The Handhelds blog

January 20, 2003 12:00 PM ET

Computerworld - News on the security front
The Wireless News Factor is reporting that chipmaker AMD is releasing a "new flash memory technology designed to frustrate signal thieves and prevent fraudulent call billing."

RIM's 3G Blackberry makes its US debut
Research in Motion (RIM) has released its voice-enabled handheld – Blackberry 6750 – for U.S. customers. A story on Internetnews.com has all the details.

Mobile data deployments can generate ROI
WirelessNewsFactor.com has a story on an Aberdeen Group study that found that handheld deployments can help companies cut costs and reach ROI in some cases.

Handhelds.org
This is a Web site not a story, but I couldn't resist adding it to the blog just because I thought it was interesting. The site bills itself as being "to encourage and facilitate the creation of open source software for use on handheld and wearable computers." Take a look.

The case against Microsoft
John Lettice writes in the Register about how Palm intends to thwart Microsoft's attempt to gain a foothold in the handheld market.

Meanwhile, here's a couple of Linux machines
Here's a quick thumbnail on a couple of Linux-based PDAs just released by Sharp.

Recommend Digg Twitter ShareThis

Email Print Send Feedback Reprints

Jump to comments

Mobile/Wireless

Additional Resources

Xerox

Win a color printer!

By using solid ink technology only from Xerox, you could save up to 65% by printing color for the cost of black and white. Enter for a chance to WIN a PhaserTM 8860 network color printer!

Microsoft

Upgrade to Internet Explorer 8 today.

Save time and mitigate security risk. Deploy it now.

Sybase

NEXT-GENERATION MOBILITY PLATFORMS

In this white paper, IDC analyzes the role of next-generation mobile enterprise platforms as organizations seek a more strategic deployment of mobile solutions.

Learn the important issues you must consider before starting your next mobility initiative. Get your mobility white paper from IDC now, compliments of Sybase.

White Papers & Webcasts

Windows Phones and Unified Communications
For more information download this white paper today

How Computrace Tracks and Secures Laptops
View this flash demo to see Absolute in action.

Notebook And Netbook Adoption In The Enterprise
Download Now

Managing Laptops Outside the Office
Learn how you can reduce costs by tracking mobile computers no matter where they are located.

Drive Down Enterprise Mobility Costs
Learn to empower your mobile workforce while simplifying mobility management and controlling costs.

4G Ahead Video Program
Uncover the features and benefits of the two leading 4G technologies for enterprises considering future deployment.

Lower 3G Bills & Increase Availability with Wi-Fi
Discover how to address the increased complexity, security and cost issues associated with supporting smartphones in an organization.

Complimentary Webcast: Taking a Strategic Approach to Enterprise Mobility
Download This Webcast Today!

Top 10 Lessons Learned for 3G Mobile Broadband Deployments
Read about the lessons and best practices experienced by companies that have deployed mobile broadband to their workforce.

What Are 'Free' Remote Support Tools Really Costing You?
View this webinar's live broadcast on June 11th at 2 PM EST!

All White Papers | All Webcasts