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Communications Forum
Specifying which of multiple Wi-Fi access points to connect to
“Teaching” Pocket PCs infrared remote control codes
Nevo for PDAs is built into some HP iPAQs, but other remote control solutions are available for Pocket PCs.
Can I use Inbox and Outlook if I don't have wireless capability?
- You don't need Wi-Fi or phone capability to use Outlook. For example, you can connect your Pocket PC to your desktop PC and synchronize your Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Inbox e-mail. Then, when you're away from the office, you can access all this information on your Pocket PC. You can not only check your Contacts, you can read and respond to your e-mail offline without any kind of wireless access. The next time you sync with your desktop PC, your e-mail responses are sent out.
- Inbox and the other Outlook applications are installed in ROM and cannot be deleted.
- By default, the Pocket PC tries to install third-party applications in main memory. If you don't have enough room, you can install them in flash ROM (if you have that available on your device) or on a CF or SD storage card. When you are installing the program and see the “Install in default directory” message, answer “No” and you will be given the opportunity to install the program elsewhere. Needless to say, if you don't have a CF or SD storage card, get one.
- If you've already install a bunch of programs in main memory, uninstall them, and then reinstall them on a storage card.
Jabra BT250v or BT800 compatible with Pocket PC?
Send files from Pocket PC to another device using Bluetooth
Connecting via Wi-Fi to home, office, and commercial hotspots
Security using a Wi-Fi connection
GPS Forum
What is GPS and how does it work?
GPS is a constellation of 24 active satellites that provide accurate navigation around the world.
What is the best Bluetooth GPS receiver?
There are a number of excellent GPS navigation programs available, including TeleType GPS (top), Pharos' Ostia (middle), and ALK's CoPilot Live (bottom).
GPS receiver for Pocket PC without Bluetooth?
The Pharos Pocket GPS Navigator works with the Dell Axim X5 and other Pocket PCs that have a CF card slot.
GPS receiver with SD card interface and onboard memory
What is the best Pocket PC display for outdoor use with GPS software?
Motorola MPx 220 Smartphone software fix enables Bluetooth GPS
GPS routing between two points, when you are at a third point
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