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Monday, May 14. 2007
 It is pretty obvious these days that handheld devices are very much in demand among people who are always in need of pocket-sized computing devices. An example of a popular handheld is the handheld PC. Such devices are really small, I tell you. However, it's like a desktop, mobile phone, and planner combined in one nifty package. So you see, it is very functional. With the variety of handheld models available today, desktop computers seem to be less favored by today's techie peeps.
Sunday, May 13. 2007
Due to its varied functions and very small size, Fujitsu Siemens LifeBook P1510 is among the most preferred handheld PCs by people today. Business-oriented individuals will surely find such handheld device very functional, since it enables a user the freedom to take down notes; likewise, it is a very powerful mobile computer. Siemen's newest handheld PC is so small, it is even smaller than other savvy and chic PDA devices. Windows XP Tablet PC Edition functions are also crammed in such a small machine, which weighs less than one kilogram.
Saturday, May 12. 2007
Other cool features of P1510 is the swivel screen clamshell form standard. This means that you can utilize the handheld PC as a tiny laptop or as a slate writing tool. Note that the screen is very sensitive due its passive digitizer technology. Any movement, even small moves from your fingers, are detected. P1510 has a superb tablet PC operating system, which gives recognition to its number of scribbling or writing benefits. As such, Siemens 1510 also runs a number of easy-to-use office applications that are especially chosen to suit your business and leisure needs.
Saturday, March 31. 2007
We use all kinds of digital mobile devices for our information access and communication ventures on the road. But, fast internet connections have pushed us to use these gadgets quite a bit more than usual. With this, the problem of maintaining suitable battery levels have been argued by most users and manufacturers alike. Some have suggested carrying extra batteries for your handheld devices, such as your high-end handheld PC.
But, if your high-tech handheld PC has a bulky battery pack, then it would defeat the main purpose of your high-end handheld PC, which would have to be portability, right? Well, in case you have noticed, most high-end handheld PCs run on AA standard batteries. So, I give you tips on choosing just the right battery type for longer battery life, thus longer hours of using your handheld device!
Let's see. You may have noticed you have alkaline standard batteries on your high-end handheld PC, right? This battery type is generally affordable, yet Lithium batteries provide longer battery life. Well this type of batteries are relatively more expensive than its alkaline counterpart. But the difference in its pricing is basically negligible, more so if you use your high-end handheld PC for important matters. Thus, I suggest you either get Lithium standard batteries, or rechargeable ones. But do make it a point to check first the documentation that came bundled with your high-end handheld PC, specifically the part regarding the battery types your high-end handheld PC can safely run on.
Thursday, March 29. 2007
As I have said in my prior posts, handheld electronic equipment, which are used for the same purposes as their large and bulky counterparts, are fast becoming very popular these days. Well, this may be because of reliable internet connections which are available to access using your handheld equipment. But, as I have discussed, the main problem here has something to do with power.
No, not the type of power wherein you control people and try to desensitize them into being robotic entities which are slaves to your whims. It's the same power the AIs used for their survival and our destruction back in the Matrix. That's right, battery power. Since having two battery packs could rather be bulky and thus defeat the purpose of the gizmos' portability, you should make it a point to follow the pointers I have given on my prior posts, as well as this one.
Most, if not all, of the high-end handheld PCs actually have backlights or whatchamacallits that rely on the gadget's batteries for power. Since you'd have natural lighting mostly during the day while on the road, it would be a good thing to adjust the settings of your backlights. Try to turn them off if you do not need them, and minimize the usage of such backlights everytime you have lighting which should be enough for your computing purposes. Just access the power options of your high-end handheld PC, then try to figure which setting best suits your backlighting needs.
Monday, March 26. 2007
The modern information age has relatively increased productivity and efficiency levels of most people. This is because faster internet connections mean faster digital information acquisition and a cost-effective way of digital communication. Plus, the high-tech digital devices which populate the market also provide people with wireless and mobile computing capabilities. With this, people are more productive and efficient in doing their business and personal information acquisition and communication ventures even while on the road.
But, if there's one drawback with wireless and mobile computing capabilities, it would have to be the energy source which powers these handheld gadgets. You might have experienced long hours on the road carrying your high-end handheld PC, and running out of power just before doing your work. This is very frustrating, yet can be avoided with just a few minor tweaks on the power settings of your high-end handheld PC.
First, you have to set your idle time suspension mode to the most necessary time setting for you and your needs. Reducing the time it takes for your high-end handheld PC to suspend itself and thus save your battery power would evidently provide you with longer usage of your high-tech handheld PC. This is because a lower time setting of enabling your miniature PC's sleep mode would save you with enough overall power for the rest of the day. This tweak can be done by accessing the shutdown or suspend options of your high-end handheld PC. Try it out and I think you would be thanking me for the additional hours you could functionally use your useful handheld PC.
Sunday, March 25. 2007
 Because of faster internet connections, not to mention wireless internet connectivity, handhelds are becoming more and more viable these days. Well, these gadgets are not outselling mobile phones, but I think this is probably because of the differences in cost. No, not at all about the digital communications of mobile phones, because handhelds can be configured as well to act as a digital communications device. But the main thing to worry about, whether you use your handheld for information access or communications, is its battery's lasting functions.
I think you have also experienced running out of power in your battery's cells on the verge of finishing important work or closing an equally important deal with your handheld computer. Well, all you need to do to have a totally worry-free battery life is to save power whenever and wherever possible. Thus, I suggest you disable the "on" feature your handheld has upon touching its screen.
Some handheld computers have this for a feature. It's a very cool feature indeed, but it just drains additional power from your handheld's batteries. Instead of wasting a substantial amount of your handheld's battery life, disabling this feature would greatly increase the time you have in using your gadget. Just check out the "off" configuration settings of your handheld computer for the proper adjustments.
Monday, March 12. 2007
Modern digital electronics has paved the way for the creation of wireless and mobile information access points. This is a very good development since it promotes convenience as well as accessibility to most people in the world. In fact, using your high-tech handheld computer as a wireless mobile terminal is now a possibility.
Imagine yourself accessing your desktop from a remote location with a high-tech PC the size of your palm. Of course, your handheld gizmo would have to act as a remote terminal to do such a feat. One thing to consider here is software specifically for the job, plus a wireless network with either a free access point or a paid service.
Application servers should be first set-up for your mobile device to act as an efficient remote terminal. Windows XP has this feature, so I suggest you browse the internet for the necessary information. I bet the information you need is on the Microsoft website, if not on other internet sites as well. So enjoy your mobile access to your desktop PC either in the office or at home from any location in the world with free wireless internet access points.
Saturday, March 10. 2007
The dark side of the modern information age is pretty much visible to the world. Well, for instance, P2P has left a lot of musicians, movie artists, and literary artists going hungry and angry. But, despite that, it also helped the independent artists make a notch in the film standards of the world through popular vote. But an equally dark aspect of this dark side are the developers of viruses. No, not biological viruses. I know those are really evil minds at work. But electronic viruses are destructive, too. Not as destructive as their biological counterparts, but definitely, they make way for problematic scenarios.
Yes, and there is a new handheld borne virus that tends to destroy handheld PCs with the Windows C# system. Now, this virus has yet to infect a handheld PC or device outside the laboratory. It was created for evidence of the possibility of it being a threat to handheld computing. The people who developed this virus are the same developers of the first cellular phone virus. Now what's this group doing, going around and threating the handheld computing population? Not to mention starting out with the mobile phoning people of the world! This has got to stop, and we need to take the necessary steps in order to get rid of threats like these. Plus, if we're not yet ready to fully eradicate the problems which would stem from the threats, then it would be better for us to prevent any situation that would result from such threats.
Thursday, February 22. 2007
Now, who wouldn't want a full fledged PC the size of a mobile phone?? In addition, mobile computer users would want such a device to have Windows XP support apart from various functions and features of a laptop, wouldn't they? With the release of the OQO PC, such dreams are either turning into a bland colorless dream or a technological device from heaven!
This handheld PC is what all of us would want from such a dream device. That would be for it to be portable, accessible, and, above all else, affordable! With the release of model 01, the concepts for such a device are slowly turning into more of a highly anticipated dream than the actual thing! As confusing as it is, what I mean to say is that this device does not provide substantial support to its conceptualized functions and features!
Further ongoing developments of high-tech information technologies simply state that the concepts for a true full fledged handheld PC are pretty much far from reality. But with mobile phones getting more and more powerful by the minute, the further development of the OQO handheld PC would answer such a call for such a technological dream! The things that the manufacturers of this device should modify are its design and processing power. Thus, stated as such, the OQO handheld PC would then have to be the handheld PC of choice by most mobile computer users!
Saturday, February 3. 2007
 Small packages are IN today. Almost everything comes in palm-size or hand-carry package. In fact, handheld products are invading the markets; from cell phones, to computers. Because of convenience, many of us want to have handheld products; like a handheld PC.
One of the available handheld PCs today is the MobilePro 900 Series. Designed with a Intel PXA255 processor, this handheld PC is capable to run large enterprise applications, in addition to custom applications which designed for business. Complete with Windows CE .NET or HPC 2000 OS and application suite, the MobilePro 900 Series has Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, as well as PDF integrated viewers, too.
It has powerful tools that will allow you load your preferred applications and, enhance the USB functions. It will allow you to work even on the road. MP900 Series weighs 1.8 pounds, and 1.19 inches thick. It also has Touch panel function with stylus pen for an added feature. There are other hand help PCs available on the web. Each has unique feature to suffice your needs. With handheld products like this, you can save more time in doing your homework.
Friday, February 2. 2007
Patience, being a virtue, is wanting in my being. It is very unfortunate that I was not able to inherit, or at least acquire, this priced quality. It was never medically-confirmed but deep down in my heart, I knew I am affected by some sort of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Seasonal Affective Disorder.
With the advent of handheld devices, my high degree of impatience was minimized at the least. If I loathed waiting and queuing before, I cherish it now because it gives the chance to explore and use my high-end gadgets. Heavy traffic, long lines, and late business partners and meetings have never been this fun.
My collection of handheld PCs, games, PDAs, and other miniature toys does not only keep me sane while waiting. They provide me with the latest information and updates. Facts about everything under the sun is just a click away. Plus, I can always keep in touch with family, friends, and relatives. I am always connected or wired to the world and beyond. Truly, these handheld objects have radically changed my life. I just can't imagine what my life would be without technology.
Thursday, January 25. 2007
 Technology has reached significant milestones that almost everything is virtually possible. Everything that is big and bulky can now be transformed into small and handy gadgets. PDA's, Ipod's, microchips, among others, are best examples of this innovation. And now from the big and mainframe computers, we now have the Handheld PC.
Aside from being light and convenient, the makers of handheld PCs could espouse hundred and one reasons why one should buy it. However, these cool gadgets have drawbacks too. For one, the screen is small that one should keep on scrolling down to view the entire screen. Moreover, speed of handheld PC's, particularly those with internet connection, is slower than a desktop. On a practical level, these gadgets cost more than the desktop and the laptop.
Perhaps these enumerated weaknesses are among the reasons for the decline of Handheld PC's. While it used to be that the market is teeming with these products, it seems that only Hewlett Packard has survived. Meanwhile, let us wait in expectation as handheld PC companies develop yet another breakthrough for this gizmo.
Friday, January 19. 2007
One of the latest computer must-haves that swept the whole world is HandEra 330 Handheld PDA Computer. This device provides a higher capacity as opposed to other alternatives in the market. This feature allows you to access various services such as information of all sorts, data for GPS, and the likes.
It is very much at par with the most advanced business tools that will enable you to stand out among the rest. It is a very important armor in the business world as it provides you useful and updated information and use your e-mail account or system. Its wide screen lets you read and view data in different formats. References for retrieving and reading data are made really simple and easy.
With CF, MMC, and SD back ups, you do not have to worry about data security and charging or changing battery. You can also restore data without synching the device to a laptop computer or desktop. In addition, this PDA computer is very flexible because it is compatible with different computer software like Microsoft Word and Excel. So, enjoy a considerable edge, grab this handheld now or you will be left behind.
Thursday, January 18. 2007
The Sony TJ27 handheld is specifically designed to mean convenience. It allows you to keep your busy schedule as well as your own personal necessities well organized. This portable digital device also lets you have you snapshots taken anywhere you fancy. It is so compact, yet it can make great things possible for you.
This handheld features a color screen that allows you to view fonts and images in great detail. It has also a high memory capacity that will enable you to store more data and add applications when you want to. Its battery that is rechargeable has a longer capacity that can serve you longer than other alternatives. Not only that, it comes along with a built-in camera which can be zoomed.
In addition, this handheld PC has a processor for various applications which is about 32 mb RAM. Its high quality color display allows to view and use many color combinations. These and other salient and interesting features will surely help you in every way with so much ease and convenience. This handheld PC is indeed a must-have business and personal today.
Saturday, January 6. 2007
Many people have resorted to personal computers that are handheld. Small, they may seem, but they greatly help us in various ways. You can enter loads of data ranging from different topics and subjects and easily retrieve the same as the need arises. You can actually make it your daily companion as you can utilize it to register or jot down daily routines and other pertinent information and details.
HPCs are proven better than the laptop due to its long lasting life of battery. It is much smaller than the laptop. As such, it is easy to carry because it is not heavy and can be put in the pocket. You can turn it on at once. Moreover, it is easier to use because it does not have parts that need further adjustments; it can store data that can be retrieved when desired and it does not require a guide mouse at all.
On the other hand, HPCs are more preferred than paper and pen because you can record data electronically. They have mechanisms for skipping, checking errors, auditing logism, and reducing cleaning time for data. Apart from these, you can transfer data directly to database host through USB and other connections in the internet. The last, but not the least advantage is they can identify bulks of data that are missing or with discrepancies.
Sunday, December 3. 2006
 A very small laptop, it's a handheld. It's a handheld PDA with laptop features. This is what NEC MobilePro 900 PDA is. It has a high quality construction, superb mechanical design and has many laptop features.
This handheld device has a almost full-size keyboard that makes it more convenient touse than other PDAs. With 64MB, you can upload data or email on this small but high-end device. Plus, this device has a PC Card and CompactFlash slots for external storage.
Saturday, November 25. 2006

The power is now in your hands. With the creation of Hewlett Packard's Jornada 720 Handheld PC, a fast, reliable, and most advanced PC is now in your hands. The features it is proud to have are the 2-D graphics acceleration, 206 MHz processor, and the 32 MB SDRAM.
When it comes to its exterior, it has a 640 by 240 screen as well as a three-fourths keyboard size. Even the battery of this PDA phone is made from the finest quality. It has a lithium-ion battery which is rechargeable like most cell phone batteries. The programs inside this PC are Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Powerpoing, Word, and Internet Explorer.
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I think Antec Attache is a cool portable device. I'd like to have one for myself.
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I think handheld scanners are really useful for travelers who always need to scan documents or pictures while traveling.
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