Windows Mobile 6: upgrade strategy statement
Microsoft recently unveiled Windows Mobile® 6, which offers improved usability and more PC-like functionality than previously available. Enhancements include the ability to view emails in rich HTML format, and to manage emails quickly and easily through new shortcuts and new calendar views.
The HTC S710 is one of the first Windows Mobile® 6 devices to ship, and will be followed by a range of products based on the new operating system in the coming months. HTC is also offering WM6 upgrades for the most popular devices in its current range.
This includes recently launched “messaging” products, which will enjoy the greatest benefits of Windows Mobile 6, such as the HTC Advantage, the HTC TyTN, the HTC S620, and the HTC P4350.
The upgrade will also be available for the award-winning HTC P3300, plus some of our operator-branded devices. The upgrades will be rolled out from June, in line with our operator partners’ strategies.
You’ll be able to find the latest releases as they’re made available at: http://downloads.europe.htc.com
For more information on Windows Mobile 6 please click here
Addition : O2 UK are also looking to follow suit with Windows Mobile 6 upgrades available for the XDA Trion and XDA Orbit soon - This upgrade for O2 handsets has already been released by O2 Germany.
Update 2/7/7 : The June launch failed to appear - HTC have provisionally given the dates below
- (X7500/Advantage) - Middle of September
- (S620) - Middle of September
- (TyTN) - End of July
- (P4350) - End of July
These updates will require Registration (at http://europe.htc.com ), and will be only available for genuine HTC branded products.
Labels: HTC, Microsoft, upgrade
Motorola Q9h announced
Motorola introduces its newest QWERTY, the MOTO Q™ 9h Windows Mobile® 6 Standard.
This sleek and robust device is packed with power, functionality and offers a cool design that satisfies the appetite of gadget lovers, business professionals and even fashion conscious consumers. The MOTO Q™ 9h is more than just a device — it’s a statement of power and personality. Its precise and compelling form factor highlights the devices’ visual appeal and feel. Within its lean form lies High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) technology for lightening fast speed and immediate downloading capabilities. The MOTO Q™ 9h offers a host of features such as access to corporate and personal. Personal and Corporate Microsoft Exchange instant messaging are also viewable from the home screen.¹ With advanced imaging, music functionality, integrated stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology and ample memory, the MOTO Q™ 9h is a mobile revolution at your fingertips!
Release dates TBA
Labels: HSDPA, Motorola, Q, RIM, Windows Mobile
The Blackberry 8300 - Codenamed Daytona now known as "The Curve" has been launched by Research In Motion.
The marketing website at http://www.blackberrycurve.com has been released and details of UK network providers will be available shortly.
This handset brings a QWERTY keyboard with the included 'Pearl' navigation system popular in the 8100 and 8800 handsets released earlier this year, as well as the included 2 megapixel camera.
Main Features
* Phone, email, text messaging (SMS and MMS), browser, instant messaging and organizer applications in a single smartphone
* 2 megapixel camera with built-in flash
* Next-generation media player with audio and video playback in a variety of formats*
* High capacity battery
* Preloaded with BlackBerry® Maps application**
* Trackball navigation system
* Dynamic, highly responsive experience when viewing attachments and graphics, browsing the web and running applications
* Full QWERTY keyboard
* Bluetooth® headset, hands-free and serial port profiles supported
* High resolution LCD screen with light sensing technology
* Polyphonic and MP3 ringtones
* 64 MB of memory and expandable memory via microSD card***
* Quad-band support for 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM™/GPRS and EDGE**** networks
Labels: Blackberry, Blackberry 8800, Curve, Pearl, RIM
