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The 411: SplashID 4 Password Manager for Pocket PC

Friday, November 30th, 2007

SplashID 4 Password Manager

MySpace, Facebook, Pandora. Between these and the couple of professional social sites, blogspots, PayPal, and the half a dozen or so gaming and music sites that I have active accounts with, I have a good-sized chunk of username and password data scattered around my office, mostly scribbled on the backs of receipts. Not very convenient and definitely not very secure.

Made by the guys at SplashData, SplashID 4 is password management software that turns the PDA of your choice into a portable safe of confidential information. Beyond that, The SplashID 4 password manager also helps you choose passwords for better security, defeat phishing and in general, be safer on the Internet.

The security for the portable password manager is darn good. 256-bit Blowfish encryption keeps data safe and cozy without bogging down a handheld. I can protect just about any type of information with the password management software: usernames and passwords, bank account info, even prescription information. The password manager makes finding the right password pretty simple, too. Splash ID 4 has a Lookup feature that delivers the info as you type.

The SplashID 4 PDA password manager has a sharp set of high resolution icons, so finding what you need is very easy. One new feature for this version of the portable password manager is Web Auto Fill, which prevents keyword loggers from getting username and password information. Other new stuff for the PDA password manager include secure file sharing with other SplashID 4 users, synchronization options with other SplashID databases and a password strength meter to help you beef up your Internet security.

If you want to see what else the SplashID 4 password manager for Pocket PC can do, check out the 30-day free trial at SplashData.

Samsung Gleam U700 Cell Phone Review

Monday, November 26th, 2007

Here’s a new cell phone for Verizon Wireless, the Samsung Gleam U700. This phone is a clamshell that offers a built-in 2.0-megapixel camera, Bluetooth, VZ Navigator Location Based Services and VCAST (Video and Music).

The Gleam U700 is metallic bronze and black and houses a cool silver keypad. This cell phone also has a 262 thousand color display that is 176 x 220 pixels and a whole host of other nifty features too. You’ll find a full list of the Samsung Gleam U700 cell phone specifications here.

A Quite Useful Cell Phone When You Consider These Features

Samsung Gleam U700

  • Integrated 2.0-megapixel resolution camera with Night Shot to help capture the picture in low light, and camcorder to capture life’s more active moments
  • VCAST Video service to download and view video on this multimedia capable phone, and VCAST Music capable to download and play music, ringtones and more
  • Dynamic new living wallpaper options that changes with the time of day
  • Supports the following Bluetooth profiles fore handsfree functionality: mono headset, stereo headset, handsfree, serial port, dial-up networking, object push for vCard only, phonebook access, basic image (for pictures only) and basic print (for pictures only)

With modern lines and a thin profile, the Samsung Gleam U700 will draw looks each time you pull it out of your pocket.

You can buy one of the Samsung Gleam U700 cell phones with a Verizon Wireless plan here.

MOTOPURE H12 Bluetooth Cell Phone Headset - Pure Sound, Design and Comfort

Friday, November 23rd, 2007

Motorola recently unveiled the MOTOPURE H12 Universal Bluetooth Headset. So what’s so special about another Bluetooth earpiece for your cell phone? Aren’t there several great headsets on the market today? Indeed there are quite a few options to choose from right now. However the MOTOPURE H12 has a little something extra that most headsets lack.

The MOTOPURE H12 helps users to better hear and be heard in very noisy environments. This headset accomplishes that with audio-enhancing technology from Motorola called CrystalTalk for headsets.

This new Bluetooth headset for cell phones features superb noise cancellation technology wrapped up in a discreet and convenient package that has a somewhat iconic look.

CrystalTalk has been available before now in a few select Motorola cell phones but this is a first for Motorola headsets.

How Does The MOTOPURE H12 Cellular Phone Headset Work?

So how does the MOTOPURE H12 with CrystalTalk work to cancel unwanted noise? Well to start with, it’s always on to enhance the audio experience without any sort of user intervention. It uses duel microphones to separate the user’s voice from background noise and enhances the user’s voice by channelling pure, clear and natural sounding audio to the caller.

So the technology works great, but is it comfortable to wear?

Nobody we know would want to pick up a cell phone headset if it’s quite uncomfortable to use. Thankfully Motorola has taken comfort into consideration. The MOTOPURE H12 is quite comfortable to wear and use thanks to its TrueComfort ear bud design. Motorola has put considerable resources into an ergonomic measurement study of the human ear. According to Motorola this research included two years of digital assessments. The result is a fit that is optimized around shape, not just size.

Additional in-demand features round out a completely new experience:

  • Using TrueComfort design, the three ear cushion options, combined with a smaller-than-standard eight millimetre external speaker, deliver an outstanding fit.
  • The flexible lightweight ear hook securely holds the headset in place to prevent it from flapping or falling. The headset also can be worn on either ear, and even comfortably with eyewear.
  • A mix of materials that projects a petite silhouette, including perforated alloy bezel and diamond-cut metal, high gloss accents and a soft touch side housing.
  • The headset comes complete with a suite of accessories to integrate the H12 into the consumer’s dynamic day including a matching desktop charger, charging case and shirt clip.
  • The headset has a talk time of up to 5.5 hours with consistent, constant noise reduction and a wireless range of up to 10 meters.

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