TiltCONTROL gives a twist to Windows Mobile Pocket PC
Posted on 9-Jan-2004 09:49 News, Computing
The TiltCONTROL device contains a tiny Accelerometer, which can be used to measure the horizontal and vertical tilt of itself. This tilt angle information is transferred to the attached mobile computing device, where it is processed. Use it to control your handheld.
Cornice 2GB hard drive for consumer electronics and portable devices
Posted on 6-Jan-2004 19:26 News, Computing
The latest product in its "Storage Element" line of compact, low-cost, high-capacity data storage solutions for consumer electronics. This Storage Element enables more functionality for digital music players, video capture devices, GPS handhelds, and other consumer electronic products.
California law bans use of computer displays in front seat
Posted on 3-Jan-2004 11:17 News, Computing
The law explicitly bans the use of any visual device, like video monitors or screen or any similar way to visually displaying video. It doesn't say anything about Voice Activated or Text-to-speech though.
What's the trend for 2004
Posted on 2-Jan-2004 11:50 News, Computing
Jon Fortt wrote for The San Jose Mercury News a list of tech trends for 2004. Most wireless or mobile related.
Proliferation of wireless data forms new security market
Posted on 26-Dec-2003 16:01 News, Computing
Wireless carriers are expanding their data services, and more consumer and business devices are supporting wireless connectivity. There are a number of security risks associated with wireless data, which has driven the creation of a new wireless security market.
Toshiba's small hard drive for mobile phones
Posted on 16-Dec-2003 22:07 News, Computing
Toshiba has developed a hard disk drive about the size of a nickel that can be used to store music and video in mobile phones and other mobile devices.
Voice User Interface conference Feb 2004 in Miami
Posted on 16-Dec-2003 07:32 News, Computing
The process of creating a telephone strategy is the key focus of a conference in Miami, the sixth annual Telephony Voice User Interface Conference (TVUI 2004).
