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TABLE OF CONTENTS
STARTING
Out of the box
How to get started with a new Pocket PC or Smartphone
Activating your phone service
How to make, answer, and end a phone call
The User Interface
How to control your Pocket PC
How to launch applications and select menu options on a Smartphone
How to input text on a Pocket PC or Phone Edition device
How to input text into your Smartphone
What do those status icons mean?
Built-in and third party applications
How to start and close programs
You can install third party software
What’s built into your device?
Installing ActiveSync; syncing data
How to install ActiveSync
How to avoid problems with ActiveSync
LEARNING
Protecting your investment
Protect your device: get a case
Use a screen protector to prevent wear and tear
Hard objects scratch the screen
Watch out when using soft-sided luggage
Updates to your devices operating system
How to store your Windows Mobile device
Syncing, transferring, and backing up your data
How to change synchronization options in ActiveSync
How to synchronize documents and other files
Copy, don’t sync files on storage cards
Some WM5 devices come with backup utilities; if yours does not, buy one
How to back up and restore your Windows Mobile device
How to copy, delete, and move files using ActiveSync’s Explorer function
How to beam information between two devices using infrared
Changing the settings to meet your needs
How to change Settings
How to enter, change, and display owner information
How to customize the Today or Home screen
How to change the time and date
Visiting option can throw off Calendar appointment times
Free themes for Pocket PCs and Smartphones
How to use Pictures & Videos to select a JPEG as your Today or Home screen background
How to customize the Start menu
How to change the style of the Time display
How to password-protect a Pocket PC or Smartphone
How to adjust screen brightness and microphone levels
How to change screen orientation
How to add fonts
How to change the text size
How to customize application launch buttons
Be careful about removing items from the Startup folder
Making text entry easier
How to customize text entry
Keyboard shortcuts using the built-in soft keyboard
How to customize the word completion feature
Make text entry easier with external keyboard or third party software
Checking and conserving battery power
How to check your available battery power
How to conserve power by changing settings
Use caution when changing the battery on a Pre-WM5 device
Managing and adding memory to your device
How to free up memory
Difference between program and storage memory
How to adjust storage/program memory on a Pre-WM5 Pocket PC
Add file storage space with CF, SD, and other storage cards
How to save documents to storage cards by default
If your device is running slowly do a soft reset
How to recover lost space on a storage card
Installing third-party software to your device
How to install software
Pocket PCs and Smartphones run different software
Phone Edition devices are Pocket PCs
Windows Mobile different from Windows XP
How to install software on storage cards
Using CAB files to install programs
Unzip ZIP files before installing
Installing third-party software on locked Smartphones and Phone Edition devices
Don’t copy EXE installer files to your Pocket PC or Smartphone
Owner’s name may be needed to install software
Avoid programs written for MIPS and SH3 processors
Change screen orientation if “May Not Display Properly” warning appears during software install
Removing third-party software from your device
How to uninstall and reinstall programs using ActiveSync
You can’t uninstall built-in applications
How to remove programs
How to uninstall CAB-installed programs
Perform a hard reset to restore your device to its original state
USING
Fine tuning ActiveSync
How to troubleshoot ActiveSync problems
Where to get the latest version of ActiveSync
How to establish a Guest partnership in ActiveSync
How to Use ActiveSync to Reinstall software
Can’t sync with more than two PC’s using ActiveSync
How to stop the ActiveSync window from popping up
Outlook and Office Mobile
How to create, delete, and edit an appointment in Calendar
How to create a recurring Calendar appointments
How to have national holidays show up in Calendar
How to create, edit, and manage Contacts
How to add a picture to a contact information
How to set up and use Outlook Mobile categories
How to create and work with Tasks
How to set up e-mail through an internet e-mail server
How to create, send, and receive e-mail and messages
Using MSN on your device
How to enable e-mail attachments
How to create, delete, find, and move documents and folders in Office Mobile
How to use Excel Mobile
Excel is a powerful built-in calculator
Free database program using Excel Mobile
How to use Word Mobile
Press Ctrl-Z to cancel last action
How to enter short notes
How to switch between Typing and Writing in Notes
How to record and playback a Voice Note
How to use PowerPoint Mobile
Web Browsing
How to make viewing Web pages easier
How to add, organize, delete, and view Favorites in Internet Explorer Mobile
How to send a Web link via e-mail
How to keep Internet Explorer secure
How to use the History list to go to sites you’ve visited before
How to delete temporary Internet files, Cookies, and History
How to copy text from a Web page
How to save Web images on Windows Mobile 5 Pocket PCs
How to save Web images on Smartphones and pre-WM5 Pocket PCs
Change system Registry using Tweaks2K2
Multimedia & Entertainment
How to use the Pictures & Videos
How to listen to music and watch videos
How to assign Media Player functions to the navigation pad
Rip music from your CDs
Reduce size of video and music files
MS Reader is no longer built in: it’s a free download now
How to convert Word documents to
LIT files and view them with Microsoft Reader
File Explorer and other features
How to use File Explorer or File Manager to create folders and move files
How to move multiple files
How to use File Explorer or File Manager to find folders and files
How to create program launch icons
How to delete application icons manually
How to use the built-in Help feature
How to use the Find/Search feature
Taking advantage of the built-in phone capabilities
How to install and use Voice Command
How to open programs and place calls with Speed Dial
How to assign a ring tone to a contact
MASTERING
Finding software that meets your needs
Use Smartphone & Pocket PC magazine’s online resources
How to find the best software
Where to get third-party software
How to read eBooks
Finding and reading eBooks
Turn your device into a traveling companion
How to get free weather information
Use software utility programs to reset your device
Encrypt your sensitive files
Synchronize your Pocket PC with Outlook Express
Third-party programs may cause mysterious problems
Syncing with a Mac OS computer
Control devices with your PC’s keyboard and mouse
Use soft keyboards and Today screen plug-ins to be more effective
Make phone calls over the Internet using VoIP
Enhancing the Multimedia capabilities of your device
How to make Video iPOD owners envious
Play video and audio on your device in various formats
Stream your own media content
How to download news and other content automatically with RSS feeds
Keep reference material on your device
Save user manuals in electronic format
How to create a podcast
Extending battery life
Spare power adapters for home, work, and travel
Get a spare or optional extended battery
When to replace your battery
Cold kills your device’s battery and can affect its display
Connecting to networks and peripherals wirelessly
Geekzone has free Bluetooth guides
How to connect to a Wi-Fi network
How to create and use a Bluetooth Partnership
Enable Beam option to receive all incoming beams
Find a wireless service provider first and then buy a device they support
How to use a phone-enabled device as an Internet proxy
Connect Pocket PC to cell phone via cable
How to enable Direct Push Technology
How to sync directly to an Exchange Server
The Enterprise
How to decide between custom and commercial mobile software
How to identify business processes for potential mobilization
How to select a business application architecture
How to prioritize usability in mobile solution design
Turning your device into a GPS navigation system
How to add GPS capability
Use Geocaching
com to learn about caches in your area
Get geocaching software to make things easier
GPS receivers and other accessories cause extra drain on your device’s battery: get a spare battery
Accessories and online services
Buy accessories online and save money
How to get answers to your questions from the Smartphone & Pocket PC magazine forums
Finding the hardware accessories you need
External keyboards make text entry easier
Headset improves quality of Skype calls
Replacing a damaged screen
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Introduction
How to get your questions answered online
How to enhance your device with Freeware
User Groups
Glossary
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