Qix sounds interesting to me because it reminds me of my favorite Windows utility, ActiveWords. I know that Windows Mobile has some features that are similar, but I don't think they are as easy to use as Qix, nor as fast. Yes, you can use Find on Pocket PCs, but that feature is so rarely used that Microsoft actually took it off the Start menu in the Second Edition of Windows Mobile 2003.
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Sailing Clicker provides an example of a cool use for Bluetooth. This program enables one to use a mobile phone as a remote control for Macintoshes running OS X. For example, with the program running on a Mac and a phone, it can automatically detect when the phone is in proximity and start playing music.
Of course, a big downside to Sailing Clicker is that it is limited to OS X and certain mobile phones. A program is being developed for Windows Mobile Smartphones that provides similar functions as Sailing Clicker, but for Windows. Unfortunately, it is also hampered by similar limitations. It only works with Smartphones running Windows Mobile, but worse, it also requires Microsoft's Bluetooth software running on Windows XP with Service Pack 2. I would venture to guess that most people using Bluetooth with Windows XP are not using Microsoft's software, but rather using the software that comes with their Bluetooth radio.
posted by Frank McPherson 12:35 PM |
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EdgeQ - TrafficEdge This beta program reportedly provides traffic information for major cities.
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