Time Logger by AcroDesign available for smartphones

By: John Saria

Time Logger by AcroDesign Technologies is an easy to use punch clock application that allows you to track the amount of time spent on project, jobs, or whatever else you might want to track.

Time Logger requires Windows Mobile for Smartphone 2002/2003, 250KB of available RAM and can be found for $9.95 on Handango.com.

Features:

Unlimited number of projects

Each project timer can run idependently of others

Timers may be paused

Fees are calculated from project's hourly rate

Numerous reports available

Desktop component for exporting data or printing reports (free download)

Export data OTA via e-mail attachments

Nokia 6630 smartphone to be offered by Hong Kong CSL

By: Kelly Fargo

Nokia has announced that Hong Kong CSL has selected the Nokia 6630 smartphone for their 3G WCDMA product portfolio. The Nokia 6630 phone offers online e-mail, capability to download and view e-mail attachments, mobile broadband access to multimedia content, live video streaming and video conferencing.

"We congratulate CSL for their commercial 3G network launch and we are delighted to work as their first 3G handset partner. We will continue to work closely together in bringing unique and exciting 3G mobile experience to CSL customers through the Nokia 6630 smartphone," said Bruce Lam, General Manager, Nokia Mobile Phones, Hong Kong and Macau.

SmartVideo to launch live and on-demand content for mobile devices

By John Saria

SmartVideo Technologies has announced that they will be launching a live and on-demand streaming video service, for media enabled cell phones and mobile PDAs, on January 6 at CES International 2005.

SmartVideo's content package will include:

Live news

Weather

Sports

Entertainment

Children's programming

And other content genres

"With an estimated 250 million smartphones to be in use in 2008, streaming video is taking the industry by storm. We are extremely excited to be launching our enhanced streaming video services at CES this year. Being the single most important mainstream consumer electronics show in the world, we are here to bring live TV to mobile consumers around the globe. SmartVideo will enable millions of consumers to view their favorite TV programs live no matter where they are as long as they have a mobile media enabled device," said Richard E. Bennett, Jr., SmartVideo's President and CEO.

palmOne releases new mobile weight-management software

By: Brad Newnham

palmOne, Inc. has released three new mobile weight-management software titles based on the Atkins, Keyoe and Weight Watchers weight-management and lifestyle programs.

Using mobile devices such as palmOne's popular Zire(TM) 31 or Tungsten(TM) E handhelds or Treo(TM) smartphone, individuals can carry a host of valuable weight-control and fitness tools with them everywhere they go. Adding to these mobile devices' already powerful capabilities to organize busy lives, communicate with friends, family and business colleagues, and enjoy vibrant games and multimedia, the new Atkins Carb Counter, Keyoe Diet & Exercise Assistant V6.0 and Weight Watchers(R) On-the-Go(TM) applications ensure individuals are never out of reach from the tools they need to achieve success with their weight-management and fitness regimen of choice.

"The marriage of palmOne's devices with mobile versions of popular weight-management and lifestyle software was timed for 2005 resolution revelers," said Page Murray, vice president of marketing at palmOne. "Handheld computers and smartphones from palmOne have become a cultural icon of people who are winning at work, home and life. Our combined solution helps eliminate excuses for not remembering to exercise or eat healthier, as well as send birthday cards or schedule meetings."

DataViz's new Texas Hold'em poker game for Palm OS handhelds

By: John Saria

DataViz's has released a new Texas Hold'em poker game for Palm OS handhelds. Hold'em High will run on any handheld or smartphone with Palm OS 5.x, including palmOne Treo 600/650, Tugsten T/T2/T3/T5/TE and Zire 71/72 as well as select Garmin, Sony & Tapwave devices. The new Texas Hold'em poker game sells for $19.99 but if you use this promotional code "ALL IN" to purchase it before the end of the year you will receive a $5 comp off the regular price.

Features:

No limit

Ten player table

Three difficulty levels (Novice, Average, Expert)

Five selectable card backs

Animated dealing

Professional-grade graphics

Player recorded stats & rankings

5-Way navigation for one-handed game play

palmOne's Tungsten E Hits 1.5 Million Unit Sales Mark Worldwide

By: Amir Kitmitto

palmOne has announced that the Tungsten E handheld has sold 1.5 million units worldwide in 14 months. The Tungsten E represents 21 percent of all U.S. handheld sales in its first year on the market, according to The NPD Group.

"We knew the handheld market was ripe for a device that offers power and features at an easy-on-the-wallet price," said Ken Wirt, senior vice president, worldwide marketing, for palmOne. "Tungsten E answered that call with professional yet cost-effective features to help users organize their busy lives without skimping on the fun features that make technology such a stimulating part of our world."

SSEYO miniMIXA available for smartphones and PDAs

By: John Saria

Tao Group has announced the release of its SSEYO miniMIXA, mobile music mixer, for users of Windows Mobile based smartphones or PDAs, as well as Windows PC users.

Incredibly powerful yet easy-to-use, SSEYO miniMIXA++ premium version is the feature-packed, multi-channel audio mixer, sequencer, DJ system, FX unit and recording studio application for the Microsoft Windows Mobile platform. An intuitive interface, pitch shifting and time stretching, makes it simple for a user to create mixes from drums, basses, chords, leads and custom sounds and then apply per-track sound effects - resulting in an almost infinite number of different possible and exciting combinations. Music and mixes created by users can be saved and played for fun, sent to friends by email, or stored on the phone as a unique ringtone.

"Our goal with Windows Mobile software is to provide mobile developers with a platform that supports robust multi-media features on a range of unique devices to best meet specific needs of the end user," said Mark Spain, director of developer marketing, Mobile and Embedded Devices Division at Microsoft Corp. "Software providers like Tao have been instrumental in expanding the Windows Mobile community through innovative products like the SSEYO miniMIXA."

OAG launches of OAG Flight-Finder for PDAs

By: John Saria

OAG has launced its new OAG Flight-Finder software program that allows travelers to download comprehensive flight information to their PDA.

OAG Flight-Finder enables travelers to download and browse extensive flight details at all times from the world's most comprehensive flight schedule database. With access to more than 950 airline carriers' schedules, OAG Flight-Finder assists customers in searching for alternative flights, and provides them with instant airline reservation numbers.

Features

Autosynch capabilities keep the most current information on PDAs

One touch function shows chosen routes on each day of the week

Easily view all flights departing in the next three months

Add chosen flight schedule to a Microsoft(R) Outlook calendar

Downloadable test prep resource for PDAs and smartphones

By: John Saria

Verizon Wireless has announced the availability of the VX6600 Pocket PC Phone handset through the Verizon Wireless National Account sales team.

The Pocket PC-enabled XV6600 is based on Intel XScale(R) technology and offers customers the latest in Microsoft Pocket PC features with the Microsoft(R) Pocket PC 2003 Phone Edition. The XV6600 is equipped with 64MB ROM / 128MB RAM and supports .wav, .mp3 .bmp, .jpeg, .gif files. The XV6600 is $549.99 with a 2-year customer agreement.

Features:

Digital Only: 800MHz/1900MHz

NationalAccess/BroadbandAccess Capable

VZEmail with Wireless Sync-MSM5500 Chipset

3.5" QVGA 65K Color Transflective LCD

Bluetooth Capable

Integrated QWERTY Keyboard

SDIO Expansion Slot for additional memory and peripheral devices

Downloadable test prep resource for PDAs and smartphones

By Brad Newnham

Kaplan, in a partnership with Handmark, has released the Kaplan Mobile SAT/PSAT-ACT 2005 a new downloadable test prep resource for cellular phones and PDAs and smartphones.

Kaplan Mobile SAT/PSAT-ACT 2005 incorporates the broadest array of study formats available, providing strategies, practice tools, and fun prep challenges in the form of games students can play on their own or with others, quizzes, practice tests and other interactive options.

The most technologically advanced mobile SAT prep product available, Kaplan Mobile SAT/PSAT-ACT 2005 includes over 1,200 questions and tips to prepare for the new SAT. It is compatible with nearly all smartphone and PDA devices and operating systems, including Palm OS-powered devices, Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and smartphones, as well as Symbian, BREW and Java mobile phones.

"We've adapted our materials to address three major traits of today's teens: they're media sophisticates, they have busy schedules, and they are accustomed to personalized options," said Jon Zeitlin, General Manager, Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions. "As student needs have evolved over the years, Kaplan has always sought to give our students options to learn in the way that suits them best. Our new offerings continue nearly 70 years of Kaplan tradition in providing resources for busy students that all make test prep as convenient as possible while making the most of current media."