Advantages of Linux Smart Phones

Linux smart phones are user-friendly with advanced features of Linux operating system. Though there are many operating systems available for Smartphones like Symbian, Windows Mobile, Palm etc, Linux operating systems have been serving its users for many years. You may be interested to buy a Linux Smartphone as you have been used to Linux building-block functionality. Another reason is that you may want to experience new things and unique features available in this OS. Though Linux Smartphones are still in the growth phase, due its open source nature you have the freedom to write programs by yourself if you are familiar with programming. Linux Smartphones are not specially catering to casual and business users, but in the coming years it will have its own significant market share.

Most of the interesting functions available in Linux smart phone are due to the fact that it is operated by Linux operating system. Most of the Smartphone functions like Web browsing, Office documentation and editing, Media playback and instant messaging are available. Linux Smartphone permits you to download as well as compile various packages that you can fit in your phone. You can remotely control the PC by applying VNC and can also make free phone calls by using soft phone based on SIP. If you want to talk to somebody during movement, you can use 802.11b/g. You can write to yourself or use sourceforge and find if it’s already written by someone. All these are special advantages for Linux Smartphone users.

With all the functions similar to other smart phones, these phones are still in some ways a Pipe dream. Their existence is very minimal and when compared with other Smartphones, there are not many American providers offering Smartphones currently operating on Linux. But its getting improved as the next version of Palm operating system is going to be based on Linux. Other than supporting open source projects on Linux, it also compatible with established Palm Operating system applications and that is a boon to work on both platforms. There is going to be launch of Motorola Smartphones based on Linux platform in the future, as there is already one handheld device with certification from FCC.

There was great success in Smartphones running with Linux operating system on hardware designed for other brands of Smartphones. Palm Smartphone Treo runs quite nicely with Linux and so for other hardware also it won’t be that harder. Anything can happen in the future like that we may buy smart phones without any operating system and we can install our preferred operating system on our Smartphone. One of the obstacle Linux faces is its intercompatibility with the other Smartphones in the market    Linux Phone Standards forum (LIPS) plays a main role while the sender uses WiFi to contact you. Access formerly known as Palm source who are the makers of Palm operating system are contract members in LIPS and its next version will be Linux based. This does not imply that Linux Smartphones are not seriously supported. The most successful Smartphones in the market like Motorola, Samsung, Panasonic and NEC are running on Linux. The Latest Smartphone SCH-i819 of Samsung focused for Chinese businessmen offers special version of Linux for ideal input of Chinese characters and touch screen support. The additional feature BREW helps for most of the Smartphone downloads.


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Features of Palm Smart Phones

The biggest advantage of Palm Operating system is the information technology departments of various corporates are supported by Palm and it has the dual advantage of the infrastructure to support the Palm devices.

The Palm Treo 650 is compact with full features of a mobile phone with Gmail, Yahoo and e-mail1 including AOL. It has an organizer, web access1 and messaging features and also this model of Palm has finger friendly backlit QWERTY keyboard. The special features are Bluetooth, a wireless technology used for connecting similar Bluetooth devices like car kits and headsets, MP3 player2, an exciting color screen and digital camera which captures video. This Palm smartphone supports network of GSM 850/ 900/1800/1900. The dimension of this phone is 113×59x23mm and its weight is 178 grams. The display type is TFT touchscreen with 65k colors of the size 44×44mm, 320×320 pixels. The QWERTY keyboard has five-way navigation buttons and the ring tone type is polyphonic MP3.

The Palm smartphone has vibration for both incoming calls and messages. Depending on the contacts, you have the option to assign the ring tones. The Phone book of the smartphone has photocall and shared memory. It can also maintain call records in an extensive form. The built-in user memory available is 23 MB and the processor is Intel Pxa270 312 MHz. It also supports the technology like Infrared port, Bluetooth and USB. The smart phone features Palm operating system. It offers built-in functions like messaging, SMS, E-mail, MMS, HTML browser, VGA camera, MP3 player, video and Extended PIM functionality, tasks, calendar, memos and world clock. The batteries of palm smartphones are lithium Ion and can be removed and charged. It offers a talking time of maximum 6 hours and standby time of 300 hours.

The biggest advantage of Palm Operating system is that the information technology departments of various corporates are supported by Palm and it has the dual advantage of the infrastructure to support the Palm devices.

Another popular model, Palm smartphone 700w distinctively stands out in the market of smart phones. It runs on the Windows mobile 5.0 and looks similar to other Palm smartphones. The style of the keyboard is QWERTY and still it slides easily into the users pocket. The shape of the LCD screen is square. Though there are some devices with square screen powered by Windows mobile, the Treo 700w popularity prompts many window developers to make applications square aware.

There are many programs available in the Palm smartphones other than the Palm application and windows mobile. These functions will help you in doing your work easily and to divert you from the existing workload. The Palm smartphones are factory-equipped with applications of Pocket Office and Windows and other helpful third-party programs. The Palm Smartphones recently launched have windows mobile operating system because the users of smart phone need more of business applications than e-mail and contact information. GPS navigation and tracking are great selling points of Palm smartphones. The Microsoft offers 20,000 applications for palm smartphone platform and more applications are developed everyday. The Treo 700w phones have Internet Explore mobile, Notes, File Explorer, Terminal Services Client and Windows Media Player 20.

The Pocket MSN is a program package that helps you to be in touch. This includes trouble-free access to MSN Messenger, MSN Hotmail and MSN Mobile Home. These are a few applications mentioned about Palm Smartphone of Palm and its popularity has increased due to the ‘square aware’ application.


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Finding a Wide of Smart Phone Applications

Smart phone with the use of mobile technology performs multiple roles of a music player, computer, digital camera, calendar, TV, etc.  Smartphones are handheld electronic devices with functionality of PDA and cell phone. Its smartness is not only its outlook but also being very efficient. It is specially designed as a business friendly device and as an all-time office assistant. One of the significant differences of the smartphones with the other phones is the self-configuration. The manufacturer already configures the other standard handsets and the user cannot modify them. Smartphones permit the users to configure and the applications can be selected according to their needs. For example you don’t have to stick to the calendar application and it can be changed to your taste.

WiFi feature is another advantage of some smartphone users as this permits broadband connectivity to the user through wireless network. It has got expanded Personal Information Management (PIM) that can be perfectly used by you for certain options. This helps you to get reminded of your engagements at the time you have chosen. Another remarkable smartphone application is its communication with desktops and laptops.

The smartphone applications allow you to send instant messages, e-mail etc. It supports applications of video games but video files and audio files can be played in some accepted formats. Latest smartphones introduced in the market are designed with a new feature Viz. Near Field Communication (NFC) and this application allows the user to the smartphone similar to a credit card that is wireless. So while buying smartphones, look for its applications and read the particular smartphone model’s technical reviews, as this will help you to choose the best featured smartphone. The applications mainly used by users are ringtones, games themes, wallpapers, calendars, email and cameras.

A smartphone has an operating system like a PC or a laptop. The various operating systems available are Symbian, Blackberry, Palm, Windows mobile, Linux etc. Nokia Symbian smartphone has the largest software availability. Microsoft and Symbian operating systems are widely used in the smartphones and they dominate the market also. Smartphone applications offers information features like wireless e-mail, fax, intercom, online banking, PIM, LAN connectivity, Web browsing and data entry in graffiti style. They permit the users to transfer data between computers and phones. Smartphones are great choice for traveling and business professionals as they need frequent access to calendar, e-mails, Internet and other applications during movement.

A Smartphone application offers you convenience in making calls and allows you to take notes at the same time. You can plug in your smartphone earpiece for jotting down notes easily on this hybrid device. The smartphone application allows you for accessing all information in one place and reduces your work of synchronization of PDA and mobile phone. But working on spreadsheets applications on a smartphone drains your battery and the smartphone cannot be used till it’s charged.

The smart functions of smartphones are QWERTY keyboard, securing access to e-mail and touch screen. Smartphone in essence is a voice centric instrument offering PDA capabilities. In smartphones the primary function is voice and secondary function is data. The other features are address book, contact list, to-do list and advanced access for informations etc. With the launch of iPhones in the market, our perception will change and can elevate the smartphone’s application image to a higher level.


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Getting the Best Out of Smart Phones

One of the most expensive personal communication tools is the smart phone. You can find the combined functions of PDA and Cell phone in this device and are quite bigger in size. Generally it costs around $600 and is comparatively expensive than normal handsets. Though you have both the features of cellular phone and functions of PDA you carry only one unit along with you. It is widely used by business people who travel frequently and need to get connected with their office often for appointments and e-mail. You won’t miss any important issues in your work place even when you are not in your office for long periods.

For purchasing a smart phone, consider finding a mobile phone plan that provides additional data for Internet browsing and e-mail. Many service providers charge a flat fee or monthly allowance from the users per Megabyte usage. When you are buying a smart phone with WiFi access, check whether your cell phone provider offers WiFi plans. Since the technology is becoming more compact, so are the capabilities of these communication devices.

Most of the phones available in the market have little of smart phone capability like address books, games and calendars.  In simple, the true smart phone is a laptop in a portable form. Some important functions are E-mail, PDF, spreadsheets and expanded PIM information.

Smart phones allow you to access and use Internet through a Voice over Internet Protocol server (VoIP). This helps you to remain connected even when the phone service is not available. With important functions like spreadsheets and PDF, a smart phone gives you serious power to your hands like; you not only can down load documents by using this device but many of them allow you to work with the help of a keyboard in the smart phone. The smart phones have expanded PIM so that it not only provides address book and calendar but also lets you prepare to-do lists, contact list and automatic notices on important dates to your reminder. This feature helps you to keep reminded of important people and dates so that you plan ahead for the day’s activity.

A smart phone allows you to make calls and also to take notes simultaneously. The phone earpiece can be just plugged in and you can easily jot down the notes on the same hybrid device. There are a few disadvantages when you depend on your smart phone totally. If you work on the spreadsheets for sometime, the battery power of the smart phone will wipe off or drain easily within minutes .You will be left with no PDA and no cell phone when the smart phone runs out of charge or power. Only few people can afford for such expensive devices as it is very expensive and price of a costly smart phone is $800. The size is bulky and so it is uncomfortable while making calls. Small keypad and small screen are not easier to work.

The smart phone has accomplished a lot in a short span of time. The potential of technology is made use of for efficient, faster and easier means of communication by Smart phones. It needs a little improvement and perfection for capturing the PDA market and is getting closer to get recognized as the crown king of the competitive communication devices.


by: Antony White

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