I used to be a devoted FlexWallet user until it was subsumed by Ilium Software’s eWallet. I was always too lazy to try to convert to another wallet application. But, eWallet made it seamless, and I’ve never looked back because eWallet is by far the superior product.

Over the years, I have extolled the virtues of Resco File Explorer in its many iterations. Somehow I neglected to mention the recent release of the 2008 version.

It has been quite some time since Palm has come to the table with a new Windows Mobile Professional device: enter the Treo 800W, WM 6.1. At first glance it doesn’t appear all that different than its predecessor, the Treo 750W. But there are some subtle and not so subtle differences.
The new Treo is much thinner, the screen is the same size, there is a Sprint logo on the top, there are two new hardware buttons—one for mail, one for calendar, the keyboard keys have a new look and feel-they are flat instead of rounded and therefore seem to have less definition.

Have you ever wished you could be notified automatically on your phone what’s happening on your Facebook site? Better yet, what if you could see what’s transpiring and be able to interact with Facebook on your phone just as you would on your desktop? A free application from Macrospecs, Inc. called FriendMobilizer makes this possible. It only works on Windows Mobile 6 and higher phones. But if you don’t have one, you should not consider anything less.

My son likes to IM with me using Google Talk as his chat client of choice for some reason. I prefer Windows Live myself, but I accommodate him. At least I did until today. I hadn’t given it much thought, but I was going to be away from my desktop and thought I’d download Google Talk for my WM Pro device. That should be no big deal. I already have Gmail on it, and it’s pretty slick. To my ever-lasting horror, there was no Google Talk for WM. But, as unbelievable as it may seem, it is available for iPhones!

Handango has long been my software vendor of choice. It’s where I naturally go when I’m looking for the lastest releases to try and to buy. The key word here is to “try”. One of the greatest features about software for handhelds is the time-honored tradition of being able to try before you buy. It’s something you can’t do at too many other establishments such as McDonald’s. In any case, it seems that Handango has chosen to jettison this tradition with the introduction of InHand.

InHand is a great idea. It’s a free application from Handango.

   Ho hum, you say, not another shell to supplant the Today screen. I have long been an advocate of having easy, instant access to everything in and about my device from the opening screen.

Vito Technology has developed a stable of iPhone like finger-friendly applications, which are constantly updating to the point that it’s difficult to keep up with their exuberance. FunContact in iteration 2.15 is the latest to receive enhancements.

There is a proliferation of SIP keyboards for Windows Mobile touch screen devices lately. My longtime favorite is Tengo because it uses only six keys to get the basic job done. Some other new arrivals include TouchPal and ZoomBoard, both interesting choices to consider as well.

It is probably safe to say that most of the world uses Outlook. As Windows Mobilers, we use it on our handhelds as well. So, what happens on the desktop usually carries over to the handset. Accordingly, I would like to tell you about an application that I recently discovered that I think will make your life easie It’s called SimplyFile.

There is an email circulating that states that you can unlock your car door keyless lock with a cell phone. If you lock your keys in your car, you can supposedly call home if you have a spare set of keys. Ask the person who answers to hold your remote key device up to the phone and push the open button. If you hold your mobile phone about a foot from the door, it is supposed to unlock the door even though it is a different kind of frequency. Yet some people swear in works. Others say it’s bunk.

I recently wrote an article (http://www.pocketpcmag.com/cms/blogs/9/spring_cleaning) on how to keep your Windows Mobile device lean, mean, and clean by scrubbing it out manually or on a schedule to weed out all the de

This will blow your mind. A whole new mobile phone application.

http://www.koreus.com/video/telephone-portable-mais-popcorn.html

Try it at the movies.

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The Callpod Dragon Bluetooth wireless headset is a truly unique device, but then so are most of the peripherals produced by this company. Yes, the Dragon could be considered just another headset, but it’s so much more, and that’s what makes it unique.

Remember what a thrill it was when you could first ride your bike without any hands? Driving a car is a different matter, and it’s a good idea to keep both hands on the wheel at all times. It gives me the shivers when I see a young mother with a car full of kids yakking on the phone.

 Current users of PhatNotes will be glad to learn of the version 5.3 release that has many new features and works seamlessly with Vista and all Windows Mobile devices.

It is difficult for me to imagine that there have been significant enhancements to SnagIt. I thought it had pretty much reached its zenith, but SnagIt 9 manages to improve an already superb product that captures screen shots of all kinds in a flash.

You may wonder why I am writing about desktop software in a handheld forum, but let me tell you that I don’t know how I would survive without SnagIt. It has so many applications that I use that enhance my handheld computing and writing.

Earthquakes, forest fires, floods, tornados, hurricanes, and other disasters seem to be common news items these days. Tragedy can strike almost anywhere at any time, so it is best to be prepared. Life Gear is a company that specializes in disaster preparedness equipment. I have two of their personal safety devices to tell you about.

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When iPhone unleashed its finger-friendly, animated, touch-screen technology it was an instant hit with all the nose miners out there. Vito Technology has certainly stepped up to the plate to make a similar experience possible for Windows Mobile users, which I appreciate.

I tend to think of Proporta.com as the case place because they seem to be able to cover just about any digital device out there. The new line of Universal Phone Cases comes in three sizes: Internal dimensions Small Case: 90mm x 25mm x 50mm Medium Case: 110mm x 60mm x 25mm Large Case: 120mm x 70mm x 30mm These black leather, handsome cases will protect your device with a stitched-in aluminum insert in the flap cover with a strong magnetic clasp.