HP has announced two new Windows Mobile smartphones today – the iPaq Voice Messenger and Data Messenger. HP is pitching the smartphones at two different markets and the iPaq Voice Messenger is aimed at users who need a phone first; the iPaq Data Traveller is pitched at people looking for a more traditional smartphone.
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For those who insist on a compact mobile phone, yet need powerful voice, email and GPS features, this sleek 3G smartphone is the perfect choice. The deceptively simple, surprisingly smart HP iPAQ Voice Messenger is small in size, but big on features.
This beautiful 3G smartphone with large touch screen display, full slide-out alphanumeric keyboard and GPS gives a new style to your mobile messaging experience. The HP iPAQ Data Messenger helps you communicate with confidence and distinction.
Looks like the iPAQ 910 is available for pre-order on Amazon for $499 with a $50 instant rebate that brings the price down to $449. The 910 is a quad-band GSM phone has HSDPA 3G connectivity (850/1900/2100) and will ship with Windows Mobile 6.1. Key features include HSDPA 7.2, WiFi, GPS, and a 3 megapixel auto focus camera. It also includes Bluetooth technology and a memory card slot.
Andru Edwards of Bleeding Edge TV has done a great job taking us through the new iPAQ line that we should see released in 2008. Alot of great stuff here in this video!
Well it looks like October 8th will be the day HP will start shipping their new wave of non-converged PDA's. Its good to see HP is back and looking at the specs these units aren't too shabby..
It looks like the crew over at Aving got some hands on time with the newly announced HP iPAQ 912 Business Messenger. Employing 2.4-inch touch panel, it offers advanced mobility to users by supporting quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE, 3G HSDPA, 802.11b/g WLAN and Bluetooth 2.0. Equipped with GPS navigation having 3D map, the iPAQ 912 also supports Microsoft Office Mobile and push e-mail service. Suggested price starts at 599(USD) in the AP region.
good friend to me Brandon from Pocketnow took some time out to make the BIG HP announcement a little easier for us to understand by putting together a nice chart along with visuals! A definite visit over to Pocketnow to see what he has done. Here is a snipit
The first images of HP's two new iPaqs, the 614c and the 914c have been leaked. These two models represent a serious re-entry by HP back into the smartphone market. Welcome back HP!
Cnet Asia is reporting that HP users will not get WM6 upgrades for the iPaq hw6900, rw6800, rx4000 and rx5000 series of handhelds. The computer giant cited “the potential for long delays, as well as possible carry-over costs” to its customers as reasons for this decision.
The start and end dates for Daylight Saving Time (DST) will change for US time zones in 2007. DST will now start on the 2nd Sunday of March and end on the first Sunday of November. Softpaq SP34629 will be available to automatically adjust for DST on the correct dates. This is a RAM patch that modifies the registry
The guys over at Portable Gear were nice enough to share this video with us as they show the new HP iPAQ 500 series. Unfortunately this phone is only Edge and quite honestly looks a bit thick. One other feature that bugs me is the keyboard?
Brightpoint, global leader in distributing wireless devices and providing customized logistic services, announced today that its subsidiary Brightpoint North America L.P. (“Brightpoint”) will be distributing the HP iPAQ hw6945 series Mobile Messenger. Pursuant to their agreement, Brightpoint will customize and distribute the HP iPAQ hw6945 series Mobile Messenger and select future devices to regional carriers, Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) and their respective independent dealers, Value Added Resellers (VARs) and retailers in the United States.
Looks like the guys over at Mobile Tech Review just got their hands on the hw6925 HP iPAQ. Previously they reviewed the hw6915 but wanted to show off some new and fancy photo's of the newest member of the Cingular family.. They also let everyone know a full review will be up soon!
HP and Cingular Wireless today announced that beginning Oct. 31 Cingular will be the first carrier in the United States to offer a new HP iPAQ handheld device with five wireless communications technologies.
HP today introduced a new iPAQ series that packs GPS navigation, digital entertainment and mobile connectivity(1) into an easy to use design.
Well the time has come and once again HP has silently released the hw6940 Mobile Messenger and according to our sources this was a nasty launch with Cingular. Sources tell us that Cingular/HP relationship could be a complete break apart..
A little old news but I want to thank everyone who sent this in on Thursday.. I must be losing my mind but I do remember HP announcing they were stepping away from the non-converged device market space. Once again HP does something else.. Today they announced the new iPAQ rx4000 series iPAQ for the Asia market. This looks a tad like the Sony Mylo...
Well numerous people have been sending us info hourly and apparently what we are seeing is that the next Mobile Messenger will be model number hw6920/hw6925 w/wo camera through Cingular. Also HP has informed us that is in the final stages of confirming a combined release with T-Mobile also.
T-Mobile is launching its cooperation agreement with technology provider HP with a low-priced special offer package consisting of a notebook, a web’n’walk Card and a mobile data contract. With the HP Compaq nx7400 Business Notebook PC and via the web n walk Card plus the T-Mobile UMTS network, subscribers can work with the intranet or access information on the Internet quickly and comfortably.
Fixes issue where certain CompactFlash (CF) memory cards and I/O cards do not respond. The RUU is designed to replace the current ROM image and to erase the partnership and all user data and programs on the handheld. It is important to read and understand the information in the Readme file
Incorrect numbered formats may display when Microsoft Word documents are viewed on an HP iPAQ Handheld Device having the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Operating System (Windows Mobile 5.0 OS).
This package contains an updated driver for the HP iPAQ Foldable Keyboard for the listed HP iPAQ Pocket PC models.
This package contains a Bluetooth Firmware update file that replaces a section of the original system files for the listed handheld models and operating systems. This update is a permanent update to the ROM, and can only be undone by reflashing the entire ROM."
HP has released an update for the iPAQ hx2000 series running Windows Mobile 5.0.
HP has completely pulled the hx4700 series iPAQ from their storefront this morning. A bunch if not all retailers have pulled and noted the device as being discontinued. During our conversation with HP they informed us that they will only carry the rx19xx, hx2xxx and hw65xx series iPAQ.
When the auto-correction feature is used on the HP iPAQ hw6500 Mobile Messenger series to create Short Message Service (SMS) text, the SMS available characters count drops dramatically. This issue occurs because auto-correction uses the Unicode text scheme, which consumes more bytes per character (a ratio of approximately two-to-one) than other text schemes.
Well it looks as if HP has once again posted the specs of the rebranded Xda Atom manufactured by Quanta in Taiwan... Interesting enough this is the HP.COM USA site posting specs. We will keep you posted on any other information we receive
Well numerous people have been sending us info hourly and apparently what we are seeing is that the next Mobile Messenger will be model number hw6920/hw6925 w/wo camera. From our sources HP is holding off the release of the hw6925 until June of 2006.
This upgrade offer provides you the ability to upgrade your HP iPAQ hx2000 and hx4700 series Pocket PC products with Microsoft Windows Mobile Version 5.0, without purchasing new hardware.
Brighthand has been digging in the HP store and has noticed the hx4700 has mysteriously disappeared! This has happened previously that we have reported and according to HP the device is nearing end of life..
Well watch this video and ask yourself where the iPAQ could have been if Compaq was still here!
On the heals of HP saying that the Pen-based PDA market is on its death bed. HP now says: Phones not a viable platform for video streaming. Hewlett-Packard won't be bringing 3G support to any of its smart phones until at least 2007. It cites the costs associated with the service, coupled with the fact that 3G's killer app -- TV and video streaming -- isn't yet viable on mobile phones as the primary reasons for its decision
The HP iPAQ hw6900 Mobile Messenger provides all the essentials to keep your business running even when you're away from the office -- phone, e-mail, and more secure access to business-critical information. At the same time, let your HP iPAQ keep life fun using GPS Navigation, the HP Photosmart Camera, and Microsoft® Windows Media Player 10 Mobile to play your digital music and videos.
HP, the number one handheld devices vendor in Asia Pacific, unveiled its first designer white and metallic silver handheld device, the HP iPAQ rw6800 Multimedia Messenger Series, redefining style for handheld devices
The traditional pen-based PDA market will evaporate within the next four years without significant product innovation, according to Hewlett-Packard (HP). The company will therefore continue to focus the majority of its handheld efforts on converged smart phone devices, relegating its traditional PDAs to the entry-level consumer and SMB markets.
Our partner Expansys USA is now taking preorders for the newly announced hw6900 HP iPAQ.. Users should note you will not be charged at all until the unit ships.. They have the ETA of shipping in July..
My buddy Phil Torrone has spoken to someone who has done it again and now is using his iPAQ to control his Roomba.. Now I think I gotta buy that darn Roomba...
I realize that we won't see this unit here in the U.S. but I thought since we ran the announcement of the rx1950 Navigator I would share the review I came across on the PCPro website. PCPros verdict: We love the PDA hardware, but the GPS software often proved more of a hindrance than a help. Our advice is to steer clear or buy the rx1950 with TomTom
InfoSync World is reporting that the latest Windows Mobile 5.0 communicator from Hewlett-Packard will be arriving with carrier Cingular Wireless this spring.
Here is a great article on the new iPAQ that Laura found on the Mercury News website. The article gives an overview of the device and talks about HP's decision to break out its handheld business as a separate unit. Thanks Laura!
Good Technology, the leading provider of industry standards-based enterprise handheld computing software and service, today announced that its GoodLink and GoodAccess wireless messaging and corporate data access solutions will be available to customers on the HP iPAQ hw6900 Mobile Messenger
Well for those who are interested here is the entire specification sheet on the newly announced hw6900 series iPAQ.
HP today introduced the latest HP iPAQ handheld, a smart device with the ability to receive email wirelessly using new "push" email functionality from Microsoft.
Hewlett-Packard Co. will announce Monday that it is separating its hand-held-device business from its notebook-computer business, according to a media report Sunday.
HP has posted the 6900 series on their UK website. There is no price listed and they ask you to call for availability. Hopefully this means that is will be here in the U.S. soon.
We have received these images from an anonymous source which apparently from what we can understand they had some hands on time with the rw6828 iPAQ. As many of you already know this is a rebrand of the Atom. The pictures are blurry but look like it could really be the rw6828..
Well it seems as if HP has continously posted information about unannounced models and they have done it again. The two shots below are actual product pages showing the model. From our sources this is the Atom model we spoke about last week.Keep posted to Mobility Today for more breaking news about this new upcoming model from Hewlett Packard.
Well it seems as if the hw6900 is coming out really soon! HP has now listed the hw6900 on their website. This is an identical unit to the hw6515 but has Windows Mobile 5.0, Wifi and no SD but mini SD slot.. No official word from HP.com on when this will be available..
The sleek and stylish HP iPAQ rx1950 Pocket PC offers a range of simple-to-use features, popular applications and multimedia options meaning you can stay organised, entertained and in-touch. Featuring the latest Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0
It seems as one of our members found a document on HP.com which goes over the entire hw69xx series iPAQ line. Interesting information in which from what we can read no US version in the near future is listed... What are your thoughts?
We just received this from an anonymous person who apparently had some time with the rumored HP Atom aka possible hw6800..
Quanta will ship to HP a revised version of the Xda Atom PDA phone, which it currently manufactures for UK-based O2, the paper said, quoting market sources. The revised Xda Atom PDA phone will still come with the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system.
I received these photos today from a person going under the name rock99rock which I was very skeptical at first since the first two images I received from him were very blurry. He then sent up some more photos in which they seem to look real.. He says its running WM5 with a 320x240 screen, Bluetooth 1.2, 1.3 MP camera and Wifi...
Hewlett Packard along with High Tech Computer yesterday filed papers with the FCC to request a new FCC ID for a HP PocketPC Phone. According to the documents they are referring to the HSTNH-HO6C-WL in which Hewlett Packard originally filed this under the hw6700 model.
Bonnie Cha has done her review of the hw6515 and unfortunately rates the unit a 6.3 out of 10. As many of you know I have spoken about how much I like this unit and after using my Windows Mobile 5 device for a month I am going back to my hw6515..
Over at Grynx website Chris became very creative and made a unique car mount for his 4700 iPAQ.
According to Tom Krazit of PC World, HP plans to release another set of IPaq PDA/phone devices in January, according to sources familiar with the company's plans. The hw6700 IPaqs will come with an integrated Wi-Fi chip as well as a new version of the Windows Mobile operating system.
HP has released a customer advisory that some HP Protect Tools encryption options are "grayed-out" on the HP iPAQ hx2000 series Pocket PC with the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Operating System.
Yardena Arar of PC World wrote a nice article about News in Handheld Land. Thank God she wasn't sitting next to David Berlind from ZDNet at a recent breakfast...she never would have digested her food!
First and foremost, instead of running the newest mobile operating system that was shipped by Microsoft five months ago - Windows Mobile 5.0 - the hw6500 is running Windows Mobile 2003. Since 5.0 is designed to overcome many of the shortcomings in WM2003 (as all major OS upgrades invariably do with respect to their predecessors), this decision, regardless of how it came to be, has in my opinion, set the device up to be a dud.
HP (NYSE:HPQ)(Nasdaq:HPQ) and Cingular Wireless today announced the HP iPAQ hw6500 series Mobile Messenger, the first Pocket PCs in the United States to use Cingular's high-speed EDGE network.
Just stumbled on this and appears to be new and good for those hw6500 users. HP Hosted Exchange solution uses exactly the same stringent security standards that HP has dictated for its own internal data security. But we don't stop there -- we use some of the most sophisticated tools available to continuously test the strength of our security against increasingly sophisticated attackers. Your data receives exactly the same level of protection.
Back a few weeks ago we broke a story about the Cingular landing page for the hw6515 being available. Unfortunately if you check that same page the hw6515 no longer appears? We originally signed up for notification with Cingular when this unit will be available for order and luckily saved the hyperlink.
It looks as if HP has some pages up that show a bunch of our favorate iPAQ's discontinued. At this time we have no further information other than this HP UK page which shows the hx4700, rx3715 and rz1710 all being discontinued. According to a HP representative certain locations throughout the world will see these products discontinued.
HP has just posted a frequently asked questions for the upcoming hw6515. Looks like we are getting close to launch. This really goes into the fine details of the Mobile Messenger. Definitely worth a read..
Well it seems as if the hw6515 will finally hit the U.S market.. Cingular has now placed a coming soon page where users can sign up and be notified once the unit is released. We also see the hw6515 branded with the Cingular logo which to date has not been shown..
Who says things aren't better the second time around? The HP iPAQ rx1950 PDA attempts to fix the mistakes of its disastrous predecessor, the rz1710. The iPAQ rx1950, which runs Windows Mobile 5.0, rounds out the boxy form of its predecessor and at $300 (street), it's currently the most inexpensive device available with built-in Wi-Fi. PC Magazine put the PDA through its paces, and tell you if all the improvements make all the difference.
Outlook: The HP iPaq rx1950 fills a huge void in the company's lineup, satisfying consumers and business users who want more than the extremely basic iPaq rz1710 but don't need the bells, whistles, or expense of the HP iPaq hx2000 and hx4700 series. It'll give good competition to the Dell Axim X51.
HP today expanded its mobile offerings, including new and enhanced HP iPAQ Pocket PCs and a mobile printer, to make it easier than ever before for active professionals to stay connected and be more productive while on the go.
Here is a faq on everything you need to know about the Windows Mobile 5 upgrade including other models and reasoning behind why the upgrade is not available.
HP wants to ensure that the functionality and overall customer satisfaction of the iPAQ product line is not compromised. The h6300 and hw6500 product lines are significantly more complex products that function on mobile operator networks. Mobile operator networks require stable product performance in order to maximize quality of service for their end-users. In some cases in order to maximize service performance with the new operating system, hardware changes are required.
I am excited to announce HP has made available .The Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 upgrade is currently available for the HP iPAQ hx2000 series Pocket PC. The upgrade kit for the hx4700 will be available in Spring 2006. Users should note this is the first time HP has allowed a download option for the upgrade.
Purchase one qualifying HP iPAQ hx2110, hx2410, hx2415, hx2750 or hx2755 Pocket PC to receive a Windows Mobile 5.0 Upgrade CD. What I am wondering why isnt HP offering the same type of program for the 4700 series iPAQ? What are your thoughts?
Hewlett-Packard (HP) has taken on board a second former Palm executive to handle its personal systems group. Satjiv Chahil has joined HP as senior vice president of marketing for the PC division, the company announced.
HP is now offering free operating system upgrades to those who purchase a new iPAQ hx2000 series model running Windows Mobile 2003 SE.
Napster , the biggest brand in digital music, announced today the addition of a host of mobile phones to the ever-expanding ecosystem of MP3 players and mobile devices compatible with the groundbreaking Napster To Go portable subscription music service.
This unit uses low voltage hi-speed BGA memory, so stacking is not available and 128MB will be the maximum capacity. During the upgrade process we remove the existing 64MB and install 128MB. This memory upgrade does NOT require our proprietary driver and is fully recognized by the OS (121.77MB Available). The SRP of the upgrade is $169 including 2nd day return shipping
One of our members in our community was walking around Cingular the other day and stumbled on this huge poster of the hw6515.. Apparently Cingular is prepping the release of the hw6515 and starting to send out these display's to each store. I haven't seen this yet in my stores but it looks pretty authentic!
HP is pleased to announce that we will be supporting the Microsoft Windows Mobile Version 5.0 for Pocket PC upgrade for the HP iPAQ Pocket PC... BUT......
Looks like PC Mag beat us all to the punch and has done a thorough review of the US version of the hw6515.. Looks like they are using the Navteq GPS software along with Cingular as the provider. Interesting to note they also are using the Goodlink software to give the end users the "Push Email" technology many of you have been asking for..Many of the issues they are experiencing or commented on I definitely disagree on and hopefully soon we will put up our own impressions of the hw6515 in the near future..
Well it looks as if the hw6515 must be getting close because Microsoft has now placed a landing page for the hw6515 with a bunch of goodies. You can actually take the hw6515 for a spin using the emulator or take a look at the device specifications.
Interesting that Hewlett Packard UK site has now shown the unannounced hw6700.. This unit according to the site will feature Windows Mobile 5, Intel PXA 270 processor, 192 MB total Memory (128 ROM and 64 SDRAM) .. GPRS/GSM/EDGE with 802.11g.. One thing that is a bit wierd is that HP now shows GPS also on this device..
Oh boy it looks like someone in Japan couldn't keep their fingers off the hw6515 and had to rip it's skin right off! Unfortunately I dont know how to even translate it but it does look pretty interesting..
Well I think we have final proof that Cingular will definitely be carrying the hw6515 iPAQ with and without camera.. If you look at the $50 rebate which is directly from Cingular we find hw6510 w/o camera and hw6515 w/camera.. Also we are hearing some Cingular stores are getting 7ft promo display's.. The only thing we can confim is this rebate..
I am not sure how authentic this is but apparently a company out in Hong Kong is doing a 128mb memory upgrade for the hw6500 Mobile Messeger. Looking at the upgrade it costs $126.00 USD which is basically a great deal! The detectives in our forums are continuing to research the validity of this upgrade so be sure to keep your eyes in the forum
I'm happy to report that the Spectec MiniSD Wi-Fi card (model SDW-822) is working on the hw6515. Not only is it working, but it seems flawlessly fantastic so far!
A compact Car Cradle with integrated SiRFStar III GPS receiver, built-in speaker, built-in windshield-mount suction cup pocket pc reflects a new innovative move in PDA strategy from HP. The HP iPAQ 1710 is presently the best value priced HP PDA from the new range of iPAQs, specifically engineered to fulfil the role of bargain priced PDA based GPS this is ideal.
Its been my top priority to get my 256mb Sandisk Wifi card to work on the hw6500 Mobile Messenger. With 10+ calls into Sandisk I have had no luck whatsoever. Well one of our forum members has gotten his Sandisk SD Wifi card to work like a dream! Thanks to XMan for giving us an exclusive to let all our members know this baby works!
Ok here is the scoop directly from Expansys. This is a UK version of the phone UNLOCKED.. You will receive Tom Tom GPS mapping software (remember you can pick one city and then you have to purchase whatever other maps you want) now I cannot confirm the Tom Tom maps are for US.
One of our members in the forums noticed this when searching hw6500 on hp's site. Could this mean we should be seeing the 6500 in the US soon?
Wow! All I have to say is if you want to see ALOT of pictures and comparisons here is the place to go! Mobile-Review has done a pretty extensive job looking at the UK version of this phone.. He writes, "We tested a prototype instead of a commercial version (an April version). The engineering example worked for half a day the maximum. We suppose this is due to the GPS receiver permanently on, it can't be switched off.
Just one way of supporting Dave's iPAQ..If you place a backorder for this product now, we will not ship the product or charge your credit card without confirming you still wish to proceed when stock arrives. There are no cancellation charges!
Taiwan-based High Tech Computer (HTC) will soon start volume shipments of the iPAQ hw6515 PDA phones to Hewlett-Packard (HP), and the new shipments are expected to substantially help the company’s revenues in the coming months, the Chinese-language Commercial Times reported today - HTC declined to comment on the report.
I am a big fan of Verizon and obviously will be doing a thorough review of the i-730 I thought it would be interesting seeing these two devices next to each other. Please note on the Samsung i-730 I do have an extended battery on the unit. Verizon was much smarter this time around and now has the extended batteries available now.
The overall design of this new entry to the iPAQ world is terrific. The front has a great look that makes you feel comfortable right away. Today, I want to tell you about the rest of the exterior that truly was designed to complement the device.
Yesterday, I said "I love the form factor! As much as I like my 6315, it always feels a little big in my hand". When you look at the size specification, there really isn't much of a difference --- or is there? By the numbers, NO, but by the feel YES!
In this photo you will notice the new belt clip on the hw6500. Users should also notice the unit is almost identical in size. Those who question if this unit is smaller or bigger than the treo it is quite close..
As you can see in this photo HP is sticking a dagger right in the throat of RIM especially in form factor. This unit is identical in size compared to the Blackberry even in height and width. I actually prefer the keys better on the hw6500 compared to my Blackberry. Also in this photo you will notice how nice the screen protector lays on top of the screen..
Jack and I during the next few days will be putting up some tidbits of the iPAQ hw6500.. These tidbits some photos and some video's will give you an exclusive first hand overview of the hw6500 but keep in mind these tidbits will not be our review. Just a sneak peak for our audience to enjoy..
I think I'm in love! Yup, there is no question that my heart is going pitter-patter! I have had my 6500 for a while now and each day my heart goes pitter-patter when I hold it in my hand. This device is SMOOTH - VERY SMOOTH!
Since I have never seen anywhere else I was lucky to get my hands on the link you will give you a thorough video overview of the hw6500 iPAQ Mobile Messenger. This video gives an excellent overview of the 6500 along with video and audio content! You wont want to miss this.
Hewlett-Packard, Tuesday launched the iPAQ hw6515 Mobile Messenger, which it claims is the world's first PDA (personal digital assistant) phone to integrate GSM (global system for mobile communications) and GPS (global positioning system) capabilities.
HP today announced that it has appointed R. Todd Bradley to serve as executive vice president of its Personal Systems Group (PSG), which includes the company's notebook and desktop PCs, handhelds, monitors, workstations and related support services.
Well we just stumbled on this one. Looks like its official and available now.. If you live for cutting-edge tech gadgets check out this three-in-one in gem: an HP iPAQ a mobile phone and a camera. It's the first and smallest handheld that boasts integrated three-way wireless (GSM, GPRS, WLAN, Bluetooth). Cool, or what?
HP is pleased to announce that we will be supporting the Microsoft Windows Mobile Version 5.0 for Pocket PC upgrade for the HP iPAQ Pocket PC.
NEW DELHI: Hewlett Packard India has launched its first 5-in-1 PDA phone, the IPAQ h6365 Pocket PC with mobile phone and camera. This handheld features built-in integrated three-way wireless capabilities.
Chicago, Retail Systems, May 24, 2005: Softeq Development Ltd. today announced the introduction of a rugged handheld computer, the DURATEQ 3100. The device, based on HP iPAQ Pocket PC technology, uses advanced materials that make this device durable without the bulk, weight, and awkwardness of other rugged handhelds.
Interesting enough HP Shopping has just added the h6325 to their website where this unit will support the Cingular Network. What is also funny they still have an old rebate on this page along with a TMobile service plan link. Unfortunately users will still have to wait to order but the page clearly specifies Cingular..
I read an article on Investors.com written by John Dvorak a well respected technology analyst. Unfortunately I think John is a bit off line and should really understand where HP's market with this unannounced phone is... The enterprise.. John I am shocked at you of all people to comment on a device that hasn't officially been announced nevertheless base your professional opinion on speculation...Whats even worse for an Investors publication..What are your thoughts
David Jaquith a community member with a ton of knowledge has put together a quite extensive list of all current PocketPC's. Not only is it a list he also notices a continuous pattern. What might that be? All PocketPC's that are getting the Windows Mobile 5 upgrade have a Intel PXA270 processor..
Reyat Mobile Gadget News got some great pictures of the new Mobile Messenger over at the MEDC 2005 show
Over at the MEDC 2005 HP has been showing off the soon to be release hw6500 Mobile Messenger. From what I have been told the unit had WM2003SE, GSM, no Wi-Fi which we already knew. Pricing has not still be released nor has the official announcement on what the provider will be.
Apparently some more comparison photos appear on the web...This person states the units are quite close in site and shape to the treo and puts a side by side comparison of them..
Apparently the HP iPAQ 6500 is showing up on more HP sites..Offering integrated GSM/GPRS/EDGE technologies and packed full of high-end features including an integrated keyboard, GPS Navigation, and multiple messaging capabilities - in a stylish, lightweight design.
A Microsoft MVP has posted a powerpoint presentation going over the new Windows Mobile phones to hit the market. In particular the 6500 Mobile Messenger is mentioned and also speaks about HP partnering with Cingular and T-Mobile for the Mobile Messenger. If you would like to read more.
I dont know how Joel does it but he has some more photos of the anticipated iPAQ Mobile Messenger. Joel writes: "An anonymous source sent us these nice pictures of the upcoming HP iPaq hw/hx6500, the new Windows Mobile phone with a built-in GPS unit (purportedly using an indoor version of a GPS chipset built by Global Locate)."
HP today announced that it is providing the technology to track every registered participant at the 109th running of the Boston Marathon, the world's oldest annual marathon, and plans to make race information instantly available to fans, friends and family worldwide via the Internet.
The 6500 will be the second iPAQ with mobile phone capabilities, in addition to Bluetooth personal area networking and WLAN connectivity. The first was the 6340, launched in late 2004. The company plans GSM/GPRS and CDMA connectivity, the 6500 marking HP's first serious attempt to woo European mobile operators as a route to market.
Two versions of the new iPAQ hw6500 Mobile Messenger Pocket PC Phone have turned up on HP's Dutch website. The hw6515 and hw6510 are basically the same (both run Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition and have 312MHz processors, SD and miniSD expansion card slots.
Eventhough HP announced some information about the iPAQ Mobile Messenger an online store is already selling accessories for this unreleased iPAQ. What amazes me is that this device is not even available and companies are already selling accessories? Is this why some of us buy accessories and they dont work? Is it because the vendors actually never test the accessory?
eWEEK, "the enterprise newsweekly" and a Ziff Davis Media publication, announced today the finalists in its 5th annual Excellence Awards program. The awards honor the most innovative and relevant enterprise hardware, software and services announced in 2004 and available by the end of the first quarter of 2005.
Got a Sony PSP? Why when you can have a decked out iPAQ Gamepad! Oh boy this is just plain silly but heck maybe I should start a iPAQ makeover show? This PocketPC Phone Edition is nothing else than a HP PDA covered in a Samsung sauce (HP only put its name on it), and meant only for the Korean market. Quite a cool device for the Mobile Gaming freaks!
I still have no formal information about TMobile pulling the h6315 as of today but will make sure I inform you the minute I have the information. But I do have an update on the official US ROM release for the h6315. HP is working on the ROM with enhancements in the following areas..
I was on the phone with T-Mobile handheld support team and was told that T-Mobile will no longer carry the h6315. My conversations with the technician did not explain why but that they will continue to support the device but will no longer carry the device.
HP Researchers have come up with an answer for mobile devices that not only reduces power usage but enhances usability as well. Targeting one of the main culprits of battery consumption - the display - they've developed an energy-aware solution that dims parts of the screen that aren't in use. "Right now, there are only two things you can do to reduce the amount of power used by the display - you can dim the entire screen or have a smaller display.
Things have been quite crazy with this unofficial ROM for the 6315 iPAQ. A site is now SELLING this hacked ROM for $49.95 but a big sale for $34.99 ...I am bringing this out for one obvious reason.. This person is trying to make money off something that will be free! Dont buy into this scam...Here is a quote from their site
A word of warning. A circulating a ROM upgrade for the HP iPaq h6315 TMobile sku has been going around. This ROM has not been released by HP and will not be supported by HP's service centers should issues arise. I am warning you now that you will do damage to your iPAQ if you install this ROM.
I am very happy to hear that the hx4700 was named Best PocketPC Handheld for Business by CNet. HP's iPaq series continues to stand tall among Pocket PCs, and the company's latest high-end model is no exception. The HX4700 (also sold as the HX4705) has an innovative touch pad and a beautiful VGA
To strengthen its leadership in the fast-growing smart device market, HP will continue to evolve the HP iPAQ product line and build on the success of the award-winning iPaq 6300 series smart device. The new devices will incorporate several different types of wireless technologies and be offered in a variety of designs and sizes as they roll out through the year.
A PocketPCThoughts reader came up with a nifty hack for your 4705. This mod I came up with allows you to place your PPC at an angle in landscape orientation. I mostly use it to watch movies without having to hold the PPC in my hands or balance it between a book and any available weights -- usually the airline magazines on long plane rides.
I have been using my hx4700 for the past few weeks and wanted to run a poll to see ifyou use your Synaptics Touchpad on your hx4700 iPAQ?
I was browsing our store and noticed the new hx4705 is available for shipment. If you like the site and want to pass a little bit of a thank you order through us.
I dont know if this is a scam but I would be concerned if I were to bid on this. What cracks me up is they want 806 US Dollars for the iPAQ. The quote be the first one to own it and state it is not a reserve order though.
"We encourage the television production teams to use a variety of HP products - with an emphasis on digital photography, digital entertainment and mobility. That matches well with HP's consumer business initiatives," Selby added. "We focus on building relationships at the studios that give us the opportunity to showcase new HP technologies that might help with their specific TV show. An example would be putting iPAQ Pocket PCs in the hands of police officers or crime scene investigators."
After being away for several days (again), I had for the first time one of my iPAQ's lose all of its power. Fortunately, I had a backup that was very recent....
Yardena Arar of PC World has reviewed the new hx4705 iPAQ PocketPC. Unfortunately she thinks the end user should save their money and spend it on the 6315?
If you haven't got yours yet and would like to support the site please order through us. We should be getting these units in VERY shortly. It is $499.95 with activation and $649.95 without with FREE shipping.
Starting today HP will release the new rw6100 iPAQ Swing Phone. The unit will come with Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC SE(Second Edition) – Standard Korean Premium w/ HP Proprietary Phone User Interface. Users should note this unit will only be carried in Korea and no other locations. The unit will have an Intel PXA270 Bulverde 520 MHz processor, SDRAM 64MB(133MHz Mobile SDRAM), Flash ROM 128MB(Intel Strata Flash ROM) with 78MB of usable "swingstore" file store
It is a feast or a famine...today, it is a feast!! Dave's iPAQ has posted three new reviews for you to read...
Many of our readers have had extensive questions on HP's decision on what providers will carry the h6300 and why HP selected T-Mobile as the vendor of choice. Be sure to read these questions and answers since they should answer majority of your questions.
Brighthand has a nice overview of the VGA offerings out on the market. Soon there will be four Pocket PCs with VGA displays and dual slots: the ASUS MyPal A730, the HP iPAQ hx4705, the Fujitsu-Siemens Pocket Loox 720, and the Toshiba e800.
There has been some mis-understanding out in the forums as to what this OS can really offer customers who have purchased product prior to HP'sJuly 26th offerings. Hopefully this will answer some of your questions
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a leader in advanced silicon technology solutions, announced that its family of mobile application processors will be implemented in the new line of HP iPAQ Mobile Media Companions. By enabling new types of consumer-oriented applications such as photography and music, Samsung's mobile application processors are helping to turn next-generation devices like the HP iPAQ into all-encompassing mobile information platforms.
HP announced that it is providing mobile solutions to delegates, staff and attendees at the 2004 Democratic National Convention here, which runs from July 26 - 29. HP mobile technology allows participants to cut through the noise and confusion on the convention floor and to interact with each other in new ways.
HP Introduces New Suite of iPAQ Handhelds Offering Innovative Integrated Data and Voice Capabilities
iPaq sales accounted for 46.1 per cent of handheld devices shipped in Australia from April 2003 to March 2004, a figure that could rise even further following Sony’s withdrawal of its Clie brand from everywhere but Japan last month.
Starting today, AT&T Wireless (NYSE: AWE) will begin offering a bundled device and service package that allows business customers to use their HP iPAQ Pocket PCs to access the fastest, nationwide wireless data network in North America. Using a Bluetooth-enabled iPAQ, business customers can access AT&T Wireless EDGE service by using a Bluetooth-enabled Nokia 6820 phone as a portable, high-speed modem.
After reading this story from this Australian newspaper it makes me think why no one ever told him to come to Dave's iPAQ :)
PC World, the most widely-read technology or business magazine, today unveiled the winners of its annual World Class Awards. The "Best of 2004" in the July issue features the finest products and services of the last year, from advanced digital cameras to workgroup printers, from the Alienware Aurora Extreme FX 53 to ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5.
The RoboSapien is the $99 entertainment robot that you can get at places like BestBuy. It actually walks fairly well and is fun to use to mess with your organic pets.
Niveus Pocket Control is the one-of-a-kind, wireless (80211.b) remote control for Windows Media Center 2004™. Exclusively available with your purchase of the Niveus AVX Media Center PC, this next generation remote control software gives you full control of your music and radio from anywhere in your home.
With the re-launch of Dave's iPAQ, there are a myriad of giveaways just waiting to be sent to you! It only takes a FREE MEMBERSHIP...an easy question and a simple answer to WIN!!
To mark the release of Shattered Glass, the Guardian Unlimited has a fantastic HP iPAQ give away.
A Russian site cracked open the case of an h2215 iPAQ PocketPC and posted some great pictures on the site. I dont know how to read Russian but this is...
Hewlett-Packard Co.'s iPaq Pocket PC h4350 runs the Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Premium operating system and is the first iPaq to feature a built-in...
just got my long-coveted 3G 20 GB Apple iPOD and have been busily transfering my CD collection and, LEGALLY obtained MP3 files, to iTunes for transfe...
Three-time Datamation Product of the Year 2004 winner Hewlett-Packard Co. took the mobile category by storm, with more votes than the other three fina...
"It appears that the HP iPAQ h6300 that we saw a few weeks ago may not be real. In an odd twist of fate, the pictures we saw may have only been of a t...
We have been warning people that pictures presented by Smartfone.net web site are fake (both MPx220 and iPAQ phone from this site were fake) but nobod...
There is a petition drive going on that is trying to persuade HP to resume support of the iPAQ Wireless Pack again. The iPAQ Wireless Pack is an add-o...
Here we go again! Oh yeah by the way the photo shows a camera but RUMOR says the camera was scrapped..The HP iPAQ 6300 will be the first to include vi...
absolutely hate the cheap plastic stylus that HP included with the iPAQ 2215. I used to have a PDA Panache stylus for my Jornada 568, and just haven'...
Following Smartfone.net's exclusive photo of the hp iPAQ Pocket PC Phone, pictured below, MS Mobiles have declared it to be a fake, while in the same ...
Apparently Tek n Toys had this up on their website and has been pulled. Makes you laugh since they were actually taking pre-orders!!! The rumor states...
The world of communication never ends and nether does the need to reach out and communicate within the palm of your hand! HP once again has answered t...
Hewlett-Packard has finally released Windows Mobile 2003 update for iPAQ h3800 series. The update is offered for both non-Bluetooth 3850 and the Bl...
"CNET's Patrick Houston checks out HP's latest iPaq models, the 4150 and the 4350, which feature integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless capabilities....
Many of you have asked how you can support the site. If you are debating on purchasing this handheld well here is your reason. Plus with free shipping...
Wow I haven't noticed how many special buys we have going on currently on some of the previous model iPAQ's and NEW ONES. Save $50 via mail-in rebate ...
With a flurry of new product and service announcements, HP used the World Telecom 2003 conference and exhibition in Geneva to show enterprises, networ...
This has been a great month for PDAs. First, Palm’s new top-of-the-line Tungsten T3 with the large screen; and now Hewlett-Packard’s h4150 — the thinn...
According to information received by Brighthand, HP will announce two new iPAQ Pocket PCs -- the h4155 and the h4355 -- on Monday, October 13. However...
According to the user manual filed with the FCC, the h4155 offers two forms of wireless networking: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It will be 4.47 inches long, ...
Pocket PC Italia is now suggesting that HP may be working on an iPAQ 6000. The Google translation suggests that this will be a device with quadband (e...
The PocketPC market is pretty much dead, and HP will tell you the same if you talk to them. They will give you a realistic view,” he told news media, ...
today launched its Smart Office initiative, a $750 million dollar program meant to empower small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) with technology fr...
Cant confirm this if it is true but looks pretty interesting..You are bidding on a very special, perhaps one-of-a kind!! Compaq iPAQ 5600(?) 64MB ...
For all of you who have been debating on buying an iPAQ what are you waiting for??? This is the lowest priced PocketPC on the market currently... The ...
Amid a slow market for handhelds and price pressure from rivals, Hewlett-Packard is launching a cheaper low-end version of its iPaq handheld. The slim...
The momentum keeps building with the new iPAQs that HP announced in June. As you know, HP has announced a variety of new models (including a brand ne...
iPAQ 2210 -- $400, Hewlett-Packard. Given the choice of whether my PDA would support WiFi or Bluetooth, I'd much rather have the former. It's easier t...
The hp h5555 allows you to gain competitive advantage through increased mobile productivity that allows you to communicate, access, and manage informa...
Apparently a new iPAQ 4100 Series has been approved for Bluetooth certification. Not sure much about this device or what it is? But I received this em...
The hp h5550 allows you to gain competitive advantage through increased mobile productivity that allows you to communicate, access, and manage informa...
Its 7:00am on Monday June 23, 2003 and my new h2215 iPAQ PocketPC alarm goes off. With my eyes still shut I turn over in my bed to turn the alarm off ...
The thin, light, and affordable hp iPAQ Pocket PC h1940 has great features and integrated Bluetooth at an incredible value to meet your handheld compu...
Gain competitive advantage through increased mobile productivity that allows you to communicate, access, and manage information when you want. A broad...
If you enjoyed my review of the h2215 and are contemplating purchasing a new iPAQ I would appreciate it if you support the site and order it using the...
Derek Ball CEO of Sonic Mobility has reviewed the h2215 iPAQ and I recommend reading it.When HP premiered the iPAQ h1910 earlier this year, I was impr...
Continuing to deliver expansion capabilities, the powerful and flexible hp iPAQ Pocket PC h5150 is designed to meet your handheld computing needs and ...
"We are releasing a 64MB to 128MB upgrade for the HP iPAQ 5400 series. The official release date is Monday, June 9th. The upgrade does currently requi...
The small and sleek iPAQ Pocket PC h2200 series has the optimal combination of features, performance, and expandability that allow individuals and mob...
The Federal Communications Commission has approved grants from manufacturer High Tech Computer for two Hewlett-Packard iPaq handhelds. The two devices...
Hewlett-Packard is expected to unveil its new iPaq h2200 PDA (personal digital assistant) on May 30, according to information given by High Tech Comp...
Looks as if this might be coming back. I just received an email from a viewer of the site who noticed the pack has re-appeared on HP site. I cannot co...
With features like integrated Biometric security, wireless LAN and Bluetooth, the iPAQ Pocket PC H5455 is a great choice for a wide range of business ...
The FCC has approved the h2200 series iPaq. Currently it looks as if two versions will be offered, one with built in bluetooth, and one without. The h...
Disgruntled customers who last week attempted to buy cheap iPaqs from Amazon.co.uk might be able to demand their rights in court. However, in this com...
This isn't really new news since the 1910 has been out in the US for quite some time. But it has been officially announced on the HP Denmark site. Som...
Ever wanted to see what was inside your h5450 iPAQ? Well I received an email from a viewer who really wanted to take it off!!!He writes,"Stuff I have ...
From what one of my readers told me apparently Canadian customers have not had the luxury of the h1910 iPAQ. Well from what I read you can now order y...
