Monthly Archives: February 2007

Full Mobile Device Encryption

With the introduction of Windows Mobile 6, Microsoft has taken a first step in closing the gap with BlackBerry for native device encryption (see table below for smartphone OS comparison). Windows Mobile 6 adds the ability to encrypt the entire contents of a memory expansion card. While this protects data stored on an [...]

Treo 750 vs. BlackBerry Pearl

More comparison photos on Flickr
While attending the Gartner Wireless and Mobile Summit 2007, I had the chance to use a Cingular’s Palm Treo 750 for two days.
The verdict: Nice try Palm, but the BlackBerry Pearl wins
Pros:

UMTS-capable
Palm enhanced Today screen
3rd party Windows Mobile 5 application (not included)
Two days plus worth of battery

Cons:

Keyboard [...]