PDAs: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
PDA vs. Smartphone
If you're comparing PDAs and smartphones to try to decide which device will better suit your needs, consider these factors.
If you're comparing PDAs and smartphones to try to decide which device will better suit your needs, consider these factors.
PDF Windows Mobile
There is a number of software programs that will enable your Windows Mobile or Pocket PC PDA to view PDF files. Here's a look at some popular options.
There is a number of software programs that will enable your Windows Mobile or Pocket PC PDA to view PDF files. Here's a look at some popular options.
Windows Mobile Email Clients
Even though your PDA may not be constantly connected to the Internet, that doesn’t mean you can’t still read and send email from your PDA. Check out these email clients that let you check your email from your wireless enabled PDA or download messages when you’re offline for viewing later.
Even though your PDA may not be constantly connected to the Internet, that doesn’t mean you can’t still read and send email from your PDA. Check out these email clients that let you check your email from your wireless enabled PDA or download messages when you’re offline for viewing later.
Pocket PC Freeware
Here's a look at some of the best free software for your Pocket PC and Windows Mobile PDAs.
Here's a look at some of the best free software for your Pocket PC and Windows Mobile PDAs.
A PDA for Every OS
Your choice as to which PDA to buy may depend on your computer's operating system. Read on to find out more about which PDAs will work best with your computer.
Your choice as to which PDA to buy may depend on your computer's operating system. Read on to find out more about which PDAs will work best with your computer.
Why You Need a PDA
If you’re one of those people who use a paper planner but think there has to be a better way to stay organized, you’re right. PDAs, or Personal Digital Assistants, are a great way to use technology to stay organized. PDAs let you take notes, store phone numbers, manage to-do lists, keep track of your calendar, and much more. To better understand what a PDA can do for you, here’s a closer look at some of the basic features you’ll find on all PDAs, regardless of which operating system they use.
If you’re one of those people who use a paper planner but think there has to be a better way to stay organized, you’re right. PDAs, or Personal Digital Assistants, are a great way to use technology to stay organized. PDAs let you take notes, store phone numbers, manage to-do lists, keep track of your calendar, and much more. To better understand what a PDA can do for you, here’s a closer look at some of the basic features you’ll find on all PDAs, regardless of which operating system they use.
Callpod Fueltank Duo Review
Callpod's Fueltank Duo lets you simultaneously charge two small electronic devices without being tethered to an outlet…
Callpod's Fueltank Duo lets you simultaneously charge two small electronic devices without being tethered to an outlet…
Pocket PC Freeware Games
Here's a look at some of the best free games for your Windows Mobile PDA.
Here's a look at some of the best free games for your Windows Mobile PDA.
Palm Freeware Sites
Here's a look at a few sites where you can find free software for your Palm OS handheld.
Here's a look at a few sites where you can find free software for your Palm OS handheld.
Palm Tungsten E2 Review
A review of the Palm Tungsten E2.
A review of the Palm Tungsten E2.
Spb Pocket Plus 4.0.2 Review
If you’ve been looking for ways to add shortcuts to your Today Screen in Windows Mobile, then look to Spb Pocket Plus.
If you’ve been looking for ways to add shortcuts to your Today Screen in Windows Mobile, then look to Spb Pocket Plus.
HP iPAQ hx2495 Review
The HP iPAQ hx2495 is more than your average PDA. With all of its added features, it can serve as a photo viewer, mobile Internet device, organizer, music player, and much more.
The HP iPAQ hx2495 is more than your average PDA. With all of its added features, it can serve as a photo viewer, mobile Internet device, organizer, music player, and much more.
Top 10 Mobile News Sites
For many of us, our daily routine involves catching up on the latest news. Did you know your PDA can be a great tool for staying informed? Assuming your PDA has a way to access the Internet, you can browse some of your favorite news sites directly from your handheld. Here’s a look at ten popular sites that you may want to bookmark.
For many of us, our daily routine involves catching up on the latest news. Did you know your PDA can be a great tool for staying informed? Assuming your PDA has a way to access the Internet, you can browse some of your favorite news sites directly from your handheld. Here’s a look at ten popular sites that you may want to bookmark.
Remove Windows Mobile Programs
This article tells you how to remove unwanted programs from your Windows Mobile PDA.
This article tells you how to remove unwanted programs from your Windows Mobile PDA.
Palm Tungsten E Review
The Palm Tungsten E is an entry-level Tungsten model that offers a respectable software package….
The Palm Tungsten E is an entry-level Tungsten model that offers a respectable software package….
Connect a Bluetooth Keyboard
Expand the functionality of your PDA by connecting a wireless keyboard. Here, we’ll take a closer look at how to enable Bluetooth, create a partnership between devices, and connect a bluetooth keyboard.
Expand the functionality of your PDA by connecting a wireless keyboard. Here, we’ll take a closer look at how to enable Bluetooth, create a partnership between devices, and connect a bluetooth keyboard.
Pocket PC Games
Here's a look at some of the best games for your Windows Mobile or Pocket PC PDA.
Here's a look at some of the best games for your Windows Mobile or Pocket PC PDA.
OfficeOnPDA
View, edit, and create Microsoft Office files and other file formats on your PDA with the new Documents To Go Premium Edition.
View, edit, and create Microsoft Office files and other file formats on your PDA with the new Documents To Go Premium Edition.
Windows Mobile RSS Readers
Stay up to date with the latest news using a RSS reader on your Pocket PC or Windows Mobile PDA. Here's a look at ten popular options.
Stay up to date with the latest news using a RSS reader on your Pocket PC or Windows Mobile PDA. Here's a look at ten popular options.
Spb Wallet 2.0 Review
A review of Spb Wallet 2.0. Store all of your unique passwords in one secure spot.
A review of Spb Wallet 2.0. Store all of your unique passwords in one secure spot.
Windows 7 and Your PDA
Microsoft released its latest operating system, Windows 7, on October 22, 2009. As many of us contemplate upgrading, one thing we'll definitely need to keep in mind is compatibility with our old devices, including handheld devices such as PDAs.
Microsoft released its latest operating system, Windows 7, on October 22, 2009. As many of us contemplate upgrading, one thing we'll definitely need to keep in mind is compatibility with our old devices, including handheld devices such as PDAs.
Charge Your HP iPAQ
This article tells you how to charge your HP iPAQ using your computer and a USB cable.
This article tells you how to charge your HP iPAQ using your computer and a USB cable.
Top 5 Mobile Search Engines
Search engines help us find what we’re looking for on the World Wide Web. Just as you would navigate to your favorite search engine on a PC to help you find what you’re looking for, so too can you navigate to a mobile version of that same search engine on your PDA or mobile handheld device to search the Internet. Here’s a look at five popular mobile search engines.
Search engines help us find what we’re looking for on the World Wide Web. Just as you would navigate to your favorite search engine on a PC to help you find what you’re looking for, so too can you navigate to a mobile version of that same search engine on your PDA or mobile handheld device to search the Internet. Here’s a look at five popular mobile search engines.
PDAs - FullReviews
An index of FullReviews for the PDAs guide site.
An index of FullReviews for the PDAs guide site.
PDF Readers for Palm OS
There is a number of software programs on the market today that will let you view PDF files on your Palm PDA’s screen. Here’s a look at some popular options.
There is a number of software programs on the market today that will let you view PDF files on your Palm PDA’s screen. Here’s a look at some popular options.
Palm RSS Readers
Stay up to date with the latest news on your PDA using an RSS reader for your Palm. Here's a look at ten popular options.
Stay up to date with the latest news on your PDA using an RSS reader for your Palm. Here's a look at ten popular options.
Dell Axim X50v Review
A review of the Dell Axim X50v.
A review of the Dell Axim X50v.
Ilium Software Screen Capture
Ilium Software’s free Screen Capture program is a handy tool that makes taking screen shots of your Windows Mobile PDA very easy. Here, we take a closer look at the program, how it works, and what it can do.
Ilium Software’s free Screen Capture program is a handy tool that makes taking screen shots of your Windows Mobile PDA very easy. Here, we take a closer look at the program, how it works, and what it can do.
Regular PDA Maintenance
PDAs, like other electronic items, must be maintained in order to stay in good working order. Here are a few helpful tips and tricks that will keep your Palm or Windows Mobile PDA working smoothly.
PDAs, like other electronic items, must be maintained in order to stay in good working order. Here are a few helpful tips and tricks that will keep your Palm or Windows Mobile PDA working smoothly.
Reset Your Palm Pilot
If your Palm PDA isn't working quite right, has frozen up, or something else just doesn't seem quite right, then you might need to reset it.
If your Palm PDA isn't working quite right, has frozen up, or something else just doesn't seem quite right, then you might need to reset it.
HP iPAQ rx1950 Review
HP iPAQ rx1950 Review
HP iPAQ rx1950 Review
Extend Battery Life
In order to use your PDA, it needs to have adequate power. Here are a few tips to help conserve battery power so your PDA will be ready to use when you need it.
In order to use your PDA, it needs to have adequate power. Here are a few tips to help conserve battery power so your PDA will be ready to use when you need it.
OtterBox HP iPAQ 210 Case
A closer look at the OtterBox HP iPAQ 210 Extended Battery Defender Case.
A closer look at the OtterBox HP iPAQ 210 Extended Battery Defender Case.
Top 5 Mobile Travel Sites
PDAs can be very useful tools for travelers who need important information while on the road. Assuming your PDA has a way to access the Internet, you can browse to some of your favorite travel sites directly from your handheld. Here’s a closer look at some helpful sites you may want to bookmark before your next trip.
PDAs can be very useful tools for travelers who need important information while on the road. Assuming your PDA has a way to access the Internet, you can browse to some of your favorite travel sites directly from your handheld. Here’s a closer look at some helpful sites you may want to bookmark before your next trip.
BluetoothKBD
Expand the functionality of your PDA by connecting a wireless keyboard. Here, we’ll take a closer look at how to enable Bluetooth, create a partnership between devices, and connect a bluetooth keyboard.
Expand the functionality of your PDA by connecting a wireless keyboard. Here, we’ll take a closer look at how to enable Bluetooth, create a partnership between devices, and connect a bluetooth keyboard.
Secure Digital (SD) memory
Secure Digital, or SD, is a non-volatile memory card format that is often used in portable devices...
Secure Digital, or SD, is a non-volatile memory card format that is often used in portable devices...
Memory Cards for Your PDA
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at various memory card storage formats so you can have a better idea as to which type of memory your PDA can use.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at various memory card storage formats so you can have a better idea as to which type of memory your PDA can use.
V-MODA Vibe II Review
V-MODA’s Vibe II with Microphone isn’t like your average set of headphones. For starters, the Vibe II is designed to look more like…
V-MODA’s Vibe II with Microphone isn’t like your average set of headphones. For starters, the Vibe II is designed to look more like…
Alternatives to AvantGo
AvantGo was a popular service that let us download content to our PDAs and view it later when we were away from an available Internet connection. Now that AvantGo is gone, you might be wondering what other programs are available that offer a similar service. Here’s a closer look at a few options….
AvantGo was a popular service that let us download content to our PDAs and view it later when we were away from an available Internet connection. Now that AvantGo is gone, you might be wondering what other programs are available that offer a similar service. Here’s a closer look at a few options….
Reset Your PDA
Sometimes, your PDA must be reset in order to overcome a glitch or error. Resetting a PDA is similar to rebooting your computer.
Sometimes, your PDA must be reset in order to overcome a glitch or error. Resetting a PDA is similar to rebooting your computer.
Dispose Of An Old PDA
For PDAs that are no longer functioning, it’s best to dispose of the old device properly rather than simply throwing it in the trash. Thankfully, it’s relatively easy to dispose of an old PDA or cell phone properly.
For PDAs that are no longer functioning, it’s best to dispose of the old device properly rather than simply throwing it in the trash. Thankfully, it’s relatively easy to dispose of an old PDA or cell phone properly.
Make Your PDA Work for You
This article describes how to make your PDA work for you by customizing your PDA’s shortcuts.
This article describes how to make your PDA work for you by customizing your PDA’s shortcuts.
SecuBox Review
SecuBox is as an on-the-fly disk encryption program that can also serve as a digital wallet to store all of your unique passwords in one secure location.
SecuBox is as an on-the-fly disk encryption program that can also serve as a digital wallet to store all of your unique passwords in one secure location.
The Best PDA Cases for Any Bud
There are many different kinds of cases that can protect your PDA. Check out some of the most popular PDA cases and case designs.
There are many different kinds of cases that can protect your PDA. Check out some of the most popular PDA cases and case designs.
Should I Password-Protect My P
If you’re trying to decide whether or not to protect the information on your PDA with a password, consider this…
If you’re trying to decide whether or not to protect the information on your PDA with a password, consider this…
Clean Your PDA's Screen
This article tells you how to properly clean your PDA's screen.
This article tells you how to properly clean your PDA's screen.
Palm OS
Palm OS is the operating system that was initially developed by Palm for use on handheld devices…
Palm OS is the operating system that was initially developed by Palm for use on handheld devices…
PDA
A PDA, or Personal Digital Assistant, is a small, handheld computer...
A PDA, or Personal Digital Assistant, is a small, handheld computer...
Remove Programs from your Palm
Follow these steps to safely remove programs from your Palm handheld.
Follow these steps to safely remove programs from your Palm handheld.
Graffiti
Graffiti is the handwriting recognition software that is...
Graffiti is the handwriting recognition software that is...
soft reset
soft reset
soft reset
hard reset
hard reset
hard reset
microSD
The microSD flash memory card is the smallest memory card available on the market today...
The microSD flash memory card is the smallest memory card available on the market today...
Palm
Palm, Inc. is the company that makes Palm-branded PDAs and smartphones. Popular Palm PDAs include...
Palm, Inc. is the company that makes Palm-branded PDAs and smartphones. Popular Palm PDAs include...
Prepare PDA for Cold Weather
Whether we like it or not, many of us must face winter and colder temperatures every year. Here are a few tips to help keep your PDA in great shape during the colder months.
Whether we like it or not, many of us must face winter and colder temperatures every year. Here are a few tips to help keep your PDA in great shape during the colder months.
CF (CompactFlash) memory card
CompactFlash (CF) is a type of flash memory card used in portable electronic devices....
CompactFlash (CF) is a type of flash memory card used in portable electronic devices....
Screen Shot
A screen shot is an image taken by the PDA that records visible items displayed on the screen...
A screen shot is an image taken by the PDA that records visible items displayed on the screen...
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a type of wireless networking that uses the 802.11 wireless...
Wi-Fi is a type of wireless networking that uses the 802.11 wireless...
miniSD (mini Secure Digital)
The miniSD flash memory card is a small and portable memory format designed for use...
The miniSD flash memory card is a small and portable memory format designed for use...
Top PDA Accessories
A list of the top accessories you'll want to buy for your PDA. Many of these items also make great gifts for PDA users in your life.
A list of the top accessories you'll want to buy for your PDA. Many of these items also make great gifts for PDA users in your life.
PDAs - Articles
An index of articles for the PDAs guide site.
An index of articles for the PDAs guide site.
hot zone
An interconnected area of hot spots and network access points...
An interconnected area of hot spots and network access points...
smartphone
A smartphone is a converged device that...
A smartphone is a converged device that...
palmOne
palmOne is the former name of the company now known as Palm…
palmOne is the former name of the company now known as Palm…
AvantGo
A free mobile application that synchronizes offline versions of websites to your PDA. AvantGo also provides access to travel information, games, and RSS feeds.
A free mobile application that synchronizes offline versions of websites to your PDA. AvantGo also provides access to travel information, games, and RSS feeds.
Bluetooth
A standard for short-range wireless communications that allows you to connect two devices, such as a PDA and a keyboard without wires. Bluetooth supports a range of about 30 feet.
A standard for short-range wireless communications that allows you to connect two devices, such as a PDA and a keyboard without wires. Bluetooth supports a range of about 30 feet.
Remove Grime from PDA
This article provides tips on how to properly clean your PDA's screen.
This article provides tips on how to properly clean your PDA's screen.
stylus
A stylus is an accessory commonly used by PDAs as an input tool...
A stylus is an accessory commonly used by PDAs as an input tool...
Why Should I Backup My PDA?
Without a backup, you’d have to recreate all of the information on your PDA if something would happen that would render your PDA useless
Without a backup, you’d have to recreate all of the information on your PDA if something would happen that would render your PDA useless
Backlight
The light behind a PDA's screen that makes it possible to view information in the dark. Backlights illuminate the display and can be adjusted for brightness.
The light behind a PDA's screen that makes it possible to view information in the dark. Backlights illuminate the display and can be adjusted for brightness.
Beam
To send information between PDAs or other devices using infrared ports on both devices.
To send information between PDAs or other devices using infrared ports on both devices.
Cradle
A device that holds a handheld while synchronizing data with a PC. A cradle can also be used to recharge a PDA's battery.
A device that holds a handheld while synchronizing data with a PC. A cradle can also be used to recharge a PDA's battery.
hot spot
Locations with Wi-Fi access are known as hot spots...
Locations with Wi-Fi access are known as hot spots...