these days though. First off we have the release of…
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Vaja Outlet Now Open
If you’ve always wanted a Vaja case for your handheld (and who wouldn’t, they’re incredibly wonderful) but just haven’t been able to afford one, today just might be your lucky day. The good folk at Vaja have opened an outlet…
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Bejeweled "Game of the Year" Edition
I know, I know— I play way too many games, but this is news if I’ve ever seen it. My favorite Palm OS game of all time, Bejeweled, has won so many awards that the good folk over at…
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PalmSource Rolls Out Expert Guides
PalmSource has just rolled out the first “Expert Guides” on their site. The guides are designed to help people learn about all the wonderful things that can be done with Palm OS handhelds. There are several types of guides, including…
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Big News From SnapperMail
Some exciting new things are happening with SnapperMail, my favorite Palm OS email application. Here’s the scoop, with more details available at the SnapperMail web site. A new partnership with Certicom means that there will now be a “premier” version…
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Handango Announces Handango Champion Software Award Finalists For 2003
I thought that everyone might be interested in this, especially since yours truly is one of the judges (for the Palm OS categories). There is also a People’s Choice portion to the awards, so head on over to Handango and…
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Red Mercury Addiction
I don’t normally post press releases here, but this one was just too good to pass up. Need to feed your gaming addiction? Look no further than Red Mercury… Red Mercury Declares Share Your Addiction Month May 1,…
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PalmSource Developer Conference Passes Available on eBay
If you’re a Palm OS developer who may not be able to afford the hefty price of admission to the Developer Seminar coming up May 6-7 in California, today may be your lucky day. You can bid on passes on…
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Palm Announces Two New Handhelds: Tungsten C and Zire 71
Wow! If you haven’t heard the news yet, you’re really missing out. Here are the specs on the new models announced by Palm SG just yesterday. I’ll try to get my hands on them just as soon as I can…
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Mapopolis Launches GPS for Handspring Treo
This is exciting news indeed! Smartphone users are sometimes left out of the loop when it comes to accessories and such. Now those who like to have the general all-in-one convenience of a phone/PDA combo unit are now able to…
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Pocket PC Accessories Galore
There’s quite a lot going on these days in the handheld accessory market. Here are a few highlights from some of my favorite companies: Innopocket has a new metal case for the Compaq iPAQ 1910. It will cost $29.95 and…
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Has Your Palm OS Handheld Changed Your Life?
If so, then this latest contest is definitely one you’ll want to enter. PalmSource wants to hear your story. If you’re chosen as the winner, then you’ll win the Palm Powered device of your choice, from any of the licensees….
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Would You Like to Win a New Sony Clie TG-50?
So would I! Fortunately this is an easy contest to enter… No purchase necessary! Simply visit HandStory.com and enter your email address to be entered in the Sony CLIE TG-50 giveaway. You will also be automatically entered when…
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DDH Software is giving away $1000!!
This is a great opportunity to win some serious cash! Get your thinking caps on and submit those HanDBase applets for this contest. DDH Software is pleased to announce the HanDBase Applet Contest for 2003. We are going to award…
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New Palm OS Game Coming Soon-- Medieval Heroes
Arcona Sun has announced the arrival of “Medieval Heroes”, a strategy game based on the Middle Ages, for the Palm OS. The release date is set for late March, 2003. “Medieval Heroes” takes place in the provinces of Central Europe…
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Need Help Getting Movie Plot Information in Showtimes?
Assuming you already have Showtimes, and just need the update, backup your Showtimes directory FIRST and then do this: 1. Get the latest PRC files from the showtimes site at: http://showtimes.jrray.org/ The proper link will be fairly close to the…
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Astraware Does it Again!
I’m beginning to wonder why I even make New Year’s Resolutions. It’s only the 10th, and they’ve ALL already gone by the wayside. I was going to loose weight and make better food choices, and the New Year’s Eve party…
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Sony Announces New "Kitchen Sink" Handheld Device
Sony’s latest Palm OS Device, the NX90, certainly seems to have it all: Palm OS 5 2 megapixel digicam built in Bluetooth Slot for a 802.11 wireless networking card removeable battery voice recorder You can check out all of the…
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A New Kind of Memo Pad
Ever wish that the built in Palm OS Memo Pad were just a bit more full-featured? You might want to check out AardMemo, a freeware program from AardAsNails that works just like the regular Memo Pad, but also adds spellchecking….
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War Games in the Palm of Your Hand
If you’re an avid player of real time strategy games, you might want to take a look at PalmWars. Scan the terrain for resources, build a village, gain power, train an army, conquer terrain, build weapon-factories and Shipyards, defend your…
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Dom Perignon III Speed Contest - Nov 15 to Dec 20, 2002
Sponsored by Textware Solutions and Blue Nomad, Quik Sense, Pocket Informant, Paul Computing, IA Style, and ttools. HOW FAST CAN YOU TYPE ON YOUR PALM? You all know how difficult it is to get a fair comparison of input methods….
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NewsFlash: Help Children in Need This Holiday Season
Proporta is doing something special this week: for every customer who mentions Children in Need (a charity in the UK) when they place their order, Proporta will donate £1.00 to the charity. Children in Need is an annual even to…
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SegPlay Released for Palm OS Devices
Here’s an interesting new application that you might want to check out: Mark Feldman recently released SegPlay, a Palm Shareware Game/Puzzle: http://www.segmation.com/SegPlayPalm.html According to the developer, “SegPlay is a brand new exciting paint-by-number game where you try to finish the…
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Shadowgate: Multiplayer RPG Coming to Palm OS, Pocket PC, SmartPhones
Virginia based Infinite Ventures today announced the development of Lands of Shadowgate, the first truly multiplayer multiplatform strategy video game for PDA’s and Smartphones including Microsoft Pocket PC and Palm OS5 compatible devices. The game makes use of Infinite Ventures’…
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Pocket TV Browser Updated
My current favorite has just been updated, and now it’s better than ever. The latest version, 1.20, now allows you to add programs directly to your Palm OS handheld’s Datebook. While you’re scanning the Pocket TV database for upcoming episodes…
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Remember the Transformers?
If that brings up instant thoughts of those cool toys from the 80’s, then read on. One of my loyal readers just told me about the ThinkDB databases he’s created and willing to share with all of us. According to…
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JackFlash and JackSprat Now Support the Clie NR70
This is big news for Clie NR70 owners— now JackSprat and JackFlash support this model, along with a few others. I know that 16MB of RAM seems like an awful lot of space, but it’s amazing just how quickly I…
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Handmark Acquires MemoWare
Reprinted in its entirety: Kansas City, MO December 13, 2001 – The leading provider of online content for PDAs has been acquired by software developer Handmark, Inc. Terms of the private transaction were not disclosed. Under the arrangement MemoWare will…
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QuickOffice Conference Announced
Cutting Edge Software Unveils Quickoffice Conference, Real-Time Wireless Application Conferencing, at COMDEX. First-of-its-kind application enables mobile professionals to collaborate on projects simultaneously via Palm OS handhelds Today at COMDEX, Cutting Edge Software, Inc. announces the release of Quickoffice Conference, a…
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Pocket Goddess Says: Go To SyncFest!!
I won’t be able to make it, but if you’ll be anywhere close to San Jose on October 27th, you should definitely take the time to check this out: A gathering for Palm Powered device users! Join us on October…
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DayNotez Desktop Now Supports Password Security
As you may know, DayNotez is one of my favorite programs for the Palm OS, and this is a huge improvement that I’ve been looking forward to for quite a while. That’s not all though- there’s also spell-checking, more list,…
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New HandSpring Devices Announced Today
Handspring has announced two new devices today, and they look like a great deal for the bargain-conscious shopper. The Visor Pro has 16MB of memory on board, a rechargeable battery, and uses a 33MHz Dragonball processor. It is available in…
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iambic Software Releases FastWriter for PalmOS
iambic Software (the creators of ActionNames Datebook and TinySheet, among others) has just released FastWriter, a combined word processor and DOC reader program for the Palm OS. I’m reviewing it now and will post an article as soon as I’m…
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Fellowes Type-N-Go Keyboard & Case Combo
I’m always on the lookout for new PDA accessories, but I must admit that I didn’t see this one coming! It’s a combination keyboard and hard case that allows you to type in text on the right hand side…
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Need a keyboard?
I just received word of this special deal in the mail: Receive a FREE GoType! Keyboard from LandWare when you purchase the author’s bundle of TakeNote! text processor and WordSleuth thesaurus bundle for only $39.95. GoType’s rigid, field proven single…
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Need Help with Wireless?
One of my readers, John Bartley, wrote in and shared the URL for his Unofficial Wireless FAQ for PalmOS. If you have wireless questions, be sure to check it out right here….
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New Devices Coming Soon?
The rumors are flying these days; it sounds like there will soon be a lot more competition for your hard-earned upgrade dollars. Several sites have shown pictures of what appears to be a new Palm m125, as well as a…
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Landware Floating Point Stylus Now Shipping
I received word yesterday that the long-awaited m500 series Floating Point Stylus is finally here! I’d used one with my IIIc until I upgraded to the m505, and I must say that this is very good news indeed. The stock…
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