Treo Blast! http://www.treoblast.com// The Ultimate Treo Resource en-us 2008-5-11 Treo Blast! News http://www.treoblast.com//images/logo.gif http://www.treoblast.com// Palm's new devices - Zeppelin and Skywriter http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/5/200857-Palm-s-new-devices.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/palm-mockup-skywriter.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/palm-mockup-skywriter.jpg" align=right border=0 height=287 width=150></a></td></tr> </table><br> Palm has sent a letter out to their developer community confirming the existence of two new phones. The letter asks their launch developers to submit applications for participation in the launch of the new devices. The new devices, Zeppelin and Skywriter could come out later this year as the application deadline is May 30. One of the devices is r... Treo 800w gets July release date on Sprint http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/5/200857-Treo-800w-gets-July.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/treo800pic.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/treo800pic.jpg" align=right border=0 height=300 width=179></a></td></tr> </table><br> According to WMExperts, Sprint will be releasing the Treo 800w on July 22. No word on where they got the information but it seems to fit the earlier leaked roadmaps for Sprint.The Treo 800w will have some nice features like Threaded SMS, 320x320 resolution, EVDO rev. A, and GPS. The Treo 800w has the layout similar to the Palm Centro. We still ha... Is the Palm OS dying? The Washington Post wants to know http://www.treoblast.com/articles/2008/5/200852-Is-the-Palm-OS.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/palmossmall.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/palmossmall.jpg" align=right border=0 height=116 width=116></a></td></tr> </table><br> The Washington Post is asking the question about the aging Palm OS. Now owned by Japan's Access Software, Palm OS has been in serious decline for a long time. Without even a new paint job in recent years, the Palm OS has seen many users flee to other more advanced devices like the BlackBerry, iPhone, or ATT Tilt.PC World Contributing Editor James... Spb Mobile Shell updated to version 2.1 http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/5/200852-Spb-Mobile-Shell-updated.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/spbinitial.png"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/spbinitial.png" align=right border=0 height=320 width=240></a></td></tr> </table><br> One of our favorite software packages for Windows Mobile phones has just been updated. Spb Mobile Shell has now been updated to version 2.1. If you haven't picked up this software yet, get on over to the pdaBlast! Store and get yours today. "Spb Mobile Shell introduces the next generation user interface while keeping all advantages of a Windows ... Google's gPhone coming to T-Mobile http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/4/2008426-Google-s-gPhone-coming.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/gphone.png"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/gphone.png" align=right border=0 height=354 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> T Mobile is preparing to ship its first cell phones based on Google's Android operating system this year. The release of the gPhone is expected to bring an "avalanche of innovation from users and radical changes to what customers expect and demand."Joe Sims, vice president and general manager of T Mobile's broadband and new business division, sa... Sprint to release Windows Mobile 6.1 Treo 800w http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/4/2008419-Sprint-to-release-Windows.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/treo800pic.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/treo800pic.jpg" align=right border=0 height=300 width=179></a></td></tr> </table><br> Rumors of a new Sprint Treo 800w have been around for a couple of years now. With the recent announcement of a new version of Windows Mobile (6.1) comes word that Sprint will release a Palm Treo 800w running the new Windows Mobile.The new Treo is expected to have WiFi, Bluetooth and a 320x320 resolution. It is also expected to include GPS and a 2... Palm launches Centro in Columbia http://www.treoblast.com/articles/2008/4/2008418-Palm-launches-Centro-in.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/officialcentro.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/officialcentro.jpg" align=right border=0 height=333 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> Palm has launched the Centro in Columbia through Comcel and Movistar. The Centro will be available in blue and red in Columbia.With a fun, new compact design, Centro is Palm's smallest and lightest smartphone. Centro helps users manage email and text messaging, keep track of their schedules, stay up to date on the latest news, capture and share pi... Blue Palm Centro http://www.treoblast.com/articles/2008/4/200844-Blue-Palm-Centro.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blue-centro.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/blue-centro.jpg" align=right border=0 height=300 width=158></a></td></tr> </table><br> Palm is adding another color to its Centro lineup. We've already seen white, pink, red, black, an charcoal. This time the Palm Centro will appear in Blue. The only problem with this release is that it is hitting Mexico via carriers Telcel and Movistar. The US won't see this Blue GSM Centro for awhile.... Palm Centro going to Mexico http://www.treoblast.com/articles/2008/4/200843-Palm-Centro-going-to.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/officialcentro.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/officialcentro.jpg" align=right border=0 height=333 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> Palm has announced that the Palm Centro will be released in Mexico via Telcel and Movistar. The Palm Centro has proven to be one of Palm's most successful devices selling over one million units so far.With a fun, new compact design, Centro is Palm's smallest and lightest smartphone, now available in Mexico in red and blue. Centro helps users manag... Windows Mobile 6.1 Video Review http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/4/200843-Windows-Mobile-6-1.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/pocketnow-review.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/pocketnow-review.jpg" align=right border=0 height=320 width=240></a></td></tr> </table><br> PockekNow has posted a nice review of Microsoft's Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard and Professional. A written review, and this video review are included. Check out the full review at the link below for lots of screen caps. Microsoft has added several nice features in the latest update of its mobile operating system. An unlabeled "Recent Programs" ic... Treo 800w coming to Verizon? http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/3/2008315-Treo-800w-coming-to.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/treo800pic.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/treo800pic.jpg" align=right border=0 height=300 width=179></a></td></tr> </table><br> There have been so many rumors about the next Windows Mobile Treo that some of it is likely true. The next Windows Mobile Treo is supposedly the Treo 800w but nobody has come up with anything firm, yet. A member of the WMExperts forums reports they had a meeting with some Palm sales people and actually handled the upcoming Verizon Treo 800w. The... Palm slashes accessories prices http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/3/2008314-Palm-slashes-accessories-prices.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/newpalmlogo1.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/newpalmlogo1.jpg" align=right border=0 height=204 width=200></a></td></tr> </table><br> Palm is running a special 25% off promotion on all accessories sold on their web site. From now until March 19 you can get 25% off headsets, keyboards and other accessories sold at Palm.com. Simply add the items you want to your shopping cart and the discount will be applied.... SyncMate syncs Windows Mobile with Mac http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/3/2008311-SyncMate-syncs-Windows-Mobile.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/syncmate1.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/syncmate1.jpg" align=right border=0 height=215 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> If you're looking for a way to sync Windows Mobile to your Mac you're in luck. SyncMate is a new Mac OS desktop synchronization tool that syncs Windows Mobile to your Mac. SyncMate is free and supports two way synchronization between: iCal/Calendar, Bookmarks/Favorites, Contacts/Address book and Notes/Stickies. You can also sync folders, sms text m... Hawaii gets unlimited calling for $35 from Boost Mobile http://www.pocketpcblast.com/articles/2008/2/2008226-Hawaii-gets-unlimited-calling.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/boostMoblie.gif"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/boostMoblie.gif" align=right border=0 height=52 width=231></a></td></tr> </table><br> Boost Mobile, a wholly owned division of Sprint, today launched its Unlimited by Boost flat rate wireless service in Hawaii. For a fixed monthly price, the service provides Hawaii residents with unlimited local and nationwide long distance calling from within a large home calling area extending over large areas of Oahu, Hawaii, Maui, Kauai and more... More Palm Centro colors coming? http://www.treoblast.com/articles/2008/2/2008224-More-Palm-Centro-colors.html <table cellpadding=5 cellspacing=0> <tr><td><a href="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/centrocolors.jpg"><img src="http://www.pdablast.com/images/articles/centrocolors.jpg" align=right border=0 height=224 width=300></a></td></tr> </table><br> An official Palm training guide for Palm retail partners has been spotted and has revealed there are more Centro colors on the way. The guide contains pictures of Palm Centros in 4 different colors, in addition to the already released ATT "glacial white" Centro. The colors look to be white with grey buttons, red, dark blue (like the Sprint Treo 7...