Free: Tweak your HTC S710

If own a HTC S710 and would like to tweak it a bit more to your liking, then download the app in the link below. This is still a beta version and the developer needs your ideas to improve the software. So do not hesitate to drop him an email.
http://rapidshare.com/files/39044712/TweakWM6_V0.2.zip.html

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Celebrate 4th of July with some fireworks on your device

Next week our American friends will celebrate Independence day, one of their major holidays. For this occasion, Astraware has released Fireworks, a free software that displays patriotic backgrounds and tunes on Windows Mobile and Palm OS powered devices. Go to www.astraware.com/fireworks And download your free copy, then sit back, relax and watch the fireworks right on your pda.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Read voicemail on your Windows Mobile device

Simulscribe converts your voicemail into text messages and then sends them to your device. This is much more covenient than having to listen to multiple voice mails while in a meeting. A 1 week free trial is available upon subscription at www.simulscribe.com.

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Assign up to 4 apps to each button on your device

Double Launcher is a nice utility that lets you assign up to 4 applications to each hardware buttons on your pda. The software has 4 types of "press" method:

1. Single Press


2. Press and Hold


3. Double Press


4. Double Press & Hold & Triple press.


Double Launcher can be purchased for $9.95 and a trial is available for download here.

Xda Zinc WM6 upgrade released

If you own an XDA Zinc, head over to 02's website and download your free Windows Mobile 6 upgrade.

HTC previously announced WM6 upgrades for some of its devices for mid-June 2007 and we're the 28th and no upgrades have appeared on their website yet. I wonder why it's taking so long since they were the first to announce free WM6 upgrades during the last 3GSm conference?

SPB softwarehouse releases SPB Traveler

SPB today announced the release of SPB Traveler, a must have tool for frequent travelers who will certainly appreciate the ability to set meetings seamlessly across time zones.
The package includes a currency converter, clothings sizes, flight assistance and weather forecast. A trial is available on SPB's website at http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/about/pressreleases/2007/jun26.html.

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Pocket PC Mauritius "Skweezed" for easy mobile access

I thought it would be nice to offer a "money saver" access to the blog through Skweezer. What is Skweezer? It's simply a free service that optimizes web pages for viewing on cellphones and PDAs. To use it, you would point your browser to www.skweezer.net Portal and type the address of the page you want to access. Skweezer even lets you create a list of favorites. The latter require free registration.
Besides being platform independent, Skweezer really helps you save money on your data plan. If you want to a fast access in an easily readable format to the blog, just save the link below to your favorites:

http://www.skweezer.net/s.aspx?q=http%3A%2F%2Fpocketpcmauritius.blogspot.com

I also added a link on the blog. It is located under Links on the right of the page.

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MEDC: Interview with Jason Langridge form Microsoft UK and more

As you probably are aware by now, MEDC Europe is taking place in Berlin this year. While this event is more for developers, it does have stuff that is of interest to rest of us. You might want to check the HTC Kaiser. And yeah, there's Microsoft's Jason Langridge, Mr. Mobile interview as well. If you're planning on deploying Windows Mobile powered devices in your enterprise, MsMobiles asked a few questions to Jason Langridge and has a great coverage of MEDC as well.

Point your browser to http://msmobiles.com.

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Hide your pda under your jacket

"As a world-renowned super-spy, you've got a pile of gadgets at your disposal, but you've also got to keep your secret identity a secret. You have to be able to blend into the crowd at a moment's notice. If you were spotted with all the gear you normally carry on your hips, or sticking out of your shirt pocket, they'd single you out as easily as if you had a big red target painted on your back." If you identify yourself with the above, you definitely should grab this $50 worth Gadget Shoulder Holster. It has been designed to hold a MP3 player, a cellphone, PDAs etc, "all within quickdraw distance". Is there room for a lightsaber in there? More here.

Recharge your mobile with the wind

Gotwind.org has been commissioned by Orange to come up with a wind-powered charger for mobile devices. Hmmm, Great idea. Go to http://www.gotwind.org/, to learn more. What if there's no wind?

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Customize the HTC Touch 3D screen

A fellow over at SDA developer has posted a tutorial on how to customized the newly released HTC Touch 3D GUI to your taste. Follow the link below to learn more:

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=313083

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Free: MyMobilizer to control your device with your desktop keyboard and mouse.

In the mobile world one has the choice between a thumb keyboard, a stylus and voice for data entry. There's also portable keyboards as well. I'm sure you wouldn't mind using your desktop keyboard and mouse when connected to your PC to type an email, edit a word document or, simply put, take control of your device right from your computer's screen. There are quite a few solutions out there that lets you do that and the latest I came across is MyMobilizer. I have played with it for 30 mins and while it does what it says, I noticed it was quite slow. But surely 30 mins is not enough to discover its full potential. Among its features is the ability to copy files from the device and PC. And yes, MyMobilizer is free to download. Just go to http://mymobiler.com/board/zboard.php?id=bd01.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Easy Sync 2.8 lets you copy files bigger than 100Mb

Previous versions of Easy Sync did not let you copy big files to your storage card if its size was bigger than the available main memory on the device. That was inconvenient when trying to copy a movie, for example. Version 2.8 fixes that problem and is available as a free download at http://pocketwizards.com/easysync/download.html.

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Fring for Windows Mobile is finally here

I blogged about Fring in April and at that time there was no version for Windows Mobile. Frings lets you talk with Voip applications such as Skype, Google Talk, and Msn Messenger at no cost. Best of all, it's fringing free. Download here.

SPB releases Mobile shell update

This is one of the best application on my Eten M500 as it lets me access Everything from my Today screen using my thumb. No iPhone or HTC Touch needed. SPB Softwarehouse has released an update today. However I haven't installed and tested it yet. As per their website, they added a smart Contact Search to it and the display of the weekly view of the calendar right on the main screen. If you do not have Mobile Shell yet, you might want to try it at http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/products/mobileshell/?en. It's really worth it.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Opera Mini 4 Beta released

Point your browser to Opera's website to download Opera Mini 4 beta. I’m testing it on my HTC S620 and will post a short review soon. The Wow about it is the speed with which it loads pages. I did experience a few freezes though. Head over to Opera’s website and download a copy. You don’t have to worry about your current Opera Mini installation. Version 4 will install alongside version 3 without any problem. Here’s a list of the new features in version 4:

Surf the Web in style
"X marks the spot" — start at the right place
Stay at the right place
A mouse!
Power scrolling
Fast and cheaper browsing
Good old Small Screen Rendering
Quick access to key functionality with the context menu
Web designers go wild

Note that this is a beta version and might still be buggy or not as secure as the previous version.

Free: Bluetooth Remote Control for Windows Mobile

With this free application, you will be able to remotely control applications like Winamp, iTunes, Windows Mixer, Windows Media Player, PowerPoint, Media Player Classic, PowerDVD and Windows Vista's Media Center. You'll also be able to pause your favorite music software when the phone rings, then play it back when you hang up. Click here to read more and download your free copy.

Astraware develops Sudoku and Solitaire for Palm's New Foleo Mobile

Astraware, known for developing cool games for the Windows Mobile platform, is now porting two popular games, namely Sudoku and Solitaire, to Palm's Foleo. Both Astraware and Palm release a statement yesterday and added that more titles will follow. If you have missed the release of Foleo mobile companion, check out Palm's multimedia library. Read Astraware and Palm's joint press release here.

Free: Syntrax, the first software synthesizer and sequencer on the PocketPC

You own a Pocket PC and you are a music lover. You commute a lot and used to whistle your own tunes without being able to record it. Syntrax will help you compose your tunes while on the go. "Syntrax is packed with all the professional features you might expect from a mobile music studio. This includes MIDI support, a sequencer, sample editing, software synthesizer, realtime echoes, morphing etc." Syntrax is available as a free download here.

Watch YouTube videos on your WM powered device

Here's another solution that lets you watch YouTube videos directly on your Pocket PC and Smartphone. Simply point your browser to http://m.youtube.com/. You can only watch the videos online and not download them. An unlimited data plan is therefore recommended.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Free: Let WirelessTime decide

Here's yet another application that lets you take control of when to switch on GSM radio and bluetooth on your device. If you're tired of having to remember to switch on/off your device, then download this utility at http://www.pocketphone.fr/article.php?sid=669.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Imate announces the WM5 powered Imate Jama Pocket PC Phone

Dear readers, you are most likely aware that Microsoft has changed the naming scheme of Windows Mobile devices with the release of Windows Mobile 6. For example, the Pocket PC Phone edition is now known as Windows Mobile Professional edition. You may also have noticed that the title of this post still refers to Pocket PC phone edition. This is because Imate, once a Windows Mobile major player, has announced the Jama, their latest Pocket PC phone running... Windows Mobile 5. I don't know how the marketing dept of Imate works, but it is certainly out of sync with the Windows Mobile market trend. So, dear Imate, customers are either looking for Windows Mobile 6 upgrades for their devices or getting ready to acquire such devices as the HTC Touch or the T-Mobile Wing among others.
Dear readers, check out Imate new device at http://www.theunwired.net/?itemid=3928&catid=20&catid=20

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Spb Brain Evolution for Smartphone released

Originally designed for Pocket PCs, SPB has ported this intelligent game to the Smartphone platform so you "can improve your mental awareness and maintain your brain fitness". Download a free trial or buy it here.

WM5torage now supports WM6

wm5torage has been upgraded to support Windows Mobile 6, Microsoft latest upgrade to its windows mobile OS. wm5torage lets you use your smartphone as a USB mass storage device. Go to www.modaco.com/index.php?automodule=downloads&showfiles=1702 and grab your free copy.

Posted on the go using my Eten M500 Pocket PC.

Join the Windows Mobile Owners Circle

I was browsing MS Windows Mobile webpage an noticed this new addition which is the Windows Mobile Owners Circle. The site offers resources to help you optimize the use of your device. Registration is free. However if you already have a .Net Passport account, simply login and "enjoy six free, full months of unlimited access to 3.5 million songs in ad-free, high fidelity streaming audio".

Go to https://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/domore/default.mspx?lc=1033, to learn more.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

YouTube Mobile available next year

According to Mobinaute, a french website, YouTube Mobile should be available for our devices by next year. This announcement was made by Steve Chen, co-founder of YouTube, during Computex conference in Taiwan. note that, until the release of YouTube Mobile, you can download a workaround provided by SourceForge here.

Test you SD card Read/Write speed

www.audicityaudio.com Has a useful utility on their website that lets you test the Read/Write speed of your storage speed. You might want to give a try. Audacity offers two flavors of the utility, one for Palm OS and another for Windows Mobile. Go to their website to learn more and download the utility.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone

Tips: Save money with Opera Mini

Opera mini is one of the most popular mobile browser on the market and it is free. Besides this, if properly configured, Opera Mini can help you save money and load web pages faster. How? Simple. If you already run Opera Mini on your Pocket PC or Smartphone, simply go to Menu - Tools - Settings and uncheck Load Images and Higher Image Quality. This will reduce webpages size by half, load faster and, of course, save money on your data plan. We would all welcome such features in Internet Explorer Mobile. Don't you think?

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

Send sms to groups

Group Sms lets you send sms to groups or multiple members. I haven't tested it yet, but it would be great to be able to send sms to a "distribution list". If you want to try it, go to www.pdatopsoft.com/pocketpc/groupsms/

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Tips: How to prevent Activesync from automatically synchronizing data?

By default or by design, Activesync will automatically sync any changes you make to your PC or device once connected. If your device remains connected to your PC all day, every minute or so, AS will pop up and sync. This can be quite annoying, especially if you're using your device for, say, typing an email. Synchronization will slow your device. Since there is no built-in feature to stop this behaviour, Activesync Toggle is a simple add on that will let you decide when to load Microsoft Activesync. You can download AS Toggle for free at http://micrologics.co.uk/library/ast/.

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WMDC 6.1 released

As previously announced here, Microsoft has released an updated version of Windows Mobile Device Center. If you're running Windows Vista, then you might want to download it at http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/devicecenter.mspx. But do not rush for it yet. Even if this upgrade is to fix some bugs, it might have some of its own. Unless you're having serious issues with WMDC, I recommend you wait a bit before upgrading.

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Q&A: IE Mobile cannot access intranet site

Q: I want to access my intranet website using dial up networking with
SmartPhone/ PDA / Pocket PC.

I've tried with O2 mini (windows mobile 2003), the dial up was successful but I
cannot access my intranet website using Internet Explorer Mobile. How can I fix that?

A: This is probably happening because Mobile IE is searching for the intranet
site on the internet rather than your intranet. To connect to intranet
URLs, you need to enter them as Work URL Exceptions. To do this, go to
Start - Settings - Connections - Advanced tab - Click Exceptions button.

Tap Add new URL... And
create a new URL Exception by typing the link to your intranet site.

Audio recording of HTC Touch launch and John Wang's interview

www.msmobiles.com was present at the launch of the HTC Touch yesterday in London and has a full audio recording of the event. Msmobiles also posted an exclusive interview of Mr. John Wang, Chief Marketing Officer of HTC, who happens to be the guy who spearheaded the TouchFlo technology, which can be found on the HTC Touch. The recordings can be downloaded and listenened offline.

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HTC Touch - Let your fingers guide you

To counter the iPhone, HTC has announced HTC Touch running Windows Mobile 6. The device is beautiful and has been added to my to-purchase list. So sad I can't publish a picture of it. In case you did not notice, I've been publishing on the go for a while since I don't have a permanent internet access. While it's very convenient to be able to publish to the blog via a simple email, it doesn't let me insert pictures. I strongly suggest a visit to http://www.google.com/gwt/n?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.europe.htc.com%2Fproducts%2Fhtctouch.html%3Flang%3Den, to see this beautiful device.

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Soleus or Windows Mobile Light

This is a great idea. Intrinsyc has developed a lighter version of Windows Mobile based on Windows CE. What that means for consumers? Simply, cheaper and more phone centric devices. Go to Soleus.intrinsyc.com to watch a demo.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S60 smartphone

Whered-it-go

Very simplistic for a title I must admit. Simple title for a simple but ver useful software. Whered-it-go lets you locate files and folders that are taking space on your device and storage card. You can then delete them and recover that space. Learn more at http://www.rowanvale-software.co.uk/whereDitgo.htm.

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SBSH releases MyList

Get organized with this user friendly list Manager from SBSH. All lists are organized in categories that can be created from pre-defined templates. The software also lets you define your own templates. Another great feature is the ability to import and export lists to common file format for PC use. I recommend you check out http://www.sbsh.net/products/mylist/, for more about MyList.

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Easy Sync 2.6 released

If you're looking for an alternative to Microsoft Activesync, then you should consider EasySync. It has more features than AS, like, for example, the ability to sync any number of files. Meaning, you can sync one file only. Another great feature of EasySync is the ability to sync to the Storage card. Pocketwizards website at http://www.pocketwizards.com/easysync/, has all the info you need to help you make the switch.

Posted on the go using my superb HTC S620 smartphone.

SPB releases 6 new games for Pocket PC

Who does not know SPB Software House? I use three of their products on my pocket PC. SPB has just released 6 new games, including Sudoku. Of course they are not free and if like St3v3, you're a gamer, then you won't mind spending $10 to purchase them. Below is a list of SPB new releases:

Sudoku

Minesweeper II

Quadronica

Matches

Balltracker

Numbers

Check out www.spbsoftwarehouse.com To download a trial or to purchase the games, which you must admit are not innovative.

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Upcoming Windows Mobile Device Center upgrade

If you have already upgraded to Windows Vista, then you should know that Device Center has some bugs. An upgrade will be made available in the weeks to come by Microsoft. I cannot give more details since I have none. This is just what I learnt from a contact at Microsoft. Stay tune, I'll keep you all posted.

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Remotely wipe your phone with Sprite Mobile Swipe

The ability to wipe your phone clean of data when stolen was available to those who had their device connected to Exchange server. It is now possible to have the same feature without Exchange. Sprite Backup, better known for the backup software of the same name, is offering Mobile Swipe for $10. A simple sms is sent to the device to initiate the wipe operation, including the storage card. Sprite Mobile Swipe runs on Windows Mobile 5 powered devices. Read more here: http://www.spritesoftware.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=182

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Recharge your PDA no matter where you are with solar energy

Going camping, to the beach and you're running out of power for your mobile, pda or mp3 player, do not worry anymore. Solarc, a Germany based company, offers a new solar charger that's small enough to be carried anywhere. Even better, the charger has internal accumulators that let you store energy for later use. Solarc named their product e.Go and it is available in three different flavors: Fun, Master and Professional. Go to http://www.solarc.de/index.php?lang=en&m=2&y=13&yy=62&a=62 To learn more about e.Go.

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