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I just heard from a jkOnTheRun reader who has pre-ordered an OQO Model 02 from Dynamism and was told of shipping delays by OQO.  Here’s the quoted shipping estimates for the various models: Windows XP (any version Home, Pro, or Tablet) with NO integrated wireless … Read More »

I have been chronicling my experience running Vista on the Fujitsu P1610 since I went totally Vista a few weeks back.  The only remaining issue I have is the SigmaTel Audio drivers that Fujitsu posted as soon as Vista was released publicly.  I still have … Read More »

 
 

Spb Mobile DVD 2.0 announced

Those prolific developers at Spb announced the next version of Spb Mobile DVD at the 3GSM show and this new version adds something I’ve not seen in any video converter designed to rip DVDs to a format suitable for small screens.  According to Spb the new … Read More »

Ever since I was a kid (no, not THAT long ago) the image of Dick Tracy in the comic books using his cool wrist watch communicator has been lurking in the back of my mind.  There’s just something about talking to someone on a watch … Read More »

Long-time industry analyst Michael Gartenberg has been keeping us informed about technology issues while working with Jupiter Research.  I had the pleasure of meeting Michael late last year at a conference in Boston and found him to be a witty, charming and knowledgeable fellow with interesting … Read More »

Texas Instruments, maker of the OMAP3430 video chipset, showed the first hi-definition (720p) video playback on a mobile phone at the 3GSM show in Barcelona.  The chipset will handle up to XGA video but you have to admit it’s pretty cool to be able to … Read More »

YouTube going mobile?

Those clever folks at Download Squad have done some snooping about and discovered a web page that isn’t functional yet but points to a new YouTube ToGo site in the works.  This makes perfect sense with YouTube already signing deals with some wireless … Read More »

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You may have wondered where I was yesterday, I know Kevin sure must have.  Truth is my daughter, son-in-law and Grandbaby Grady arrived in Houston yesterday for a short visit and needless to say I have been enjoying the visit.  They live up north and I … Read More »

This is just too cool to pass over.  I-Mate announced no fewer than 5 “Ultimate” phones running Windows Mobile 6 and eWeek is reporting that the 5 phones are Vista SideShow devices.  This is extremely innovative as it means the phones, the 5150, 5150, 7150, … Read More »

I know, this week has been covered with news about the new version of Windows Mobile.  So you owners of Windows Mobile 2003, 2003SE or 5.0 don’t feel left out, Microsoft has released an important update that you should apply to your device as soon … Read More »

The device announcements coming out of 3GSM just keep on coming with new Windows Mobile 6 devices being announced by Lenovo, Samsung and HP.  We’ll get full details when available but for now just feast your eyes on these nice designs: Read More »

Toshiba has announced a new Windows Mobile 6 equipped device that will make Kevin cry when he sees it.  The Portege G900 is very reminiscent of the Toshiba e800 that both Kevin and I used for quite some time except this new device has a slide-out … Read More »

Details about the next version of the Windows Mobile operating system appeared everywhere last week but today Microsoft officially launched Windows Mobile 6 at the 3GSM trade show in Barcelona.  The launch … Read More »

T-Mobile has announced their uber-popular Dash Smartphone will be released soon with Windows Mobile 6.  This is sure to make Kevin cry since he just recently picked up a Dash with WM5.  The new Dash looks to be very similar to the current model but … Read More »

Big shout out to Rob Bushway of GottaBeMobile for finding our Freeware of the Moment, sTablauncher. This low footprint utility sits at the top or bottom of the screen (your choice) and extends when you either hover the cursor over it or tap one … Read More »

It seems that every software company wants to help me keep my programs up-to-date and installs a program that runs when the system first boots, called an auto-updater.  No doubt it is easier for them to make sure I am always running the latest version of … Read More »

I saw this on Jason Calacanis’ blog, the Piaggio MP3, a unique scooter with two wheels in the front which according to the firm and this video allows tighter cornering.  The MP3 will do 80 mph so it’s not shabby in that department, … Read More »

I have been using the Fujitsu P1610 for a whole week since upgrading to Vista and by the number of questions I am getting via email a lot of P1610 owners are wondering how my use in the field is coming along.  Here then is my … Read More »

Eli Lilly is set to launch the Huma-Pen Memoir in the US for diabetics who are insulin-dependent.  The Huma-Pen is the size of a fountain pen but contains a syringe and insulin cartridges for easy insulin dispensing.  What makes the Huma-Pen so potentially useful is how … Read More »

Microsoft was all set to launch the next generation of the Windows Mobile OS in a few days but have unexpectedly lifted the embargo prior to the official announcement.  Major Windows Mobile enthusiast sites have jumped at the chance to tell us their impressions of … Read More »

I just spent the most enjoyable 3 hours I’ve spent in a good while sitting down in a Starbucks and geeking out with T Lewis.  T is the cartoonist responsible for bringing us the great comic strip Over the Hedge with his collaborator Michael Fry.  … Read More »

We are getting a lot of visitors from Slashdot or BoingBoing, both of which picked up Kevin’s post about the iPhotoMEASURE software.  If you are coming here from Slashdot and BoingBoing we hope you’ll take a moment to sit back and visit a … Read More »

That’s the message coming from NYC Senator Carl Kruger who is supposedly readying legislature to ban the use of electronic devices like cell phones and MP3 players while crossing the street in NYC and other big cities in New York.  The proposed legislature is in response … Read More »

This just in from Gail Levy at TabletKiosk.  TK is launching the Sahara Slate PC i400 series that feature both active digitizers and touch screens.  There are three models of the new Sahara slates: Sahara Slate PC i412T is the entry level touch screen model featuring … Read More »

This past week has been an interesting one for jkOnTheRun, at least while Vista issues weren’t dominating my time.  It’s been interesting because we found out that the founder of Planet Ark, a rock star, and now a UK soap opera star … Read More »

The Beijing Peace East Development company is set to introduce the H9, a UMPC-like device running Linux.  The H9 is an interesting device as the processor is an Intel PXA270 running at 520 MHz, a processor normally found in Windows Mobile devices.  The H9 will … Read More »

Hugo Ortega is everywhere shooting videos it seems, and his latest endeavor has him sitting down with the keyboardist for the rock group Scissor Sisters, currently touring Australia.  John Garden uses a Samsung Q1 UMPC and explains why the mobility factor was the deciding factor for … Read More »

I am sure I am just missing it but does anyone know where the snipping tool is in Vista?  I can’t find it anywhere and I miss it.  Read More »

When we last left our intrepid hero he was fresh from a four day period of wrestling with a Vista upgrade on his Fujitsu P1610 Tablet PC.  After hours of wasted effort with a bad upgrade install, our hero performed an inline clean install to … Read More »

I’m not the only one who had a messed up machine when I tried to upgrade my P1610 to Vista, just follow the comments in this thread. Totally confusing the issue of upgrade vs. clean install Fujitsu wades in with this email sent to reader … Read More »

This is day 4 of my experience upgrading my Fujitsu P1610 to Vista Ultimate.  That’s right, day 4.  In order to help other prospective upgraders I felt it wise to chronicle my experience to aid other upgraders in any way I can. I am already hearing … Read More »

I have been corresponding with Aussie Jon Dee for several years.  Jon is the founder of Planet Ark, a non-profit organization based in Australia that deals with environmental issues.  What a lot of people don’t know about Jon is that he is a total geek … Read More »

The fact I’ve been offline for almost 24 hours should tell you how my adventure in Vista land has gone.  I first attempted to upgrade over my existing WinXP installation on the Fujitsu P1610 and that went as well as can be expected.  First blue screen … Read More »

Fujitsu obviously reads jkOnTheRun and have just posted Vista drivers for the P1610!  Here’s whats available now: Read More »

Skype has signed a deal with HelloSoft to use its VoIP technology to enhance the Windows Mobile version of the Skype program.  HelloSoft uses advanced data compression that results in a low-footprint client perfect for Windows Mobile devices.  Once the new technology is incorporated into the … Read More »

It’s been in beta for a long time but if you use a Windows Mobile device and you’ve jumped on the Vista train then you need to get the final release version of Microsoft’s Windows Mobile Device Center (WMDC).  Microsoft has two versions available, a … Read More »

We just can’t stop talking about the HTC Athena, probably because it defies categorization.  It’s a phone, PDA, mini PC, web appliance, etc.  All of the news about T-Mobile picking it up even added to the fire of interest.  What we haven’t seen yet … Read More »

Solid State Disks (SSD) are all the rage what with the lack of moving parts, better performance, and less heat generated than conventional hard drives.  SimpleTech has announced a new 2.5 inch 64 GB SSD that is uber-thin at only .37 inches.  The new Zeus … Read More »

I’m not the only one who is following Fujitsu closely to see when Vista drivers and utilities appear for download for our PCs.  As of this writing they haven’t appeared yet, so I decided to check out the Fujitsu online store to see what flavors … Read More »

Mobio Unveils Mobile Lifestyle Portal With Over 50 Dynamic Applications And Widgets CUPERTINO, Calif. – January 31, 2007 – Mobio Networks today announced its flagship product GetMobio, the first mobile lifestyle portal that offers consumers over 50 dynamic applications and widgets that work together and are based … Read More »

Eagle-eyed jkOnTheRun reader Alan Pozner found the Samsung Q1P on PC Connection that can be ordered with Vista.  The new Vistagami will set you back $1277 and is showing as “on order”, so no idea when it will actually be available.  This is good news … Read More »

No, don’t get excited yet.  I have been following all of the various Fujitsu support websites for the appearance of the official Fujitsu Vista drivers and utilities and I don’t think we have them available yet.  Here are the global sites I have tracked and what … Read More »

Have you heard of that new program from Microsoft that launches today?  It’s called Vista and I hear it has a lot of cool features.  You may want to check it out.  I almost forgot– there’s another new program called Office available today.  Boring … Read More »

Al Chappaz just got a Fujitsu P1610 Tablet PC and in true geek form has posted his unboxing experience on his blog.  Al took a LOT of photos so we can all enjoy his experience.  Ahh, memories.  Read More »

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