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News: Mac OS X Syncs Up With Windows Mobile 6 Devices

In an article on windowsfordevices.com, an update to Mark/Space Inc.'s software that allows Windows Mobile 6 devices to sync with Mac's OS X operating system was discussed. The article said in part:

"Mark/Space Inc. has announced a "major update" to its software for synchronizing Windows Mobile devices with Macintosh OS X computers. Version 4.0, of the "Missing Sync for Windows Mobile," now supports Windows Mobile 6.0 and adds new features including video encoding and call-log transfer."

With the ability to sync Office docs and other programs including Calendar, this update could be a great aid for Mac and Windows Mobile users.

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Review: Smartphone Insider

In an article in the Aug/Sept 2007 issue of Smartphone & Pocket PC magazine, editor Dan Hart the strengths and weaknesses among other useful information about the Palm Treo 700w/wx and 750. He says in part:

"The introduction of the Treo 700w in January of 2006 marked Palm's first release of a Windows Mobile device. With it Palm included a customized Today screen that improved the usability of Microsoft's Windows Mobile 5 OS. Users now had the freedom of using a Pocket PC Phone Edition device that was optimized for one-handed operation. Frequently-done tasks such as searching Contacts or the Web could be performed quickly with the QWERTY thumb keyboard rather than having to navigate through menus using the touchscreen and stylus. In September 2006, Palm released the Treo 700wx, an updated version of the 700w that had an increase of 32 MB of RAM. January 2007 saw the release of the Treo 750, a GSM world phone version with a lighter, redesigned body and a softer feel. The 700wx is currently available from both Verizon and Sprint, while the 750 is available from Cingular (now AT&T). Unlocked versions of the 750 are available online from onthegosolutions.com and other vendors."

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Hot Download of the Week: 3D Lawn Darts

Brings the classic game of lawn darts to mobile devices. Toss darts in the backyard or challenge yourself and play on the moon. Includes multiplayer so you can pass the game back and forth or use Bluetooth so you can each use your own device. Also features camera motion sensing technology where you can simulate a real throw with your device by swinging it forward like you are throwing a real dart.

Price: $19.99

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Use With: P/PC and Smartphones running WM 5.0 and 6.0

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Article: A Winning Pair of JAQs

In an article in the Aug/Sept 2007 issue of Smartphone & Pocket PC magazine, author Timothy S. Hillebrand, Ph.D. discusses I-mate's new JAQ3 and JAQ4. He says in part:

"NOTE: At press time, I-mate had not confirmed whether it will release the JAQ4 in U.S. A company spokesperson said I-mate would be offering units of similar functionality as part of their Urban line of products sometime in the third quarter.

I-mate introduced its first JAQ in the fall of last year. It was a lightweight Windows Mobile 5 Pocket PC Phone Edition device with a spacious keyboard, but it was criticized by reviewers for being bulky and lacking integrated Wi-Fi capability. Early in 2007, i-mate followed up with the release of the JAQ3, and has more recently announced the JAQ4, a Windows Mobile 6 Professional device that may be available by the time you read this review. Here, we will cover both the JAQ3 and 4."

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Jim Karpen's Hot Web Site of the Week: PDAStreet

Unlike two of the devices mentioned above, the HTC Kaiser, which everyone is excited about because it includes EVERYTHING, may indeed be released in North America, with PDAStreet reporting the rumor that it might be picked up by AT&T and released as the 8925.

The site is also an excellent source of Windows Mobile news.

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From Our Blogs: Great Way To Play YouTube, Google Video, and Others

Werner provides more links and tips on using third-party software to play online videos on your device.

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WINDOWS MOBILE UPDATE is edited by Michelle Talley. To submit a news item, suggest software, contribute a tip, mention a hot website, make a suggestion, offer a comment, or air a gripe, e-mail her at michelle@PocketPCmag.com.

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