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Mobile Computing: If You Lose Your Cell Phone

James A. Martin

Mobile Computing News, Reviews, & Tips

Wireless Tip: Get Cash for Your Old Cell Phone

Got an old cell phone you don't need? Donating it is one option, as I mentioned in this week's feature. Or you could exchange it for cash or merchandise at one of several Web sites, such as these: CellforCash.com, OldCellPhone.com, and RipMobile.com.

Wireless News: Sprint Launches EVDO Mobile Service for Notebooks

By the time you read this, Sprint is expected to have begun offering mobile broadband service for notebooks at ten times the speed of dial-up connections, the company reports. By year's end, Sprint will make its EVDO (for Evolution Data Optimized) service available to about 143 million people. To access the service on your notebook, you'll need a Sprint PCS Connection Card, which costs $250 before discounts. Verizon Wireless also offers EVDO data service.

Wireless News: Palm OS Coming to LG Smart Phone

LG Electronics announced it will use a version of the Palm OS--possibly Linux-based software--in a future smart phone. Samsung and Kyocera have also licensed a version of the Palm OS for phones but haven't released models yet.

The last few years have been rough for PalmOne and PalmSource; and those who appreciate the Palm OS's ease of use, like me, want to see the OS live long and prosper.

Gadget News: A 6GB LifeDrive on the Way?

A successor to PalmOne's LifeDrive, with its 4GB hard drive, is apparently in the works. According to reports on many PDA news sites, a LifeDrive with a 6GB hard drive could be announced as early as fall. PalmOne hasn't commented. Read PC World reviewer Eric Dahl's assessment of the 4GB LifeDrive.

Gadget News: Take Your Tunes Underwater

Have you ever gone swimming while listening to salsa music? Neither have I, but you can do it with one of H2O Audio's waterproof casings for digital music players. The company offers cases for surface water sports such as swimming or kayaking, as well as for scuba diving and snorkeling. Prices range from $99 to $199.

Wireless News: Nokia to Offer Free 'Push' Service

Nokia plans to offer a free push e-mail service for POP and IMAP users on all its handsets. As with BlackBerry devices, the service will automatically and immediately forward e-mail as it arrives to phones. Though the service itself is free for one year, you'll pay data transmission charges on your cell-phone bill.

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