Windows Mobile

Windows Mobile is a pared down version of Microsoft's popular Windows operating system on the PC.  It's designed to bring common features over from PCs to mobile phones to make the transition easier for those already familiar with basic Windows functions and navigation.

Things like the taskbar, Internet Explorer, and Windows Media Player make the jump to Windows Mobile, though in accordingly simplified fashion (i.e., designed to fit a smaller screen and touchscreen interface).  There's a Media Center edition of it, and special functions for use in automobiles are also available, depending on your hardware.

The OS originally debuted in 2000 as Pocket PC, and then after a few upgrades became known as Windows Mobile in 2003.  It continues to see support and improvements concurrent with advances in mobile technology, including features like Internet Connection Sharing.  This allows you to connect the Windows Mobile device to a standard computer via Bluetooth or a USB port, and then that computer can use the phone to attain Internet access.

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• iPhone Monopolizes Half of Global Mobile Data

  
  Gearlog — Authority: 730
  Numbers like this almost make you feel bad for AT&T; and its congested 3G network. According to a recent report by mobile advertising group, AdMob, the iPhone now accounts for half of the worlds mobile data traffic.In terms marketshare, the Apple mobile OS is third behind Symbian and BlackBerry (Windows Mobile ...
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• Swype vs QWERTY: FIGHT!!!!! [Smartphones]

  
  Gizmodo — Authority: 892
  QWERTY is pretty much the king of smartphone text input. But theres a new challenger on the horizon. Its called Swype, it works with one-hand input and, yeah, it is pretty fast. Yes, the first thing you may notice is that Swype technically uses a QWERTY layout. But instead of pushing each key individually, you drag ...
  5 hours ago

• FindMe by SMS- Get GPS Location Of Your Lost Windows Mobile By Sending SMS

  
  Mobile Tips and Tricks — Authority: 126
  FindMe by SMS is very interesting windows mobile app for free which enables its user to get GPS location of device by sending an sms to it. REQUIREMENTS : Windows Mobile Pocket PC 5 , 6 , 6.1 .NET Compact Framework 3.5 TAKE THE FOLLOWING 3 STEPS : Install FindMeSMS on the Windows Mobile phone to be ...
  5 hours ago

• 3GVision i-nigma 2D barcode Reader

  
  pocket pc software, windows mobile freeware, wm6.5 news — Authority: 545
  i-nigma barcode reader 3GVision i-nigma 2D barcode Reader is a pocket pc software for reading 2D barcodes via built-in camera. If successful, this program can read the following information: SMS message, telephone number, or a text, e-mail address or the url of a website. Download this Application © . Saijo ...
  5 hours ago

• Razorfone: Windows 7 & WPF-powered conceptual mobile retailing

  
  D' Technology Weblog — Authority: 547
  Razorfone , is a conceptual retail experience from Razorfish , that’s built on top of Windows 7 ’s multi-touch support and Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), for consumers looking to purchase mobile phones. Razorfone solution is focused around providing an experience where customers can learn about ...
  6 hours ago

• [ Concept ] Check out the new way to get information on the latest Windows Mobile devices

  
  pocket pc software, windows mobile freeware, wm6.5 news — Authority: 545
  Check out a new way for retail store to provide information on the latest Mobile devices. The all new Razorfone from Razorfish is built on top of Windows 7’s multi-touch support and Windows Presentation Foundation. This is still a concept , but boy does it look good istartedsomething.com © . Saijo for ...
  6 hours ago

• MobilityFlow Touch Commander v4.0.0.19.XScale | Free Pocket PC Software

  
  PimpThisBlog.com - Latest published stories — Authority: 466
  MobilityFlow Touch Commander v4.0.0.19new versionTouch Commander is a unique application for controlling PDA and smartphones by recognizing and responding to the touch and sweep of a finger across the screen.The "touchy-feely" effect provided by Touch Commander is much the same as the finger touch scrolling, browsing ...
  6 hours ago

• WunderRadio v1.5.1.321 pocket pc | Free Pocket PC Software

  
  PimpThisBlog.com - Latest published stories — Authority: 466
  WunderRadio v1.5.1.321Wunder Radio provides a quick and easy way to listen to thousands of streaming Internet radio stations and other audio streams on your Windows Mobile phone. Over 36,000 radio stations on your Phone!Download to PC ClickshereAlternate file here
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• ShootMe! v2.6 pocket pc | Free Pocket PC Software

  
  PimpThisBlog.com - Latest published stories — Authority: 466
  ShootMe! v2.6ShootMe! is a funny app/game for Windows Mobile devices that simulates several weapons/gadgets using your phones built-in accelerometer/g-sensor or touchscreen.ShootMe! is a funny app/game for Windows Mobile devices that simulates several weapons/gadgets using your phones built-in accelerometer/g-sensor ...
  6 hours ago

• Opera Mobile 10 Beta Released for Windows Mobile Phones - Scooopy

  
  PimpThisBlog.com - Latest published stories — Authority: 466
  This version for Windows Mobile users elevates mobile browsing to a desktop-like experience, helping people to search, socialize and stay connected while on-the-go.The Opera Mobile 10 beta for Windows Mobile looks and feels similar to the Opera 10 desktop browser and Opera Mini 5 beta. Opera is creating more cohesion ...
  6 hours ago

• Opera Mobile 10 beta for Windows Mobile phones | Free Pocket PC Software

  
  PimpThisBlog.com - Latest published stories — Authority: 466
  Opera Mobile 10 beta for Windows Mobile phones (17/11/2009)Touchscreen & keypadThe user interface has been designed with both touchscreen and keypad-style mobile phones in mind. With a touchscreen phone, you can enjoy even easier navigation with our new adaptive zoom feature, kinetic scrolling, and visual tab ...
  6 hours ago

• iWindowsMobile Communication Suite v2.0 - SymbianPinoy® Resources - Mobile and PC Resources Online Community [del.icio.us]

  
  SymbianPinoy Resources — Authority: 179
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• Microsoft My Phone Video Preview

  
  MobileTopSoft news board — Authority: 527
  Found under: Windows Mobile , Microsoft , My Phone , Video , We mentioned the new version of Microsoft My Phone yesterday and now we have shoot a video preview to view what we talked about. We show how it syncs how to store your phones location and sharing of photos via social networks. Check out the video ...
  8 hours ago

• Microsoft My Phone Video Preview

  
  TOYS and GADGETs | News | Reviews | Videos — Authority: 170
  Found under: Windows Mobile , Microsoft , My Phone , Video , We mentioned the new version of Microsoft My Phone yesterday and now we have shoot a video preview to view what we talked about. We show how it syncs how to store your phones location and sharing of photos via social networks. Check out the video ...
  8 hours ago

• 3 solid reason why Windows Mobile is better than Android

  
  pocket pc software, windows mobile freeware, wm6.5 news — Authority: 545
  windows mobile vs android James Kendrick from jkontherun.com posted an interesting article today. He compared various aspects of Android and Windows Mobile and guess which one came on top. Features Compared include : Multi-tasking Available apps User interface Computer desktop integration © . Saijo ...
  8 hours ago

• HTC HD2 launching on the 27th of November!

  
  The UK Mobile Phone Blog — Authority: 133
  The wait is nearly over; the HTC HD2 is set to launch on Friday the 27th of November. Having suffered more delays than your average international airport, there’s finally light at the end of what has felt like a very long tunnel. Available to pre-order now, reserve yours to avoid disappointment. One look at the ...
  9 hours ago

• Mobile, Search & Social Round Up

  
  Digital Marketing Blog | Cybercom, The Digital Marketing People — Authority: 126
  The digital media landscape is a rapidly, ever-changing place, where new platforms rise and fall and the public’s usage can shift overnight. Considering just how quickly the different media channels can change, we decided to do a brief catch up on what’s going on right now. Big news in the mobile world has come ...
  9 hours ago

• HTC HD2 Now Available From O2

  
  UK Gadget and Tech News, Reviews and Shopping — Authority: 547
  Vodafone managed to get the new HD2 smartphone from HTC on sale a week ago, but if you want to go with O2 then this new Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphone is now on sale from today. The HD2 is special in a number of ways including the fact that it has a 4.3 inch screen (compared to the 3.5 inch of an iPhone) and a 1Ghz ...
  10 hours ago

• Windows Mobile vs. Android - Victory for Windows Mobile!

  
  MobileTopSoft news board — Authority: 527
  Found under: Windows Mobile , Android , Compare , Windows Mobile has recently been kicked off by Apples and Googles operating systems. Here is interesting comparison article by James Kendrick of jkOnTheRun which focuses on several features on the two platforms and Kendrick finds that Windows Mobile beat out ...
  10 hours ago

• Windows Mobile vs. Android - Victory for Windows Mobile!

  
  TOYS and GADGETs | News | Reviews | Videos — Authority: 170
  Found under: Windows Mobile , Android , Compare , Windows Mobile has recently been kicked off by Apples and Googles operating systems. Here is interesting comparison article by James Kendrick of jkOnTheRun which focuses on several features on the two platforms and Kendrick finds that Windows Mobile beat out ...
  10 hours ago

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