- Spb Software House Releases Spb Insight - a Full-Text Pocket PC News Reader
- Skweezer Selected by Ask.com for New Ask Mobile Search
- Skweezer Selected by Bloglines to Improve Mobile Experience
- PlanMaker 2006 for Pocket PCs enters public beta test phase
- Spb Software House releases Spb Finance 2.6 with Microsoft Money 2007 synchronization support.
- SoftMaker Office 2006 for Windows released
- New website for PDA Developers
- Spb Software House Releases Spb Diary 2.0
- Demand for Mobile Access to Social Networking Sites Growing
- Skweezer Nominated for Smartphone & Pocket PC Magazine's Best Software Awards
Operation Shadow for the N-GageTM platform now in stores Thursday, September 30 2004
Nokia today announced that it has started shipping Operation Shadow, a war themed 3D action adventure that immerses gamers into the world of heavy combat action, lightning strikes and the latest military equipment. With multiplayer support for up to 4 players via Bluetooth wireless technology, Operation Shadow allows for fast-paced and action-packed competitive game play.
"Operation Shadow is a great example of the mobile multiplayer features of the N-Gage platform. Now friends can compete on the battlefield and exploit the tactical advantages of the various vehicles as they battle for supremacy and bragging rights," said Pasi Pölönen, Director of Game Publishing, Nokia.
As well as fighting on foot, aspiring heroes can choose from a selection of vehicles to fight against the enemy including, helicopters, tanks and hummers. Players will be able to use multiple vehicles in every mission. Thanks to the game's developed AI, enemies will fight with increasing sophistication, taking cover and working together to attack and defend, as players progress through the game.
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
Greenlight Wireless announces partnership with BuddyStream Technologies Wednesday, September 29 2004
Greenlight Wireless Corporation today announced signing a deal with BuddyStream Technologies to integrate their cross-network instant messaging (IM) application into Skweezer®. This will allow Skweezer users to send and receive instant messages on many of the most popular IM networks, such as AOL, MSN, Yahoo!, and Jabber.
The integrated version of BuddyStream Technologies' solution will allow Skweezer users to access their existing instant messenger accounts, without requiring a separate sign in process for each IM provider. Skweezer users will be able to view a list of friends and contacts currently online, as well as send and receive instant messages, from several IM accounts simultaneously right from their Skweezer Home Page. BuddyStream Technologies' application is based on open standards, which means that, like Skweezer, it can be used on a wide range of handheld devices and platforms.
Greenlight Wireless' Skweezer product is a Web-based service that allows users to reformat Web content for wireless-enabled handheld devices, such as mobile phones and PDA's. Customers use the Skweezer portal at www.skweezer.net as a wireless gateway to browse the Internet with Greenlight Wireless' compression and optimization technology. Upcoming releases of Skweezer will incorporate a suite of messaging, search, shopping, and personal information management (PIM) tools.
About Greenlight Wireless:
Greenlight Wireless is a leading innovator of wireless technologies, providing ASP and server-component solutions for enterprise-level businesses and wireless carriers. Greenlight Wireless' consumer-oriented Skweezer service optimizes Web content for wireless-enabled handheld devices. Greenlight Wireless provides value to partners and licensees by leveraging its robust and proven technologies across diverse platforms and operating systems.
About BuddyStream Technologies:
BuddyStream is an integrated, intelligent platform system designed to leverage current protocols under one unified umbrella. The goal of BuddyStream is to make it easy for developers, OEM’s, and VARS-centric companies to integrate and deploy messaging solutions for the enterprise and for mobile-based applications.
Source: Greenlight Wireless Corp.
Sprint, palmOne Provide Wireless Solution for Riverside Health Tuesday, September 28 2004
Sprint (NYSE: FON) and palmOne, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLMO) today announced that Riverside Health System's three non-profit, community hospitals in Virginia are using Sprint PCS Vision(SM) Smart Device Treo(TM) 600s by palmOne on the Sprint PCS Vision(SM) network with the MData(R) Enterprise System from MercuryMD, Inc.
Physicians using these devices can take advantage of the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network to quickly and easily access patient data from virtually anywhere inside and outside of the hospital, making them more efficient and better able to provide the highest quality of care.(1) With MData's enhanced SyncEverywhere(TM) technology, physicians can securely access clinical patient data on hospital information systems from anywhere while on the enhanced Sprint Nationwide PCS Network.
Physicians spend a large amount of time searching for critical patient information, such as lab results, admission history, diagnostic reports and medication lists. By using the Treo 600 smartphone equipped with MData, this information can now be accessed from anywhere on the Sprint Nationwide PCS Network. Approximately 500 Riverside physicians can use MData to obtain mobile access to important patient information, helping optimize patient care.
"The Treo 600, along with Sprint's high-speed data network and MercuryMD's MData, has enabled physicians to access patient information more quickly and conveniently," said John Stanley, senior vice president and chief information officer at Riverside Health System. "With the success of this system, our physicians now have more time to devote to patient care."
The MData Enterprise System also has made a positive difference in the ability for Riverside to attract physicians and maintain its reputation as a high-tech, high-quality health provider. Currently, Riverside is the dominant provider of healthcare in all three of its markets.
"Sprint recognizes that mobile technologies are becoming increasingly important for enabling healthcare providers to deliver higher-quality patient care in a more timely and efficient manner," said Mike Werth, director of healthcare marketing for emerging and mid-markets, Sprint. "The wireless solution deployed at Riverside represents a continuing joint effort by Sprint, palmOne and MercuryMD to provide best-in-class mobile solutions to the healthcare industry."
Sprint is dedicated to providing integrated communication solutions that help healthcare providers balance patient care, manage costs and comply with mandated regulations. Sprint has been offering voice and data services for more than 30 years and has a full data services portfolio, including business continuity, transport (IP, FR, ATM, wireless) and managed network services. In addition, Sprint has built a strong portfolio of security products and services that healthcare organizations can leverage to address HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) security requirements. Sprint also is leveraging its portfolio of wireless and wireline assets to provide integrated, managed mobility solutions designed for the healthcare market. Sprint also can provide solutions for the healthcare market, including digital imaging and telemedicine capabilities. (For more information, please visit www.sprint.com/healthcare.)
"Point-of-care access to critical patient data is fundamental to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective care, and palmOne is proud to join Sprint, MercuryMD and Riverside in leading in the implementation of technology in healthcare," said Gail Moody-Byrd, director of healthcare and general business marketing for palmOne. "The wireless capabilities of the Treo 600 smartphone combined with MData's SyncEverywhere technology allow for fast access to patient data, which can lead to improved patient care."
"Our alliance with palmOne and Sprint enhances our commitment to delivering value-driven and progressive mobile data solutions to our customers," said Alan Ying, chief executive officer for MercuryMD.
About Sprint
Sprint is a global integrated communications provider serving more than 26 million customers in over 100 countries. With more than $26 billion in annual revenues in 2003, Sprint is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying state-of-the-art network technologies, including the United States' first nationwide all-digital, fiber-optic network and an award-winning Tier 1 Internet backbone. Sprint provides local communications services in 39 states and the District of Columbia and operates the largest 100-percent digital, nationwide PCS wireless network in the United States. For more information, visit www.sprint.com.
About MercuryMD
MercuryMD is a private, healthcare-focused software company that provides hospitals with mobile technology solutions to improve clinical workflow and operational efficiencies. It's MData(R) Enterprise System offers hospitals a mobile technology foundation to provide clinicians with anytime access to current and comprehensive clinical data, as well as a full suite of mobile enterprise applications enabling clinicians to transform information into action. MercuryMD's mobile applications support both Palm OS(R) and Pocket PC devices. For more information visit: www.mercurymd.com.
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) A subscription for Sprint PCS Vision services is required for
Internet and email access.. Access available within the Sprint PCS
network coverage areas only.
NOTE: palmOne, Tungsten, Zire, Treo and Palm OS are among the trademarks or registered trademarks owned by or licensed to palmOne, Inc. or its subsidiaries. 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.
PocketKiosk Builder Friday, September 24 2004
Askarya Technologies has released a solution for enterprises for running Pocket PC applications in Fullscreen Kiosk mode.
PocketKiosk Builder is a developer tool using which any Pocket PC application (.exe/.vb) can be made to run in fullscreen kiosk mode on a Pocket PC device. This way users can be restricted to a specific application only and that application takes complete control of the screen e.g. you can run Pocket Internet Explorer in full screen mode, thus making sure users don't run any other application such as games, music apps etc.
news_fullstory = Askarya Technologies has released a solution for enterprises for running Pocket PC applications in Fullscreen Kiosk mode.
PocketKiosk Builder is a developer tool using which any Pocket PC application (.exe/.vb) can be made to run in fullscreen kiosk mode on a Pocket PC device. This way users can be restricted to a specific application only and that application takes complete control of the screen e.g. you can run Pocket Internet Explorer in full screen mode, thus making sure users don't run any other application such as games, music apps etc.
Benefits:
1. Achieve full employee productivity by ensuring that only single application is running.
2. Avoid accidental device data or system corruption by inexperienced users.
3. Ensure increased battery life as only one application can be run in Kiosk mode.
4. Utilize full screen area on Pocket PC devices having smaller displays.
Source: Askarya Technologies
Greenlight Wireless Skweezer service nominated for Pocket PC Magazine's Best Software of 2004 Awards Thursday, September 23 2004
Greenlight Wireless Corporation today announced that Skweezer® 2.0 has been nominated for Pocket PC Magazine’s prestigious Best Software awards, both in the "Pocket PC Browsers and Web Utilities" and "SmartPhone Phone Tools and Synchronization" categories.
The annual Pocket PC Magazine Best Software Awards helps users select software that best suits their Windows Mobile Pocket PC and Smartphone needs by honoring companies that produce outstanding software. Over 75 experts in Pocket PC and Smartphone software from around the world help select the nominations and determine the award winners. These experts are prominent Microsoft MVP's, support forum moderators, and Pocket PC magazine contributors. Winners will be announced on October 26, 2004 at the CTIA conference in San Francisco.
Greenlight Wireless' Skweezer product is a Web-based service that allows users to reformat Web content for wireless-enabled handheld devices, such as mobile phones and PDA's. Customers use the Skweezer portal at www.skweezer.net as a wireless gateway to browse the Internet with Greenlight Wireless' compression and optimization technology. Upcoming releases of Skweezer will incorporate a suite of messaging, search, shopping, and personal information management (PIM) tools.
Skweezer 2.0 can be purchased online at www.greenlightwireless.net/signup for USD$14.99, which includes a no-obligation 30-day trial period and a full year of service. More information about Skweezer can be found on the Greenlight Wireless Web site at www.greenlightwireless.net.
About Greenlight Wireless:
Greenlight Wireless is a leading innovator of wireless technologies, providing ASP and server-component solutions for enterprise-level businesses and wireless carriers. Greenlight Wireless' consumer-oriented Skweezer service optimizes Web content for wireless-enabled handheld devices. Greenlight Wireless provides value to partners and licensees by leveraging its robust and proven technologies across diverse platforms and operating systems.
Source: Greenlight Wireless Corporation
Nokia expands its range of imaging smartphones Wednesday, September 22 2004
Nokia today introduced its latest addition to the company's broadening range of megapixel imaging smartphones. Boasting a wide range of productivity features and a megapixel (1152 X 864 pixels) camera, the Nokia 6670 smartphone is ideal for the modern mobile professional who is seeking a reliable tool for better managing the balance between busy work and social life. Expected to be available in early October 2004, the Nokia 6670 phone will come in two variants; GSM 900/1800/1900 for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asian markets, and GSM 850/1800/1900 for the Americas markets.
"We are witnessing a rapid shift from PDAs to smartphones, as manufacturers are able to include voice and PDA functionalities into a single device," said Juha Putkiranta, Senior Vice President, Multimedia Imaging, Nokia. "With the introduction of the Nokia 6670 imaging smartphone, Nokia is driving the expansion of the smartphone market and strengthening its position to capitalize on this significant growth opportunity."
In a compact, classic and elegant design, the new tri-band Nokia 6670 provides for effective and reliable communication, while also offering excellent imaging features. Based on Series 60, the industry-leading platform for smartphones, the Nokia 6670 offers document viewers for reading e-mail attachments, powerful personal information management (PIM) features, web browser with support for PDF files, and faster data input with the Nokia Wireless Keyboard. Users can also print their emails or images directly from the handset via Bluetooth wireless technology.
In addition to the high-resolution color display of 65,536 colors, and the 4x digital zoom for both pictures and video recording, the Nokia 6670 smartphone allows for quick and convenient capturing, printing, storing and sending of megapixel-quality images as well as video. The new photo editor application also enables enhancing the images instantly on the phone screen with crop, frame, autofix, and text-adding functionalities.
The Nokia 6670 smartphone offers enhanced security for professionals on the go. The phone is the first Series 60 product to support mobile antivirus software developed by F-Secure. Security can be further reinforced with the Nokia Mobile VPN (Virtual Private Network) Client and other key security features, such as Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for web-based applications.
An ideal tool for efficiency and organization, and a huge step towards a truly mobile wireless office, the Nokia 6670 supports innovative Nokia enhancements, such as the foldable Nokia Wireless Keyboard, which provides easy means, for instance, to reply to e-mails or messages. The Nokia 6670 smartphone is also compatible with the new Nokia Wireless GPS Module, launched today. Via Bluetooth wireless technology, the compact portable GPS receiver enables the use of a range of location-based applications and services, of which some offer turn-by-turn route guidance to a selected destination.
Other Nokia enhancements introduced today and supported by the Nokia 6670 smartphone include the lightweight Nokia Wireless Headset HS-11W, with convenient call handling features, as well as the Nokia Remote Camera, a wireless and compact home monitoring solution, which sends monitoring data directly to a compatible mobile phone as text messages, high-quality images or even video clips with sound.
Weighing 118 grams and measuring 109 x 53 x 21 mm, the Nokia 6670 imaging smartphone is based on Symbian OS, and is expected to retail for approximately 500 euros.
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
Nokia Remote Camera provides a megapixel peek into your surroundings Wednesday, September 22 2004
Nokia today announced a wireless home monitoring solution with an integrated motion detector, the Nokia Remote Camera. With the ability to capture megapixel-quality images and video clips with sound, even in low-light and outdoor conditions, the Nokia Remote Camera brings a new twist to remote monitoring. The device is expected to become available in the fourth quarter of 2004 in Europe, Middle East and Asia-Pacific, with the expected retail price of 450 EUR.
Combining a digital camera, GSM transceiver and MMS technology in the same unit, the Nokia Remote Camera can be used in a number places that need to be observed: including home, summer cottage, warehouse, or even a boat.
"The Nokia Remote Camera offers added convenience for those needing an extra pair of ears and eyes to observe their private property in a time-saving way," said Janne Jormalainen, Vice President of Mobile Enhancements Business Unit at Nokia. "The improved feature set includes a megapixel camera with zoom, video and audio capture, possibility for outdoor use and easy configuration via Bluetooth technology."
Consumers looking to add extra peace of mind to their lives will also find the Nokia Remote Camera both easy to install and convenient to use. The camera does not require a physical connection to a landline or to the Internet; all it needs is a regular main power supply and access to a GSM network. After inserting a SIM card, entering the PIN code and defining at least one user, the Nokia Remote Camera is ready for use.
The Nokia Remote Camera sends images or video clips with sound to an MMS-enabled handset or e-mail address when motion is detected, at pre-defined intervals, or when an SMS query is sent directly to the device. Users can also receive notifications when a minimum or maximum temperature has been reached, and can even view the temperature history for the past 24 hours as a graph.
Users can control the camera via text messages or by using Bluetooth wireless technology, and the extended user access allows more than one person to control the device. The Remote Camera Manager application provides an enhanced user experience via graphical user interface for those owning a Series 60 smartphone, such as the Nokia 6670, Nokia 7610 or the Nokia 6600. The Nokia Remote Camera comes with a stand for placing it on a table, as well as a wall or ceiling mount, and a clip-on shield for outdoor use.
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.
Source: Nokia Press Office
The Nokia 6630 selected by Vodafone to its 3G handset portfolio Wednesday, September 22 2004
Nokia today announced that Vodafone Group has selected the Nokia 6630 phone as the latest addition to its 3G WCDMA phone portfolio. Fully customized for Vodafone, the Nokia 6630 delivers the high-speed benefits of 3G to consumers in a compact package together with a megapixel camera and advanced smartphone features. The Nokia 6630 offers always-connected email, the possibility to download and view email attachments while on the move, mobile broadband access to multimedia content, live video streaming and video conferencing.
"Vodafone's choice of the Nokia 6630 means that consumers will be able to enjoy the benefits of 3G in a customized and compact package with high-quality performance and leading operating times," said Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Multimedia, Nokia. "We have been working closely with Vodafone to ensure their customers can use the Nokia 6630 to take full advantage of the high-speed 3G networks."
The Nokia 6630 will be available through Vodafone stores, including Japan. The Nokia 6630 is based on Symbian OS. It is a tri-band phone for GSM 900/1800/1900, EDGE and WCDMA networks. Weighing 127 grams and measuring 110 x 60 x 20.6 mm, it is the world's smallest megapixel phone for GSM and WCDMA networks.
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.
Source: Nokia Press Office
Serving a fresh port: TextMaker for Zaurus in public beta testing Monday, September 20 2004
TextMaker, the premier
word processor from German software manufacturer SoftMaker, has
been ported to a new platform: TextMaker for Zaurus is the latest
release from SoftMaker, after versions of TextMaker for Windows,
Linux, FreeBSD, Pocket PCs, Handheld PCs, and Windows CE.NET.
TextMaker for Zaurus is now in public beta testing, and owners
of Sharp's Linux-based Zaurus PDAs are invited to join the beta
and download their free beta copy at www.softmaker.com
TextMaker for Zaurus is the first and only complete word
processor for Zaurus. Multi-language spell-checker? Graphics?
Footnotes? No problem. Tables? Sophisticated character and
paragraph formatting? At your fingertips. Lossless conversion
of all Microsoft Word files? Right on your Zaurus.
TextMaker for Zaurus is the most comprehensive word processor
ever developed for the Sharp Zaurus.
Imagine that: Desktop-class word processing on your Zaurus!
TextMaker carries a suggested retail price of US$49.95 or
EUR 49.95 and is available through resellers and directly
from SoftMaker.
TextMaker's user interface is switchable between English and
German. Spanish, Portuguese and Russian versions are under
development.
For additional information visit: www.softmaker.com
or contact: info@softmaker.de
Phone +49-911-936 386 0
Fax +49-911-30 37 96
Source: SoftMaker Software GmbH
Innovative design and appearance of next generation of Nokia mobile holders ideally adapted to suit interior fittings of modern cars Monday, September 20 2004
The Nokia Mobile Holder CR-21 heralds a new generation of mobile holders that not only have attractive colours and a slim design but also are specially adapted to suit vehicle interiors. This new two-tone mobile holder keeps compatible mobile phones firmly in place. The phone can be released from the holder simply by pressing it down. This new holder ensures improved connection quality because the antenna coupling to the outside aerial is now directly integrated in the holder itself*.
"With the new generation of Nokia mobile holders, we consider design to be every bit as important as function, because many users now like their vehicle's interior fittings to be appealing," says Uwe Pertz General Manager Consumer Products, Nokia Smart Traffic Products. "That's why design plays an increasingly important role when people buy a mobile holder. At the same time, many customers want the mobile holder to provide a good visual match with compatible mobile phones and to harmonise with the rest of the vehicle interior. The new Nokia Mobile Holder CR-21 is a good example, as it has been ideally adapted to match the design of the compatible Nokia 3220 mobile phone."
The new mobile holder concept is compatible with existing Nokia car kit solutions supporting Pop-Port interface such as the Nokia Advanced Car Kit (CK-7W). The integration of this new mobile holder is easy since it is an exact fit for the mounting plate and swivel mount of previous Nokia mobile holder solutions.
The new Nokia mobile holder CR-21 is expected to be available in Europe from late 2004, and subsequently in Asia and the USA.
* Please observe all local regulations on the use of phones in motor 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
CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC Sunday, September 19 2004
CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC key features:
Opening CHM files of any size not longer than in 2 seconds, even huge Microsoft Press CHM eBooks; Full-Text Search in a whole CHM file; Table of Contents; Index view; User-friendly graphical interface that accurately reproduces the interface paradigm of the CHM reader for Windows PC platform; Handling all images in Pocket Internet Explorer format; Handling Microsoft ClearType technology for best font display; Document ranging: you can view a document both in its original size or zoomed to the window size; Customizable font size; Joystick support.
Now MicroOLAP Technologies distributes CHM eBook Reader for Pocket PC with support of Pocket PC 2002 and Pocket PC 2003.
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.
More information on the product: http://pocket-pc-ebook-reader.com/
Source: microolap
Nokia's Connect to Art brings art to mobile phones Friday, September 17 2004
Connect to Art is a new dimension of art and Nokia's answer to artists' need to find new, innovative channels for artistic expression and ways to reach new and existing audiences by using new methods.
Connect to Art is the result of cooperation with artists and Nokia and launches with a mobile exhibition featuring three Finnish artists, Stefan Lindfors, Osmo Rauhala and Kati Åberg. Each artist has created audiovisual works of art that draw on the advantages of new media and mobile phones as an alternative channel for distributing art and as a unique environment for experiencing it.
Nokia's vision is life goes mobile. In the future, people will create, distribute and consume digital information and entertainment almost anytime and anywhere, each according to their needs. Already today, features such as news, music and games can be enjoyed in a mobile environment. It is only natural that art will go mobile, too.
Connect to Art will first be introduced in Finland. Starting with visual artists, the concept will later expand also into music. Connect to Art will later make its debut outside of Finland where artists from other countries will be joining in.
"Art is one of the longest lasting forms of communication between people. The language of art connects people through beauty, inspiration and creativity. In the sense that Nokia is pushing the limits with new technology, art pushes the limits of the mind. It is, therefore, only natural that Nokia should connect artists with today's new media and consequently with new audiences," said Martin Sandelin, Nokia's senior vice president, corporate marketing, at the mobile exhibition opening ceremony.
"The transistor radio was invented in the 1950s, and suddenly people were able to simply pick up entertainment and carry it with them wherever they went, to the beach, for example. Today, you can enjoy art wherever you are. Art is audiovisual. Art is for you, and it is you who brings my story to life," says Stefan Lindfors, artist.
Artist Osmo Rauhala is equally enthusiastic about the Connect to Art concept. "Art emerged from small symbols, handprints on rocks," he explains. "Over time we have worn our amulets and shaped our tools. Art within a mobile phone is a continuation of the millennial tale. Although the means is new, the purpose remains the same."
According to the artist Kati Åberg, new media artists create art with the tools that shape our time. "The mobile phone is one of the more personal tools we own, but until now it has remained out of art's reach. How joyful it is now to conquer this territory! Mobile phones literally bring art into the palm of your hand, making the experience personal and entertaining. The works of art are close to you, genuinely within reach, right in your breast pocket next to your heart, and you alone can view them and own them," Åberg says.
Connect to Art website can be found at www.nokia.com/art. The works of art can be downloaded to Nokia's 6600, 6620 and 7610 imaging smartpohones. In the future, the artwork can also be enjoyed with other Nokia imaging devices. Art lovers can download their favorite works to their mobile phones directly from the Connect to Art mobile site at www.nokia.com/art/mobile free of charge. The number of downloadable works of art is limited, which is typical in the world of art.
Source: Nokia Press Office
ADBLOG.UK Launches On-line Trading via SMS Wednesday, September 15 2004
Buyers and sellers of new and used Mp3 players, mobile phones, DVD players and other gadgets are now able to trade with complete security on the UK’s first, fully mobile phone compatible, ‘classifieds’ web site launched today by Adblog UK (Adblog). Adblog sellers use a mobile phone payments system to purchase listing credits whilst buyers receive product alerts and sellers’ contact details via SMS. When used in conjunction with NatWest FastPay, transactions can be completed without any need for the exchange of email or credit / debit card information. FastPay will actually allow members to use their mobile number or email address to initiate payments.
Adblog fees, which are billed directly to the users mobile phone when a text is sent to the Company, are £1.75 for a standard listing and £2.50 for a featured listing shown on the Adblog homepage (http://www.adblog.co.uk/). Once in credit the seller is then free to enter descriptive text and a picture onto the site in one of the specialised categories. Costs for the listing are the same for private sellers and ‘pro retailers’ alike - no further charges are made. Unlike other online classified and auction sites, Adblog does not charge a percentage of the sale price. New sellers wishing to use Adblog can take advantage of a special introductory offer simply by sending an SMS (ADBLOG JOIN to 83248) to the Company. Their account is credited with six ‘featured ad’ 30 day listing credits for just £3.00.
Buyers on Adblog are equally well served and secure. Classified advertisements are attractively presented within a fully searchable database. Users can search the primary Adblog site using a PC, laptop or handheld PC, or a text only version of the site using a ‘WAP’ enabled mobile phone. Optional SMS text alerts can be sent to potential buyers when a product is listed that meets their particular criteria.
When a visitor to the site wishes to make a purchase he or she simply sends a text with a unique product code to Adblog and they receive the sellers contact details back a moment later. Adblog is fully integrated with the Natwest FastPay mobile phone payments system so that neither buyer nor seller needs to reveal any sensitive information to make or accept payments (other payment methods such as Nochex and PayPal are also supported). Transactions completed using NatWest FastPay, do not require any bank or credit account details to be communicated, making the system highly secure. As Adblog does not take any credit card details the entire process is safe, secure & cheaper to implement than Paypal & Nochex. Further highly secure payment options, such as a debit to a fixed line telephone bill, are planned for the future.
Commenting on the launch, Adblog founder Marvin Johnson said, “We set out to build a highly secure mobile phone based trading environment in which buyers and sellers alike could be free from credit or debit card misuse, ‘phishing’ attacks, spoof emails and other fraudulent activity. We believe that with Adblog we’ve created a unique classifieds listing service that allows mobile users to shop with complete confidence – online and on the go!”
Source: ADBLOG.UK
ImpactRx Chooses Treo 600 Smartphones From palmOne Wednesday, September 15 2004
palmOne, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLMO) today announced that ImpactRx, an innovative provider of market insight to the pharmaceutical industry, has purchased several hundred Treo(TM) 600 smartphones from palmOne for its longitudinal physician network. The devices will be used to collect information that is used to measure the relationship between pharmaceutical sales activities and physician prescribing behavior.
A palmOne customer since 2001, ImpactRx will add the Treo 600 to its current portfolio of mobile devices, which currently includes Zire(TM) and Tungsten(TM) handhelds from palmOne. Physicians can take advantage of the Sprint nationwide high-speed network to quickly and easily download information to the ImpactRx database(1).
"The Treo 600 has enabled us to develop an effective solution tailored to meet our clients' needs, as well as provide terrific benefits to our physician members," said Patrick Bergin, senior director of network operations for ImpactRx.
"Having used a laptop for transmitting information, and now having the opportunity to use the Treo 600, I can personally attest that the Treo 600 is a hands-down favorite," said Dr. Alexander Higgins, a physician panel member since 2001. "It makes it much easier and more convenient to collect and transfer data seamlessly from my Treo 600 to ImpactRx. Plus it gives me the added benefit of being able to keep in touch with my patients."
ImpactRx has a network of several thousand physicians across the United States who use electronic technology to collect pharmaceutical promotion activity and patient treatment decisions for every pharmaceutical product currently marketed. By providing physicians with a completely mobile device to record prescribing decisions and pharmaceutical sales calls, ImpactRx is able to capture valuable information that helps the pharmaceutical industry develop effective sales and marketing strategies for their products.
Pharmaceutical companies spend about $1.5 billion each year on data to track the prescribing habits of physicians. However, prescription information is not available to the industry for up to four to six weeks after the prescription is written. Industry experts say drug makers have a hard time understanding the interplay between their sales activities and physician prescribing behavior. The Treo 600 with ImpactRx proprietary software enables immediate transmission of this information to the ImpactRx database.
"The Treo 600 is a key element in facilitating the transmission of data from physicians to our database," said Bergin. "It happens almost instantaneously. We are able to produce comprehensive, accurate reports for our customers very rapidly. The Treo 600 keeps us at the cutting edge."
"Competitive research is vital in the pharmaceutical industry, and palmOne is delighted to help ImpactRx address and assist in its research needs," said Gail Moody-Byrd, director of healthcare and general business marketing for palmOne. "The wireless capabilities of the Treo 600 smartphone allow for fast, accurate transfer of data, as well as simplify the process for physicians."
About ImpactRx, Inc.
Founded in October 2000, ImpactRx's physician network is the only source of longitudinal data coming from a fixed panel of high prescribing physicians. ImpactRx provides unprecedented intelligence capability for tracking the promotional initiatives of the pharmaceutical industry and determining their impact on physician behavior. Based in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, ImpactRx (www.impactrx.com) is a private company with investment financing provided by Mediphase Venture Partners (www.mediphaseventure.com), Oxford Bioscience Partners (www.oxbio.com), Merck Capital Ventures (www.merckcapitalventures.com), and 3i (www.3i.com).
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.
Source: palmOne Inc.
Greenlight Wireless signs deal with Plaxo, Inc. Tuesday, September 14 2004
Greenlight Wireless Corporation today announced signing a deal with Plaxo, Inc. to integrate the popular Plaxo contact management application into Skweezer. By doing so, Skweezer customers will benefit from having their address books synchronized with the Plaxo Network, giving them anytime, anywhere access to the most up-to-date contact information for their friends, family and colleagues.
Greenlight Wireless is developing a simple and easy-to-use interface to the Plaxo Network that is ideally suited for use on handheld devices, as it has a small bandwidth footprint and support for a wide range of platforms and devices. Plaxo functionality will be a key feature in Skweezer’s suite of wireless productivity tools, allowing users to view contacts and address messages in Skweezer's mail utility and upcoming SMS and instant messaging components. Plaxo, like Skweezer, has the added benefit of being “portable”, meaning users can freely access their Plaxo contacts through Skweezer, even if they change their device or wireless data plan. Plaxo's newly released API (application program interface) promises to create a truly seamless integration of the two applications.
Greenlight Wireless' Skweezer product is a Web-based service that allows users to reformat Web content for wireless-enabled handheld devices, such as mobile phones and PDA's. Customers use the Skweezer portal at www.skweezer.net as a wireless gateway to browse the Internet with Greenlight Wireless’ compression and optimization technology. Upcoming releases of Skweezer will incorporate a suite of messaging, search, shopping, and personal information management (PIM) tools.
About Greenlight Wireless:
Greenlight Wireless is a leading innovator of wireless technologies, providing ASP and server-component solutions for enterprise-level businesses and wireless carriers. Greenlight Wireless’ consumer-oriented Skweezer service optimizes Web content for wireless-enabled handheld devices. Greenlight Wireless provides value to partners and licensees by leveraging its robust and proven technologies across diverse platforms and operating systems.
About Plaxo:
Plaxo, Inc. is the creator of the fastest-growing contact management software, Plaxo 2.0. With more than three million registered users, and nearly 50 million unique users, Plaxo has created the critical network infrastructure that keeps people connected on the Internet. For more information or to become a part of the Plaxo Network please visit www.plaxo.com.
Source: Greenlight Wireless
Spb Software House Helps Enterprises to Control Their Pocket PCs with Spb Kiosk 3.0 Tuesday, September 14 2004
Spb Software House announces the release of Spb Kiosk 3, a new version of the famous company-oriented application.
The previous version proved to be a reliable solution that helped more than 100 companies in protecting their enterprise. We have received valuable feedback from our customers, which made it possible to release the new version according to their wishes and requests. Spb Kiosk 3 combines the stability and power of the previous version and the use of new features.
Pocket PCs are more than just simple PDAs - they are richly-featured miniature computers and it's often easy for an employee to get distracted by a game of Solitaire instead of focusing on the enterprise application you designed for them.
Spb Kiosk has the singular goal of locking the target Pocket PC into the mode of being a single-use device. The three different versions of Spb Kiosk address the needs of enterprise deployments in different ways. Spb Kiosk Explorer locks the device into Pocket Internet Explorer, which makes it perfect for Web-based applications, HTML-based demonstrations, and more. Spb Kiosk Explorer also allows you to specify which buttons and menus are shown in the command bar. Spb Kiosk Terminal locks the device into the Terminal Services client, making it an ideal way to access server-based applications over a wireless data network. Spb Kiosk Terminal includes an auto-login feature, making the process seamless for users. Spb Kiosk Engine, the most flexible of the three versions, allows the enterprise to specify custom applications as the focal point for the device.
When Spb Kiosk is deployed, it completely prevents the user from switching away from the target applications. It provides a full screen mode, which can hide the Pocket PC navigation elements, and automatically starts the target application after a soft reset. It can be used with most enterprise applications, and a secret administration mode can be accessed by using a custom-defined hardware key sequence. Once in administration mode, the device can be used as a normal Pocket PC without restrictions - this allows the administrator to configure the application, and then lock it back down into kiosk mode.
"This program has made it very easy to turn our Pocket PCs into instant and reliable demo kiosks. It had no problem working with both the 2002 and 2003 versions of the OS." - Jeremiah Gill, Microsoft.
Spb Kiosk 3 can be downloaded from Spb website:
http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/products/kioskengine
What's new in Spb Kiosk 3? The following are changes in the program that were made after thorough investigation of customer feedback.
1. We found that people often needed to provide access to not just one but to several allowed applications. You will find this possibility in Spb Kiosk 3.
2. Yet more customizable options were added in Spb Kiosk Explorer. You can now show or hide the address bar and/or the context menu.
3. All the bugs found by our customers were fixed. Now Spb Kiosk's power is proven by more than a hundred companies on many thousands of Pocket PC devices.
The new version of Spb Kiosk is offered to users of Spb Kiosk 2 for free.
*** 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
Connect And Compete To Become The ONE On The N-Gage Platform Tuesday, September 14 2004
Nokia and Digital Legends Entertainment today announced an exciting addition to the N-Gage games portfolio. ONE is a high-quality, 3-D fighting game set in an urban and real environment. Developed exclusively for the N-Gage platform, ONE extends the fighting game play with cool beat-em-up features, such as extensive character customization and an on-line ranking system.
ONE features numerous customization possibilities. Players can literally create millions of unique fighter characters with different outfits, skin tones, body features and colors. ONE also features numerous single player and local multiplayer modes via Bluetooth wireless technology as well as enhanced N-Gage Arena features. The N-Gage Arena on-line ranking system evaluates fighters not by only the number of wins and losses, but also according to the skill level of individual fighters, such as the complexity, accuracy and power of kicks and punches. The ranking system also takes into consideration how long a player takes to beat an opponent and how much power they have left at the end of a match.
"Working on ONE has been an exciting challenge as we are really pushing the boundaries not only for the N-Gage platform, but also for fighting games in general," says Ralph Lämmche, producer of ONE.
"ONE represents a unique challenger in the fighting game genre," says Pasi Pölönen, Director, Games Publishing, Nokia. "With its stunning graphics, finely tuned fighting engine and real urban locations, ONE provides a highly compelling gaming experience on the N-Gage platform."
ONE takes gamers to real, urban underground locations around the globe. Customized fighters face diverse adversaries with varied fighting skills. The only way to get to the top of the rankings is to challenge fighters around the world, beat them up and capture their skills. ONE is a game of winners and losers. Eventually a true legend is born - the ONE.
"Digital Legends Entertainment, as a Nokia first party title developer, is committed to creating cutting edge content that anticipates the future evolutions of mobile and online gaming," says Xavier Carrillo Costa, CEO of Digital Legends Entertainment.
ONE is expected to hit the stores in May of 2005.
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.
About Digital Legends Entertainment
Digital Legends Entertainment (DLE), incorporated in 2001 in Barcelona (Spain), develops innovative game concepts and breakthrough technologies for the worldwide market of digital entertainment. DLE has for an objective to leverage its cutting-edge technology, design expertise and execution excellence to become a reference for all platforms in the video game industry. Digital Legends Entertainment is a trademark of Digital Legends Entertainment S. L. More information about DLE can be found on the Internet at www.digital-legends.com.
Source: Nokia Press Office
Pathway to Glory Revolutionizes Mobile Gaming With Online Features Monday, September 13 2004
Nokia announced today additional online features for its critically acclaimed Second World War action-packed strategy game, Pathway to Glory. This exclusive N-Gage game features innovative and unique ways for gamers around the globe to connect, compete, cooperate and communicate in the online multiplayer game mode. Players can either connect to collaborate and compete in a Global Battle Ground via the N-Gage Arena, or set up a local multiplayer game of up to six players via Bluetooth wireless technology.
One of Pathway to Glory's groundbreaking features is the advanced in-game communication system that ensures communication between players and strengthens the co-operation between allies. The Field Radio feature enables gamers to send voice messages to each other during the game, which get transmitted as a though a player's N-Gage game deck was acting as a field radio. This is a world first for mobile gaming and showcases the possibilities that the N-Gage platform provides for game developers. The pre-configured message system allows gamers to use predefined text messages within the game that can then be sent to other players, for example calling for backup or ordering an air strike.
In the Global Battle Ground, players can choose from four different campaigns consisting of 12 extensive multiplayer levels with support for up to 48 soldiers and 16 vehicles in a single battleground. Detail-rich battleground environments range from Sicily and the Rhein to Normandy, with a permanent damage system in place to add an additional level of realism.
"The development team behind Pathway to Glory wanted to bring something truly unique to the market, and we have joined them in going beyond what was previously thought to be possible in a mobile game. We are proud to say that what initially started as an ambitious goal from the developer has now turned into online reality via the N-Gage Arena," says Gerard Wiener, Director, Network Gaming Solutions, Nokia.
Another innovative feature enables gamers to search on-going Pathway to Glory games via the N-Gage Arena and choose which game they want to join. The Go-to-friend feature lets gamers check their N-Gage Arena Buddy List to see which friends are online and then join in the same game that their friends are playing.
Nokia also disclosed that Helsinki-based RedLynx is the developer behind the game. With a handpicked team consisting of experts in game development and cellular networks, RedLynx has delivered an exciting range of revolutionary mobile gaming features.
"Working with Nokia to craft a flagship N-Gage title has been a huge opportunity for us. Nokia's uncompromising focus to create a superior quality product has given us the drive and determination to build the best possible game that we could," says Tero Virtala, CEO of RedLynx.
"We've been impressed with Red Lynx's ability to not only deliver a world class game, but also for their innovation and creativity in making the most of what the N-Gage platform can offer," said Toni Virhiä, Senior Producer, Pathway to Glory. "Their hard work and dedication will ensure that Pathway to Glory will amaze gamers around the world."
Pathway to Glory has two game modes: a Ranked game mode and a Filtered game mode. The Ranked game mode enables gamers to compete based on their Global Military Rank against players of a similar rank. This ensures easy access for casual and beginning gamers to fight against equally skilled opponents. Players advance in the Global Military Ranking System by earning medals and ranks based on personal heroism, co-operation, communication and common success in battleground. The Filtered game mode allows gamers to create a game and choose the level(s) for the battleground, while choosing the number of players and soldiers for each team and defining the length of the turn for both sides.
Pathway to Glory is expected to be in stores in November 2004.
About RedLynx
RedLynx Ltd is a leading developer and producer of interactive Cross-Media Entertainment. RedLynx games and new type of interactive TV formats are examples of world-leading entertainment concepts that have proven their success in a number of countries in Europe and Asia. RedLynx has its head office in Helsinki, Finland. http://www.redlynx.com/
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 gameplay 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
There's a new office suite competing with Microsoft Office: SoftMaker Office 2004 for Windows - reliable, powerful, compatible. Monday, September 13 2004
Just when you thought
that the office suite market was getting dull and boring and
everyone has accepted Microsoft Office as inevitable, things are
getting interesting again: SoftMaker Office 2004, a brand-new
office suite from Germany, has been released today.
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 Windows carries a suggested retail
price of US$69.95 or EUR 69.95 and is available through
resellers and directly from SoftMaker.
Versions of SoftMaker Office for Linux, for Pocket PCs, and
for Handheld PCs will be released in the coming weeks.
Source: SoftMaker Software GmbH
palmOne Handhelds Head Back to School Monday, September 13 2004
palmOne, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLMO) today announced a back-to-school offer that adds up to big savings for educators.
The back-to-school "E" is for Education offer runs now through Oct. 30. With the purchase of 30 Tungsten(TM) E handhelds, educators will receive an additional three Tungsten E handhelds, a special eBundle(1) of software and accessories valued at more than $800, and a Software and Utilities Bonus Pack(1) featuring more than $4,000 worth of software and utilities discounts. The offer, open to all public and private K-12 schools, colleges and universities in the United States, is designed to give educators a head start on deploying handheld technology in the classroom or throughout the campus. It is available through authorized palmOne Education Solution Partners or palmOne authorized resellers. More information is available at http://www.palmone.com/us/promotions/backtoschool/ .
eBundle
The eBundle includes the following:
-- 33 copies of one eBook title (buyer's choice) from the eReader(R) Classics Collection;
-- one copy for the teacher of any eBook title from eReader.com;
-- 33 Zire(TM) logo backpacks;
-- 33 Palm(TM) logo graph-ruled notebooks; and
-- 33 palmOne Software Education Demo CDs, containing information on the use of palmOne(TM) handhelds in schools and research, and descriptions and select trial versions of more than 200 curriculum and management applications.
Software and Utilities Bonus Pack
The bonus pack includes discounts on utilities, curriculum and productivity titles, such as eBook Studio from eReader, ImagiProbe from ImagiWorks, SD Express! from Grant Street Software, and Documents To Go(R) Premium Edition 7 from DataViz(R).
palmOne Education eBook Store
Educators also are encouraged to visit the new palmOne Education eBook Store at http://ebooks.palmone.com/education to browse through one of the largest eBook stores in the world. With an expansive collection of more than 13,000 titles, the store offers a comprehensive selection of eBooks for teachers and students, and quantity discounts to assist educational institutions in deploying eBooks into classrooms, schools and district or statewide initiatives. Customized solutions and tools to support teaching and learning also are available, including the eReader Classics Collection, a comprehensive collection of 500 titles commonly found on middle and high school reading lists; eBook Studio, which allows teachers and students to make their own eBooks; and the eReader Pro software application, with a built-in Webster's New World Vest Pocket Dictionary to enhance the reading and study experience.
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) Available while supplies last.
Source: palmOne, Inc.
Positioning Solutions, Memory-Map Announce Alliance Monday, September 13 2004
Positioning Solutions and Memory-Map announced today an alliance under which Positioning Solutions will be developing, manufacturing and marketing a Memory-Map line of GPS kits. Positioning Solutions will also be the exclusive distributor of Memory-Map software to the US retail channel.
The software, which supports Pocket PC handhelds, laptops and desktops, guides you while you are traveling off of the beaten path. The software allows you to define a route that you will be traveling and then guides you on your way. You can search for map features (such as rivers and mountains) and even view maps in 3D.
“We believe that there is a great synergy,” said Jeremy Straub, CEO of Positioning Solutions, “Memory-Map compliments our existing Mapopolis product line nicely. It is a great product for exploring the outdoors!”
“Although we are based in New York,” said Memory Map President Richard Stephens, “Memory-Map has had, up till now, stronger distribution in Europe and Canada than in the States. We are confident this relationship will build the same level of brand awareness and sales in our own backyard.”
Memory-Map has topographic map coverage for the entire forty-eight continental United States. Information about Memory Map software and GPS products is available at www.positioningsolutions.com/memorymap
Founded in 2003, Positioning Solutions is the exclusive manufacturer of Mapopolis and Memory-Map branded GPS systems. The company’s products are available on three continents and in over twenty-five countries. Positioning Solutions has developed GPS systems for more than 45 different types of handhelds. More information about Positioning Solutions products is available at www.positioningsolutions.com.
Ovid, NY based Memory-Map is a leading developer of software that helps you to explore the outdoors. Memory-Map software works with USGS Topographical maps, marine charts and international maps.
Source: Positioning Solutions
RED. BLACK. WHITE. DISTINCTLY BOLD Thursday, September 9 2004
Inspired by the glamour and elegance of the lavish 1920s, Nokia introduces a new fashion collection of three mobile phones, launched today at the Totally Fashion event in Shanghai. Pushing the boundaries of traditional mobile phone design, the collection, which features the Nokia 7280, Nokia 7270 and Nokia 7260, blends old world art deco styling with an edgy, modern day twist. Core style influences such as flow and movement, colour, geometry, detailing and graphics were the inspiration and creative energy behind the collection.
Nokia 7280: Lean, Sublime Lines
The sleek and sexy Nokia 7280 offers a completely new mobile phone design, foregoing the traditional keypad for a discreet keyless dial. A fine lacquer-inspired high-gloss finish, complemented by leather and mirror accents, add sophistication and style making this device as much a work of art as an advanced piece of technology.
Perfect to whip out at cocktails, the Nokia 7280 is geared to attract attention and become the talking point at any high glamour soiree. Its VGA camera can snap the latest and greatest while the active slide means calls can be answered or ended with a flick of a wrist.
The handset's chic strap and carrying pouch keep this hot accessory close at all times. Using the Nokia Collector, you can transfer your favourite photos, ringtones, wallpapers, music and videos from the Nokia 7280 to and from your Mac. For a fashionable handsfree experience, style mavens can plug in the Nokia Wireless Image Headset, also introduced today. Truly, the Nokia 7280 is the fantasy phone for the fashion-conscious.
Nokia 7270: Detailed Deco
The boldly stylish Nokia 7270 draws its design inspiration from the Garbo-esque glamour of the 1920s. Encased in an etched stainless steel housing, this fold design accents your wardrobe with a matching textile wrap, carrying strap and pouch to reflect your personal style and mood.
Whether shopping in New York, Paris or Shanghai, a second opinion is merely clicks away thanks to the Nokia 7270's VGA camera. Converting clothes or shoe sizes is a snap with the clever Converter application. Tune out in style with the FM radio and fashion headset or tap away on games like Chic Pinball.
Nokia 7260: Flamboyant Fashion
Materials, graphics and colour palette set the Nokia 7260 apart. Featuring chrome and steel accents, this Art-Deco-meets-Industrial-Design concept is certain to be a favourite of fashion-minded crowd. To stand out in a crowd, consumers can enhance the style of their Nokia 7260 with daring accessories, like stylish straps and carrying pouches.
Jetsetters can easily call home with the Nokia 7260's tri-band capabilities, or send celebrity sightings using the VGA camera. The Nokia 7260 allows users to step out in style every day.
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.
Source: Nokia Press Office
New Nokia Car Handset is ideal for making private in-car phone calls Tuesday, September 7 2004
Developed for users of the Nokia 610 Car Kit Phone, the new Nokia Car Handset (HSU-4) allows for private conversations by routing calls through the conventional handset rather than through the handsfree speakerphone.* This allows the user to enjoy clear sound quality without disturbing other passengers in the vehicle.
Besides the privacy function, the handset also includes 4 function keys and the Nokia Navi(TM) Wheel, making it easy to navigate the functions of the Nokia 610 Car Kit Phone. From the handset, users can manage contact details, access speed dialing, and use the menu of the Nokia 610 Car Kit phone. Since the layout is identical to the existing input device of the Nokia 610 Car Kit Phone, users can add the Nokia Car Handset without needing to relearn how to use the device.
"The handset is a particularly sensible option for people who make frequent phone calls from their vehicle. It is easy to install, convenient to use, and adds a level of privacy not previously possible," said Uwe Pertz, general manager of consumer products, Nokia Smart Traffic Products. "With this product, we have created an accessory that will satisfy the needs of the most demanding users of mobile vehicle communications devices."
The Nokia Car Handset is now available as a separate enhancement for the Nokia 610 Car Kit Phone in Europe and Asia.
In a separate announcement today, Nokia also introduced the Nokia 9300, a smartphone that is compatible with the Nokia 610 Car Kit phone. This new device supports the Bluetooth SIM Access Profile**, which gives the Car Kit Phone wireless access to the SIM card of a compatible mobile phone. The Nokia 9300 is expected to be available starting 1st quarter 2005.
* Please observe all local regulations on the use of phones in motor vehicles.
** Bluetooth is a registered Trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc
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
NSC Releases ShareIt FTP Pro with SSL/TLS support for Microsoft Pocket PC Thursday, September 2 2004
NSC today introduced ShareIt FTP Pro 1.7, the next major release of it's award-winning FTP server software. ShareIt FTP is a robust, secure and easy-to-use file sharing solution that enables home, academic, government, industrial and corporate users to transfer and manage files on their handheld devices over the Internet. Fine-tuned for Microsoft Pocket PC devices, ShareIt FTP Pro 1.7 includes 168-bit 3DES SSL/TLS support, certificate creation tools and performance enhancements to make transferring information across wireless and public networks safe and reliable.
"With ShareIt FTP Pro, NSC is taking a giant step ahead of our competitors by offering the only file transfer software that addresses the security and mobility requirements of wireless applications," said Jeff Preston, President & CEO of NSC. "ShareIt FTP delivers exactly what our customers have been asking for."
ShareIt FTP is the ideal FTP server solution for secure file transfer, website maintenance, software deployment and remote data management. The software runs in the background on the Pocket PC device and includes a comprehensive set of monitoring, firewall, recovery and access control features.
New features include:
SSL/TLS support. When used with a secure FTP client (on any platform), users can transfer files with 168-bit 3DES encryption.
Deflate transmission mode (MODE Z). Co-developed by NSC, this open standard FTP extension can increase network throughput and decrease transfer times by compressing file and system data.
MD5 support. Users can verify file contents by checking the MD5 hash, a digital signature unique to each file.
UTF-8 support. Extended character sets can be used for file system and FTP communications.
New real-time display. View user activity (including security status) and server statistics in real time.
Pricing & Availability
ShareIt FTP Pro 1.7 is available immediately through the NSC software store (http://www.nsctech.com) and other online resellers for a suggested retain price of $49.95 USD. A time limited trial version is also available from the same locations. The software requires a Microsoft Pocket PC 2000, 2002 or Windows Mobile device with an ARM or XScale processor and 1 megabyte or more of storage space.
Custom FTP solutions and extended support programs are also available from NSC. For product and sales information, contact sales@nsctech.com.
About NSC
Founded in 1997, NSC is a software and IT services firm. The company builds award-winning file transfer and compression software for Microsoft powered computers and handhelds. It's products are used by over 75,000 home and business users worldwide. NSC's headquarters are located in Aurora, Canada.
Source: NSC
Nokia ships one million N-Gage game decks Wednesday, September 1 2004
Nokia today announced that it has shipped its one millionth game deck globally since the sales of the N-Gage platform started eleven months ago. The sale of one million N-Gage and N-Gage QD game decks marks a significant milestone in the world of portable gaming, placing the N-Gage platform at the forefront of the mobile gaming world. Combining a pocketable gaming platform with powerful smartphone features, the N-Gage gives gamers a chance to experience mobile multiplayer gaming in a revolutionary way.
"We're proud to have reached the one million milestone. Thanks to the enthusiastic consumer response to the N-Gage QD and our latest titles, we're confident that our success in leading the mobile gaming world will continue," said Ilkka Raiskinen, Nokia's Senior Vice President of Games. "We're also proud to have signed up over 100,000 N-Gage Arena members, which shows that gamers are inspired to connect and compete with other mobile gamers from around the world."
The N-Gage Arena is the worldwide mobile gamer community where members can communicate with each other, compete against gamers across the globe, and enjoy exclusive content, events and activities. Members can connect to the N-Gage Arena via their game deck, Arena-enabled game or the Internet.
"The N-Gage Arena offers us an opportunity to create innovative new gameplay features for EA franchises like The Sims or Tiger Woods PGA Tour," said Nancy Smith, Executive Vice President, General Manager, North America Publishing at Electronic Arts. "In reaching the one million milestone, we see that the N-Gage is establishing itself as a serious player in the portable gaming business."
With a growing portfolio of exciting games, the N-Gage offers consumers the possibility to play exclusive N-Gage only games as well as some of their favorite brands from publishers like Activision, Electronic Arts, Gameloft and THQ. The 2004 holiday season will see the N-Gage portfolio expand even further, with eagerly anticipated games such as Pathway to Glory, Pocket Kingdom: Own the World, FIFA 2005 and others.
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 gameplay 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
New Nokia THR880i TETRA hand portable radio offers GPS receiver and high-resolution color display Wednesday, September 1 2004
Nokia today expanded its TETRA terminal product range by introducing the new Nokia THR880i hand portable radio at the Tampere Safety and Security Fair in Finland.
Incorporating a GPS receiver, the Nokia THR880i radio allows TETRA command and control to locate and track radio users, such as emergency services personnel. Radio users can also send their coordinates to a predefined address simply by pressing a button.
With the Nokia THR880i radio, public safety professionals can benefit from many of the latest usability innovations in mobile devices. With its 130 x 130 pixel, 65,356 color display and XHTML browser, the Nokia THR880i can show color pictures, graphics as well as XHTML and HTML pages even in varying light conditions.
"Ease of use has remained our first priority when designing the Nokia THR880i," said Kenneth Björklund, Director TETRA terminals, Multimedia, Nokia. "Its feature set, including the integrated GPS receiver, active TFT display and XTHML browser, makes it easier for public safety organizations to carry out their demanding tasks in a timely and accurate fashion. Now, organizations can track their field units' movements and radio users can access and browse critical information quickly and easily. "
The Nokia THR880i will be available in three frequency bands. Deliveries for the 380 and 410 MHz bands will start during the 4th quarter of 2004 and for the 800 MHz band during the 1st quarter of 2005.
Nokia is a leading supplier of TETRA terminals with products delivered to public safety users in more than 20 countries throughout Europe, the Gulf Region, Africa and Asia-Pacific.
TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio) is the only open digital trunked radio standard defined by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) to meet the needs of the most demanding professional mobile radio users.
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
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