Author Archive for Rob Bushway
As the Founding Editor for GottaBeMobile.com, Rob oversaw the growth and overall direction for content, advertising, and management of the site. Rob continues to contribute news content, InkShow video reviews, and participates in its growing forum community. Rob has been a Microsoft Tablet PC MVP since April 2004. Send email to Rob
How Do You Keep Track of The All Stuff You Have to Do?
These days most of the projects and stuff I’ve got swirling around my brain is being organized and stored in MindManager 8. I love the program because of the way I can creatively organize buckets of information around how I think and work, and how it lets others organize around how they think and work. Since they sell both PC and Mac version, I can keep working on the same map across both platforms.
Here is a sample of my current “Stuff” map. I normally operate in the “Now” bucket. The “Now” bucket are things of the highest priority or things I plan on accomplishing within the next day or two. When I’m finished, I’ll mark them as done (normally by using the Strike Through font treatment), then move them to Finished. I’ll then drag things up from the “Next Up” bucket to the “Now” bucket in order of priority. Stuff in the “Later” bucket are several weeks to several months out. I’ll do general brainstorming in the other categories and then move them around as I need to focus on them.
How do you keep on top of all the stuff floating around your head so you don’t lose track of all that you have / want to do?
7% Off Everything at AllTP.com
Is a Tablet PC in your future? Then you need to head over to Allegiance Technology Partners where they are having a 7% off EVERYTHING for the next seven days.
Here is a bit of info from John Hill, the owner of Allegiance Technology Partners:
Wow, seven years in business - it’s hard to believe! Of course, when I started this business on July 2nd, 2002 I was planning on being retired by now. :-)Even though I’m still working for a living, I am enjoying it just as much as I did in the beginning. The reason? Our solutions help businesses become more successful. It is fun to hear our clients tell us about all the money they saved because of what we delivered to them.Enough reminiscing though. I’ve been in business long enough to know that although past successes are important, we always have to answer the question “What have you done for me lately?”. For the next 7 days, buy anything from our online store and a 7% discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
A Tale of Tea and Two iPhones
As usual, our day started by rolling out of bed at 4:30 am, looking for some clean workout clothes. My wife and I both instinctively grabbed our iPhones and hit the Mail icon. While we brushed our teeth, we watched our mail and texts come in - some from our workout partners making sure we were awake and heading out the door, others wanting to convince us of the need for some killer supplement that will extend our life by 28 years. Eyes still half closed, we made our way down stairs, threw down some water and a bar, and then headed to the gym.
GBM Shortcut: Windows 7 Touch and Browser Scrolling Demo
Browsing with your finger in Windows 7 is going to be a different experience across each browser and Windows 7 system. As demonstrated in this GBM Shortcut video, the experience will be based upon the type of touch digitizer your system has, whether the system is Windows 7 Touch logo certified, and what type of browser you are using.
Win an HP dx9000 TouchSmart PC
Attention all developers: AbsoluteWindows.com is giving away an HP dx9000 TouchSmart PC. All you have to do to win is develop a compelling touch application. Watch for details over on AbsoluteWindows.com
Sign Up for OneNote for iPhone Beta
Just the other day we let everyone know about a new notetaking application in development: OneNote for iPhone. The MS Team has just posted a registration page if you’d like to beta test the software. They are accepting registrations through July 30, 2009 and are planning to release the beta around the first of August. Head over now, ok? Tell them the good folks at GottaBeMobile.com sent you.
The OneNote client for iPhone will allow you to:
- Take notes on the fly
- Easily synchronize them with your Office OneNote book
- Access OneNote information on your device
FYI: MS Team is not Microsoft. They are a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner and they specialize in Microsoft technologies
OneNote for iPhone In Development
I’ve been in correspondence with TheMSTeam who let me know that they working on a OneNote application for the iPhone. They have been soliciting my feedback regarding prioritization of features for a version 1.0 release.
If you are interested in beta testing this application, then look for an invitation on TheMSTeam.com website in the next couple of days. We’ll post a note on GBM when the invitation page goes active, too.
What would you like to see in a OneNote application for the iPhone?
GBM Shortcut: Motion Computing J3400 Boot Speed Test
What good are specs if you can’t show something off, right? Well, in this GBM Shortcut I demo Motion Computing’s J3400 Tablet PC with their improved 1.6 ghz processor, 64 gb SSD, 4 gb of RAM, and Windows 7 Build 7201.
- Cold boot: 26 seconds
- Shutdown: 5 seconds
All GBM Shortcuts are sponsored by Lenovo
Motion Computing J3400 Now the Fastest Slate Tablet PC On the Planet
You know that Motion Computing J3400 Tablet PC I’m enjoying the heck out of? Well, Motion has now made the Core 2 Duo 1.6 ghz option available for ordering, the first slate vendor to do so, thus making it the fastest slate tablet pc out there.
Update: Watch our boot speed test video here.
AUSTIN, TX – June 26, 2009 – Motion Computing®, a leader in mobile computing and wireless communications, today announced that the new J3400 Tablet PC is available with the Intel Core™2 Duo 1.6 GHz processor. The new processor provides advanced performance for simultaneously running multiple applications.
Motion’s J3400 offers all of the durability and functionality of a rugged PC, without the extra weight and price associated with traditional fully rugged devices. Customers across industries, including field service, construction, healthcare and automotive services are excited about the rugged design, integrated features and outdoor visibility options.
“By providing AEC professionals with tools that support their mobile environment, Bluebeam and Motion enable project teams to communicate faster and more effectively,” said Stephani Haynes, Director of Marketing for Bluebeam Software, a leading provider of PDF solutions for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry. “We’re excited to see Motion, once again, listen to the industry and provide solutions that improve mobility with the latest advancements in technology.”
Motion Computing J3400 Tablet PC with Windows 7 Build 7201 = Awesome!
Guess what I’ve got in my hot little hands and am inking all over? A Motion Computing J3400 Tablet PC with: Windows 7 Build 7201 (that’s right - more recent than the RC), complete with Windows 7 ready Motion Dashboard, Motion QuickNav, camera, buttons, and rotation all working. This is as close to an OEM build of Windows 7 and OEM drivers as I have yet to see anywhere. I’ve also been playing with Windows Virtual PC running XP and the J3400 has not skipped a beat at all. In addition, this J3400 production build is using a brand new U9600 1.6 ghz processor, 4 gb of RAM, and a 64 gb SSD. This J3400 flies!
So far, I’ve been very impressed with how fluid the tablet pc experience has been on the J3400 running Windows 7. Inking and rotation have been flawless. I’ll be using the J3400 over the next couple of weeks, so look for some more impressions, as well as an InkShow.
By the way, I’ll also be taking the Fujitsu ST6012 head to head with the J3400, so stay tuned for that, too. Yes, I’m going to install Windows 7 on the ST6012, although I’ll be missing Windows 7 OEM driver for the Fujitsu unit.
Meanwhile, enjoy these screenshots showing the experience index, performance values, Motion Dashboard, etc. It is amazing to see only 48 processes running on this guy - well done Motion and Microsoft. I’m going to have to figure out a way to keep this tablet….
HP Offering Free Upgrades to Windows 7
Warner posted this morning about Microsoft’s new pricing for Windows 7. HP is “johnny on the spot” regarding Windows 7 and pricing, announcing that anyone who purchases a new PC between now and October 22 will be eligible for a free upgrade to Windows 7.
Press release below:
HP today announced it will offer the Microsoft Windows® 7 operating system on consumer and business PCs beginning Oct. 22.
To meet customers’ computing needs while protecting their investments, the company is participating in the Windows Upgrade Option Program to help customers transition easily to Windows 7. The program will enable customers who purchase qualifying HP PCs to enjoy the benefits of a new Windows-based PC immediately and receive a free(1) upgrade to Windows 7 when it becomes available in October.
Customers who purchase an HP PC starting today may be eligible for the upgrade program. HP customers can visit www.hp.com/go/windows7upgrade to check for upgrade eligibility, register and get answers about their PCs and current operating systems. Following general availability of Windows 7 on Oct. 22, qualifying customers will receive the Windows 7 upgrade and an upgrade utility disk(2) with a step-by-step guide for installation at their convenience.(3)
Tips to Get You on the Way to Earning a Black Belt in Gmail Ninja
If you live in Gmail like me, then you need all the productivity tips you can get. Fortunately, the Google Gmail Ninja fighting team is here to help us!
Check out these tips, organized from White belt all the way to Master to help you master that Inbox. Ok, gotta run - need to figure out how to do a Jump Front Kick Punch Punch to my Starred items.
Fujitsu ST6012 Tablet PC Picture Gallery
Over the past week, I’ve really been enjoying the Fujitsu ST6012 Tablet PC. I’m still quite impressed by this light weight slate Tablet. Except for still feeling a little sluggish, I have not lacked for anything. From an integrated SD card slot to PC card slot to a 1280 x 800 screen, I have not experienced any compromises in going slate mode with the ST6012.
I’m really enjoying the rounded 6-cell battery. When holding the ST6012 in landscape mode, the rounded battery makes for a very nice grip.
The only thing I wish the ST6012 supported was touch / multi-touch. Although I have not been told anything regarding touch support, I’m hopeful that Windows 7 and a refresh will address that.
I’ll be recording an InkShow later in the week that I hope to publish by this weekend / first of next week. In addition, I’m getting a refresh of Motion Computing’s J3400 Tablet PC, so look for some head to head comparisons between these two fine Tablet PCs. Until then, enjoy these photos.
New PDF Markup / Annotation App Coming Soon From Evernote and Foxit Software
Tablet PC users rejoice - there is a new PDF markup / annotation application coming to town and it is from Evernote and Foxit Software. I can’t share much beyond these screenshots, except to say that the PDF markup application supports context recogntion, which according to the folks at Evernote, should boost recognition for most Tablet PC users beyond the TIP and the regular version of ritePen.
Evernote is best known for their very popular notetaking application, Evernote, as well as their pen-based application ritePen. Foxit Software produces the very popular, and free, Foxit PDF Reader. It is good to see these two fine companies partner together to produce what looks to be a very exciting entry in to the PDF annotation space.
I will share more as I get more info from Evernote, and you can expect an InkShow once we get to put pen to screen on this puppy. Stay tuned!
Update: I just received two more screenshots from Evernote showing creating a PDF form and assigning recognition context to the fields. I can certainly see where this form-filling capability coupled with tablet pcs will be a boon for field force workers and the healthcare industry.
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Love Tablet PCs? Become a Fan of MobileDemand
A lot of businesses are turning to Facebook to create community around their products. It is quickly becoming an important way for companies to communicate directly with the people most interested in their product offerings, as well as get sneak peeks at new products, offer input into new designs, etc.
Recognizing the value in connecting directly with their customers and fans of the Tablet PC space, MobileDemand, maker of rugged Tablet PCs, have launched their own Facebook Fan Page. If you’d like to keep up with what MobileDemand is up to or are just interested in Tablet PCs in general, I’d encourage to head over to Facebook and “Become a Fan” of MobileDemand.