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- Rob Bushway
 It has been a while since we've done an InkShow on Bluebeam's PDF Revu, but with their recent release of version 6.2, we thought it was a perfect time to do a refresh and take a look at what has changed from version 5 to 6.
In this InkShow, I go over many of the new features, as well as showing why PDF Revu is seen as the standard bearer in PDF annotating. Granted, I ran in to a few issues like inconsistent treatment of Vista TIP and Bluebeam's own TIP, but overall, I'd say that version 6.2 is a winner and it will continue to be my application of choice for annotating PDFs. Bluebeam PDF Revu is available for $149. 
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- Matt Faulkner
The past few weeks I have been trying to find a ‘companion’ Tablet PC to go with my work laptop. The first device I had a look at was this HTC Shift provided by Dynamism. We have taken a look at the Shift in the past, but this is a different angle. Will it fill the Tablet PC/UMPC needs as a companion to a ‘regular’ laptop? I go over the things I like and the things I don’t like about the device as a whole. To get the final decision you’ll have to watch the InkShow!! Download the high res InkShow ( WMV, 22 min, 140 mb ) Watch the embedded video below Check out Dynamism to buy the HTC Shift
- Sierra Modro
While I was at the HP event in Berlin, I got an HP iPAQ 900 Series Business Communicator, aka a really nice PDA phone. This phone has it all - Windows Mobile 6.1 Pro, touch screen, GPS, 3MP camera. Except that it isn't mine anymore. As you may remember, I got an Apple iPhone a few months back, so I have a nice new phone. My husband, on the other hand, has been using my cast-off phone, an i-mate JAMin, for quite a while, so he got the spandy new iPAQ to use. Following in the footsteps of Thomasin and Kathi, my husband David is helping to do a review of the iPAQ 910c.
 The iPAQ 910c, as it is known in the US, is (was?) scheduled to launch today in "select markets." I haven't been able to find any announcements, though, in any of the major geographies.
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- Processor: Marvell PXA270 processor 416 MHz
- Memory: 128 MB SDRAM
- Flash memory: 256 MB Flash ROM
- Slots:1 microSD
- Display: 2.46-inch Transflective color TFT 320 x 240 pixel touch screen with LED backlight
- Integrated camera: 3 Megapixel, CMOS sensor, auto focus, 4X digital zoom
- Wireless: 802.11b/g with WPA2 security; Bluetooth 2.0 with EDR; Tri-band UMTS/HSDPA; Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE
- GPS: Multimodal GPS navigation
- Dimensions (w x d x h): 2.5 x 0.6 x 4.5 in (64 x 15 x 114 mm)
- Weight: 5.4 oz (15.4 g)
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- Sierra Modro
 Every once in a while I get the opportunity to review a system that is outside of my usual realm of products. Such was the case with the DT Research WebDT 310.
Designed for vertical markets, the WebDT 310 is a 10" slate style Tablet PC - durable, but not ruggedized. It features an AMD Geode™ LX 800 processor and runs your choice of Windows XP Tablet PC Edition, WinCE, or Windows XP Embedded. With its focus on vertical markets, the WebDT 310 also has optional magnetic stripe reader, 2MP camera, and barcode reader. You can view the full specs here. The WebDT 310 just won the prestigious "Best Choice of Computex" award for it's flexibility and reliable design. The WebDT 310 also has a smaller brother, the WebDT 360, which has similar options, but uses an 8.4" screen for even better portability. Download the high res InkShow ( WMV, 21 min, 168 mb ) Watch the embedded video below Visit DT Research to learn more about the WebDT 310 All GBM InkShows and Podcasts are sponsored by TechSmith.
- Warner Crocker
 OK, we can’t count. Or I should say Matt can’t count. This is GBM Podcast #53 but we kept referring to it as number 52 in the show. So, if you get confused, blame Matt. After all the younger guys are supposed to keep up with this kinda thing, sparing us old geezers with ancient brain cells a little work.
Regardless of our lack of counting ability, we cover a lot of territory in GBM Podcast #53, including some interesting info on how Matt’s GIS work has come into play with the recent flooding in the Midwest. We also talk about Fujitsu’s new T5010 Tablet PC, HTC’s shifting plans and Origami Experience 2.0 among other topics. Give it a listen.
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- Rob Bushway
 In Part 3 of my Axiotron ModBook InkShow series, I take a look at how the ModBook performs as a Tablet PC using Apple's InkWell technology: InkPad, WriteAnywhere, and Rotation. In short - Apple has a long way to go.
Be sure to watch Part 1, where I tour the ModBook and review some of the software included with the ModBook; and Part 2 where I see how the ModBook performs as a Vista-based Tablet PC using Bootcamp and VMWare.
- Warner Crocker
We’ve passed through spring and now it looks like we’re into a quite a summer on many fronts including some severe weather. By the way, before we move forward here, all of us at GBM send out our thoughts and prayers to those affected by the flooding in the Midwest and rough weather everywhere.
As we all hope for a break from the extreme weather conditions, we know the temperatures will continue to rise as summer progresses. If you find yourself sitting in some air conditioned comfort to avoid the heat looking for something to view or listen to, you might want to look back on last month's GBM InkShow, podcasts, and Shortcuts. We had quite a collection of content for you to enjoy.
And as a special viewing treat, make sure you check out Truc Bui’s Screen Protector Shootout series featuring a number of videos on various screen protectors from Photodon, BoxWave, NuShield, WriteShield, and ProtecT. Truc has more to come this month so keep your eyes peeled for that.
So, here’s the lineup in case you missed any of May’s action, and stay tuned for more coming up soon.
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- Rob Bushway
In Part 2 of my Axiotron ModBook InkShow series, I take a look at how the ModBook performs as a Windows Vista based Tablet PC under Bootcamp and under VMWare's Fusion. In short, Vista Bootcamp provided a near seamless slate tablet pc experience, with the added benefit of having 512 levels of pressure sensitivity and a built-in cd drive. Although a heavy slate Tablet PC, the ModBook performed wonderfully, and is a compelling solution for those needing to keyboard in OS X and ink in Vista using one machine. VMWare's Fusion was a different story, though. There was digitizer support via VMWare, so all inking was accomplished using the standard mouse driver. In addition, there was no TIP support. This VMWare installation was using the Bootcamp partition tested above. For my usage scenarios, I would be more interested in a VMWare solution that worked seamlessly rather than Bootcamp, so this was a disappointment for me. Be sure to watch Part 1 where I tour the ModBook and review some of the software included with the ModBook. In Part 3, I'll take a look at Apple's InkWell applications. I'll then wrap it all up with some closing thoughts.
- Rob Bushway
I've been looking forward to reviewing Axiotron's ModBook ever since it was announced in January 2007. Several weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to finally receive a ModBook and experience an Apple Tablet for the very first time. There is so much to cover on the ModBook, I decided to break this review in to a three-part series. In Part 1, I take a tour of the hardware and show off some of the software included with the ModBook , including a sneak peak at a beta ink brainstorming / mindmapping application developed by Mage Software. Stay tuned for Part 2, when I take a look at the ModBook running Vista Bootcamp and Vista under VMWare's Fusion. In Part 3, I'll take a look at Apple's InkWell applications. I'll then wrap it all up with some closing thoughts.
- Sierra Modro
When I did my first InkShow on the Celio Redfly, I got a lot of questions about the extended capabilities of the Redfly, especially the video and the USB. In this InkShow, I go over using the USB ports to add a USB flash drive and using the external VGA port to extend the video to a projector.
What I was not able to do was to play video. This is not necessarily the Redfly's fault. The AT&T Tilt phone that I was using with the Redfly was having issues with playing video - none of the codecs seemed to be installed properly. I spoke with the Redfly technical support and they said that there are plans to update the Redfly website with information regarding which phones support which features on the Redfly. This should certainly help.
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- Rob Bushway
 We've been talking about the HP HDX Dragon for quite a while on GottaBeMobile.com, so we thought it was time to give a little review of this mobile entertainment powerhouse. Now, we know that a notebook computer this size is normally out of our coverage area and it pushes the envelope with the whole "mobile" idea, but we definitely think you'll be very impressed with it. It is superbly designed, fast, and allows you take your mobile entertainment on the road.
In addition to taking a look at the HDX Dragon, I also review the Waterfield Designs sleeve case especially designed to carry this baby around. Trust me, if you own the HDX Dragon, you are definitely going to want this bag. Now, if you have not already submitted an entry to win the HP HDX Dragon, you need to do so immediately after watching this video review. It is quick, easy, and free! Who knows, this baby could be yours and you might be watching National Treasure 2 on Blue Ray this time next week. All GottaBeMobile.com InkShows and Podcasts are sponsored by TechSmith.
- Matt Faulkner
I have been going over the TabletKiosk G840XT for a while now and have been pretty happy with what I have seen so far!. The unit still feels really light for a rugged unit, that's for sure! I didn't think I would like the 'number pad' at first, but after having it on the unit, it's a nice addition. This InkShow is Part 1 of 2. I needed to make sure I had a few shots of the device before I started to beat it up and break it right :)
In this InkShow I take the G840XT for an spin looking mostly at the software. I add a couple of comments on the exterior that I didn't mention in the Shortcut I filmed a couple of weeks ago. I go over some of the software that is specific to the machine and I also take it out on a quick GPS test.
- Rob Bushway
What better way to get to know a piece of new technology than to find out what a non-techie person thinks, right? That is exactly what we aimed for in this InkShow video review featuring my wife, Kathi, and the Lenovo U110. Kathi has been using the Lenovo U110 Ultra-Portable on and off for the past several weeks, and offers up some surprising insight. In addition, she also has some very interesting things to say about Tablet PCs and why she doesn't want one. The most surprising thing she told me: if the U110 were a Tablet PC, she wouldn't want it. Needless to say, Microsoft and OEMs need to watch this video.
- Sierra Modro
I've wanted to get my hands on a REDFLY by Celio Corp since I saw their booth at CES. My chance has finally arrived! I've been really impressed with the overall build quality and general usefulness of the Redfly. In the video you can see how easy it really is to attach a Windows Mobile phone to the Redfly, both via USB and via Bluetooth, and surf the web or edit docs. Since these are the primary tasks that many mobile users have for a full laptop, I love having the ability to harness the power of my Windows Mobile phone to do it instead of using a full laptop.
While the Redfly is squarely targeted at enterprise IT departments, it's an attractive device that could have much broader utility once the price point comes down to consumer range. By adding 2 USB ports and a VGA port to the overall Windows Mobile phone package, Celio has created a compelling platform combination that will fill many mobile users requirements. For companies that already deploy WinMo phones, the lower total cost of ownership versus a full laptop will make many IT managers very happy indeed - no additional software, limited additional support, and no additional security holes.
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- Rob Bushway
 I love bags. I love unwrapping them, trying them out, and having plenty at my disposal to fit different usage needs: small ones for going back and forth to the office, large ones for carrying lots of gear when traveling, etc.
In this InkShow, I take a look at the Tom Bihn Ristretto Messenger bag. I've been really pleased with this bag and how much it can actually hold. When traveling to Seattle last month, it was my primary bag for carrying the Dell Latitude XT with extended battery, AC adapter, and other miscellaneous things I might need. It was perfect. In this InkShow, I show how much stuff this little bag can hold, and demo various ultra-portables and tablet pcs like the Apple MacBook, Lenovo IdeaPad U110, Lenovo X61 Tablet PC, Lenovo X300, and Dell Latitude XT Tablet PC. Some fit perfect. Others, like the X61, were a bit too snug. The Ristretto is available in various color choices for $70. I highly recommend the accessory organizer pouches, too. Unfortunately, I don't have a direct WMV download of this InkShow.
- Warner Crocker
 Sierra Modro and I sit down and try to wipe the gloss off of our Tablet PCs and other mobile devices as we bring you GBM Podcast #49. Actually, we don’t really, we just talk about this crazy trend towards glossy everything on mobile devices. But we also talk about the Celio RedFly, the HP tx2051, and we wonder if Rob will ever get to really evaluate the Lenovo IdeaPad U110, since his wife seems to have taken it away from him.
It’s a podcast chocked full of good talk and good fun, so check it out. Don’t worry you don’t need a special cloth to wipe the fingerprints off.
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- Warner Crocker
 April is now behind us, but at least where I live we still seem to be getting quite a few April showers still. No matter, April whether wet or dry was a high water mark for GBM InkShow and Shortcut action.
April was also the month in which we welcomed the continued sponsorhsip of our InkShows and podcasts by TechSmith, makers of Snag-It and Camtasia Studio. We’re thrilled that they recognize the value we try to offer and have continued their sponsorship.
We covered some interesting hardware and software in April including the HP 2133 Mini-Note, The Dell Latitude XT Tablet PC, the HP tx2051, as well as Inking on various Tablet PCs, including the Fujitsu P1620 and the Motion F5. We also featured a great chat with the InkSeine Team at Microsoft Labs.
So, here’s the lineup in case you missed any of April’s action, and stay tuned for more coming up soon.
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