PinStack.com - Windows Mobile News http://forums.pinstack.com/ en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:44:06 GMT vBulletin 30 http://ps-imgs.pinstack.com/images/styles/pinstack/misc/rss.jpg PinStack.com - Windows Mobile News http://forums.pinstack.com/ Will WM Devices Like the HTC HD2 Help Rebuild Microsoft OS Rep? http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/will_wm_devices_like_the_htc_hd2_help_rebuild_microsoft_os_rep-115227-new/ Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:28:50 GMT


The HTC HD2 comes loaded with the 1GHz Snapdragon processor and other feature highlights include:
  • Windows Mobile 6.5 but with HTC Sense overlay.
  • 4.3 inch capacitive touch screen480 X 800 Resolution WVGA
  • 157 grams (5.54 ounces) with battery
  • ROM: 512 MB RAM: 448 MB
  • Expansion slot: microSD™ memory card (SD 2.0 compatible)
  • 5 megapixel color camera
  • Auto focus
  • Dual LED flashlight
  • G-Sensor, Proximity sensor & Ambient light sensor
  • Facebook™ integration, Sharing photos on Facebook and Twitter, Sharing videos on YouTube & HTC Peep for twittering
  • Internal GPS antenna, HTC Footprints, Digital Compass & NaviPanel
  • Bluetooth 2.1 with Enhanced Data Rate. Supported profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, BIP, BPP, DUN, FTP, GAP, GOEP, HFP, HID, HSP, OPP, PAN, PBAP, SAP, SPP
Its a pretty SOLID smartphone. But would you give WM a try?

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]]> Windows Mobile News hayden http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/will_wm_devices_like_the_htc_hd2_help_rebuild_microsoft_os_rep-115227/ Touch-Friendly Interface in WinMo 7? http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/touch_friendly_interface_in_winmo_7_a-115117-new/ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:26:43 GMT via Electronista: "An image has surfaced that allegedly shows comparative screenshots between Windows Mobile 6.5 and Windows Mobile 7 interfaces, including several attributes that appear to be more touch-oriented. The screenshots, posted by WMExperts, reportedly originated from an internal mockup used by Microsoft for design planning.

While small check-boxes still dominate the settings menus in v6.5, the v7 menus utilize toggle sliders similar in appearance to the iPhone OS. If the screenshots are accurate, changing settings would be easier to accomplish with a finger swipe."






Full article here. ]]> Windows Mobile News MStrawder http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/touch_friendly_interface_in_winmo_7_a-115117/ <![CDATA[AT&T's HTC Tilt2 full-QWERTY touchscreen smartphone available now]]> http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/at_and_ts_htc_tilt2_full_qwerty_touchscreen_smartphone_available_now-115047-new/ Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:37:58 GMT


The HTC Tilt 2 is now available for purchase. It runs Windows Mobile 6.5 and is more of a business device, featuring a high-resolution 3.6-inch widescreen WVGA display, which can be tilted to reveal a large QWERTY keyboard, a 3.2 megapixel camera, dual speakers and dual microphones with noise cancellation. The Tilt 2 also features Straight Talk, which allows simplified conference calling and activation of the speakerphone by simply turning over the device.

AT&T is selling the HTC Tilt 2 for $299 with a 2-year contract after a $50 mail-in rebate.

Read More ]]> Windows Mobile News hayden http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/at_and_ts_htc_tilt2_full_qwerty_touchscreen_smartphone_available_now-115047/ <![CDATA[Acer's New WM 6.5 smartphone line-up uncovered!]]> http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/acers_new_wm_6_5_smartphone_line_up_uncovered-114545-new/ Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:48:39 GMT Acer will have four new Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphones arriving in the UK this week, each sporting a shiny new name and spec list. No word yet on when they will be available elsewhere.

The Acer F1, is now the Acer neoTouch and has the following specs.
  • Qualcomm 8250 1GHz processor
  • Windows Mobile 6.5 with Internet Explorer 6
  • 3.8” WVGA Touchscreen Display
  • Quad-band GSM / Tri-band HSPA
  • 512MB ROM / 256MB RAM
  • 5 MegaPixel Autofocus with LED flash
  • microSD slot (support up to 32GB)
  • WiFi 802.11 b/g & Bluetooth 2.1
  • Motion Accelerometer
  • 3.5mm audio jack
As for the other three smartphones, the Acer C1/E1 feature phones will be called the beTouch E100/E101 and the Acer L1 slider will be called the beTouch E200.


Read More (Source: http://blog.clove.co.uk) ]]> Windows Mobile News hayden http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/acers_new_wm_6_5_smartphone_line_up_uncovered-114545/ <![CDATA[AT&T announces first Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphones]]> http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/at_and_t_announces_first_windows_mobile_6_5_smartphones-114543-new/ Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:31:46 GMT Microsoft's new OS rolls out on HTC's Tilt 2 and Pure, Pantech's Reveal and Impact, Samsung's Mythic and Flight -- AT&T today announced two new smartphones based on Microsoft Inc.'s new Windows Mobile 6.5 operating system, HTC's Tilt 2 and Pure (see images, below.)

It also launched four new models it calls "quick messaging devices." They include Pantech's Reveal and Impact, as well as Samsung's Mythic and Flight.



AT&T didn't announce full details for all six new phones, but said the HTC Pure is now available at AT&T stores for $150 after rebates, and the HTC Tilt 2 will cost $300 after rebates. Both require a smartphone data plan commitment and a $40 or higher voice plan in order to receive the rebates.

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Press Release:
AT&T and HTC Debut HTC Tilt(TM) 2 and HTC PURE(TM) Windows Phones

Pairing the Best of Both Worlds, the HTC Tilt(TM) 2 and the HTC PURE(TM) Unify Personal Communication in Two Very Different Form Factors


AT&T and HTC Corporation, a global designer of mobile phones, today announced the upcoming availability of the HTC Tilt(TM) 2 and the HTC PURE(TM) with Windows® Mobile 6.5. The HTC PURE delivers a touch screen experience in an alluring, compact form factor, and the HTC Tilt 2 features the convenience of a tilting touch screen combined with the practicality of a slide out full QWERTY keyboard.

Powered by the nation's fastest 3G network and the Windows phone platform, the HTC Tilt 2 and HTC PURE deliver an enhanced TouchFLO® 3D interface on a large vibrant touch screen that makes navigation intuitive and rich while enabling smooth access to desktop like web browsing . Both devices embody HTC's approach to put people at the center of the communications experience by providing full access to voice, text, or email in a single contact view, regardless of whether voice, text or email was used. This view can be accessed from the contact card or in the in-call screen during a phone conversation, ensuring the latest conversations are always at hand.

"As one of the first carriers to support Windows Mobile 6.5 in the U.S. and the largest distributor of Windows phones worldwide, AT&T has a long history of leadership in smartphones and Windows Mobile," said Michael Woodward, vice president, Mobile Phone Portfolio, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. "Twice as many smartphone users choose AT&T over any other carrier and the HTC Tilt 2 and HTC PURE will lead our Windows phone lineup into 2010."

AT&T will support Windows Marketplace for Mobile in 2009 for access to a variety of applications on new AT&T devices, including the HTC PURE and HTC Tilt 2. Additionally, AT&T customers' purchases from Windows Marketplace can be added to their monthly statements. After Microsoft delivers Windows Marketplace later this year for other versions of Windows Mobile, AT&T will make it available to customers using those versions.

Windows Mobile 6.5 received several upgrades that enhance ease-of-use, such as a touch-friendly user interface and improved browser with Flash support. Content and applications are just a fingertip away on the redesigned Start Menu and Internet Explorer Mobile will support the rich experiences that many Web pages offer for desktop computers.

"AT&T and HTC have a long history of innovation with Windows phones," said Andy Lees, senior vice president of Microsoft's Mobile Communications Business. "AT&T, by bringing out the both the HTC Pure with its touch slate, and the HTC Tilt 2 with its keyboard, gives people the ability to choose a Windows phone that matches their preference."

HTC Tilt 2
Designed for the business professional, the HTC Tilt 2 is designed with distinct style and strength while delivering the most powerful productivity experience available on a mobile phone. The HTC Tilt 2 features a high-resolution 3.6-inch widescreen WVGA display which can be easily tilted for an expanded viewing area and a large QWERTY keyboard, which is optimized for heavy email use. A quality speakerphone experience is enabled by dual speakers and dual microphones with advanced noise cancellation, and HTC's Straight Talk(TM) which allows for simplified conference calling and activation of the speakerphone by simply turning over the device. The HTC Tilt 2 also features a 3.2 megapixel camera.

HTC PURE
Leveraging HTC's TouchFLO 3D experience, the all touch screen HTC PURE offers an advanced touch experience that is optimized for one-hand use, which further evolves the compact smartphone design. Incorporating a large, brilliant 3.2-inch WVGA touch screen, the HTC PURE is crafted to fit perfectly into the hand and accentuates one's sense of style. With a crisp advanced five megapixel auto-focus camera with video capture, expandable memory, gravity sensor and an ambient light sensor, the HTC PURE brings many of the most sophisticated features to a broad consumer audience looking for the professional benefits of a smartphone, without sacrificing size, looks or functionality.

"The HTC Tilt 2 and HTC PURE are not only powerhouse devices, they also provide a natural simplicity in the way we communicate with the people in our lives whether through voice, text or email," said Jason Mackenzie, vice president of HTC America. "Our desire is to put people at the center of every mobile experience, and we are pleased to work with AT&T, who shares this common vision."

Pricing and Availability
The HTC PURE is available at AT&T retail stores nationwide and online at www.wireless.att.com for $149.99. The HTC Tilt 2, will be available in the following weeks for $299.99. (For the HTC PURE, pay $199.99 and receive $50 mail-in-rebate, for the HTC Tilt 2, pay $349.99 and receive a $50 mail-in-rebate. Two-year agreement on a minimum $69.99 plan required.)

Small business customers also can subscribe to AT&T's new, industry-first BusinessTalk voice plans, which start at $60 a month for five users and 700 Anytime Minutes and can be expanded for $9.99 a line to accommodate up to 40 users and 20,000 Anytime Minutes. AT&T Music, AT&T Navigator, Video Share, Push-To-Talk and MobiTV all require separate monthly subscriptions.

For the complete array of AT&T offerings, visit www.att.com ]]> Windows Mobile News hayden http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/at_and_t_announces_first_windows_mobile_6_5_smartphones-114543/ Google Mobile App For Windows Mobile Updated http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/google_mobile_app_for_windows_mobile_updated-114174-new/ Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:49:14 GMT http://www.google.com/mobile/images/ui/product-icons/search-large.gifPretty much no matter what you... Pretty much no matter what you need, Google "has an app for that". Need a map/navigation application? Google Maps can take care of that. Need access to important documents anytime, anywhere? Google Docs has you covered. Voice search, RSS reader, easy access to Google services like GMail and Voice? Yeah, there's apps for those too.

This week, Google updated their mobile version of the app that brings all of those into one simple setup, Google Mobile. If you're not familiar with the application itself, it provides an easy to use interface that gives you voice search capabilities, and one click access to Google's other applications such as GMail, Voice, Sync, and more.

Included in the new updates for Windows Mobile are:

* My Location. Get local results without typing your location. Once you see the blue My Location dot with your current location below the search box, simply search for a local query, for example "italian restaurant", and the search results will contain local business results along with web results.

To protect your privacy, location is encrypted when sent to the server, and only your most recent location is stored so that successive searches can use the same location. You can disable My Location at any time in the "Advanced Options" screen.

* Google Suggest. Reduce typing time by selecting suggestions to complete your queries. You will also see URL suggestions, which bring you directly to a web page, skipping the search results page entirely. Try typing "facebook" to see this kind of suggestion.

* Search with Maps. If you have installed Google Maps, type a local query and wait for suggestions. Select the suggestion with the red pin next to it to launch your search inside Google Maps.


You can download the app from Google, here. ]]> Windows Mobile News MStrawder http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/google_mobile_app_for_windows_mobile_updated-114174/ Windows Mobile Store has Ability to Remotely Delete Apps From Devices http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/windows_mobile_store_has_ability_to_remotely_delete_apps_from_devices-114163-new/ Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:06:27 GMT I ran across an article about the upcoming Windows Marketplace app store for mobiles that gives me mixed feelings. They will have the ability, if an app is approved and downloaded/sold, but later pulled from the marketplace, to remotely wipe the app from every device that downloaded it. This is already done with books on Amazon's Kindle, but these are issues where copyrighted material have been released illegally. I'm not sure how I feel about them removing apps from a phone. I know that if the app presents a security risk to users, then this would be a good thing.....but what if they just decide they don't like it like Apple did with the google voice related apps on iTunes. At least Apple just pulls them from the store, but users lucky enough to get it can keep it. And what about premium apps, will there be refunds? This is not clear as of the article I read on electronista.

If the mobile application store for your device were to do this, would it make you less likely to get apps from them or even more drastic, would you switch platforms because of this. Do you agree with this practice or does it just not seem right to you?

via electronista ]]> Windows Mobile News azstar http://forums.pinstack.com/f230/windows_mobile_store_has_ability_to_remotely_delete_apps_from_devices-114163/