Finally took place on 4 th Pilotovka! As always, pilotomany gathered together, to discuss the sore, share the joys and exchange experience. From the last Pilotovki many expected, and these expectations were not disappointed. After all, who would have thought that the humble abode Palmkluba attend as honored guests:). Simona Hosek (TeleSales Account Manager EEC) and Ulrich Nielen (Palm Germany GmbH, Sales Manager Distribution), who arrived recently in Moscow, in response to the invitation of the organizers and with the mediation of MakTsentr kindly agreed to take part in Pilotovke and answer a few questions of the Moscow fans Palm.
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On what was a conversation in Palmklube? Basically, of course, about the new models Palm, rumors about the appearance of which is actively being discussed in recent times, as well as Palm's plans for the future. Much of what is said Nielen, he says, to secret information, so we kindly ask for English language content of conversations did not translate to a Ulrich'a had no trouble at work:). Unfortunately, the names of people asking questions to establish unlikely, so let's assume that the questions were asked on behalf of all Palmkluba (PC). PC: In recent years, the Internet there are many reports of new models Palm m105 and Palm m505. Could you tell us about them?
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MI: So far I can not give you full information. March 6, we will begin production of new models Palm m105, similar to Palm m100, the main difference from the previous version will increase memory up to 8MB. Palm m505, in turn, is provided in the form factor Palm V. Plans to release two versions - with color and monochrome screens. Most likely, Palm m505 will be released in the next two months. That's all I can say at this time. PC: How many colors will the new device and what can you say about the possibilities of expansion. VH: Very interesting question. While I can only say that we have expanded memory in new models. Expansion cards or MultiMedia become Sard, or Security Digital Card, the maximum amount which will be 256 MB. The new models will be used by a processor Motorola DragonBall 60 MHz. As for colors, the Palm m505 will be available 16-bit color, that is, the screen will display over 65,000 colors. The screen resolution will be increased to 100dpi. PC: What can you say about running programs from the storage cards? VH: In the near future we plan to start producing cards from stitched programs. Basically this will be maps, books, translators, and games. PC: What is the approximate price of the device? MI: You look too far ahead too early to talk about that something. And besides, I do not have such authority. I think it will be about 450-550 dollars. But it is my opinion. PC: What can you say about the additional features found in newer models? MI: For Palm m505 can connect your digital camera to work with the device as a digital voice recorder, support functions such as GPS-navigation and Bluetooth wireless protocol for direct connection to mobile devices. PC: At what time have enough battery power? VH: We use energy-saving technology in our devices. The new models will run on lithium-polymer batteries, not lithium-yonnyh used previously. If before you could work within 2 weeks of using the device for an hour a day, now with the same work will be possible to work within four weeks. True, if you use these cards, such as GPS, while substantially reduced.PC: What can you say about the operating system for new devices?
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MI: The devices will be installed operating system Palm OS 4.0. This is a completely new system. PC: Does this mean that Palm, finally, get rid of a licensed it once with a third company's core operatsiolnnoy system? VH: Yes. Kernel re-written. PC: Will it be possible using the new operating system on older devices? VH: Yes, use both the older devices that use flash-memory and on possible future models. But the operating system designed for memory expansion modules, and therefore may have some problems with the recognition of older devices. PC: Will there be the opportunity to work with sound (recording, playback and so on)? VH: Yes, of course, you can listen to MP3 files, watch MPEG4-video. This will be possible due to the fact that the expansion cards are not just a memory expansion cards, as such, they can take a significant share of the calculations, they can be integrated with the hardware. PC: Tell me please, does this mean that Palm reoriented in the same direction as the Pocket PC? UNIVERSITY: Even at first glance, a color screen really looks like Compaq iPAQ. But our strategy was as follows: we have the best organizer plus the best model for Internet connection, but now we have the best organizer with An opportunity to connect to the Internet and with good multimedia capabilities. We give the user what he wants ... By the way, recently, one of Microsoft representatives said that the next version of Windows will include support for Palm-level conduits. Who knows, maybe the line Pocket PC generally runs out? .. PC: Do you plan to release Russian Palm devices? VH: In connection with the fact that the Russian font is very different from Europe, it will be difficult. In addition, Russia has not yet such a high level of sales. But in the future it is quite possible. PC: Will the new operating system supports multitasking? MI: We believe that the use of conventional applications, multi-tasking for our devices in the sense in which we are accustomed to seeing her, that is, for example, in the form of a few windows to simultaneously running applications, in principle, not necessary. The Internet-based applications, applications for SMS and so on, it will be maintained. PC: Why is the choice of storage cards, you stopped it on SD? UNIVERSITY: First of all, we started from an external factor. You know that a CompactFlash module and Springboard is bigger and thicker than the Security Digital. In addition, SD supports "plug-and-play". Because of this, it will be possible to work with the software, wired to the card, immediately after the connection. In addition, SD-card strike us as extremely promising, the amount of memory they can reach 1 GB. By the way, Panasonic has recently released a digital camera, the information carrier in which the cards are Security Digital.
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Issues were still a lot, but, unfortunately, the guests did not have much time. Despite this, all were satisfied with each other. At the conclusion of the conversation, Mr. Nilen expressed a desire to meet again. Moreover, he promised that, if unable to attend the pilotovke personally, he would be happy to talk with pilotomanami by telephone and in-line to answer all questions. By the way, at the very beginning, Mr. Nilen said that it was surprised by the existence of such a friendly and active club. Palm attempts abroad to organize similar events, as a rule, ended unsuccessfully. There is nobody to take an example! The authors, translation: