Pocket PC Phone: HP iPAQ hw6900/hw6945 Mobile messenger Series

Release Date Set for HP iPAQ hw6940 Mobile Messenger series Models.

HP set the release date for iPAQ hw6940 and iPAQ hw6945 Mobile messengers. The devices cost 600 USD and will be offered by Cingular by the end of this week (15/09/06). UPDATE: Estimated Ship date for the hw6940 is 21/09/06 and for hw6945 10/1/06 according to HP web site.

As noted by HP, the hw6940/6945 is NOT carrier certified; therefore it will only be sold by HP and HP's channel partners. It will not be available for sale through any wireless carriers, retail stores, or retail outlets. As it is not carrier certified, all support and service will be managed directly by HP. In order to perform GPS navigation, a software application and maps must be purchased separately.

The HP iPAQ hw6900 Mobile Messenger provides all the essentials to keep your business running even when you're away from the office -- phone, e-mail, and more secure access to business-critical information. At the same time, let your HP iPAQ keep life fun using GPS Navigation, the HP Photosmart Camera, and Microsoft® Windows Media Player 10 Mobile to play your digital music and videos.

Features

• iTALK: Quad-band GSM technology delivers high quality mobile voice4 and data services5 with roaming capabilities across the world.
• iCONNECT: A variety of integrated wireless technologies, including GPRS/EDGE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth let you connect and communicate in and away from the office.1,2
• iFIND: Transform your HP iPAQ into a personal guide to get you where you need to go with the built-in GPS receiver.3
• iWORK: Read and respond to e-mail using powerful solutions that help maintain your businesses' security. A Mini-SD slot is available to add memory as you need it or to exchange files between your HP iPAQ and another device.
• iCREATE: The built-in HP Photosmart Camera allows you to take a quick photo and share it wirelessly from your handheld.
• iPLAY: Your HP iPAQ keeps life fun with Microsoft Windows Media Player® 10 Mobile to play your music and videos, HP Photosmart Mobile Software to show off your photos, and Windows Mobile games to challenge your mind.
• Internet Explorer Mobile, Windows Media® Player Mobile and Microsoft® Office programs for Windows Mobile™ are included.
• Warranty: 1 year hardware, 90 day software.

Specifications

Operating System
Genuine Windows Mobile™ 5.0, Phone Edition with Messaging and Security Feature Pack

Available processors
Intel® PXA270 Processor 416 MHZ

Memory
Available memory
45 MB available for persistent user storage; 64 MB SDRAM for running applications

Audio, Slots, and Ports
Audio
Integrated microphone, receiver, speaker, one 2.5 mm stereo headphone jack, MP3 stereo (through headphone jack)
Slots
1 Integrated Mini-SD slot

Graphics and Input/Output devices
Input devices
Integrated alphanumeric keyboard

Communication features
Wireless
Quad band GSM/GPRS/EDGE, Wi-Fi (802.11b), Bluetooth® 1.2, IrDA SIR 1.2

Software
Software included (ROM)
Powered by Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 5.0 - Phone Edition: Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Voice Recorder, Notes, Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile, Internet Explorer Mobile, Windows Media Player 10 Mobile, Calculator, Solitaire, Bubble Breaker, Messaging, File Explorer, Terminal Services Client, VPN Client, Infrared Beaming, Clock, Align Screen, and Memory. Microsoft Outlook 2002, Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1 HP Exclusive Applications: HP Photosmart Camera Software, HP Photosmart Mobile Software, iPAQ Wireless with Today Screen plug-in, HP Profiles with Today Screen plug-in, Bluetooth Manager, Today Panel Lite, HP Help and Support, HP QuickStart Tour, Modem Link, SIM Manager, Microsoft Pocket Streets 2006 (NA only)

Product specifications
Dimensions (h x w x d)
4.65 x 2.8 x 0.71 in ( x x )
Weight
6.33 oz