Ridata 32GB Compact Flash
Advanced Media, manufacturer and marketer of the Ridata brand of recordable DVD, flash media, electronic storage products, and digital accessories, has introduced a 32GB model to its 233x Lightning Series of CompactFlash cards. Proving size does matter in memory cards, it boasts one of the largest capacities, fastest transfer rates available in a CF card. It joins existing 233x Series models featuring 2GB-16GB storage capacities.
The new Ridata 32GB/233X CF card is an excellent choice for users of higher megapixel digital cameras. Its large 32GB capacity allows the user to store more photos, while virtually eliminating nagging wait time for data to record. Consumers are strongly urged to check the hardware device specifications to ensure the device used will work with higher capacity CF cards using the FAT32 file system.
RoadSync now available on Nokia
DataViz, provider of Office compatibility solutions, announced an agreement with Nokia to provide their Premium Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync solution, RoadSync to mobile consumers through Nokia's on-device Download! client. Through Nokia Download!, millions of Nokia S60 customers can now install a free trial of RoadSync, purchase RoadSync for $4.99 per month, which is a new subscription based offering, or purchase a non-expiring license for $29.99.
Embedded in millions of Nokia mobile phones worldwide, Nokia's on-device Download! client lets consumers in markets around the globe choose the latest in dynamic mobile content offerings and create their own unique, personalized handset experience on their Nokia device.
Based on the Exchange ActiveSync protocol licensed directly from Microsoft, RoadSync provides secure, wireless and direct "Push" synchronization of email, calendar, contacts and attachments with Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 and 2007. As a premium client, RoadSync also supports advanced productivity features such as subfolders, email flags, global address list look-up, server search, multiple font zooming options, SharePoint and UNC file access and more.
BlackBerry Bold smartphone
For customers seeking a smartphone that makes a bold statement, Research In Motion has introduced the BlackBerry Bold smartphone.
Crafted from premium materials, inside and out, that radiate elegance with a dramatic presence, the BlackBerry Bold is designed to give business professionals and power users unprecedented functionality and performance in an intuitive BlackBerry smartphone. It is the first BlackBerry smartphone to support tri-band HSDPA high-speed networks around the world and comes with integrated GPS and Wi-Fi, as well as a rich set of multimedia capabilities. From its lustrous black exterior, satin chrome finished frame and stylish leather-like backplate, to its stunning display, sophisticated user interface and newly designed full-QWERTY keyboard, the BlackBerry Bold smartphone is a symbol of accomplishment and aspiration.
Windows Live comes to BlackBerry
Microsoft and Research In Motion announced an agreement to provide Microsoft Windows Live services on BlackBerry smartphones. As a result of this collaboration, BlackBerry smartphone customers will enjoy easy mobile access to Windows Live Messenger and an enhanced level of integration between Windows Live Hotmail and the BlackBerry platform.
The integration of Windows Live services into the BlackBerry platform will allow customers who use Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger on their BlackBerry smartphone to benefit from the BlackBerry platform architecture with the ability to communicate in real-time using push technology, and offering an exceptional mobile communications experience. Customers will also be able to seamlessly access their Windows Live Hotmail and Windows Live Messenger account from their BlackBerry smartphone by simply entering their Windows Live email address and password once.
PC Mag auctions artist-designed laptops
PC Magazine has launched a cyber charityauction of nine HP laptops "redesigned" by top U.S. artists to benefit the National Cristina Foundation (NCF). Bidding will run through May 19 on eBay. Part of PC Magazine's 25th anniversary celebrations and "The Computerlicious Design Experience," the charity auction will help NCF provide computer equipment for the training of people in need. Underneath their new "outfits," the notebook PCs are the HP tx1000z, dv6500t, dv9500z and HP Dragon models. The designs range from metal, spray paint and patent leather to environmentally friendly and experimental materials.
Electric Pocket Ringo update
Electric Pocket has issued a new collection of fun SMS alerts available to users of its Ringo ringtone manager for Palm OS, Windows Mobile and BlackBerry devices. This free collection of "blips and bloops" make great message alert sounds and increases the choices available from the "default" options that come with phones.
Free Asus Eee PC
PowerupMobile.com is bundling a free Asus Eee PC laptop computer when customers sign up to T-Mobiles mobile broadband package. The Eee PC from ASUS is easy to use, portable and has most of the components of a regular laptop, including built in WiFi. Share photos of your travels without waiting till you get home, shop the web without attaching lines or wires, play relax and entertain on the go, the 2GB mini laptop is shock proof and power efficient so no need to worry about a short battery life.
iPhone coveted in Israel
In Tel Aviv's wholesale fashion headquarters, where textile merchants follow in the legacy of fathers and grandfathers, many Israelis are looking for the latest in tech fashion: the iPhone. Apple has yet to make its presence official in Israel. The company has limited its iPhone products to four markets: the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and France.
Z-Tov Ltd., the local mobile phone chain pays a 50 percent tax to import iPhones from outside the country, passing the expense along to customers. Still, as in other parts of the world, the iPhone has strong reception along Mediterranean shores.
Crystal protection for Asus Eee
Proporta is offering their Crystal Case for the Asus Eee PC Series. It is produced from the same material that is used to make protective eyewear, a durable and scratch resistant polycarbonate plastic.
Proporta now on Facebook
Proporta is known for wanting to stay in touch with their customers and are pleased to have launched a page on the social networking site, Facebook.
Friends of the Proporta Facebook page (we believe you can never have enough) can enjoy access to a special promotions area, the latest product reviews and sneak announcements of products not yet launched. Those joining the Proporta Facebook page will also be able to communicate with each other and Proporta directly.
To celebrate the launch of the page, Proporta are offering all their friends a 10% discount off all Proporta branded hardware. Simply enter the promotion code FRIENDSFOREVER at the cart page.
New article: Organize your day's notes with DayNotez
Natura's DayNotez (for Windows, Palm, and Pocket PC) is a replacement for the right-hand page of your planner, providing organization options and easy ways to access your information. But is it something to buy? Heather Wardell discusses a good program that has some strange problems.
Read this Computing Unplugged article.
Yahoo! Go 3.0 for Windows Mobile
The release of Yahoo Go 3 beta seems to indicate it is only compatible with Windows Mobile Standard for now. New features include: An integrated at-a-glance Yahoo screen, improved Yahoo oneSearch, prettier design and navigation, full-on widget support, with in-app widgets like MySpace and eBay.
Gifts for the geeky mom
No excuses for Mother's Day this year. Here are some suggestions for gear that will keep Mom smiling until next year.
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