- Spb Software House Releases Spb Insight - a Full-Text Pocket PC News Reader
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- Skweezer Selected by Bloglines to Improve Mobile Experience
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- Spb Software House releases Spb Finance 2.6 with Microsoft Money 2007 synchronization support.
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- Spb Software House Releases Spb Diary 2.0
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Requiem of Hell On The N-Gage Platform Now In Stores Friday, October 29 2004
Nokia today announced that it has started shipping Requiem of Hell, an isometric, action RPG that immerses gamers into the world of a gothic nightmare. With multiplayer support for two players via Bluetooth wireless technology, Requiem of Hell allows gamers to partner up for competitive game play.
"Requiem of Hell is a visually stunning game and a good pick for this holiday season for any RPG fan," said Pasi Pölönen, Director of Game Publishing, Nokia. "With its video interludes and atmospheric music, Requiem of Hell takes gamers to a surreal world of weapons and monsters."
Requiem of Hell thrusts gamers into two extensive worlds, where they must destroy the notorious Dalu. Gamers can play either as Linda or Troy, building character's skills and picking up weaponry and magic on the way.
About N-Gage
The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer game play over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
Source: Nokia Press Office
SONY ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT’S EVERQUEST® II SHIPPING NOVEMBER 8th Monday, October 25 2004
Sony Online Entertainment Inc. (SOE), a worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online (MMO) gaming, today announced that EverQuest II is scheduled to simultaneously ship to North American and European retail stores on November 8, 2004. EverQuest II is the highly-anticipated follow-up to Sony Online Entertainment’s original EverQuest, the most successful and longest-running 3D MMO role-playing game in North America.
“After more than four years in development, the wait for EverQuest II is almost over,” said John Smedley, president, Sony Online Entertainment. “We’ve invested heavily on development of the game to ensure that EverQuest II has the highest production values of any online game produced to date. We want to deliver a game to our players that will provide an experience like nothing they’ve ever seen.”
Sony Online Entertainment is delivering a truly groundbreaking MMO game in EverQuest II with pioneering firsts in advanced 3D graphics, story, voice, production values, and gameplay. EverQuest II features the most realistic graphics of any MMO game ever created with a next-generation 3D graphics engine designed to keep pace with hardware developed over the next few years. Players will hear more than 70,000 lines of spoken dialogue in EverQuest II as non-player characters are given voiceover for the first time ever in an MMO game bringing the story of EverQuest II to life. EverQuest II also features gameplay innovations that make EverQuest II fun and exciting for all types of players and play styles, from hardcore gamers, to new MMO players, to those who play in groups, and solo players.
EverQuest II comes in three versions, all of which include a 30-day subscription (excluding SOE All Access subscriptions) to the game’s online world. The CD version and DVD versions of the game carry an SRP of $49.99 and include the game, an in-game item and an in-box item.
Limited quantities of the EverQuest II Collector’s Edition (DVD) are available at an SRP of $89.99. The Collector’s Edition includes a number of in-game items, including “paintings” of EverQuest II scenery to be hung on the walls of a player’s house, magical talking statues of Antonia and Lucan (voiced by Hollywood talent Heather Graham and Christopher Lee), and an exclusive pet baby dragon. The Collector’s Edition also includes an exclusive art book, bonus DVD with trailers, gameplay videos and behind-the-scenes footage, a soundtrack CD, a collector’s coin with a velvet pouch, a cloth map of Norrath, and two posters.
EverQuest II carries a monthly subscription fee of $14.99 for continuing access to the game world. Players can subscribe using a credit card, or purchase SOE 30-day and 90-day Game Cards, which open the new world of Norrath to those who choose not to use a credit card.
About EverQuest II
EverQuest II is the next generation of massively multiplayer gaming, a huge online world where thousands of players come together for adventure and community. Featuring breathtaking graphics and a vast, beautiful game world to explore, as well as voices for almost all non-player characters, EverQuest II sets new standards in gameplay and immersion. EverQuest II brings players into its world with a powerful epic storyline and gives them the power to be the hero or villain in their personal adventure. Players enter this world by creating their own unique character, choosing from 16 races and 24 classes. Players will encounter hundreds of creatures as they travel across majestic landscapes of rolling hills, barren deserts, dense forests, and bustling cities. Thousands of items, hundreds of spells, and unlimited adventure await all who enter the world of EverQuest II. EverQuest II also features:
· A new, massive online world for thousands of players to explore, filled with danger, adventure and mystery
· Voices for most non-player characters (NPCs) in the game, a huge project encompassing more than 70,000 lines and 130 hours of dialog
· Unparalleled character customization capabilities. In addition to thousands of armor, weapons and items users can equip, players will be able to customize their character’s facial appearance to an incredible level of detail and personalization
· 16 races, dozens of levels and 24 classes with a branching system that allows players to choose their class as they advance
· Player-owned real estate (such as apartments, homes, and guild houses)
· No race/class combination limitations, allowing players to truly choose who they want to be in game
· New user friendly game mechanics with reduced learning curve for both new and seasoned players
· More than 160 unique creature types, from Orcs and Goblins to huge dragons and menacing Living Statues
· Incentives for current EverQuest subscribers
· A state-of-the-art, cinematic quality 3D graphics engine capable of improving as hardware technology advances
· State-of-the art combat, spell and skill systems
· Trade skills available to all player classes
About Sony Online Entertainment
Sony Online Entertainment Inc. (SOE), a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Digital Inc., is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with a subscriber base of over 750,000 active accounts around the globe. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchises, EverQuest® and PlanetSide®, as well as for developing Star Wars Galaxies™: An Empire Divided™, SOE continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with an additional development studio in Austin, TX, SOE has an array of cutting-edge online games in development.
Source: Sony Online Entertainment
First Palm OS Version of Handango InHand to be Offered on Sprint PCS Vision Smart Device Treo 650 by palmOne Monday, October 25 2004
Today at CTIA Wireless IT & Entertainment 2004, Handango, the leading provider of mobile downloads, announced that it will deploy the Palm OS Version of Handango InHand, an intelligence device-resident download client, on the Sprint PCS Vision Smart Device Treo 650 by palmOne to be available from Sprint next month. Sprint is the first wireless carrier to license and deploy the Palm OS version of Handango InHand.
Handango InHand is fully customized for the Sprint Treo 650 and has been rebranded as the Sprint PCS Software Store. The Sprint PCS Software Store will run locally on the phone, providing customers with immediate access to a variety of Palm OS(R) mobile content including games, business applications, productivity titles, ringtones and more. Applications have been hand-selected from Handango's catalog of more than 20,000 Palm OS software titles.
While shopping, customers can access product descriptions, user ratings, price and screenshots. Customers can refresh their application catalog anytime, anywhere, using Handango InHand's over-the-air pull update functionality. With Handango InHand's convenient over-the-air application delivery and download safeguard technology, customers can easily find and download content with amazing simplicity and rock-solid security.
"Handango InHand provides operators a unique opportunity to differentiate their data services, drive data revenues and increase customer loyalty," said Randy Eisenman, chief executive and president of Handango. "We at Handango are excited to be working with the great team at Sprint to provide their subscribers with this compelling service."
Additional downloads for the Treo 650 are available on the Web from Sprint's software store at http://sprint.handango.com. For more information about Handango InHand, visit www.handango.com/inhand.
About Handango
Handango is the leading provider of mobile downloads, bringing over 50,000 applications and 25,000 digital media titles to market through an extensive global distribution network that reaches millions of mobile users. Handango's application management and provisioning platform, Handango AMPP, has been chosen as the mobile software delivery platform for Nokia, Motorola, Sprint, Verizon Wireless, Cingular Wireless, T-Mobile, Orange SA, Sony Ericsson, palmOne, Microsoft, Sony, HP, Sega Mobile, AOL and more than 100 others. For more information, visit www.handango.com.
Source: Handango
NOKIA LAUNCHES OPERATOR-BRANDABLE MOBILE CONTENT AND APPLICATION DISTRIBUTION PLATFORM Sunday, October 24 2004
Nokia (NYSE:NOK), the global leader in mobility, today launched the Preminet® solution, a major worldwide initiative designed to streamline the distribution process for innovative and fully certified mobile content and applications. Created to satisfy the needs of the entire mobile software value chain, Preminet sources premier Java and Symbian OS software from leading developers and content aggregators around the globe to give operators a master catalog of applications, games and other mobile content. It also offers operators a complete solution for delivery, billing and revenue distribution, providing an end-to-end, operator-brandable platform for launching new applications and services to consumers.
Consisting of a master catalog, a service delivery platform and an optional innovative client application, Preminet provides a turnkey solution that initially is available as a hosted offering by Nokia. Preminet is designed to integrate easily into existing systems, including content delivery gateways, authentication systems and billing platforms. To maximize consumer uptake of games, applications and other content, the flexible, operator-brandable client application works side-by-side with an operator's other discovery methods (WAP, SMS and Web) to let end users find, sample, download and securely pay for mobile software.
"Until now, each operator has been responsible for maintaining hundreds of relationships with individual Java and Symbian OS developers and sourcing, and testing each application before bringing them to the end-user," said Lee Epting, vice president, Forum Nokia. "With Preminet, we now provide a single source for operators to acquire a comprehensive range of industry certified content, applications and services, and a complete platform for managing distribution to their customers. Operators now have the ability to launch a differentiated service offering in a very simple manner without major investment."
Preminet helps content aggregators and developers, including the 1.6 million members of Forum Nokia - the world's largest wireless developer community - quickly and easily make more money from their Java and Symbian OS software by providing a single channel to access the wireless industry's largest addressable market. Java is the leading platform for mobile software worldwide, with over 350 million Java technology-enabled handsets in the marketplace as of June 2004, while Symbian OS is the most popular smartphone operating system in the world, running over two-thirds of the world's smartphones. Analyst firm Ovum further expects that within three years, annual shipments of Symbian OS smartphones will top 100 million per year, while the total number of Java-enabled phones in the market will be over 1.5 billion. Preminet is also air interface agnostic and works across GSM, CDMA and other types of cellular networks.
"The size of the potential market for Java and Symbian OS software makes this a very significant initiative," said David Kerr, Vice President, Strategy Analytics. "Cost, complexity and fragmentation are the critical barriers to content revenue. Nokia's global operator relationships, its leadership in rich media devices and its ability to cross the chasm to the content industry make it the natural choice to deliver this service."
All of the games and other applications in Preminet are tested under the industry-wide Java Verified Program(TM) and Symbian Signed testing and certification initiatives. Java Verified and Symbian Signed were launched earlier this year and are supported by a broad coalition of mobile operators, handset vendors and other companies, including Sun Microsystems and Symbian, respectively. Screenshots, icons, content guidelines and documentation for each application are pre-certified, as well, assuring operators that every application is completely market-ready.
"We strongly support Nokia in this endeavor," said Alan Brenner, vice president, Consumer and Mobile Systems Group of Sun Microsystems. "Thanks to Nokia's use of open standards and industry-wide initiatives, we believe Preminet will help drive interoperability and efficiency across the mobile software industry, bringing more leading mobile Java applications to market."
"Symbian OS smartphone applications have seen great success with almost double the global sales and number of new third party applications since last year," said Marit Doving, executive vice president, marketing, Symbian. "Nokia's Preminet provides an exciting way for operators to fully realize the value of open-standard-based phones on their networks through the deployment of rich applications and services in a way that strengthens their service proposition to the customer."
Applications and content which pass certification and are accepted into the Preminet Master Catalog will instantly be available to mobile operators around the world through a single channel. Operators may pick and choose the applications they want from the catalog, and present them in their branded portal together with applications they source elsewhere. The catalog will feature the best applications from the global community of developers supported by Forum Nokia, including members of Forum Nokia PRO, the service for advanced developer companies that delivers premium levels of technical, business development and marketing support. Preminet will also include premium branded content offerings.
More information about Preminet® Solution will be available at: www.nokia.com/preminet after the opening of the CTIA Wireless I.T. & Entertainment 2004 show.
For more information about the Java Verified Program visit: www.javaverified.com
For more information about Symbian Signed visit www.symbiansigned.com
About Forum Nokia
Nokia's global developer program, Forum Nokia connects developers to tools, technical information, support, and distribution channels they can use to build and market applications around the globe. From offices in the U.S., Europe, Japan, China, and Singapore, Forum Nokia provides technical and business development support to developers and operators to assist them in achieving their goal of successfully launching applications and services to consumers and enterprises. More information is available at www.forum.nokia.com
About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia is dedicated to enhancing people's lives and productivity by providing easy-to-use and secure products like mobile phones, and solutions for imaging, games, media, mobile network operators and businesses. Nokia is a broadly held company with listings on five major exchanges. For more information, visit www.nokia.com
Copyright © 2004 Nokia. Nokia, Nokia Connecting People, Preminet are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
Source: Nokia Press Office
NOKIA TO DELIVER BRANDED CONTENT FROM MOBILE MEDIA PUBLISHER STARCUT AS PART OF NEW PREMINET® SOLUTION Sunday, October 24 2004
Nokia (NYSE:NOK), the global leader in mobility, and Starcut Ltd., a leading mobile media publisher, today announced that premium, branded entertainment, life-style and sports content from Starcut will be available as part of the new Preminet® Solution, an end-to-end mobile content distribution and transaction service for mobile network operators.
Under the new agreement, Preminet and Starcut will provide operators with branded content such as ringtones, graphics, games and video. Starcut will bring key content to Preminet in the form of well-known music, artist and motion picture brands from its content partners. Universal Studios and Warner Music Group (WMG) are among the first companies working with Starcut to provide content, services and applications for inclusion in the Preminet Master Catalog.
"We have seen throughout the early stages of the mobile media industry that major brands are a key driver for consumer uptake," said Lee Epting, vice president, Forum Nokia. "Starcut brings some of the most prestigious entertainment and life-style brands to the Preminet catalog, which will serve as a key attraction for operators and consumers."
Announced today by Forum Nokia, Nokia's global developer support program, Preminet sources premium Java(TM) and Symbian OS(TM) software from leading developers and content aggregators around the globe to give operators a master catalog of certified applications, games and other mobile content. Preminet content is available as part of an complete end-to-end offering that includes the Preminet Master Catalog, Preminet Service Delivery Platform and Preminet Purchasing Client, an innovative software application that make it easy for end-users to discover, try and buy mobile applications, content and services. Operators can integrate Preminet content into their own download delivery systems or have Nokia provide a complete hosted solution.
"Universal Studios sees the co-operation with Starcut and Nokia through Preminet as a great way to widen its reach in offering operators and their movie-going audiences a possibility to enjoy our movie-related content through mobile devices," said Jeremy Laws, vice president, Media Licensing & Strategy, Universal Studios Consumer Products Group.
"New content delivery solutions such as Preminet are strategically important to WMG as we extend our distribution of mobile music formats to carriers worldwide," said Michael Nash, senior vice president, Internet Strategy & Business Development, Warner Music Group. "We are excited about this opportunity to work with Starcut and Nokia to broaden the market for new products and services developed with our labels and artists."
Working with Starcut, Nokia will provide appealing branded content that will generate revenue for operators and content partners, positioning Preminet as the leading solution for operators to access the best mobile content and applications.
"We are happy to extend our co-operation with Nokia and our content partners to deliver world-class mobile media services to operators. Starcut has the expertise to translate entertainment brands into powerful mobile experiences that support operators in their efforts to increase the use of mobile data," says Juha Tiihonen, CEO of Starcut.
About Universal Studios Consumer Products Group
Universal Studios Consumer Products Group (USCPG) is responsible for global licensing and retail strategies as well as building brand recognition of the extensive catalogue of NBC Universal properties. Universal Studios Consumer Products Group is a unit of NBC Universal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Formed in May 2004 through the combining of NBC and Vivendi Universal Entertainment, NBC Universal owns and operates the No. 1 television network, the fastest-growing Spanish-language network, a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. NBC Universal is 80%-owned by General Electric, with 20% controlled by Vivendi Universal.
About Warner Music Group
Warner Music Group, with its broad roster of new stars and legendary artists, is the world's largest privately held independent music company. The company is home to a collection of the best-known record labels in the music industry including Atlantic, Elektra, Lava, Maverick, Nonesuch, Reprise, Rhino, Sire, Warner Bros. and Word. Warner Music International, a leading company in national and international repertoire operates through 37 affiliates and numerous licensees in more than 50 countries. Warner Music Group also includes Warner/Chappell Music, one of the world's leading music publishers, with a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide. For more information about Warner Music Group, visit www.wmg.com
About Starcut
Starcut is a mobile media publishing company that develops and manages premium mobile entertainment services for mobile operators, mobile device manufacturers, and entertainment companies globally. Starcut offers its clients consulting and content programming, branded content sourcing, publishing, and content sales services. The company's focus content areas include music, movies, TV, cartoon, sports and life-style. Starcut has offices in Helsinki, Los Angeles and Singapore.
About Forum Nokia
Nokia's global developer program, Forum Nokia connects developers to tools, technical information, support, and distribution channels they can use to build and market applications around the globe. From offices in the U.S., Europe, Japan, China, and Singapore, Forum Nokia provides technical and business development support to developers and operators to assist them in achieving their goal of successfully launching applications and services to consumers and enterprises. More information is available at www.forum.nokia.com
About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia is dedicated to enhancing people's lives and productivity by providing easy-to-use and secure products like mobile phones, and solutions for imaging, games, media, mobile network operators and businesses. Nokia is a broadly held company with listings on five major exchanges. For more information, visit www.nokia.com.
Copyright © 2004 Nokia. Nokia, Nokia Connecting People, Preminet are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
Source: Nokia Press Office
N-GageTM Game Deck Joins Effort To Break World Gaming Record Monday, October 18 2004
Nokia today announced that it is providing N-Gage game decks and N-Gage games to support the effort to break the world record for continuous gaming. The event, organized in co-operation with Finnish gaming channel Tilt-TV, takes place in the main display window of Helsinki department store Stockmann. From October 18 to 30, six gamers will engage in continuous 24/7 game play in a dramatic attempt to break the world record for continuous gaming.
The three male and three female gamers can play on any of the three gaming platforms available: personal computer, PlayStation2 or N-Gage game deck. In an interactive twist, passers-by can take part in the record-breaking event by using one of several available N-Gage game decks to compete in FIFA Football 2005 against the gamers in the window display via Bluetooth connection.
"It's great to be a part of this attempt to break the world record for continuous gaming and to show off FIFA Football 2005, one of our hot new titles for the holiday season," said Pasi Pölönen, director, Games Publishing, Nokia. "And with the Bluetooth connection, people walking by on the street can take part in a multiplayer game to help beat the record. We're confident that anyone who tries multiplayer gaming over Bluetooth connectivity will love the experience! In addition, the N-Gage Arena offers a unique global connected multiplayer community."
The world-record breaking event will use some of the latest games by Electronic Arts, including FIFA Football 2005 for the N-Gage platform. Coming out this holiday season, FIFA Football 2005 offers great multiplayer gaming for up to four people. Through the N-Gage Arena, FIFA Football 2005 players can compile a highlight reel of their best goals and post them for everyone to see.
About N-GageTM game deck
The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer game play over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage game deck also offers online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
Source: Nokia Press Office
SoftWinter today released version 2.8 of Sentry 2020/CE Thursday, October 14 2004
SoftWinter (http://www.softwinter.com) today announced release of Sentry 2020/CE version 2.8 for Windows CE and Pocket PC devices. The latest version adds support for new platforms based on Windows CE.NET 4.0, Windows CE.NET 4.1 and Windows CE.NET 4.2. Handheld devices based on the newest platforms are being rapidly adapted by the enterprise and such support allows SoftWinter to offer it's best selling enterprise mobile security tool with broadest compatibility on mobile platforms.
SoftWinter Sentry 2020 for Pocket PC is an enterprise security tool utilizing transparent encryption to protect important information stored on Pocket PC devices. It provides the most comprehensive system of security with flexible options for protection alternatives, and it offers a transparent user interface. The user can choose which files he or she wishes to encrypt, as well as which algorithm is used. Files are transparently encrypted and decrypted on the fly allowing highest level of security without further user interaction.
The Pocket PC version of Sentry 2020 will continue SoftWinter's mission of bringing better security to handheld devices, considered the least secured computer platform in most enterprises. The features that make PDAs so useful, such as their portability and ready access to critical data, also make them highly susceptible to loss and theft. In which case the actual cost of hardware replacement is negligible compared to the potential liability for compromised sensitive data.
Sentry 2020 for Pocket PC is almost completely transparent to the user. Through the use of decryption-on-demand and a host of usability features such as auto-dismount with an optional grace period, PDA users can continue to benefit from the speed and convenience of their devices while the enterprise is assured of maximal data security.
Sentry 2020 for Pocket PC is designed to work on all Windows CE platforms: HPC, HPC Pro, HPC 2000, Windows CE.NET 4.x, Palm size PC, Pocket PC, Pocket PC 2002 and Pocket PC 2003. It will be priced at US$49.95. 30 days free evaluation is available at http://www.softwinter.com/download.html.
Ordering information is available by contacting sales@softwinter.com or from http://www.softwinter.com.
About SoftWinter:
Founded in 1996, SoftWinter is the world leader in transparent encryption software for Windows XP/2000/NT and Pocket PC/Windows CE systems. Contact details: general information: info@softwinter.com , sales: sales@softwinter.com, customer support:
support@softwinter.com, fax: (815)-3613723. A variety of transparent encryption tools, utilities, and documentation is available at http://www.softwinter.com including the 30-day free trial of Sentry 2020.
Source: SoftWinter
Nokia Shorts Film Competition in the UK Wednesday, October 13 2004
Nokia is calling on movie-lovers in the UK to vote for their favorite 15-second short film at www.nokiashorts.co.uk - and give the winning director a chance to showcase their talents in a longer film.
From an interesting take on speed dating to the driving test from hell, the ten Nokia Shorts 2004 finalists span a range of genres and employ a variety of innovative film techniques. There's animation, comedy, drama and some surreal dark comedies - all executed within 15 seconds.
Nokia Shorts is designed to encourage the development of film content for mobile devices and was launched in June by Oscar-winning director Mike Figgis. The winner, as chosen by members of the public, will get the opportunity to make a longer film with a professional crew plus training courses courtesy of Raindance, UK's leading independent film company.
The finalists, chosen by an industry-led panel, were screened at this year's 12th Raindance Film Festival, which took place at selected cinemas in London between the 1st and 10th October 2004, where festival goers were able vote for their favorite.
"With the competition only in its second year, we have been astonished by the interest in Nokia Shorts among young film makers and the quality of the entries that we received," said Mirko Aksentijevic, Business Manager, Nokia Multimedia UK. "With video content becoming more and more popular on mobile phones, Nokia Shorts is paving the way in terms of the type of content that people will be able to consume on their handsets."
"This competition really shows the talent that exists out there among the young British film community," said Elliot Grove director and founder of Raindance. "To get a concept across in just fifteen seconds is no easy feat and we were thrilled at the high standard of the entries. These 10 film makers will now gain fantastic exposure through having their shorts shown at this year's Raindance Film Festival."
The winner of Nokia Shorts 2004 will be announced in early November. The winner will receive training courses in the key aspects of film making at Raindance and also have the opportunity to make another short film, longer in length than 15 seconds and with a bigger budget, professional crew and professional film equipment. The two runners-up will also receive Raindance training courses. Each finalist will receive a new Nokia 7610 imaging phone with 1 megapixel integrated camera.
For further information, please contact the Nokia Mobile Phones UK Press Office on +44 845 070 7619 or e-mail nokiateam@redconsultancy.com.
About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia is dedicated to enhancing people's lives and productivity by providing easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, and solutions for imaging, games, media, mobile network operators and businesses. Nokia is a broadly held company with listings on five major exchanges.
About Raindance
Raindance is dedicated to fostering and promoting independent film in the UK and around the world. Raindance combines Film Training Courses, Rawtalent Productions, Raindance, Raindance East and Raindance Kids Film Festivals, Raindance Film Magazine, and hosts the prestigious British Independent Film Awards. Raindance spans the full spectrum of the art, craft and business of independent movies - from guerilla style low or no budget production through to big budget indie blockbusters.
For further information, please contact:
Elliot Grove on +44 20 7287 3833 or email elliot@raindance.co.uk
www.raindance.co.uk
Source: Nokia Press Office
MicroOLAP Technologies Company is pleased to announce
MicroOLAP Technologies Company is pleased to announce
CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC is a program that allows you to view files in the most common Windows help format (*.CHM, also known as "compiled HTML"), on the Pocket PC platform. It used to view various documents such as eBooks, manuals, help files, etc. in *.chm format.
You can download the latest version and user's guide from http://pocket-pc-ebook-reader.com/cebr/download.htm
What's new in version 2.1:
- ability to use Cyrillic symbols in Search, as well as European languages umlaut symbols added
- Search interface and pointers are improved
- Support for Unicode symbols in TOC file added
- Search files algorithm in .CHM archives improved
- Support for CHM collection files (.CHI) added.
CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC Single User License costs $14.95, CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC Developer License costs $299.95.
The Developer License allows Pocket PC application developers to distribute their application with CHM help system and CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC for reading the help system.
Source: MicroOLAP Technologies Company
N-Gage TGR Madness Film Tour Takes On The Pan-European Circuit This Winter - Coming To A City Near You Tuesday, October 12 2004
N-Gage and Teton Gravity Research are putting on this year's not to be missed events and they are coming to a European city near you! The N-Gage TGR Madness Film Tour will hit Europe with its Swedish launch in Stockholm on Oct 19th in a night of explosive madness that will bring together film, music and games on the European circuit.
N-Gage TGR Madness will travel to 12 Pan-European countries, with 37 stops, over a six month period visiting Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, France, Spain, Finland, Holland and the United Kingdom. N-GAGE TGR MADNESS will take us on a journey of explorative madness with the line-up for each night including; this year's feature film 'Soul Purpose', the N-Gage Game-Off, the very best DJs and VJs, prizes from N-Gage, The North Face, Rossignol and Dynastar and a forum to meet professional team riders. Music on the night will come courtesy of the hugely innovative and exciting e-label, Protest Recordings, featuring soul-pumping beats to add momentum to our beast. This mix together with state of the art technology and professional management are indicative of our successful Madness formula. Adding to the momentum of the tour is the N-Gage TGR Madness Tour Bus that will support the European extravaganza with 4 kilos of sound and 34 feet of indulgence - be sure to check out this beast on tour.
From the producers of the winter of 2004 Powder Magazine film of the year 'High Life', TGR brings us SOUL PURPOSE. SOUL PURPOSE takes an introspective look at the driving forces behind an athlete's devotion to skiing and boarding and its lifestyle. Shot on vibrant 16mm film along with Hi Definition and a soulful integration of photographs, TGR's 2004-fall release is one of the most progressive, original and creative ski/snowboard films to date. SOUL PURPOSE features Sage Cattabriga- Alosa continuing his laid back and stylish assault of big mountain lines; Jeremy Jones being long-lined via helicopter into a 3000 foot couloir and Erik Roner ski BASE jumping off 3000 foot cliffs in Italy. TGR stepped out with trips to far off reaches of the planet including Romania, Bulgaria, Italy, Russia, British Columbia, Wyoming, Oregon, Utah, and Alaska. Other athletes include: Chris Collins, Jeremy Nobis, Jamie Pierre, Skogen Sprang, Marc-Andre Belliveau, Victoria Jealouse, Candide Thovex, Jonny Law, Tanner Rainville, Will Burks, Kent Kreitler, Micah Black, Shroder Baker, Dan Gardiner and more.
Tickets ¤7.00 online at www.tetongravityeurope.com from Oct or at the door of the events for ¤10.00.
About TGR
Teton Gravity Research is an adventure sports production company specializing in action packed and evocative 16mm films. TGR's award-winning films are the most anticipated ski and snowboard films every year promoted via annual feature film premieres - drawing A-list crowds and the masses in one party evening where sponsors and customers coalesce in a celebration of extreme madness.
About N-Gage
The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer game play over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
N-GAGE TGR MADNESS is coming to a European city near you!!
Oct Shows
London, UK - Flower, Olympia, 14th Oct
Stockholm, Sweden - Mondo, 19th Oct
Ostersund, Sweden - Kallarn, 27th Oct
Nov Shows
Trondheim, Norway - TBC, 4th Nov
London, UK - Electrowerkz in Islington, 5th Nov
Bergen, Norway - Banco Rotto, 11th Nov
Oslo, Norway - Studentersamfundet 'Betong' Chateau Neuf, 19th Nov
Gothenburg, Sweden - Trädgår'n, 23rd Nov
Helsinki, Finland - Highlight, 26th Nov
Copenhagen, Denmark - Vega, 27th Dec
Dec Shows
Amsterdam, Holland - 11, 8th Dec
Paris, France - Triptyque, 9th Dec
London, UK - Electrowerkz in Islington, 10th Dec
Grenoble, France - Arakiss, 14th Dec
Toulouse, France - Havana Café, 16th Dec
Barcelona, Spain - Razzmatazz, 20th Dec
Chamonix, France - The Arbate, 28th Dec
Val D'isere, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 29th Dec
Meribel, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 30th Dec
Jan Shows
Geneva, Swiss - By Pass, 7th Jan
London, UK - Electrowerkz in Islington, 14th Jan
Zurich, Swiss - Kaufleuten, 21st Jan
Chamonix, France - The Arbate, 25th Jan
Val D'isere, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 27th Jan
Meribel, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 28th Jan
Innsbruck, Austria - Hafen, 27th Jan
Feb Shows
Vienna, Austria - P1, 3rd Feb
Munich, Germany - Funky Kitchen, 5th Feb
Milano, Italy - Alcatraz, 17th Feb
London, UK - Electrowerkz in Islington, 18th Feb
Chamonix, France, 22nd Feb
Val D'isere, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 24th Feb
Meribel, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 25th Feb
March Shows
London, UK - Electrowerkz in Islington, 18th March
Chamonix, France - The Arbate, 22nd March
Val D'isere, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 24th March
Meribel, France - Dicks Tea Bar, 25th March
Note : Dates on shows after Nov are tentative and will be confirmed online.
Tickets online at www.tetongravityeurope.com from Oct 8th 2004 for ¤7.00 and ¤10.00 on the door. Monthly act line-ups will be publicized online.
Source: NOKIA
SoftMaker Office 2004 for Linux - The reliable Microsoft-compatible office suite - now for Linux! Tuesday, October 12 2004
Many computer users
contemplate switching to Linux as their desktop operating system
but ultimately shy away from it because they cannot continue
to seamlessly access their Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
documents.
Enter SoftMaker Office 2004 for Linux, a new office suite from
Germany that is available for both Linux and Windows and provides
the highest degree of Microsoft Office compatibility available
yet.
SoftMaker Office 2004 contains counterparts to the two most
important programs in Microsoft's application suite, Word and
Excel: TextMaker is a fully Microsoft Word-compatible word
processor, and PlanMaker is the most Excel-compatible spreadsheet
on the market now.
TextMaker is lightning-fast and reliable, needs little memory,
and offers the rich feature set of Microsoft Word. Most
importantly, TextMaker reads and writes all Microsoft Word files
from 6.0 up to the current Word 2003 seamlessly.
PlanMaker offers the feature set and ease-of-use of a modern
high-end spreadsheet application and is closely modeled after
market-leading Microsoft Excel. Its key features are more
than 320 calculation functions, seamless import and export of
all Microsoft Excel files, fully Microsoft Excel-compatible
charting, and full support for Microsoft Excel's AutoShape
drawings. If you can do it in Excel, you can do it in PlanMaker!
SoftMaker Office 2004 for Linux and SoftMaker Office 2004 for
Windows carry a suggested retail price of US$69.95 or EUR 69.95
each and are available through resellers and directly from
SoftMaker.
Versions of SoftMaker Office for Pocket PCs and Handheld PCs
will be released in the coming weeks.
Source: SoftMaker Software GmbH
Customize your N-Gage game deck to match your favorite N-Gage games Tuesday, October 12 2004
N-Gage gamers around the world can now take their passion for games to the next level with the all-new N-Gage Mobile Fan Packs. N-Gage Mobile Fan Packs combine the sights and sounds from the some of the most popular N-Gage games, which gamers can then use to personalize their N-Gage game deck. Each Mobile Fan Pack includes items such as ring tones, message alert tones, multimedia message (MMS) animations, N-Gage Arena launcher skins as well as background images to display on your N-Gage idle screen.
"The N-Gage Mobile Fan Packs let gamers personalize their game decks to reflect their passion for a particular game," said John Kuner, Manager, N-Gage Arena. "Items like ring tones and background images capture the essence of a game and transport that directly onto your game deck. Now you can have your sergeant from Pathway to Glory yelling 'Fire in the hole!' as your ring tone, or you can skin your N-Gage Arena launcher to match the spooky look and feel of Ashen."
N-Gage Mobile Fan Packs are downloadable from the N-Gage Arena for free for all registered N-Gage Arena users. Gamers can download their favorite Mobile Fan Pack either via the N-Gage Arena launcher application on their game deck or via the N-Gage Arena website (http://arena.n-gage.com/).
Currently, Mobile Fan Packs are available that feature Pathway to Glory, Ashen, Crash Nitro Kart and The Sims Bustin' Out. More Mobile Fan Packs will be added soon, featuring upcoming the latest N-Gage games.
About N-Gage
The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer game play over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
Source: Nokia Press Office
Spb Software House Announces the Results of Spb Pocket PC Survey - Global Pocket PC Users Survey Thursday, October 7 2004
Spb Software House announces the results of the first "Spb Pocket PC Survey", a global survey for Pocket PC users. More than 10,000 users took part in the survey; it has been a total success. We would like to thank all the survey participants. The results of this survey will help to understand Pocket PC users and their needs better.
Contributions to the Pocket PC community, like Pocket PC Developer Network and Spb Benchmark, are a big part of Spb Software House's strategy. In keeping with this vision, Spb makes the statistical results of this survey publicly available. Spb Pocket PC Survey will be conducted annually in September in order to see changes in the Pocket PC community from year to year.
All survey participants have been entered into a drawing to win either an HP iPAQ hx4700 or a $100 PocketGear software certificate. The winners are: Jim Castles (main prize), Martin Ruderisch and Jaroslav Salcer.
Here are some of the Spb Pocket PC Survey results.
The average age of survey respondents is about 35 years, and it is no surprise that nearly one fifth of Pocket PC users have computer related occupations. The most popular brands are HP iPAQ [57%] and Dell Axim [15%]. Our respondents have been using their Pocket PCs for an average of about 2 years. More than half of respondents have also used Palm devices. The results of the survey make it clear that Pocket PC use is a "family hobby" - that is, about 40% of respondents said that other members of their family also use a Pocket PC.
An overwhelming majority [93%] of Pocket PC users also purchase accessories for their devices, the most popular are:
* Memory cards [83%] (the most popular are 256 Mb Secure Digital Cards)
* Screen protectors [60%]
* Stylus [40%]
* GPS [30%]
* Keyboards [26%]
The question "What do you use your Pocket PC for?" gives the following results:
* Organizer [85%]
* Games [64%]
* Listening to music [60%]
* Browsing the Internet [57%]
* Reading e-books [53%]
Only one seventh of respondents [14%] use their Pocket PC as a phone.
78% of Pocket PC users have ever purchased Pocket PC software. The most popular types of programs are:
* System Utilities [77%]
* File Explorer [56%]
* Office [55%]
* Travel and Maps [53%]
* Video [53%]
* Picture Viewer [51%]
The full results of Spb Pocket PC Survey results are available at:
http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/about/pressreleases/docs/spbsurvey2004.html
*** About Spb Software House ***
Spb Software House is a software development company, specializing mainly in Pocket PC software. Founded in 1999, the company offers advanced software solutions for use in a wide range of applications.
Source: Spb Software House
CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC 2.1 Thursday, October 7 2004
MicroOLAP Technologies Company (http://www.microolap.com) is pleased to announce CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC 2.1, the next version of fastest CHM reader.
CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC is a program that allows you to view files in the most common Windows help format (*.CHM, also known as "compiled HTML"), on the Pocket PC platform. It used to view various documents such as eBooks, manuals, help files, etc. in *.chm format.
You can download the latest version and user's guide from http://pocket-pc-ebook-reader.com/cebr/download.htm
What's new in version 2.1:
- ability to use Cyrillic symbols in Search, as well as European languages umlaut symbols added
- Search interface and pointers are improved
- Support for Unicode symbols in TOC file added
- Search files algorithm in .CHM archives improved
- Support for CHM collection files (.CHI) added.
CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC Single User License costs $14.95, CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC Developer License costs $299.95.
The Developer License allows Pocket PC application developers to distribute their application with CHM help system and CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC for reading the help system.
Source: microolap
Nokia and Land Rover offer Advanced Handsfree Solution Tuesday, October 5 2004
Nokia and Land Rover have jointly developed the Personal Telephone Integration (PTI) System, an integrated automotive communications solution especially for Land Rover vehicles such as the All-New Discovery 3 and Range Rover. The system offers a range of sophisticated features such as connection either via Bluetooth wireless technology* or via wired connection by using a compatible mobile phone holder. The PTI System can be used with a wide range of mobile phones from different manufacturers**.
With the PTI System, users can conveniently access key mobile phone functions such as viewing and selecting phonebook entries, initiating and receiving incoming calls, viewing call logs and managing text messages - all via the vehicle's central infotainment display***. The PTI System delivers a superior communications experience by integrating with the vehicles' high quality audio system. Voice dialling and other key phone functions can be activated using the vehicles' steering wheel controls. The state-of-the art voice function enables speaker independent number dialling and access to voice tags.
"Today's drivers demand more advanced technology than ever before in their vehicles. We are confident the PTI System we developed for Land Rover will meet with the expectations of Land Rover customers by seamlessly integrating some of todays leading-edge technologies such as voice recognition and wireless connectivity to name but a few," said Marcus Stahl, General Manager Automotive Accounts, Nokia Smart Traffic Products.
New Land Rover vehicles with the PTI System are expected to be available in Q4 2004 in Europe, Asia and the USA.
* Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
** For additional information about the mobile holders and compatible phones please contact a local Land Rover dealer or visit www.nokia.com for Nokia products.
** *Please observe all local regulations regarding the use of mobile phones in vehicles.
About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia is dedicated to enhancing people's lives and productivity by providing easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, and solutions for imaging, games, media, mobile network operators and businesses. Nokia is a broadly held company with listings on five major exchanges.
Source: Nokia Press Office
Synchronica Launches SyncML Gateway for Microsoft Exchange Tuesday, October 5 2004
Synchronica announced today the immediate availability of the Synchronica SyncML Gateway for Microsoft Exchange, providing over-the-air synchronization of Microsoft Exchange with mobile phones from Nokia, SonyEricsson and Siemens.
Until now, most users of Microsoft's popular Exchange software have been unable to remotely synchronize their Nokia, SonyEricsson and Siemens mobile phones, and instead were forced to use cumbersome cable-based synchronization software. However, in corporate support, sales and management, appointments often change while out of the office and thus overlapped and missed appointments, are still part of the corporate life.
This is where the Synchronica SyncML Gateway adds the missing link between Microsoft Exchange and mobile phones. With the Synchronica SyncML Gateway, users can remotely synchronize their mobile phone to get access to corporate Email, calendar, contacts and tasks - wherever they are, using the wireless network. Because most mobile phones today already ship with a SyncML client built-in, synchronization works instantly and without additional software installation.
By opening Microsoft Exchange to the industry standard SyncML, the Synchronica SyncML Gateway adds the missing wireless link between Microsoft Exchange and the standards-dominated mobile phone industry. "Microsoft works well with Microsoft, and its ActiveSync, seamlessly synchronizes a PocketPC, PDA or Microsoft Smartphone, even over-the-air. However, if you want to remotely synchronize your SyncML-enabled mobile phone from Nokia, SonyEricsson or Siemens, Microsoft doesn't do that," said Carsten Brinkschulte, founder and CEO of Synchronica.
The Synchronica SyncML Gateway is offered in two versions. The corporate version is installed behind the firewall providing wireless SyncML synchronization for corporate users. End-to-end security is provided with strong SSL encryption protecting the wireless communication. Licensed at very aggressive prices, the Synchronica SyncML Gateway offers a cost-effective, standards-based solution for wireless Email and groupware access.
The operator version is deployed in the datacenter of the mobile operator providing a unique "Gateway" synchronizing the corporate Exchange accounts of business users. Unlike other solutions, the Synchronica SyncML Gateway does not require a firewall reconfiguration or installation of a connector behind the firewall which have been proven to hinder sales of those solutions. Instead, it uses a secure HTTP/S connection to remotely access corporate Exchange accounts, a standard feature of Microsoft Exchange.
"The Synchronica SyncML Gateway offers a unique selling proposition for mobile operators. For the first time, revenue- generating mobile data synchronization can be sold directly to business users with effective one-to-many mass-marketing and without having to convince their IT departments to install those unloved adaptors," said Nicole Meissner, VP Marketing & Communications at Synchronica.
The Synchronica SyncML Gateway was developed as a joint venture between Synchronica and Ergon Informatik AG, a leading Swiss software engineering company. Ergon contributed a highly skilled engineering team while Synchronica provided the technical architecture and is responsible for marketing and sales of the product. "We are excited about the product launch with Synchronica underlining our leading position in the wireless sector," said Patrick Burkhalter, CEO of Ergon Informatik AG.
The Synchronica SyncML Gateway will be shown live at the Systems tradeshow from 18-20th October in Munich, Germany at the booth of Sun Microsystems, Hall B2 Booth B2.425 (IT-Security Area). A live demo is available immediately online at http://www.synchronica.com. Users can simply register their corporate Exchange accounts and instantly synchronize their SyncML-enabled mobile phone over-the-air.
About Synchronica
Synchronica (http://www.synchronica.com) was founded in 2004 by a team of industry experts around serial entrepreneur Carsten Brinkschulte. Focused on development of mobile synchronization and device management software, the company aims to become a leading provider of wireless solutions for mobile operators and corporates. The founders have a strong track-record of building lead-edge technology products in the wireless space including the launch of the world's first live SyncML-server in a mobile operator environment.
About SyncML
SyncML is the open standard that drives data mobility by establishing a common language for communications between devices, applications and networks. The foundation of the SyncML open standard ensures a consistent set of data that is always available on any device or application, any time.
Sponsored by Ericsson, IBM, Lotus, Matsushita, Motorola, Nokia, Symbian and others, the SyncML initiative accelerates the development and market success of SyncML technologies. Further information about the SyncML initiative is available at http://www.openmobilealliance.org/syncml.
Source: Internet News Bureau
palmOne Licenses Microsoft Exchange Server Synchronization Protocol for Integration with Treo Smartphones Tuesday, October 5 2004
palmOne, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLMO) today announced that it has licensed Microsoft's (Nasdaq: MSFT) Exchange Server ActiveSync(R) protocol to enable the delivery of secure, wireless and direct synchronization between Microsoft(R) Exchange Server 2003, part of Windows Server System, and future Treo(TM) smartphones. palmOne intends to use the technology to extend the company's device support for Microsoft Exchange Server by adding capability for wireless server-based synchronization.
The relationship between palmOne and Microsoft underscores the market demand to make deploying mobile email access easier for companies of all sizes. Many mobile email solutions require a third-party server to be installed to act as a conduit between an email server and a mobile device. By integrating the Exchange Server ActiveSync protocol into its devices, palmOne eliminates the need for a third-party server and provides customers with a solution for secure, wireless email that is cost-effective and can be deployed quickly and easily. End-users will benefit by having out-of-the-box capability(1) to link to Exchange Server 2003 data, including email and calendar information, using palmOne's easy-to-use VersaMail(TM) client.
"palmOne has built its brand on making complex technologies easy to use, and having wireless synchronization to Exchange 2003 available out-of-the-box will enhance our smartphone customers' experience while slashing company IT costs," said Ed Colligan, president, palmOne. "Key to offering the premier mobile-email-access device is our open-platform approach, resulting in a full spectrum of choices for individuals to CIOs at the largest enterprises."
"The combination of the Exchange Server ActiveSync protocol and mobile solutions from palmOne provides customers with a direct means of extending wireless access to corporate email from their palmOne devices in the field," said Dave Thompson, vice president of Exchange Server at Microsoft. "We believe that the combination of Treo smartphones and Exchange Server 2003 can significantly enhance end-user productivity by providing a secure, direct, easily implemented wireless email while simultaneously lowering IT costs by eliminating the need for middleware."
Email is the obvious application required by mobile workers who want to remain connected while away from the office. Between 2002 and 2006, the number of mobile workers in the United States will grow from 10 million to a total of 104.5 million individuals, and the No. 1 application organizations plan to spend money on in 2004 is email. According to IDC, 84 percent of businesses will look to deploy email first and then follow with personal information management, calendar applications and customer relationship management or sales force automation applications at the same time or soon after. Converged devices, such as the Treo line of smartphones, are poised to capture this growth in mobility with an expected growth rate for converged devices of 47 percent CAGR worldwide by 2006.
About palmOne, Inc.
palmOne, Inc. -- the leader in handheld computing and communications solutions -- strives to put the power of computing in people's hands so they can access and share their most important information. The company's products include Zire(TM) and Tungsten(TM) handhelds and Treo(TM) smartphones, software and accessories.
palmOne products are sold at The palmOne Store ( http://store.palmOne.com/ ) and palmOne Retail Stores, and through select Internet, retail, reseller and wireless operator partners throughout the world.
More information about palmOne, Inc. is available at http://www.palmOne.com .
About Windows Server System
Microsoft Windows Server System(TM) is a comprehensive family of server software providing the infrastructure for IT operations, application development, integration and information work. Built on the Windows Server(TM) operating system, and designed with Common Engineering Criteria, Windows Server System is focused on making it easier for IT professionals to connect and manage their IT environment. Because Windows Server System products are integrated for enhanced manageability and security, they help organizations reduce complexity and lower costs. All Windows Server System products support open industry standards including those based on XML to promote interoperability with other platforms. More information on Windows Server System can be found online at http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserversystem .
About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries.
(1) Requires Exchange Server 2003 and access enabled by IT administrator.
An Internet service provider account, data service and carrier
subscription may be required for Internet and email access. These
services may need to be purchased separately. Access available within
network coverage areas only.
NOTE: palmOne, Zire, Tungsten, Treo and VersaMail are among the trademarks or registered trademarks owned by or licensed to palmOne, Inc. or its subsidiaries. Microsoft, ActiveSync, Windows Server System and Windows Server are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. All other brand and product names are or may be trademarks of, and are used to identify products or services of, their respective owners.
Source: palmOne, Inc.
palmOne Breaks New Ground with Industry's First 256MB Storage Handheld Sunday, October 3 2004
Nearly doubling the industry's current handheld storage maximum, palmOne, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLMO) today introduced the Tungsten(TM) T5 handheld with 256MB of flash memory.(1) The Tungsten T5 gives productivity-minded mobile professionals the ability to carry more data and applications than ever before on a handheld, for an estimated U.S. street price of $399.
[NOTE: To view the Multimedia News Release, complete with video and images, go to http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/palmone/20397
The Tungsten T5 handheld's flash memory protects information even if the device loses its charge, and doubles as a portable flash memory drive.(2) With palmOne's highest-resolution 320x480 color screen, Bluetooth(R) wireless technology, and an all-new sleek and slim design, the Tungsten T5 rises above conventional handheld limitations, giving customers the folders and files they need whenever and wherever they need them.
"Today's mobile professionals need greater access to their information, regardless of the data's size," said Ken Wirt, senior vice president of worldwide marketing for palmOne. "The Tungsten T5 handheld gives these highly mobile workers more storage capacity than any other handheld device. It also doubles as a flash drive, allowing people to carry their work from the office to home and back, without carrying a laptop."
Flash memory, a form of electronic memory, is used for easy and safe information storage. Its low power consumption and light weight make flash memory ideal for mobile devices. In addition, flash memory holds information without a charge or power, just like a memory card saves pictures when not connected to a digital camera. The flash memory in the TungstenT5 handheld will maintain its data, even when the power is exhausted. Simply charge the handheld again and the data is there.
Monumental Storage That Saves Data Without Recharging
With 256MB of flash storage, the greatest amount of memory currently available on the handheld market, the Tungsten T5 handheld can store all of the following:
-- thousands of appointments and contacts;
-- hundreds of emails and documents;
-- hundreds of VGA photos;
-- two music CDs; and
-- several minutes of video.
With the ability to carry so many files, folders and documents anytime, anywhere, users can stay connected and get more done while at the office, at home or on the road.
Quick and Easy Access to Folders and Files
Users can drag and drop files and folders between the Tungsten T5 handheld and their desktop computers using palmOne's new File Transfer application, which is installed onto computers via Palm(TM) Desktop software. Simple and easy to use, a live desktop window gives users instant access to data and information stored in the handheld's internal drive. Users who have Palm Desktop installed at work and home can simply drag an important file to their internal drive, take their Tungsten T5 handheld home, plug it into their home computer's USB port and access the file. While on the go and away from a desktop, users can view their Word, Excel or PowerPoint documents on palmOne's highest-resolution color screen.
The Tungsten T5 also doubles as a flash drive, making data stored on the device easily accessible on the go. To access important information wherever it's necessary, the user simply selects Drive Mode on the handheld and plugs the HotSync(R) cable into another computer's USB port. The user then can open, copy, move, rename, delete and manage files and folders while using the Tungsten T5 handheld as a removable drive.
Strong support from DataViz(R) Documents To Go(R) 7.0 gives users the ability to create and edit Word and Excel compatible files and view and carry PowerPoint files with no desktop conversion required. Multimedia content, such as photos, music and videos(3), also can be stored in the Tungsten T5 handheld's ample internal memory. A new Favorites view provides easy access to the applications, files and folders most important to the user, while a new Files application allows for easy navigation among folders and files.
Innovative Design
Documents, PowerPoint presentations, photos and even videos can be viewed in landscape or portrait mode on the Tungsten T5 handheld's stunning 320x480 display. A robust Intel 416MHz XScale processor provides plenty of power, and the built-in Bluetooth wireless technology lets users sync with a laptop computer or connect to a Bluetooth compatible phone to browse the web and get email.(4) With its slim and sleek design, the Tungsten T5 fits easily into a loose pocket and features the Multi-connector, a new common connector for palmOne products.
New Accessories
Being introduced with the Tungsten T5 handheld is a host of new accessories, including the following (all prices are estimated U.S. street price):
-- Tungsten T5 Hard Case -- Based on the best-selling Tungsten E hard
case, this case provides strong protection in a sleek, brushed aluminum
design. $39.99
-- Tungsten T5 Leather Case -- This premium slim leather custom case
features luxurious suede interior and storage for credit and/or
business cards and expansion cards. $29.99
-- Tungsten T5 USB Cradle Base -- This new stylishly designed HotSync and
charging cradle works with inbox cables and charger and includes an
audio out for stereo or powered speakers. $29.99
-- Tungsten T5 Cradle Kit -- The complete cradle kit for home or office,
this product includes a Tungsten T5 cradle, a desktop USB HotSync cable
and AC charger. $49.99
-- Combo Stylus with Pen Multipack -- This combo pack includes three
convenient-to-carry pen and stylus combinations. $14.99
Price and Availability
palmOne's Tungsten T5 handheld has an estimated U.S. street price of $399 and will be widely available on Nov. 3 from the palmOne online store (http://store.palmOne.com) and select retail stores worldwide. The company also announced a $50 price reduction of the Tungsten T3 handheld -- now $349 (estimated U.S. street price).
Additional information about the new Tungsten T5 handheld can be found online at http://www.palmOne.com/tungsten-t5.
About palmOne, Inc.
palmOne, Inc. -- the leader in handheld computing and communications solutions -- strives to put the power of computing in people's hands so they can access and share their most important information. The company's products include Zire(TM) and Tungsten(TM) handhelds and Treo(TM) smartphones, software and accessories.
palmOne products are sold at The palmOne Store (http://store.palmOne.com/) and palmOne Retail Stores, and through select Internet, retail, reseller and wireless operator partners throughout the world.
More information about palmOne, Inc. is available at http://www.palmOne.com.
(1) 215MB user available.
(2) Host computer must support standard USB removable drive and
appropriate application software (not included).
(3) Videos may require conversion via the desktop to be viewed on the
handheld.
(4) Wireless access requires a compatible Bluetooth phone and carrier
subscription, not included. An Internet service provider account, data
service and carrier subscription may be required for Internet and
email access. These services may need to be purchased separately.
Broadcast Video and Other palmOne Materials
Broadcast video and other materials are available online from palmOne's Multimedia Library (http://www.thenewsmarket.com/palmOne). Press can register at the site, which is hosted by The NewsMarket (thenewsmarket.com), a web- based news and video archive, to browse and preview an extensive content library and order footage directly from their desktops. Registration and ordering on the site is free.
palmOne, Zire, Tungsten, Treo, Palm and Palm OS are among the trademarks or registered trademarks owned by or licensed to palmOne, Inc. or its subsidiaries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by palmOne, Inc. is under license. All other brand and product names are or may be trademarks of, and are used to identify products or services of, their respective owners.
Source: palmOne, Inc.
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