Hardware accessories add features and functionality to Pocket PCs and Smartphones
Accessory: an object or device not essential in itself but adding to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else.
—Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary
When you purchase a Pocket PC or Smartphone, you get a relatively self-sufficient device with the essentials built-in and ready to use. You do not get something that is everything for everyone. Fortunately, Windows Mobile devices are highly customizable. Thousands of user-installable software programs are available from third-party developers. In addition, a vast array of hardware accessories are available. You can turn it into a TV, an FM radio, a GPS navigation system, or a music and video player. You can spruce up the look of your device with a stylish case, or add a digital camera card so you can snap photos or capture short videos. You can expand the memory by gigabytes, interface wirelessly with mobile phones, and a whole lot more.
This issue of Pocket PC magazine focuses on hardware accessories. We have individual reviews of a number of excellent products. In addition, we asked our board of experts to share their opinions on the most useful accessories.
Out of the box, the Pocket PC and Smartphone are extremely useful. Add a few well-chosen accessories and they become indispensable companions.
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