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Video: HTC HD2 has multi touch enabled Remote Desktop

Stefan Constantinescu — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:35:51 +0000

If you’re a network administrator then brace yourself for this video. What you’re about to see is the HTC HD2 running a modified version of the Remote Desktop application for Windows Mobile. This tweaked version takes advantage of the capacitive touch screen that the HD2 has to enable multi touch zooming. On the 4.3 inch, with 800 x 480 pixels of resolution, it looks absolutely stunning. Check out Will’s review of the Touch HD2 if you’re interested in more details about the device. It’s expected to launch in America during the first quarter of 2010.

For those of you unfamiliar with Remote Desktop, it allows you to take over another computer. On your display you see the screen of another machine, and whatever you type on your keyboard will be sent to that remote machine. As a former network administrator I can’t emphasize enough how important Remote Desktop is as a tool when troubleshooting computers and settings things up when deploying new machines.

[Via: Pocket Now]

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Surf your Windows Phone with Remote Access

Will Park — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:11:57 +0000

There are plenty of apps out there that allow you to control your computer from your smartphones, but what if you want to browse your Windows Phone from your desktop computer? Well, then you’ll want to check out WiFi Remote Access for Windows Mobile. The new Windows Mobile app installs itself on your Windows Phone and acts as a bridge between the phone and your computer, allowing you to connect to your handset via WiFi and browse its contents through a web browser (like the one you’re using to read this very sentence).

Remote Access is still in beta, but doesn’t skimp on features. You can view photos, complete with thumbnails. You can listen to the music you have stored on the phone. You can even edit your Windows Phone’s registry through the app.

There’s no desktop installation required. Simply install the Windows Mobile app on your smartphone and point your desktop computer’s browser to the handset’s IP address. It’s that simple.

Find more information on Remote Access here. Grab Remote Access here.

[Via: FuzeMobility]

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Windows Mobile 7 Shown in Secret, Impressions Leak

Simon Sage — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:09:33 +0000

Now that Windows Mobile 6.5 is getting out there into the public, it’s time we started seeing something regarding the next generation of Windows phones. Apparently an early demo of WinMo 7 was shown to a private audience; some folks, like @ryanblock, kept their yap shut about it (presumably under the force of a non-disclosure agreement), but some of SoloPalmari’s impressions made it out to Google (NSDQ: GOOG) Translate before getting DCMA’d in the face:

Revolutionary, no need to take away: the next version of Windows Mobile, as shown by the leaks and the first screenshots of the new system, the Web will soon be spring, we are faced with an upheaval of the logic of interaction and not just a substantial revision of the interface. The concept of “applications”, as the programs continue to live their important identities, will bend to the principle of “user experience”.

Finally the performance, the fluidity in the display of screens, images and icons becomes a priority. As powerful and versatile Windows Mobile will be next, will never submit to slowdowns and delays in the response. How will, indeed, as they did to achieve this result is not yet technically clear. But developers say Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT) is certain: the experience of use to forget the “old” Windows Mobile.

Those are some very promising (if awkward) words, and if Microsoft delivers, WinMo could be set for a resurgence to properly compete with the rest of the smartphone ecosystem. That’s a best case scenario, of course, since Windows has a lot of ground to make up for, what with new players like Android stealing the spotlight and riding a lot of momentum. Many of the important updates coming to WinMo 7 aren’t entirely secret – we’ve seen lots of bits and pieces, and one especially beefy leaked strategy document, but we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled for more juicy tidbits, especially now that Microsoft is starting to get comfortable talking about the update.

[SoloPalmari via MobileTechWorld]

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Brief: Microsoft accidently leaks a screenshot of Windows Mobile 7

Stefan Constantinescu — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:58:50 +0000

Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT) announced Office Mobile 2010 Beta today, which we’ll cover in a later post, and on their very own “Top Ten Benefits of Office Mobile 2010” page they’ve accidently included the screenshot you see above. The design language matches the leaks we saw last month. Apologies for enlarging the image, but the original was only 174 x 227 pixels.

[Via: PocketNow]

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Konami to launch 6 Windows Mobile games in December

Dusan Belic — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:03:32 +0000

Konami is on board to sell its games in Windows Marketplace for Mobile. In that sense, just in time for the service launch in Japan, the company has announced that it will release six new mobile games for the platform. The Konami titles that will be available for purchase through Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT)’s mobile store are:

DanceDanceRevolution S,
Gradius II,
TwinBee,
Konami’s Sudoku,
Konami’s Solitaire, and
Mobile Pawafuru Proyakyu, which will be available only in Japan.

Interesting thing is that all games will come with on-screen controls, allowing all-touchscreen device owners to enjoy them, as well.

[Via: slashphone]

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Windows Marketplace open for PC, Windows Mobile 6.0 and Windows Mobile 6.1

Will Park — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:25:07 +0000

Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT) is really pushing hard to get their Windows Mobile app store, called Windows Marketplace for Mobile, out to every corner of the smartphone world. Windows Marketplace first launched with Windows Mobile 6.5 OS, giving WM6.5 fans an exclusive look at the Marketplace. Now, Microsoft is bringing the Marketplace to older Windows Mobile 6.0 and Windows Mobile 6.1 phones as well as desktop PCs.

Microsoft launched their online Marketplace portal last week, allowing anyone to browse the Windows Mobile applications store from their desktop PC. Anyone with a compatible Windows Phone can visit the Windows Marketplace for Mobile website on their desktop computer to browse, buy and download apps they’d like to use on their handset. Purchased apps are automatically synchronized with the Windows Phone and will install the next time Marketplace runs on the device.

And, to expand compatibility with Marketplace, Microsoft is today announcing that their app store will be available to customers running Windows Mobile 6.0 or Windows Mobile 6.1. To download the Marketplace app to your 6.0 or 6.1 phone, simply point your smartphone browser to mp.windowsphone.com and follow instructions to install the app. Desktop users can click here to download the app and install on the Windows Phone via the desktop.

Microsoft says that 90% of all Windows Mobile apps should be compatible with 6.0/6.1 smartphones, which will bring most of the Marketplace’s apps to some 30 million Windows Phones around the world.

Browse Marketplace for PC
Download Marketplace for 6.0/6.1

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Microsoft Office Mobile 2010 coming to Windows Mobile 6.5

Will Park — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:49:30 +0000

Windows Mobile 6.5 might not be the most compelling smartphone platform out there, but a new rumor could give potential Windows Mobile users a good reason to choose Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT) to run their next smartphone. Word has it that Redmond is planning to launch Microsoft Office Mobile 2010 for Windows Phones running the Windows Mobile 6.5 OS. What’s more, the latest version of Office Mobile is expected to work only with Windows Mobile 6.5 – previous versions, like Windows Mobile 6.1, aren’t going to be compatible.

A Microsoft FAQ mentions that Office Mobile 2010 can be launched from the Windows Mobile 6.5 Start menu and will feature compatibility with Open Office files, will be able to open documents attached to emails or stored on the phone, and will work with SharePoint Server 2010 and Windows Live services.

Windows Mobile has been losing market share to the likes of the iPhone and BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM). Consumers are flocking to the iPhone platform and its hundred thousand-strong AppStore. Business users are looking to the BlackBerry platform for productivity. In a bid to regain mindshare, Microsoft is pushing their consumer-friendly “Windows Phone” brand as a smartphone platform to help you stay productive in both your business and personal life. It’s not clear how the consumer push will fare, but making Office Mobile 2010 exclusive to Windows Mobile 6.5 could help bring in more enterprise customers.

[Via: MobileTechWorld]

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LG GW550 Windows Mobile smartphone hits South America and Asia

Dusan Belic — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:16:48 +0000

Remember the Nokia (NYSE: NOK) E71-look-alike LG GW550, which we initially saw back in June. Well, it has just been released in South America and Asia. Brazil and Argentina are the first to get the device, with other 20 countries in the two regions to follow shortly.

The Windows Mobile smartphone definitely looks appealing, especially for many candybar QWERTY phone fans (i.e. BlackBerry (NSDQ: RIMM) and Nokia E71 users), and in that sense I’m not sure why LG doesn’t push it to Europe and the U.S.

Specs wise, the 12mm thin handset comes with a 2.4-inch QVGA screen, 3.2-megapixel camera, GPS, WiFi, HSPA, whereas Windows Mobile 6.5 is running the show. The price was not unveiled, and that’s probably due the fact that it depends on the country you buy it from…

[Via: Unwired View]

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Emoze’s Soccer Updater is apparently the first “push content” application

Dusan Belic — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:45:34 +0000

Push-email solutions provider Emoze unveiled what they say is the first “pushed content” application dedicated to football/soccer news – Soccer Updater. The app release doesn’t come as a surprise considering that we’re slowly approaching the 2010 World Cup that will take place in South Africa. The application costs $5 and once you grab it, there are no other fees involved — you’ll get the latest news from now until after the tournament’s final in July.

In addition to the latest news, Soccer Updater also features player of the day pictures (in html format), game venues, scores and of course full tables of the team groups. The opening splash screen features a real-time countdown to the big games in South Africa, and then once the tournament starts, countdowns to individual games.

As for the platforms supported, Emoze’s app works on any Symbian and Windows Mobile powered smartphone, with Java phones to follow shortly. Download is available from Emoze’s website.

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Garmin-Asus nuvifone M20 gets a Windows Mobile 6.5 update

Dusan Belic — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:40:42 +0000

In case you’re one of not-that-many people who own the Garmin-Asus nuvifone M20, here’s a piece of good news for you. The company (or that’s two companies) released the official Windows Mobile 6.5 updated for your navigation-friendly device.

The update is already available in some countries whereas others will get it by the end of the year. We strongly suggest you to visit Garmin-Asus’ website and search for the latest firmware. Prior to pushing any “Update” buttons, make sure to backup your data. Once that is cleared, get set for the revamped UI that comes with latest version of Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT)’s mobile OS, along with improved Pocket Internet Explorer, and access to Microsoft MyPhone and Windows Marketplace.

As a reminder, the nuvifone M20 comes with a VGA touchscreen, HSDPA connectivity, GPS, WiFi, 3.2-megapixel camera, and so on.

[Via: Unwired View]

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NaviComputer brings offline GPS maps to your Windows Phone

Will Park — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:01:17 +0000

Any smartphone worth its salt these days comes packing an integrated GPS receiver that allows you to pin-point your location on, say, a Google (NSDQ: GOOG) Map. But, GPS mapping on a smartphone has a critical Achilles Heel – the handset needs an active wireless data connection to pull down map data. Without map data, the GPS hardware is basically useless. That is, unless you have a Windows Phone with NaviComputer installed. The NaviComputer app downloads GPS maps from your favorite mapping service, allowing you to map your position without a data connection.

Whether you’re out in the cuts without wireless reception, or just don’t feel like paying for an unlimited data plan, NaviComputer will help you make the most out of your smartphone. The app works with Windows Mobile 6.1 and Windows Mobile 6.5 devices with integrated GPS hardware (obviously).

You can choose to download map data from services like:

GoogleMaps
GoogleSattelite
GoogleTerrain
OpenStreetMap
OpenStreetOSM
YahooMap
YahooSatellite
VirtualEarthMap
VirtualEarthSatellite
VirtualEarthHybrid

Better yet, you can jump between different map data from with NaviComputer. That feature alone is worth the download.

Find NaviComputer here.

[Via: WMPowerUser]

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Samsung makes its Wireless Olympic Works app available for more WinMo smartphones

Dusan Belic — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:17:24 +0000

So it’s not just Bell’s Omnia II that will get the dedicated mobile application for the upcoming Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. Samsung will release the same app (Wireless Olympic Works – WOW) for its other Windows Mobile 6.1 and 6.5 smartphones. As you may know from our previous post, WOW will provide users with up-to-date Olympic news, schedules, results and medal standings.

To download the app, visit this page on Samsung’s website and follow the instructions:

Click on Mobile Phone
Click on WOW
Then click on WOW Technology
Finally, click “Download” application by selecting the appropriate device.

And you’re ready for the Olympics!

[Via: SamsungHub]

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AT&T’s Samsung Jack blessed with Windows Mobile 6.5 update

Dusan Belic — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:33:25 +0000

AT&T (NYSE: T)’s Samsung Jack is blessed with the Windows Mobile 6.5 update. The Korean giant announced the upgrade saying existing owners of the full QWERTY keyboard-equipped device will be able to experience the improved UI latest Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT)’s mobile OS brings, better Pocket Internet Explorer, access Windows Marketplace, and also get free access to AT&T hotspots around the country.

And that’s about it. To upgrade your Jack, simply follow instructions on Samsung’s website.

[Via: Unwired View]

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Bell’s Samsung Omnia II is the official mobile phone of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games

Dusan Belic — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:40:11 +0000

Olympic Games are always a great way to spread your marketing message to a wide audience. Bell and Samsung know that, hence we have Bell’s Omnia II being unveiled as the official mobile phone of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.

The announcement came just in time to celebrate the carrier’s newly rolled out HSPA network and should certainly help Bell get some love (and new subscribers) from around the country.

You know all about the Omnia II, so I won’t repeat its specs here. I’ll only add that those who own Samsung’s Windows Mobile smartphone will be able to download Samsung’s Wireless Olympic Works (WOW) application, which is used to keep track of the latest news and happenings during the Olympics. Cool for both Bell and Samsung!

[Via: SamsungHub]

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Bell HSPA Network Goes Live, Featuring BlackBerry Bold 9700, iPhone 3GS, OMNIA II, and Video Calling

Simon Sage — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:13:52 +0000

Bell has today gone ahead and flipped the switch on their brand new HSPA network. Coupled with telus (NYSE: TU) launching their own tomorrow, Rogers (NYSE: RCI) will no longer have a lockdown on hot GSM handsets like the iPhone, and Canadians will get some much-needed choice in service providers. The only devices Bell was forthcoming about before today’s announcement were an HSPA+ internet stick, and MiFi mobile hotspot, but they have really opened up both barrels with their full HSPA family. Earlier today, you might have heard about the Bell BlackBerry Bold 9700, but there’s also the original Bold 9000 for $249.95 on contract, the LG Xenon (simple, full-QWERTY slider; $89.95 on contract), the Nokia 2730 (standard candybar; $29.95 on contract), the Samsung omnia II (touchscreen slate running Windows Mobile with TouchWiz 2.0; $199.95 on contract), Samsung Impact (A.K.A Highlight, touchscreen slate with voice and motion-controlled UI; $79.95 on contract), and of course, the beloved iPhone 3GS.

On top of devices, Bell is also announcing a new HSPA video calling service available on the omnia II and Xenon that not only works with other capable phones, but also through a Facebook app. Overall, this is a huge step for Bell and Canadian wireless overall, and it’s not over yet – we’ll be hearing more about telus‘ HSPA grand opening tomorrow. For a closer look at Bell’s full lineup, check their online store, or their HSPA landing page for more info on the new network.

[via Bell]

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Do You Smell That? ‘MyFart’ App Debuts in Windows Marketplace for Mobile

James Falconer — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:29:30 +0000

The following post is to let you know about a breakthrough. Something so powerful and ‘game changing’ that you may never look at a Windows Mobile app the same way again. What am I talking about? The first ‘fart’ app has been spotted in the Windows Marketplace for Mobile. Yeeeeeehaaaaaaw!

Of course, I’m being a bit ‘cheeky’ here, but I found it hilarious to note that the new ‘MyFart’ app has made an appearance for all the WinMo users feeling a touch of ‘flatulence fail’. There’s no telling if this will open the flood gates on a whole new generation of ‘fart’ apps for WinMo, but I certainly hope not. I think we have enough of those types of apps in the App Store, thank you very much.

Description of the ‘MyFart’ app for WinMo:

MyFart is a fun little application that makes funny fart sounds. Choose from 12 different funny fart sounds and prank your friends!! Use MyFart to create endless nights of laughs!!

Oh the ‘endless nights of laughs’. I can’t wait!

[Via: WMExperts]

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Calling all mobile app developers! Tell us why your app rocks!

Will Park — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:10:40 +0000

Do you develop mobile apps for the iPhone, Android, Windows Mobile, Symbian or webOS? Well, we want to hear from you! We’ve partnered up with “Under The Radar” to find cool mobile apps that will blow our minds. We’re asking any and all mobile app developers to submit their app for the “FAST PITCH” mobile app talent search, where your app will vie for a chance to be showcased in front of an audience of global dealmakers and start-ups. Even if we don’t pick your app for the talent search, you’ll get some serious recognition for your app (and possibly prizes, like handsets).

Interested? Here’s what you need to know:

You must be able to attend Under the Radar (in Mountain View on Nov 19)
- If you’re selected as a finalist, you’ll get a free conference pass
Your app has to be live and available for download
We welcome any and all apps for iPhone, Windows Mobile, Android, Symbian, etc
Your app must be unique and new – no tip calculators or sudoku apps, please
You must be able to pitch your app in 2 min (and 4 slides) on stage

We’re going to make it simple for you to submit your app for consideration in the “Under The Radar” FAST PITCH mobile app talent search. Interested mobile devs need only leave a comment or tweet @IntoMobile with a quick one-liner pitch for your mobile app – Twitter is limited to 140 characters, so choose accordingly. Please make sure to include a link to your app’s download page (or homepage) and your Twitter handle with your submission.

Your app will be judged for its “uniqueness” and the all important “awesomeness” metric. We’ll be accepting mobile app submissions through Friday, Nov. 6 Monday, Nov. 9 (deadline extended). The 6 lucky finalists will be contacted directly through email and/or Twitter.

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New HTC HD2 screenshots show off cool features

Will Park — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:29:53 +0000

With the HTC HD2 set to go official in a matter of days, we can almost taste its massive 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen and 1Ghz Snapdragon processor. HTC’s latest Windows Mobile phone isn’t going to appeal to everyone, but for fans of Windows Mobile 6.5, the HD2 is as good as it gets. And, it looks like the HD2 will launch with some cool features. New screenshots show the HD2 getting down with multi-touch, compass mode, MP3 editing, WiFi router (routing?), car-kit mode and video playback at 1.7Mbps!

The HD2’s capacitive touchscreen makes multi-touch possible, and we’re glad to see pinch/stretch zooming in Acrobat PDF reader. HTC has also loaded a ringtone maker onto the handset, allowing the user to edit their favorite MP3 into a ringtone. And, there’s a “WiFi Router” mode that allows you to share the HD2’s 3G data connection with WiFi-enabled devices around you.

As for video playback at 1.7Mbps, it’ll go a long way to give help the HD2 realize its full potential as a multimedia monster. High-quality video usually hints at hardware video-acceleration, so that’s another plus. Unfortunately, we’ll be stuck watching said video on the ancient-looking Windows Media Player.

Check out our HTC HD2 hands-on coverage here, and make sure to check back on November 4th!

[Via: WMPowerUser and PocketPC.ch]

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HTC HD2 Launch Event on November 4

Simon Sage — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:01:45 +0000

Invites to a private event in Taipei recently went out, boldly titled the HTC HD2 Product Launch and dated for November 4. HTC is touting the HD2 as “the first Windows phone with HTC Sense”, although that really just amounts to an update in TouchFlo 3D. Still, it’s good news that things are getting official with HTC’s WinMo behemoth; packing a 1 Ghz Snapdragon, a 4.3″ WVGA touch display, Wi-Fi, GPS, and of course Windows Mobile 6.5. The November 4 date lines up nicely with previous rumours that Europe would see the HD2 on the 11th., but the U.S. probably won’t get it until early 2010 – let’s keep our fingers crossed for confirmation in the next few days. To get up close and personal with the HD2, take a look at our hands-on video from CTIA.

[via PocketNow]

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HTC Touch Diamond2 gets Windows Mobile 6.5 update

Dusan Belic — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:15:29 +0000

HTC has released a new firmware upgrade for its once flagship Touch Diamond2 smartphone. As expected, the latest software version packs Windows Mobile 6.5 and it’s available for select European countries at the moment. Following firmware versions are available:

Germany: 2.16.407.1
Denmark: 2.16.403.1
United Kingdom: 2.16.405.4
Sweden: 2.16.413.1
Norway: 2.16.409.1
Portugal: 2.16.410.1

Before you push the trigger, make sure to backup all your data. Once you did that, hop over to this page at HTC’s website and follow instructions provided on the screen.

[Via: WMexperts]

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