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| Tue Apr 22, 2008 10:03 am |
 There have been a lot of rumors in the past couple of months suggesting that a new device will be released by Palm this summer. From what I can gather, here is what can be expected:- Windows Mobile 6
- 320x320 Color Display
- EVDO
- Bluetooth 2.0
- 2.0 MP Camera
- Wi-Fi
- GPS
As that time gets closer, I am actually looking forward to getting my hands on it. Yes, I know that Palm has not really come out with anything revolutionary, but I have not used any of the latest Palm devices. I would like to see how the newer devices compare to the Treo 650 that I use to have, and with the expected features of the new device, it might be a good time to do so. |
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| Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:42 pm |
 I know there have not been a lot of updates to the web site since mid-2006. While I regret that I have not been able to update the site, Palm has not really done a lot in the past couple of years that really motivated to write anything about Palm or the Palm OS (now the Garnet OS).
However, I really hope that Palm is able to get back on track and really begin innovating again in the mobile space. While it appears that Apple and RIM have a lot of momentum in the mobile space, there is still plenty of room available for Palm to make some things happen.
Personally, I hope they plan on offering a lot of different options for mobile users. They need to deliver stylish products that are easy to use on an open platform that can provide solutions only limited by the developers' imaginations.
I know my suggestion is easy to make while executing it can be a totally different story, but here is wishing Palm the best in its efforts to regain the title in once had in the mobile space. Apple was able to come back, and I know the same opportunity is there for Palm. Palm, surprise us! |
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| Fri Jul 20, 2007 10:11 am |
 I would like to see an independent device, without the need for another computer. I want a mobile device running a mobile operating system that can handle all the major tasks that I perform on a daily basis which includes handling email, managing my schedule, managing my contacts, managing the list of things I need to do, jotting down a note, browsing the Internet, running a word processor, running a spreadsheet, running a presentation, running a database, watching movies, listening to music, burning data to a CD/DVD, connecting to a network, viewing PDF files, and reading books.
Now, I know the list of things is long, and there are some mobile devices that can already handle most, if not all of this. However, in many ways, current devices do them marginally well, or they still need to be connected to a computer in order to do some of them.
I basically want the capability of a laptop without the bulky peripherals (i.e. 15″ screen, full size keyboard, CD drive, etc.). However, it still needs to include basic mobile technology (i.e. screen, some form of input like current mobile devices, WiFi, Bluetooth, microphone, headphone jack, and memory card expansion). In addition, it needs to support an interface that would easily allow me to connect peripherals I need.
For a typical setup, I could imagine a docking station that was connected to a home network, a 19″ LCD monitor, a CD/DVD burner, a keyboard, and a mouse. You simply slide the mobile device into the docking station, and you are ready to go. In addition, you could have the same setup at work. Thus, you could easily go from home to work without transferring or synchronizing anything. Although more restrictive due to the device's input/output limitations, you could still access the information on the mobile device itself plus have the ability to connect to the Internet using WiFi or Bluetooth networking capabilities.
I could also imagine a “laptop” docking station that would be the same form factor of current laptops, but you could simply slide your mobile device into the “laptop” docking station for access to your information via a 15” LCD monitor and full-size keyboard along with all the other stuff that comes on a laptop.
I really think something like this would be viable because it would replace a lot of redundancy. It would be a true centralization of your data, and it would save a lot of time managing multiple devices. |
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| Tue Aug 01, 2006 11:59 pm |
 I just thought I would remind everyone about the Martin Fields Overlay Plus screen protectors. They are excellent screen protectors, not only for Palm devices, but for all sorts of mobile devices from cell phones to iPods. They are strong, durable, and fit like a glove. The visual clarity is outstanding. It is so clear that I sold one of my devices with the Martin Fields Overlay Plus installed, and the person installed a second screen protector not knowing one was already installed. When I called to let the person know there was a screen protector already installed, they did not believe me. I had to convince the person to take the second screen protector off to prove it. After removing the second screen protector, the person still could not believe there was one installed. After close examination, the person saw there actually was one installed. Of course, the person was highly impressed!
By the way, here is a review I published back in 2004 for the Martin Fields Overlay Plus Screen Protector. I highly recommend them for any device!
Review of the Martin Fields Overlay Plus Screen Protector |
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| Fri Jul 28, 2006 11:00 pm |
 Palm has just submitted their annual report to the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission). This document contains information such as a description of the business and risk factors pertaining to the business. To be honest, I cannot imagine having to read annual reports for a living. There is a lot of information in there, 138 pages worth. However, if you are interesting in knowing more about Palm, there is a lot of interesting information about their business.
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| Tue Jul 11, 2006 9:26 am |
 It appears a lot of Treo 700p users are having some issues with skipping with the bundled Pocket Tunes audio player. Thus, I decided to get in contact with NormSoft and find out more about it. They have always been very responsive to their customers. Unfortunately, I could not get much out of them on an official response. Here is their official statement...
"Palm engineering and Normsoft have been exploring the issue and we hope to have more information shortly."
However, there is a workaround to minimize some of the skipping. You can disable the pTunes preference to turn off the screen automatically. Then, you will have to use the power button to turn off the screen, but it should help minimize the skipping.
Hope this helps... |
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| Sat Jul 08, 2006 7:35 am |
 I really did not think that we would have to create a software compatibility list for the Palm Treo 700p. However, there appears to be other subtle differences that make the Palm Treo 700p a unique device. In addition, several users have asked if I was going to publish a compatibility list for the 700p. Thus, you are reading this note.
Why Palm continues to do this to developers, I really do not know. However, we have to turn to the developers and the Palm community to provide the answers.
With that said, if you have a Palm Treo 700p and have problems with a software title that seems to work fine for Treo 650, please let us know. Links to the software compatibility lists are found on the left side of the page. Thank you!
Palm Treo 700p Software Compatibility List
Forum to Discuss Specific Software Issues for the Palm Treo 700p |
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| Mon May 15, 2006 12:41 am |
It looks like Palm has put the rumors to an end by revealing their latest Palm OS device, the Palm Treo 700p. It includes dual-band CDMA 2000 EvDO radio, 128MB non-volatile memory (60MB user available), 2GB SD card support, Intel XScale 312 MHz processor, 320 x 320 color TFT Screen, Palm OS 5.4.9, 1.3-megapixel digital camera, and built-in Bluetooth 1.2.
"The release of this Palm OS based product on the latest high-speed network technology is music to the ears of our dedicated installed base of Palm OS customers and clear validation that we intend to continue to focus on multiple platforms for our solutions," said Ed Colligan, president and chief executive officer of Palm, Inc. "This flagship product - the second new smartphone Palm will introduce this calendar year -- offers our world-class usability combined with a smarter phone, wireless email, built-in browser, and rich media capabilities - all at blazing speeds on the EvDO network."
Pricing and availability for the Palm Treo 700p smartphone will be announced later by Sprint and Verizon Wireless.
Update: Added many reviews to the device page for the Palm 700p (July 17, 2006). Click following link:
More Links about Palm Treo 700p |
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