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TomTom thinking about its own “GPS PDA / smartphone?”

We definitely wouldn’t recommend taking this to heart just yet, but according to DigiTimes, the likes of TomTom (and even Garmin) are “likely to soon launch their own-brand GPS PDA smartphones.” Of course, the news comes smashed in with word that quite a few more notable smartphone manufacturers (such as HTC, i-mate, and HP) are also gearing up to release GPS-enabled handsets in the near future, and while Garmin is no stranger to the mobile GPS realm, this would be (relatively, at least) new territory for ole TomTom. Beyond that, details are scant, but we’ll be sure to keep an ear to the ground.

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September 13th, 2007 @ 01:35 PM &bull by Ka Wang • Filed under News

Palm introduced Treo 500v Windows-smartphone for European premier

Today Palm introduced its new smartphone for some European countries. This is Treo 500v, which will be available from Vodafone next month. The smartphone is powered by Windows Mobile 6 standard, features relatively compact size (for a candy bar type with the QWERTY-keyboard) and 3G networks support.

The short technical specs of Palm Treo 500v:

  • Networks: UMTS 2100 MHz, GSM 900/1800/1900 MHz
  • Platform: Windows Mobile 6 Standard
  • Display: 320×240 pixels, transflective color display, 65K colors
  • Bluetooth technology: v2.0 + EDR, (profiles - Headset, handsfree, EDR, serial and OBEX); mono and stereo headsets
  • Memory: 256 MB (150 MB available for the user)
  • Camera: 2-megapixel with video capture
  • Battery: 1200 mAh
  • Slot for microSD cards
  • Preinstalled applications: ActiveSync, Alarm Clock, Bluetooth, Bubble Breaker, Calculator, Camera, eBay, File Explorer, Google Maps, Internet Connect Sharing, Internet Explorer Mobile, Messaging, Microsoft Notes, Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word), Phone, Picture and Video, Solitaire, Task Manager, Vodafone Mobile Windows Live, Windows Media Player Mobile
  • Dimensions: 16.5×61.5×110 mm
  • Weight: 120 g

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September 13th, 2007 @ 11:32 AM &bull by Ka Wang • Filed under News

iPhone now software unlocked in 32 countries and 69 carriers

With the European and Asian iPhone rollouts still months away, is it any wonder to find the little guy venturing out on the mean, GSM streets all on his own? According to that list above compiled by the iPhone Dev Team, the freebie iPhone software unlock has now been tested to work in 32 countries and 69 national carriers — a list which is changing by the minute. Testing is based on calls in/out, SMS in/out, EDGE/GPRS access, and voicemail access. Not Visual Voicemail, naturally, but the ability to receive notifications alerts and check voicemail messages. As usual, we won’t link you directly to the iPhoneDev community in accordance to their request for uh, anonymity.

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September 13th, 2007 @ 11:25 AM &bull by Ka Wang • Filed under News

JAVOedge releases the Apple iPhone Clear Cases in Smoke Grey and Clear

Optimum protection with this crystal clear, poly-carbonate JAVOClear Case! This hard clear case is designed to protect and maintain the originality of your Apple iPhone without compromises.

The perfect case, the perfect look! One of the best case in the market today!

* Clear plastic case designed to fit perfectly for your device
* View and navigate your device without taking it out from the case
* Protects your device from scratches and dings
* Case consist of two pieces (front and back) snap locking together
* Cutout openings to the screen, sync port, buttons for ease of use

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September 13th, 2007 @ 11:17 AM &bull by Ka Wang • Filed under JAVOedge, News