HP has issused an advisory on the iPAQ rx1950 that if an SD memory card is inserted while the pocket pc is in standby, an intermittent, possibly undetected lock-up may occur.
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UPDATE: It is back up!. HP has released an update for the Micro Keyboard. It offers support for Windows Mobile 5. It was up then down and now back up so those of you that want to continue to use their Micro Keyboards with WM5---you can!.
HP has issued some SYMPTOMS and SOLUTIONS for synchronization issues that are occurring with your iPAQ.
Pocket Data Protocol Activation Fails in Private Global System for Mobile Telecommunication/General Packet Radio Service Network Using Password Authentication Protocol
HP has released an update for the 6500 series that fixes a variety of issues and adds GSM support for Enhanced Network Selection.
There has been a small update for those that own the 1950. It updates the iPAQ from Microsoft Adaptation Kit Update 1.0.1 to Microsoft Adaptation Kit Update 1.0.2.
HP is doing a good thing! HP Protect Tools security software is not normally included in the HP iPAQ series hw6500 Mobile Messenger Companion CD. However, a misprint in the CD User Guide contained a reference to the software, which has led some customers to believe that Protect Tools is included with the hw6500 device. HP has resolved this issue.
HP has listed an advisory Advisory on the HP iPAQ h3800 Pocket PC - The Backlight May Not Illuminate When the Device is Powered On
This package contains a Storage Card Rename Utility for the listed handheld models and operating systems.
The HP iPAQ hw6500 Mobile Messenger Series handheld must be configured with a Global System for Mobile (GSM) Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card.
The crew up at HP snuck this one up right on us. Apparently they have created a mobile portal page that supports square screens. One problem though they forgot one site? You tell me?
If you are a current owner of the hx2xxx series iPAQ you are in luck! HP has offered a upgrade for $39.95 to the anticipated Windows Mobile 5.0. In this overview I am going to show you the process involved in upgrading your hx2xxx series iPAQ. Please note some of my screenshots are specific to the hx2750.
All I have to say is get it while it is up! You can now purchase the upgrade to Windows Mobile 5.0 for your hx 27xx and hx 21xx and hx24xx.. I will soon followup with a review of the upgrade process...
Bunch of fixes HP just announced for the hx4700.This package contains an "execute in place" (XIP) .cab file that replaces the "Miscellaneous OEM" region of the ROM image for the listed handheld models and operating system. This is a permanent update to the flash ROM.
When you apply ROM Upgrade version 1.10 to your HP iPAQ series hx4700 Pocket PC, the extended battery power is reduced to approximately half (50%) of its original capacity. This issue dramatically affects the amount of time you normally expect the extended battery to power your Pocket PC.
Using a Bluetooth (BT) Dial-Up Networking (DUN) Server Profile on an HP iPAQ series h6300 Pocket PC with a BT-enabled notebook computer may result in the following error: "Error 743: The PPP link control protocol was terminated" If you receive this error, you will be unable to make the connection.
The HP iPAQ series hx4700 Pocket PC Does Not Display .ppt Files In ClearVue. This issue affects all models of the HP iPAQ series hx4700 Pocket PC. A permanent resolution has been posted.
The issue of the HP iPAQ series h5400 Pocket PC integrated WLAN module not connecting with a WLAN Access Point (AP) that supports both IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g standards has been resolved. The issue occurred because the original ROM provided with the iPAQ h5400 series Pocket PC did not support the dual connectivity.
HP has issued warranty replacement criteria for hp iPAQ pocket pc and HP Mobile Media companion LCD panels with pixel defects. HP's goal is to enrich customer understanding of LCD panel pixel defects and how they apply to HP warranty guidelines.
HP has provided an update for the h6300 series Pocket PC adding support for Cell Notification for Ericsson Serving GPRS Support Node (SGSN).
A customer advisory from HP talks about when you make a phone call on your HP iPAQ model h6300 Pocket PC using a Bluetooth (BT) headset and the line you are calling is busy, you will not hear a busy signal.
Hp has released an execute-in-place (XIP) file for the 6300 series that incorporates a variety of fixes and adds a couple of enhancements.
On Tuesday, May. 17th, we posted a item on an HP iPAQ hx4700 Pocket PC Series ROM Update. There were a number of significant issues addressed. HP has again issued an advisory specifically addressing one particular issue.
HP has released a ROM update for the hx2000 series iPAQs. There are quite a few fixes and enhancements. This looks good!
SD Cards Removed from Some HP iPAQ series Pocket PCs Do Not Retain Changed Data Even if Card is Reinserted When Device Resumes Activity
HP has released a ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for the 6300. There are several fixes and enhancements worth looking at. This package contains the ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for the listed handheld model and operating system. This software has been released for the following countries: Belgium, Denmark, Greece, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Spain, France, UK, Ireland, and Italy. Please note that Israel is currently not supported by this ROM release. HP strongly advises users in Israel not to use this update. Users in Israel should continue to use the original shipping ROM 1.00.06 until further notice.
Copies of e-mails are not saved to certain HP iPAQ series Pocket PCs and HP Mobile Media Companions if e-mails are synchronized via an ActiveSync partnership with a desktop. However, if you establish a partnership on the handheld with an Exchange Server instead of ActiveSync, then copies of e-mails can be saved to the "Sent Items" folder on the Exchange Server. Refer to the Resolution section of this advisory for information about saving copies of sent e-mails by synchronizing the Sent Items folder with the Exchange Server.
Fixes issue with the potential for speaker damage from third-party audio applications that generate a very high-volume audio signal. Fixes issue where the Microphone Automatic Gain Control (AGC) setting was not saved after a power cycle. This is a NEW release of the Audio Driver Update.
The Pocket Inbox on Some HP iPAQ Pocket PCs Does Not Recognize ``SD`` and ``CF`` Naming Conventions for Saving Files to Storage Cards
This advisory lists the countries that CAN use the ROM upgrade. The Orange Network in the country of Israel is currently not supported in the new ROM release 1.00.36. HP strongly advises customers in Israel against updating to this new ROM, but instead urges them to continue using the original shipping ROM 1.00.06 until further notice.
When you launch the HP Protect Tools application on your HP iPAQ Pocket PC hx4700 series handheld device, and then launch another application over it, the other application will remain displayed in the foreground.
The iTASK button, one of four application buttons (iTASK, Outlook E-Mail, Contacts, and Calendar) on the HP iPAQ series hx4700 Pocket PC front, displays a menu of default applications represented by icons. If the default iTASK Menu Item: setting is replaced with either "Ctrl," "Shift," or "Alt," then the default application buttons become non-responsive.
Well as we broke the story two weeks ago HP has released the hx4700 ROM in which it fixes a ton of issues
HP has issused an advisory on appointments that are off by one hour. When a customer synchronizes an HP iPAQ Pocket PC handheld device with a host computer, the customer may discover a one-hour difference between the appointments appearing on the handheld and the same appointments appearing on the host computer, despite the fact that the clock times were correctly set on both devices.
HP today announced an upgrade program to Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for customers with select HP iPAQ handhelds as well as plans to support the new version of the software platform in its future mobile offerings.
I can't believe I missed this update...sorry for the delay in posting but WOOHOO...it is here!! HP has released an update that resolves the issue of not being able to install it with the 5555.
Recent posts have indicated that there were problems with the rx3000 series and the BT headphones. Users were not able to use the Next/Previous Track buttons to work properly with Microsoft Media Player 10. HP has fixed this problem with a new Driver Update.
We will be seeing a Software Maintenance Update ROM for the 4700 very soon. HP will be releasing this Maintenance Update ROM in the Spring 2005 timeframe.
The HP iPAQ Pocket PC hx2000 series Handheld Companion CD Incorrectly States that the ClearVue Office Suite as a Trial Version.
The iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series ROM Update, 1.11.xx (SoftPaq SP24091), fails to install on the Spanish version of the iPAQ Pocket PC h5450 and h5455. When the ROM update fails, an error message is displayed indicating that the language is incorrect.
This package contains the ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for the listed handheld model and operating system. The ROM Update Utility replaces the current ROM image on the handheld with an updated version.
HP has released an advisory on potential Speaker Damage that can occur on the HP iPAQ Pocket PC hx4700 series Handheld. Certain third-party audio applications have the potential of overdriving the speaker which could cause damage to the speaker.
An update is available for HP iPAQ h6340Pocket PC. Fixes include: GSM Firmware Update, Wireless LAN Driver, Bluetooth build 1.6.1.3400, and some aditional fixes.
HP has released for the rx3100 Series Pocket PC a ROM Update to fix Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer shutdown issue and it will provide Windows Media Player 10.
HP has released a ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for HP iPAQ hx2700, hx2400 and the hx2100 Pocket PC Series.
HP releases an update to enable the sending and receiving of SMS messages on the Vodafone network in Ireland when using one of the listed handheld models.
HP and T-Mobile have released a maintenance ROM for the h6315 series, and is available from the T-Mobile support website.
Fixes issue with the potential for speaker damage from third-party audio applications that generate a very high-volume audio signal. Fixes issue where the Microphone Automatic Gain Control (AGC) setting was not saved after a power cycle.
We have an update folks!! The HP iPAQ Bluetooth Keyboard Driver Update Driver has been released.
Does your compact flash Modem card drop a connection or fail to establish a connection on your HP iPAQ Pocket PC hx2000 series Handheld? An update is coming.
Foldable keyboard driver update adds support for the Microsoft Pocket PC 2003SE Operating System.
This update increases read-time performance for some SD cards.
An update is available for HP iPAQ h6340 Pocket PC. Fixes include: GSM Firmware Update, Wireless LAN Driver, Bluetooth build 1.6.1.3400, and some aditional fixes.
An update is available for HP iPAQ h6365 Pocket PC. Fixes include: GSM Firmware Update, Wireless LAN Driver, Bluetooth build 1.6.1.3400, and some aditional fixes.
A ROM update is available for the HP iPAQ rx3100 Series Mobile Media Companion. The update rsolves shutdown issue with Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer.
This package contains the ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for the HP iPAQ Pocket PC h6365. The ROM Update Utility replaces the current ROM image on the handheld with an updated version.
HP has released a NevoMedia Player and Server Update for PC to use with the listed handheld models. The NevoMedia Player and Server software, which is installed on the host PC, works with the iPAQ Mobile Media software on the handheld.
HP has released a ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for HP iPAQ rx3700 Mobile Media Companion.
HP has released an updated driver for the HP iPAQ Bluetooth Keyboard for iPAQ Pocket PC h4300 Series and the iPAQ Pocket PC h4100 Series.
The Microsoft ActiveSync notification sound does not play when synchronization begins between an HP iPAQ Pocket PC hx2000 series handheld device and a desktop computer. This issue occurs as a result of a problem in the Microsoft Windows Pocket PC 2003 Second Edition Operating System.
HP has released an SD card driver update for the h1900 series.
Some HP iPAQ Series Pocket PCs with F-Secure FileCrypto 1.xx Cannot Create External Storage Folders. An update is available
HP released a customer advisory on the wireless icon intermittently disappearing from the bottom navigation bar of the HP iPAQ Pocket PC hx4700 series
HP released a customer advisory on how QVGA-formatted videos will not display full-screen on the HP iPAQ Pocket PC hx4700 series with Windows Media Player
HP has released a customer advisory on the hx4700 iTASK settings. If the default iTASK Menu Item: setting is replaced with either "Ctrl," "Shift," or "Alt," then the default application buttons become non-responsive.
HP has released a ROM Update for their iPAQ rx3400 Series Mobile Media Companion (version 1.01.06)
HP has released a ROM Updatefor their iPAQ rx3100 Series Mobile Media Companion. (version 1.01.06)
HP has released an update for the 3700 series iPAQ with several fixes and enhancements. This ROM Update Utility replaces the current ROM image on the handheld with an updated version.
HP has released an updated driver for the HP iPAQ Foldable Keyboard for the listed HP iPAQ Pocket PC models.
If you're an iPAQ 6315 owner using T-Mobile service, and are having trouble sending email, check out this update. Installing this update will improve the wireless performance of your HP iPAQ h6315 Pocket PC.
Switching from WPA PSK to open network connection causes the HP iPAQ h4100 series to misconnect
The h4100/h4300 Worldwide English WLAN Driver RAM Patch Update V2.0.53A - SP28733 will be released to the HP Support Website within 2-3 days.
An issue with some HP iPAQ Pocket PC handheld devices requires you to set the date before you can logon to Microsoft MSN Messenger. By default, the device displays its date of manufacture. But if for any reason your Pocket PC is hard-reset, the date will revert to the default date.
This is an HP customer advisory released September 2004. When an SDIO WLAN card is installed in the HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5500 series handheld device, the device will not go into standby mode when it is connected with an Access Point.
This Fingerprint Software update does not change the software version found by pressing Start, Settings, System, and then Asset Viewer.
Activity icons selected by Navigation buttons are not responsive to stylus on certain HP iPAQ Pocket PCs. This issue affects h4000 series, h5000 series , h6000 series, rx3000 series, rz1700 series.
When an iPAQ owner synchronizes their device with a host computer, they may discover a one-hour difference between the appointments appearing on the handheld and the same appointments appearing on the host computer, despite the fact that the clock times were correctly set on both devices. Click here to see how to address this issue.
Just to keep you informed, we thought owners of the 4XXX series might like to know that HP is working on a ROM upgrade for the h4150, h4155, h4350, and h4355 which contains enhancements such as WPA support.
Do you have a h4350/h4355? If so, keep your eyes open because HP will soon be releasing a ROM Update with support for WPA. This update will be released by August 13th.
HP will be releasing a RAM Patch for the h5400/5500 series
HP releases a new ROM upgrade for the h4150/4155. Several key issues have been addressed.
According to HP they have decided to end of life of the HP iPAQ h5500 Series, and will mark the last shipments of iPAQ Pocket PC supporting the 100-pin connector which supports numerous expansion packs developed and sold by HP, as well as those developed and sold by a variety of Third Party Companies.
This is a recommended update to the 4100 series. This update adds support for seamless roaming when roaming across access points within same subnet.
HP iPAQ Pocket PC h2200 series handheld devices with ROM version 1.10 may lock up and become unresponsive while the Self-Test program is running.
Adds support for Combination Key. Some Bluetooth devices require Combination Key support in orde to pair with the handheld device.
This update utility replaces the current ROM image and erases the partnership and all user data and programs on the handheld. It is important to read and understand the information in the Readme.txt file included with this update BEFORE installing this SoftPaq.
Some Secure Digital (SD) and SD Input/Output (SDIO) cards continue to draw power from HP iPAQ Pocket PC h2200 series batteries, even after the iPAQ Pocket PC is turned off, because the SDIO pin signals continue to remain active.
Just a reminder to owners of the 2200 series that HP has posted an updateed ROM that they should use. See story for details.
iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series and iPAQ Pocket PC h5500 Pocket PC Series with Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 have new updates worth looking at.
Certain CompactFlash (CF) cards may cause fast battery drain on the iPAQ Pocket PC h2200 series than other CF cards, even when the iPAQ Pocket PC is turned off. This issue occurs when CF cards such as the Audiovox RTM8000 and RTM8000D - Tri Band GSM/GPRS CompactFlash Card or the Convergent Technology GSM/GPRS CompactFlash Card, are left in the CF slot.
iPAQ Pocket PCs Product Support Alert: Users experiencing duplicate calendar entries after synchronising...this will help resolve this issue for user...
PalmSource Inc., of Sunnyvale -- which makes the operating systems that run personal digital assistants, or PDAs from Palm and other manufacturers -- ...
Limits the power consumption a SDIO card or peripheral can draw during standby or sleep mode. Fixes SD Card initialization issue. Rom version 1.00...
HP released a Product Change Notification for the iPAQ Pocket PC h5500 and h5555 Series. There are several enhancements and fixes with this ROM updat...
Fixes Corrects SD Card initialization issue. Updates the BlueTooth driver to resolve Bluetooth lockup issue. Corrects iPAQ Backup...
Fixes Corrects the Sleep Mode SD power drain. Updates the Bluetooth driver to resolve Bluetooth lockup issue. Corrects iPAQ Backu...
The request for a user certificate may fail on the iPAQ h4100 Series Pocket PC. If the user tries to secure a certificate via an 802.1x network on whi...
HP's first ROM update for the 2200 series is available. Unfortunately, the update appears to do nothing except add support for the extended battery, s...
HP has released a WLAN update for the 5400 and 5500 series iPAQs running Windows Mobile 2003. It appears to be a RAM update, not a ROM update. The en...
Sorry I missed this one last week! Pocket Calendar did not display multiday appointments that span over the end/beginning of a month correctly in vari...
HP have released an update for Bluetooth on its H2200 series Ipaqs. There are a number of fixes in this patch: -Corrects Bluetooth (BT) Manager lo...
This SoftPaq contains the LEAP supported driver for Pocket PC 2003 for the iPAQ Pocket PC models listed below. IMPORTANT: This LEAP supported driv...
This SoftPaq contains a Wireless LAN driver Update for the iPAQ Pocket PC models listed below. IMPORTANT: This WLAN driver update is not compatibl...
If the 4-digit PIN password is enabled on your iPAQ Pocket PC h2200 Series, the screen will turn solid white upon returning from a Normal Reset. Typic...
We are releasing a 64MB to 128MB upgrade for the HP iPAQ 1940/45 series. The upgrade does require our proprietary driver and is segmented into 64MB as...
We will soon be releasing a 64MB to 128MB upgrade for the HP iPAQ 2200 series. The upgrade does require our proprietary driver and is segmented into...
HP has released a firmware update for the WLAN radio in the H5400 series iPAQ Pocket PC. Enhancements and fixes include... Adds LEAP authentication cl...
Improves Virtual Memory utilization for both WLAN and Bluetooth Software Updates Expansion Pack manager driver to support GSM/GPRS Wireless Pack ...
Fixes issue where Digital Concepts Bust'em version available on the Companion CD causes system to lock up. This SoftPaq contains the full version of C...
According to a customer advisory, the H5400 is currently not working with 802.11g access points: The iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series integrated WLAN modul...
"The iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series may rapidly consume battery power after removing and replacing the battery pack. When your battery pack is removed fr...
This update utility is designed to replace the current ROM image and erase the partnership and all user data and programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC. It i...
Corrects issue with the Standby Power Setting value where the iPAQ would sometimes not operate on battery power. Corrects issue in Battery Driver, Ver...
When performing a restore to the iPAQ Pocket PC from a back-up created by Microsoft ActiveSync, an error message may be displayed:"The restore could n...
This SoftPaq contains the iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 WLAN driver update. This update fixes issues with multicast. It also enhances,Supportw NDIS 5.1 OID dri...
NOTE: This is a RAM installed driver and will need to be reapplied in the event the iPAQ Pocket PC experiences a Full Reset. Fixes issue with the Stan...
Not sure how important this update is to you but if you want to stay up to date this takes care of some clock time zone issues. Download the SoftPaq t...
Incorrectly removing a Secure Digital (SD) Card from the iPAQ Pocket PC may damage the connector inside the iPAQ. The SD connector on the iPAQ is a "p...
For those who have been complaining about the volume on the 54xx this should be just the fix you have been waiting for. This SoftPaq contains the iPAQ...
I am catching up so if you already have this sorry. This SoftPaq contains the Nevo software update for English ROM Version 1.00.45 to fix the issue wi...
