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Announcements, tips, tricks, and techniques for mobile PC developers.
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Get Ready For Windows Vista
New business opportunities don't come around every day. That's why the launch of the Windows Vista (TM) operating system is so significant. The largest technology release in a decade, Windows Vista is the next version of the flagship Windows® product from Microsoft. Windows Vista makes it easier to use computers and networks while you're on the go. Connecting your computer to a variety of hardware and networks is faster, easier, and more secure than before, and synchronizing data between computers and devices is simple. Windows Vista incorporates many new features that are made specifically for the mobile user. Watch the video.
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Prepare now by taking the Windows Vista 101 mini-course. You'll learn the basics in just 10 minutes and know what to expect from this exciting new release. The Windows Vista operating system will be available in five versions-targeting segments from small business and enterprise to retailers and software developers-and in a variety of languages. To take the course, you need to be a registered member of the Microsoft® Partner Program. Not enrolled? It's free. And takes just 15 minutes.
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As an MSDN subscriber you can download the final version of Windows Vista and begin adding new mobile PC features to your applications.
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Events
January
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Please come and visit the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas from January 8 to 11. You can see and touch Windows Vista, new Tablet PCs, new Ultra-Mobile PCs, and more. We are waiting for you in the Communication Scenario section of the Microsoft booth.
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Microsoft Announcements
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On November 30, Steve Ballmer delivered the Business Value launch keynote address, speaking to a packed room of industry press and analysts in New York City. Microsoft showed how Windows Vista delivers a security-enhanced platform for partners that helps connect mobile and remote users to the people, information, and applications that are important to their jobs. In addition, Windows Vista provides a platform for partners that can help dramatically reduce the time, complexity, and cost of computer deployment, maintenance, and security. Microsoft showcased partner mobile solutions and services during this event, and mobility will continue to be a major theme in local launch events. To find a local launch event near you; to view the keynote speech on demand; or to learn more about how Windows Vista can help people better connect to corporate resources, the Internet, and each other, please the 2007 launch website.
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We are very excited to announce that Windows Vista will be made broadly available on January 30, 2007. Windows Vista offers many innovative features and new benefits in security, productivity, entertainment, and of course, mobility! Many mobility features including Windows Tablet and Touch Technology are incorporated into many SKUs (Home Premium, Business, Enterprise, and Ultimate). If you cannot wait to buy a mobile PC by January 30, please purchase a mobile PC with the "Windows Vista Capable" logo and receive discounted offers on Windows Vista and the 2007 Microsoft Office system when they become available.
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Download the Windows Vista Product Guide, a comprehensive feature-by-feature guide to Windows Vista. With contributions from people who actually worked on the product, this is the definitive resource to learn about Windows Vista. The Windows Vista Product Guide is available in the new Microsoft Office Word 2007 format or the new XPS format.
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Recent Articles
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Wired Magazine talks with author Richard Powers about his latest book, The Echo Maker. Read about how Powers uses voice recognition on a Tablet PC to do some of his writing.
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In North Texas, the Plano and Irving school districts are introducing e-books into a few classrooms, and Lancaster school officials also are considering them. A portion of the $215 million school bond package that was placed before Lancaster voters on November 7 was earmarked for student mobile PCs, the first step in the process.
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A ready-to-wear eyewear supplier in Canada is using Tablet PCs to help reps get up-to-date customer profiles, provide quick sell-through, and replenish stock.
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Partner Announcements
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ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS), a leading provider of high-performance notebook computers, introduces the R1F Tablet PC series as the world's first mobile PC to receive the Vista x86 Premium logo that brings new computing and digital entertainment possibilities with the much anticipated Microsoft Vista operating system.
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Lenovo announced the ThinkPad X60 Tablet PC, a new convertible Tablet PC that marks a technology trifecta for innovation, portability, and performance - with two new screen choices and other innovative Lenovo features, such as dynamic screen rotation. The ThinkPad X60 Tablet PC offers new, combined multiview/multitouch screen features in a convertible Tablet PC, giving users the power to compute more naturally, whether working in the field or in the office.
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Minnesota-based WSU, which is ranked among U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges, has distributed an additional 4,000 Gateway Tablet PCs to its student body. As this initiative grows to 8,000 Tablet PCs, hundreds of WSU computers will be loaded with DyKnow Vision and Monitor software, the intent being to expand the use of DyKnow software over a multi-year period.
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Ron Paulk, a custom home builder, describes how he uses a Tablet PC to manage construction of a 51-home development. Using Microsoft Office OneNote® and several construction-specific software applications, Ron's small business has been able to manage large projects.
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Mi-Co, building upon their form system initiative with IBM, is helping IBM Workplace Forms users to more effectively deploy popular mobile devices including the Tablet PC for data input. In December, Mi-Co is shipping Release 2 of The Mi-Forms System for IBM Workplace Forms, which solution providers can use to implement Mobile Wizards for IBM Workplace Forms solutions.
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ScheduleIt, a leading computer application for resource scheduling, goes one step further in the latest release with full support for the new mobile PC platform and full remote synchronization. The remote synchronization allows remote users, with ScheduleIt on their Tablet PCs, to use the software as if they were connected to the main server computer or the office. Any changes they make, or other users make, are all synchronized with a main project and sent back to the remote user, so no matter where they are they always have an up-to-date schedule.
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Help Ed Holloway beta-test his upcoming ink search utility, which lets you write search terms on a small form, and instantly send the terms to a Google search inside your default browser with one tap (or a gesture).
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Offering an exceptional selection of holiday gifts for computer enthusiasts, music lovers and technology buffs alike, the TabletPc2.com's 2006 "List for Santa" has something for everyone.
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GRAHL software design is running a promotion on its PDF Annotator Corporate Packs. Packs are available for 25, 50, and 100 seats. This offer will expire on January 31, 2007, in contrast to Educational Packs, which are now permanently available.
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December 2006
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Downloads
Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
Windows Vista
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CoDe Magazine to Produce Special Mobile PC Focus Issue
CoDe Magazine, in conjunction with Microsoft, is producing a special issue on Mobile PC Development which will be available in the November / December 2006 timeframe. Focus issues are distributed at special events such as conferences and product launches; however, you can receive an issue free of charge by visiting CoDe Magazine's website or simply click here. |
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CoDe Focus Magazine - Tablet PC & Mobile PC Development
Published early in 2006, this special issue covers development on Tablet PCs and mobile PCs. Topics range from an introduction on ink collection, rendering, and recognition to a detailed look at ink analysis. Be sure to check out the article on technology behind Windows SideShow(TM). Sign up for a free copy. |
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