BlackBerry Bold 9000 - The inside scoop

By:Mark Malone

The BlackBerry 9000 surprises. The new 9000 is elegant, sleek and provides unmatched functionality for business while making simply daily tasks a snap with more features than ever.

The new BlackBerry 9000 supports the latest in communication technologies such as HSDPA high-speed networks. It of course supports WI-Fi as would be expected and boasts built in GPS capabilities and several multimedia features.

With a satin chrome frame, black casing and leatherette backplate the BlackBerry 9000 shouts style and professionalism. A newly designed full keyboard makes the new BlackBerry Bold smartphone easier than ever to use.

The BlackBerry 9000 in particular is better than ever before. The HSDPA support and 802.11 a/b/g Wi-fi capabilities mean one thing for streaming video, loading web pages and downloading email attachments: speed. With a processor of 624MHz, two times that of the cousin curve, it outperforms any other handheld device on the market. It also features 128MB flash memory and

1GB onboard memory. A microSD/SDHC slot allows the user to add even more memory if desired. As you’d come to expect from Blackberry you get great applications like email, web browsing, an organizer and great messaging capabilities.

Some are calling the BlackBerry 9000s display panel the best ever seen on a mobile device: 480×320 half VGA resolution! This is a color LCD which is actually fused to the lens, meaning unparalleled image quality. Pictures are sharp and lifelike, videos play just as smoothly as on your PC and documents, messages and webpages are sharp and readable.

This incredible display quality combined with the latest generation of browser, the BlackBerry 9000 is made for the web. The trackball fills the functionality of a mouse, allows zooming on portions of web pages and the BlackBerry 9000 also allows users to decide whether they see the full website content or mobile version of a page, if available. Downloading attachments is now supported with the updated browser and streaming video using RTSP standards.

Not only for the business professional, the BlackBerry 9000 can perform numerous entertainment duties as well. You can now record video with the 2meg camera with 5 times zoom and flash. Watch photos, sideshows and movies in full screen mode with the new media player! The headsets speakers provide a surprisingly rich, full sound and the BlackBerry 9000 even has equalization software for when it is plugged into external speakers or headphones. The EQ has 11 presets designed for different styles of music to get just the right sound.

Managing music and video files is breeze with the Roxio media manager included in the BlackBerry Desktop Manager suite. Also included is Roxio Photosuite 9 LE, allowing the user to create photo albums, even enhance photos instantly. You can sync your iTunes collection with the new BlackBerry Media Sync application.0 support means you can transfer files form your PC to your BlackBerry Bold smartphone in a flash.

Another great feature is the integrated GPS, which can be used even while making a call. The BlackBerry Bold can tell you exactly where you are and with the BlackBerry Maps application, can tell you how to get where you’re going too.

State of the art acoustic design has gone into the BlackBerry 9000, giving the receiver a larger audio “sweet spot"; this means greater clarity for your calls. Voice Activated Dialing is also included, as is Bluetoth 2.0 support which makes for truly hands off operation.

A host of convenient extras are includes, such as a travel charger, carrying case, stereo headset and USB interface cable. BlackBerry 9000 users can personalize their phones with backplates of different colors. With a rechargeable 1500 mAhr battery you get 5 hours of talk time and 13 days of standby.

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Small Notebook Computers: Who Are They For And How Do They Compare To Desktops?

Julie Peterson

Small Notebook Computers are Becoming Increasingly Common

Small notebook computers are the must-have accessory for many college students and business people today. They look cool and are very useful at the same time. Nowadays, many houses are not replete without a mobile wireless notebook computer or two that can be taken all over the house for gaming, homework, email, and even TV and DVD watching. The new influx of smaller notebook computers makes all this easier in that everyone has less weight to tote around. We have learned with cell phones that smaller is not always better, so it is important to know whether or not the small notebook computer you are buying will be able to function in the capacities you require.

In addition, small notebook computers are ideal for those who travel and need to bring their computers with them. A small notebook computer's edge in both small size and low weight makes it the perfect fit for supreme ease of portability.

Small Notebook Computers Are Smaller and Lighter

To make their overall size smaller, it stands to reason that the components of small notebook computers are much smaller than their desktop or even regular laptop counterparts. Many small notebook computers come with LCD screens that range from ten to eleven inches, although some have screens even smaller than this. Thickness is another factor in a small notebook computer's overall small-ness. Thicknesses of less than one inch are common in today's small notebook computer market, which is seeing greater demand than ever.

Many value or desire small notebook computers not only because of their diminutive size, but also because of their significantly lighter weight as compared to regular laptop computers. Small notebook computers tend to range between five and seven pounds, although the lightest model weighs in at a mere three pounds.

Things to Keep in Mind when Considering a Small Notebook Computer

If you are wavering between a small laptop computer and handheld devices such as phones or MP3 players that offer some of their capabilities, keep in mind that screen resolution is far better on computers. This makes browsing the internet, keeping up with email and the like much easier, and in the long run will save you both time and energy.

However, remember that although they are smaller and lighter weight than other laptops, carrying around a small notebook computer still adds weight to your load, especially if you also carry an adapter or an extra battery along with it. In addition, because everything about them is small and light, small notebooks tend to be more fragile than other laptop computers. Also keep in mind that working on a small notebook computer, though vastly easier than trying to perform similar tasks on handheld devices is not quite as convenient as doing them on their larger laptop cousins.

It's good to know, though, that what small notebook computers may have to sacrifice in durability and ease of use, they make up for in keeping pace with other computers' hard drive capacities: small notebook computers come with hard drives of 160GB or more. In addition, making sure your small notebook computer is equipped with Bluetooth technology will assure that you're ready for up-and-coming technology.

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The PDA: Not A PC Replacement...Yet

by: Steve Bralovich

Personal organizers or PDAs are not yet handheld microcomputers, but they've been utilized by a lot of people over the past few years. Personal digital assistants are known as pocket pc devices or palmtop PDAs. They have umpteen uses including: mathematical calculations, use as a clock with calendar functions, surfing the Web, sending and receiving netmail, video uses, typing and word processing, address book functionality, constructing and compiling spreadsheets, interpreting bar codes, listening to radio programs or stereo music listening, playing video game*, poll results entries, and Global Positioning System functions. More contemporary PDAs also have color displays, MP3 audio and telephone capabilities, allowing for them to be applied as mobile phones (smartphones), online browsers, and portable media players. Many now also feature cameras that can shoot pictures which can then be sent via email to Flickr and mySpace accounts. Practically all later PDAs can browse the Net, intranets or extranets via wireless local area network, or Wireless Wide-Area Networks .Almost all PDA's use touch screen displays excepting Smartphones which depend on keypad menu systems ascribable to their more diminutive display screens.

PDA's Past

The term "personal data assistant" was first used on Jan 7th, 1992 by then Apple Computer Chief Executive Officer John Sculley at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, concerning the Apple Newton.

PDAs are occasionally denoted as "Palms", "Palm Pilots" or "Palm Tops" so-named after an early personal digital assistant produced by USR and Palm Inc called the "Palm Pilot". Today however, the term is much more encompassing and includes a very diverse range of products developed by a host of many manufacturers including HP, Dell, Blackberry and Sharp to name a few.

Characteristic capabilities

Presently, a regular PDA has a touch screen for data entry, a memory card slot for data storage and at the least one of the following for device-todevice communication: IrDA, Bluetooth and/or WiFi. Even so, many personal digital assistants (commonly those used chiefly as cell phones) may not possess a touch screen, instead using softkeys, a directional pad (d-pad) and either the numeric keypad or a thumb operated keyboard for idata nput.

In order to meet the PDA definition, standard software should include an appointment calendar, a task list, an address book for business and personal contacts and some kind of notes program. Internet connected PDAs also usually include E-mail and Web support.Most units also include memo recording software for audio notes. Very handy for remembering important details.

Not Quite A Laptop Replacement...Yet

Possibly, to a higher degree than any other computer device, the personal digital assistant lacks the raw computing horsepower and Wireless Broadband capabilities of a desktop or notebook computer. Presently, costs of laptop computers are coming down. Although a good deal bigger in size, laptop computers have more full-size screens and keyboards and are have greater computing power.

However, the OQO Model 2 has been brought out in recent times as a fully desktop PC compatible PDA with a USB port so that people can use their normal work and business software or play computer games compatible with ubiquitous operating systems such as Windows XP. It can also connect to regular PC peripherals. Costs still have a way to fall prior to mass adoption takes place in the market but OQO is no longer the exclusive manufacturer of these types of units, so costs should fall possibly within the next few years.

Conclusion

The PDAs strength is that it is easy to transport and less bulky than full-sized computers.It slides easily into a dress shirt or trousers pocket. The additional features like cameras, Global Positioning System, telephony and MP3 player make it flexible unlike any other type of computers in the market.

A lot of people simply don't need full desktop features while actively on the go. As long as they can access their information and sync their data to a full-sized computer when they arrive at their homes and offices, that's really all they need and want to do. So at least in the short run, the PDA will most likely remain as a portable helper for millions of users for years to come.

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The writer has served as a Pocket PC software developer for over 5 years. He runs a weekly web log that addresses all areas of mobile computing including personal digital assistants. To view videos and read more info about PDAs, Smartphones and other associated devices visit: http://pdatoday.blogspot.com

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The PDA: Not A PC Replacement...Yet

by: Steve Bralovich

Personal organizers or PDAs are not yet handheld microcomputers, but they've been utilized by a lot of people over the past few years. Personal digital assistants are known as pocket pc devices or palmtop PDAs. They have umpteen uses including: mathematical calculations, use as a clock with calendar functions, surfing the Web, sending and receiving netmail, video uses, typing and word processing, address book functionality, constructing and compiling spreadsheets, interpreting bar codes, listening to radio programs or stereo music listening, playing video game*, poll results entries, and Global Positioning System functions. More contemporary PDAs also have color displays, MP3 audio and telephone capabilities, allowing for them to be applied as mobile phones (smartphones), online browsers, and portable media players. Many now also feature cameras that can shoot pictures which can then be sent via email to Flickr and mySpace accounts. Practically all later PDAs can browse the Net, intranets or extranets via wireless local area network, or Wireless Wide-Area Networks .Almost all PDA's use touch screen displays excepting Smartphones which depend on keypad menu systems ascribable to their more diminutive display screens.

PDA's Past

The term "personal data assistant" was first used on Jan 7th, 1992 by then Apple Computer Chief Executive Officer John Sculley at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, concerning the Apple Newton.

PDAs are occasionally denoted as "Palms", "Palm Pilots" or "Palm Tops" so-named after an early personal digital assistant produced by USR and Palm Inc called the "Palm Pilot". Today however, the term is much more encompassing and includes a very diverse range of products developed by a host of many manufacturers including HP, Dell, Blackberry and Sharp to name a few.

.Characteristic capabilities

Presently, a regular PDA has a touch screen for data entry, a memory card slot for data storage and at the least one of the following for device-todevice communication: IrDA, Bluetooth and/or WiFi. Even so, many personal digital assistants (commonly those used chiefly as cell phones) may not possess a touch screen, instead using softkeys, a directional pad (d-pad) and either the numeric keypad or a thumb operated keyboard for idata nput.

In order to meet the PDA definition, standard software should include an appointment calendar, a task list, an address book for business and personal contacts and some kind of notes program. Internet connected PDAs also usually include E-mail and Web support.Most units also include memo recording software for audio notes. Very handy for remembering important details.

Not Quite A Laptop Replacement...Yet

Possibly, to a higher degree than any other computer device, the personal digital assistant lacks the raw computing horsepower and Wireless Broadband capabilities of a desktop or notebook computer. Presently, costs of laptop computers are coming down. Although a good deal bigger in size, laptop computers have more full-size screens and keyboards and are have greater computing power.

However, the OQO Model 2 has been brought out in recent times as a fully desktop PC compatible PDA with a USB port so that people can use their normal work and business software or play computer games compatible with ubiquitous operating systems such as Windows XP. It can also connect to regular PC peripherals. Costs still have a way to fall prior to mass adoption takes place in the market but OQO is no longer the exclusive manufacturer of these types of units, so costs should fall possibly within the next few years.

Conclusion

The PDAs strength is that it is easy to transport and less bulky than full-sized computers.It slides easily into a dress shirt or trousers pocket. The additional features like cameras, Global Positioning System, telephony and MP3 player make it flexible unlike any other type of computers in the market.

A lot of people simply don't need full desktop features while actively on the go. As long as they can access their information and sync their data to a full-sized computer when they arrive at their homes and offices, that's really all they need and want to do. So at least in the short run, the PDA will most likely remain as a portable helper for millions of users for years to come.

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The writer has served as a Pocket PC software developer for over 5 years. He runs a weekly web log that addresses all areas of mobile computing including personal digital assistants. To view videos and read more info about PDAs, Smartphones and other associated devices visit: http://pdatoday.blogspot.com

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GPS Handheld Devices - Breakthrough Technologies Give You a Path From a Higher Power Right In The Palm Of Your Hand

By: Korbin Newlyn

A GPS or Global Positioning System was in the beginning produced and controlled by the U.S. Department of Defense. Prior to it being utilized for commercial-grade reasons, the satellite system was utilized by the military for day-and-night navigation for earth, sea and air operations. As the GPS became extensively utilized for commercial purposes, its operations extended to allow for surveillance and movement of individuals, map making, forestry, mineral exploration, tracking down of endangered wildlife in their natural habitation and much more.

In the beginning, the Global Positioning System functioned on prominent computer systems but finally; it has developed into something more pocket-sized - the handheld GPS. The beneficial news about the handheld GPS is that it operates just like the GPS in more elaborate devices and it give the the user the ability to produce information anywhere and anytime he or she may choose. Handheld GPS have now earned such a following that there are numerous individuals all over the world that invariably depend upon the handheld GPS to assist them in navigating across the earth and find places which are even outside the navigation and location discovery ability in just the recent past.

Popular Handheld GPS Models

There are numerous handheld GPS models that are accessible in the market today. One of the more popular models of handheld GPS is the Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx, which is believed as the quickest when it comes in locking in to satellites. This handheld GPS is outfitted with a 2.6 inch color screen, a barometric measuring device, an electronic compass and an extra Geocaching menu. Nonetheless, despite the fact that this handheld device is filled with many functions, it merely weighs around seven ounces and could last for roughly 18 hours utilizing two AA batteries. The Garmin GPS is rubberized and is water resistant. If you aim to wade or swim on your journey, you could rely on this handheld GPS to come through.

The other well known handheld GPS is the Magellan eXplorist XL. This handheld GPS is features a 3.5 inch color screen which can still be viewable when subjected to sunlight. The big screen of the Magellan would give you a benefit when watching the maps and acquiring the data you need. Even so, the downside of the Magellan GPS is that unlike the Garmin GPS, it does not feature an altimeter or electronic compass. This handheld GPS also weighs approximately 12 ounces, which is quite heavy in comparison to the Garmin. The battery life of the Magellan is around 15 hours with the usage of four AA batteries.

GPS or Global Positioning Satellite technology was once the exclusive province of the United States Government. That has drastically changed in recent years. Read on to learn more.

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10 Convincing Reasons To Buy A PSP

by Barry Allen

1. You can sync music and create a personal choice movie library to be enjoyed on the PSP. Of course, you will need syncing and encoding tools like PSPWare or iPSP.

2. You will be able to read text files on the PSP in case you get stuck in a game. Text documents need to be converted to JPEG images.

3. Comics and magazines are just a click away. Many comic books and magazines are PSP optimized.

4. A PSP is video friendly and many outlets are now stocking PSP formatted videos.

5. Music unlimited is what a PSP offers. It is your own personal carry around juke box.

6. Games are what it is designed for and you can play multi-player games via the Internet. By using a global gaming network, games can be played with owners of Xbox, play station 2, game cube, and others. It takes gaming to a whole new level.

7. Listen to wireless reports. And use the PSP as a wireless scanner.

8. If you are an avid gamer the PSP is a hand held device that will make your dreams come true. The buttons are well placed and sized such that small or large fingers can play with ease. 9. Responsive controls and excellent graphics bring the games alive and the number of games that can be played is amazing.

10. A potable and holistic multimedia device, the PSP has a memory stick duo card that facilitates storage of music, photos, video files, and a port for downloading multi-media files.

The ultimate gamer the PSP has a 333MHz processor, a 32 MB installed RAM, and a 4 MB cache. The UMDs discs that store the games have a 1.8GB storage capacity. The battery gives about five hours of game play at the brightest screen setting. The PSP never goes out of date as you can connect wireless to the internet and select network update. The PSP will scan the entire World Wide Web and apply the latest patches.

The PSP weighs just 280 grams and can be carried around in any pocket or purse. However it needs a protective case and great care. If its excitement and innovation that you like, the PSP is a great choice. Built for gaming, it goes miles ahead offering complete multimedia excitement.

About the Author

Barry Allen is a freelance writer for http://www.1888freeonlinegames.com/, the premier website to play thousands of free online games including arcade games, action games, card games, flash games, strategy games, puzzle games and more. He also freelances for the premier REVENUE SHARING discussion forum for Online Game Site http://www.1888discuss.com/online-games/f-latest-games-3.html

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