Conference Report Palm: development trends and prospects

December 7, the company's office MakTsentr held a press conference devoted to new products and news from the major manufacturers of handheld platforms Palm. At the conference were invited journalists from the main Russian komyuternyh publications. "We asked you to come at this particular time because, as we thought we had accumulated a lot of interesting new information that I would like to bring to you. There are new models of Palm` a, new software, new models of Handspring, a new and yet The only model Palm platform has appeared at Sony "- said Dmitry Havzhu, deputy director of the company MakTsentr. Palm - is the most popular Pocket PC platform today. PDA market is constantly evolving, and Palm is not standing still. Jeffrey Barry, a spokesman for MSG in Russia, in the latest issue of Fortune Magazine's technology, developed by Palm Computing, was named the fastest growing technology in the history of the world: over three years was made ​​about 6 million units. Not so long ago, Palm Computing has introduced a new software suite Mobile Internet Kit (MIK), which includes all the necessary applications to access Internet sites and e-mail via mobile phone. In MIK includes WAP-browser software to send and receive SMS-messages and e-mail, and 30 programs to get information from the leading internet sites. On the enclosed CD, only 30 programs, but the site Palm.net them around 450 - that is the number of Web resources available through the Palm device using the technology of Web Clipping. Directly on meeting have been demonstrated MIK: for Palm V was install the program Yahoo! People Search (1.0), and then through a cell phone connection to the site occurred Yahoo! and the query was executed to search a specified person. While that MIK is available separately and costs about $ 40. The next year will be version 4.0 operating system Palm OS. Most likely, version 4.0 will include a software package MIK. In addition, Palm OS 4.0 will be more suited to the national languages ​​than modern versions. The difficulties faced by Russian developers Russifiers primarily due to the fact that the establishment of localization for Palm OS was a little thoughtful or not provided Palm Computing. During the conference, representatives MakTsentr phoned Nilenu Ulrich, manager of distribution of the German Mission of Palm Computing. By the way, answering questions from journalists, Ulrich Nilen reported that Palm is going to develop a Russian localization for Palm OS, which has caused a lot of surprise for all attendees. For the first time such an intention was made official. But when it happens - a big issue. Apparently, very soon. The representative of the Palm reported a lot of other interesting details about the company's plans. According to him, prices ustroaystva remain unchanged until 1 March 2001, and then the situation will change with the launch of new products.All new devices will run on bazee faster processors. Palm Computing plans to unveil a new Palm V with an SD expansion slot at CeBit 2001 in Hannover. The prototype card SD, the size of a coin pyatirublevuyu, was demonstrated to journalists. As for Palm V with a color screen, no information on the timing of appearance of this device yet. Dmitry Havzhu reported that the main problem that developers are trying to solve the Palm vc - is the lack of time the batteries. Andrey Kuznetsov, Head of Mobile MakTsentr development company, made a presentation of new devices from Handspring: Visor Prism and Platinum. Both models operate on the basis of processors with higher clock speed - 33 MHz. Color screen Prism differs significantly from the screen, Palm IIIc: the standard for Palm OS screen resolution of 160x160, the number of colors displayed increased to 65,536. On the new device was less visible pixelation. Prism features allow you to view a photo album and even play videos. And Prism, Platinum, and first presented in Moscow. All information about the devices available on the official website of the manufacturer. By the way, Andrew said that the new colors of the two models gave the CCP a more noble form: "Such a device is not ashamed to get out of his pocket." Much has been said, and new modules Springboard. Of those that have appeared in Moscow, the most interesting SpringPort modem from Xircom. This is not just a standard modem to 56 kbps, but in GSM-modem, 700 KB additional flash memory and a set of software for email and internet. It is worth the modem exactly how many, how many and CF-modem: $ 130 in Russia. Innovation, which raised questions from the journalists - it VisorPhone. Indeed, an interesting device. "All in one: a PDA flick of the wrist into a cell phone. Maybe it's not very convenient, because the size of the device will be compared with the latest models of mobile phones. But with the VisorPhone users have the mass of new features, including working with SMS, email and the Internet. The authors, translation:

Pilotovka, take the second or the view from the outside

Pilotovku, take the second, we "removed" other décor in the new conference hall MakTsentr. Collecting has been appointed for the evening on December 14. Arrived about 50 people armed with Palmami different models and colors. Among pilotomanov was seen with a special judge rarity Newton'om, inspiring respect for its size and age, as well as radio engineer with the Palm 5 and GSM-module, as well as two guests from St. Petersburg. By 20.00 was packed. In a somewhat constrained environment began the official part of the event. According to the program planned a short, forty minutes, to hear reports about the new models Visor'ov - Platinum and Prism, firstborn Sony - Sony Clie PDA and corporate use. In contrast to the official conference for Palm performing Andrei Kuznetsov and Pavel Dolginov said all that really think about the news. Paul, for example, openly complained about the inconvenient cheholchik for the new Sony Slie with which five were present owners of this PDA quite agree. Generally, in a noisy room unanimity prevailed, and soon voices of speakers were difficult to distinguish. In general, new Visory pleased with their powerful processors, and open in the light of this powerful, but gradually from the gallery, and then from the front row fell puzzled questions. Like, why the new Prism 65 thousand colors, what to do, and who needs all this. It is understandable. Talk about color Palm being a long time and they end in sight. Therefore, at the end of his speech, Andrey Kuznetsov invited all actively attacking him with questions and comments to prepare a report to the next pilotovku on topics that interest them. Desire was met with approval. The third speaker Dennis Pichugin began the story of the Industrial PDA (Workabout MX and Symbol PT 1700), as emboldened students asked him to test these models for durability. And Dennis, negligible sumnyaschesya Enough Symbol'om on the table. (Do not worry, the table was not injured). Meanwhile, the excited crowd shouted: "And we and the concrete wall was beaten!" In response, our tester was skeptical stared up svezheokleennuyu white wallpaper a room. Thus began the section pilotovki codenamed "Demonstration and test of the CCP." Meanwhile at the other end of the hall, "acted" activist Spider, attracted to him during the official part of many listeners. In a circle of regular visitors Conferences extensively discussed the problem of polygonal software for Palm'ov. Of course, all worried about the ethical side of this issue .:))) That here and there in a bunch of flashed natural discussions, which, incidentally, ended with nothing special. Arrived, the time for competitions. First - the prize Palmopervenstvo hPCru - especially successful. During his experimentally proved that the fastest way you can print using silkyboard. The winner was fixed rate of 117 characters per minute! Lovely folding keyboard got Vladimir Kozhanova, DC conference attendees, better known as Palmer. The other participants were awarded for zeal brand shirts hPCru. After the competition the very happy owner Claudia confessed that his first Palm also won in the contest.We wish Palmer'u new records! But with the opening of the original functionality of the PDA was too complicated because everything basically told the developers in many manuals. Write a new chapter in this book (for a particular model Palm'a) - this problem was posed to the participants of the second contest. Since it's the mastered all known Stirlitz. In vain, that scout! First, he opened his astonished audience that now from Palm, you can work under water, showing a rare beauty gidrokostyumchik for your pet. That would be glad Cousteau! Second, using Palm'a now measured everything your heart desires. For this Stirlitz sought out and established a special program. Sorry, does not measure the width of the soul! While ... For his ingenuity winner was awarded a firm handle Palm and seems satisfied with the gift. Alex - Eustace: a new task. Identify opportunities Palm'a functioning in a fiery environment and copper pipes. Locate and install a new program to control weighing fruits and vegetables in the market. Joke! Thank you Stirlitz! At pilotovke also summed up the contest for the best program for Palm'a, announced a month ago at palmsoft.narod.ru. Prizes were presented by the creator of the site young pilotoman Ilya Varlamov. First place went to Palm and most prolific party Vyacheslav Mikheev. This worthy man had found 78 programs for PDAs. The second was awarded Palm'om Nariman Namazov, brought to the collection site a little less software. And the third prize - a Palm papier - mache:)) - got Yuri Sokolov, better known as Yes. More precisely, in a cardboard box was packed Stand for PC, which he immediately identified by its own Palm. Thus ended the entertainment part and assembled with a deep sense of satisfaction began to drink tea with cakes. Becoming enthusiastic exclamations were heard: "Only a second pilotovka, but as we turned around!" Immediately began to think how and where to hold the third. But the question remained open. Approximately 22.00 palm'anyaki particularly persistent, do not hesitate, waving his clever device. Someone photographed. Someone dreamed of a bright future pilotovok. Someone looking for a cradle for ... electric kettle to warm some water. But here amid the general confusion was a call to build and raise Palma up! The collective impulse immediately rallied the fans Palm'ov. Together, they are no longer afraid of anything! The authors, translation:

Third Moscow pilotovka at the new location

Changed the venue and time. But pilotomany not change. Those familiar cute face in the new environment ... January 18 at 19.30 in quantities of 36 people are gathered in the premises of the Moscow Children's Club "Computer", which was to take the third pilotovka. How many have admitted in the questionnaire, mainly to listen to the reports, look at others, to show themselves well, and like to share software. Well, third time is always symbolic! Past pilotovka showed that fighters for the cause of Palm ready to "fight" in any conditions. After the workday, for example, can go listen to 4 of the report, every half hour, completely ignoring the cakes and tea, which themselves had brought. And not just listen, and discuss in detail. And this is without rest breaks and samodemonstratsiyu! Unfortunately, all were left without the promised competition, which just does not fit in the evening program and must be held in next time. But the reports at this time were very relevant and illustrative. Thanks to the projector and video camera, the power of artistic expression of speakers has increased several times. And in the hall stood a respectful silence. The first was dokladchkom Andrei Kuznetsov. He announced the withdrawal of Russian Palma "and urged everyone to participate in the project. Programmers are vividly reacted to the invitation, and later expressed a desire to place their projects on disk "Russian Palma. We hope that the wishes be followed by concrete action and await the results. The second speaker Pavel Bulgakov (Stirlitz). His account of the GPS satellite navigation receivers in conjunction with the platform Palm, provoked strong interest and discussion was delayed for half an hour. It turned out that this system of Russia is "somewhat differently than in other countries. So far ... not quite legally, on the enthusiasm. In this connection for the Palm has not yet developed high-quality vector map of Moscow or St. Petersburg, and of other cities and say nothing. Scientists-enthusiasts as always being persecuted by the authorities as to get permission to GPS-receiver with us is impossible, but to get an administrative penalty for his wearing of a $ 800 minimum salaries - please. And you have to hide your Stirlitz priemnichek from watchful guards, the size of the benefit thereof allows. The only thing that can give a brave tester - is cumbersome wires, without which the system GPS + Palm5 not functioning. They say that the question of allowing the use of GPS-receivers is discussed in the summit, but what are threads there just are not discussed? Next were a duo Peter Wolf (Spider) and Yuri Sokolov (YES). They talked about the two programs-shells: the Israeli "HandScape Pro" and "MegaLauncher" from the Russian company Megasoft. YES praised "Handscape Pro" for the opportunity to customize the interface, which immediately and demonstrated. Spider a few times called "MegaLauncher" shell "for the stupid Americans" for the simplicity and intuitive handling. Probably the ideal program shell to actually Spidera - is the one whose function it is impossible to know until the end. Judging by the profiles, the program people in general liked. Someone might even buy both for $ 10 to $ 20 and this despite the fact that the question of whether he cracked software responded positively. It was about ten o'clock, and all were eager to speak pilotomany and discuss, speak and discuss ... True, two recent reports have been five-minute. Sergei Fedotov told about the shell SystemCommander 1.46. Andr told about new software, "third-party" for Sony Clie: JogDial use in all applications, reading of texts written on the Memory Stick (without transferring them to the main memory), a utility for use with Memory Stick (the details of this report will appear later). As soon as the hunger for information was satisfied with the present experienced physical hunger, and finally saw the cakes. During the communication group of activists decided to reorganize the offices of the club on the web. Stay tuned! Give them an extra hour a day, and they filled it with useful information! The organizers thank the Moscow Children's Club "Computer" for the provision of facilities. Organizational HomePage Moscow Palm-club: Palmclub.ru authors, translation:

Fourth pilotovka or what the Germans well, then the Russian bad

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. 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? 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? 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. 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:

Comtek 2001

The exhibition, four years ago, is startling in its scope, today occupies a very small area in two halls of the Expocentre at Krasnaya Presnya. Changed and greatly reduced participation. Apparently affected by high rates of participation in the exhibition.

Handhelds at Comtek

Practically not represented. Advance was known about the two companies participating: MakTsentr and Galaxy Computers. Both stand located in Hall 2, to log in which all visitors should be sure to sign up.

MakTsentr

Stand MakTsentr is in place B-121 within the exposure Hadler Networks. People around a lot, although I can say that in the autumn Softule interested people so much more.

Softul 2001. The first day. Little Shanghai

The first day Softula began very early, at many stands have finished installing the exhibition, prepared by computers, set up equipment. On the stand MakTsentr and HPCru too had been boiling the work were placed on display samples of handheld computers and peripherals, tuned SUPER PC:).

Final preparations

In anticipation of the first visitors

What to do at the show? Of course, try to find something new for yourself, and get answers to urgent questions. At Softule 2001 you have a unique opportunity to talk about handheld computers with professionals from the Division of mobile development company MakTsentr, as well as touch, taste and take a closer look all the most popular models.

What could be better live communication?

Our main showcase

Of course, with some conversations with one of the stand does not let go:). Willing to wait for the draw, surprises, branded T-shirts - every day about 12 o'clock in the afternoon. We have fun!

Who has the most mobile device?

And who better than anyone familiar with the Graffiti?

Tomorrow we will tell you more about the exhibition and our exposure. But tomorrow, September 26! Jornada 565 alive! Welcome to our stand A12 in Hall 69 VVC (ENEA)! Will not be bored! More ... The authors, translation:

Results of competition "Palmovaya branch&quot

Contest winners: First place: RuSMS Second Place: A Guide to Great Novgorod v1.0 Prize Award: Battleship Award for Technical Excellence: Handy Pilot Font Editor v1.9R Yesterday, 27 September 2001, the exhibition Softool'2001 held a press conference on summing up the contest of Russian developers of software applications for the PalmOS "Palmovaya branch. The press conference started with a presentation by the project manager "HPCru: Handheld computers in Russia," Anton Kuznetsov. "The idea of the contest appeared due to the increased recently in the Russian interest in handheld computers. According to statistics, handheld computers are no longer a rarity and rapidly conquering the Russian market. However, it is common knowledge that a computer without a decent software - just a toy. High Russian software developer well known abroad. Unfortunately, the Russian versions of the best programs, very little. The purpose of the contest "Palmovaya branch" - to provide domestic users of handheld software quality as recognized by both developers and novices. guarantee for the high-level programs, participants are assessing beta testers, the participants of the Moscow Palmkluba and competent jury. Additionally, developers have had the opportunity to correct errors identified by the testers and to offer the contest modified versions of their products. particularly welcomed the program, adapted to the Russian market: a Russian and a description of the interface. Special attention was paid to a conceptually new products as well as programs that use Russian know-how. The current contest was an organic continuation of the "Palmovoy branches" of 1999. In the two years has seriously increased the level of work, as well as the interest of Russian users to them. The competition was attended by 16 developers and companies, tests were employed six people, more than 300 people are actively followed up on the competition. Best Development in agreement with the authors will be included in the project company MakTsentr "Russian Palm". " Team presented the party testers Palmkluba Moscow Yuri Sokolov: "At the dawn of computer technology, when it was just beginning, and in the course were machines with limited resources such as BK-0010, there were many amateur programmers who wrote not only games but also very serious program. For someone with all the years have passed, but for many it was a good start in life. Now a similar situation, but only with handheld computers. To be honest, at the beginning of the competition I was afraid that basically have to test any toys or their clones. And it was very nice that the first software product, declared the contest, became the system shell and other major programs. The overall level of competition alleged in the programs is very high. We have been very difficult to pick a winner. After all, it is easy to test low-quality soft and very difficult to soundly. Many thanks to all organizers and participants of the competition. " Magazine columnist "Modus" AY Korsun, on behalf of the jury: "First of all, it is important to note the initiative of MakTsentr. Today is extremely important to encourage the domestic software developers.Indeed, in our country artisans who can write something, a lot. Perhaps because of such shares, as well as companies who understand that should support domestic producers, the number of active Russian developers to increase. The unanimous opinion of the jury, the competition was a lot of interesting work, so the choice of winners was difficult. We had a long discussion, and with great difficulty, identified two of the winning programs. During the discussion, we tried to choose the most relevant products and specifically designed for home users. In general, the experience of such contests should be periodic. I want to wish all participants success and the company MakTsentr continue to do the rest. "After the opening speech, began the most interesting - awarding prizes to contest participants. As usual, the presentation began with the end. All the developers who do not fall into one of the winners were awarded incentive prizes. Especially were marked for relevance and technical execution software developers C4Finance v1.14 (Dmitry Vokhmin), MegaBowling and MegaLauncher (MegaSoft), Warehouse in my pocket (Dmitry Brilyuk), Graffula (Oleg Belousov), bladder (n-th.com). C4Finance ( Developer: Dmitry Vokhmin) - financial calculator that allows you to display graphs, calculate various statistical functions, solve equations, and so on. The interface looks a bit awkward and some of its elements fall out of context. For example, icons for different clipboard operations could be replace the classic "kalkulyatornye" M, M +, M-, MC, and the like, it would be understandable. MegaLauncher (developer: MegaSoft2000) - perhaps one of the most well-known overseas developments. With each version of this launcher is getting better, becoming one of the most popular programs of this class of owners of Palm-colored devices. Unique features such as "Archive" and "Trash" and make it an excellent choice for the advanced user. A convenient interface to something vaguely reminiscent of the operating systems for "large "PCs, helping beginners get started quickly and make full use of their opportunities Palm'ov. MegaBowling (developer: MegaSoft2000). Another program is the same developer, has earned a special assessment of the jury. It is characteristic of the same high quality graphical user interface, which features all of the programs MegaSoft 'Yes. And, in both color and monochrome versions. The best part is that the beautiful "picture" benefits MegaBowling'a not stop there. You can play a very long time, even when you find that little "secret", which allows to achieve 100% hit . So join the wishes of the testers on the count of chance. "Yes, and play together, too, would be interested. We look forward to new versions? Warehouse in my pocket (developer: IDLab / Dmitry Brilyuk). According to testers, this program is one of the most promising among those that were submitted for the contest. As the name implies, its purpose - to record-keeping products in stock. The program has also been finalized in accordance with the expressed wishes, resulting in a Desktop-based application for creating databases on the PC, although at the moment use it not handy. However, if the development will be as fast, soon it will just turn into a real "dream of a storekeeper." We wish Dmitry success, but on a promise that we will follow closely the development of this project. Graffula (designer: Oleg Belousov). Perhaps this program is to encourage all novice users of Palm-devices. While the "advanced" palmovodam also sometimes useful to test your skills with it. And when you consider that the training you can use any text in the format of DOC, then you are teaching graffiti long bored - if you bothered to rewrite Hamlet, install something else. Bubbles (Developer: n-th.com). WARNING: It is very clingy toy! not recommended to install on the eve of passing records, papers, tests or examinations, the results can be deplorable. The rest - another realization is enough known game on a platform of Palm. In future versions I would like to see a couple of changes in the interface and its competitors should be replicated in support of color, and can already be successfully compete with other clones, such as Bubble Shooter. And then came the most solemn moment of meeting, actually, for whom everything came together - rewarding the winners. The prize for technical excellence was author of Handy Pilot Font Editor, designed to develop fonts for computers PalmOS, Alexander Ovcharenko. If the program has received a prize award, chosen by all visitors HPCru, then the prize for technical excellence was presented to testers, which is the most advanced users of PDAs. Therefore chosen was very interesting, but rather a specialized program Handy Pilot Font Editor. It is designed to develop fonts that you can replace the built-in system with the popular FontHack'a. That the application received the highest score on the test results (7.73), and the description of the program, which produced a team of testers who used the word "best" and "charm" ;-) In general, it is clear that the program they really liked, but still first place is not finished. This is because the average user to understand it will be difficult, even though very detailed documentation and user-friendly interface. Still, it's a fairly specific program, and it is unlikely to be of interest to ordinary users, but for people passionate she seemed to enjoy it. And the prize was also unusual, but very useful - a package Falch.net Developer Studio for PalmOS-design applications. Handed over the prize - a software package Falch.net DeveloperStudio for Palm OS - Yuri Sokolov. According to him, "the choice of winner has been very difficult, there was much debate, but as a result of the prize was the author of a remarkable product. The testing was written about 15 different fonts, which are now used with great success and replace standard fonts Palm'a. Large thanks to the author. " Prize Award - PDA Handera 330 - to the head of TB Labs Ilya Tyurin for the game Battleship. Not surprising that the program has earned the love of Russian Internet users Palm (recall that this prize is awarded through an open ballot held on the site hpc.ru). Because it is "paper" version allows many generations of pupils and students pass the time on boring lessons and lectures. Palm users do not have to draw on the cellular sheets of 10x10 squares, and whisper called coordinates, now the process of preparation and the actual game is completely automated. Say "thank you" to a group of developers TB Labs, and personally Ilya Tyurin for the work done, and still ask to add support for the game on two PalmOS-devices with data transfer via an infrared port - then play will not only neighbors in the party, but also those who sit for different tables:) This feature is they can work out on a brand new Handera 330, which presented the project manager HPCru, Anton Kuznetsov. Second place was taken by Novgorod company Antares Software for the program guide to Veliky Novgorod. This is the first but not the latest development for the PalmOS. Deciding factor in choosing again not was not the score, and the high quality of performance and value for home users. Best on this occasion told testers: "It is envy the people of Novgorod, were so detailed atlas ... One can only hope that this handbook will be the first among a series of such programs."Unfortunately, at present the company Antares Software did not provide the SDK or any documented way to create a new "Guide to ..." for other cities. However, if you have such a wish, you can try to contact them and discuss this issue. The experience gained in creating such a wonderful program, probably will use a good interface with other similar projects. Honorary Award - Palm m500 - a company representative handed AA Korsun. And finally, the first place. Its got a software developer RuSMS - Sergej Oskin. RuSMS allows you to send SMS in Russian, if the receiving phone has the ability to send and in transliteration written in Russian message. The developer received a prize - Visor Prism. On behalf of the jury acted A. Korsun: "I am very pleased, especially because at the very beginning of the contest, I said that additional polballa get one that will connect in some way his program with mobile phones. But I did not put his hand , because I understand this program and so will be appreciated, it is very useful and easy to use. " Jury members and beta testers have been particularly noted the relevance of this program for Russian users. Due to this factor, RuSMS snatched victory from the competitors, although the total score was only in third place. It is noteworthy that in the general ranking of the program rose to several positions since the new version, in which the advice of the team of testers have been added several new features and redesigned interface. Let's hope that Sergei would bring his project to release adds even more features, as well as work on documentation. Maybe, there will be color-version of the program, because the award took first place was a color Visor Prism. His handed Dmitry Havzhu, CEO MakTsentr. Sergej Oskin thanked the organizers of the competition. According to him, said he had until the last moment did not believe that won first place. All programs have been demonstrated contestants and guests at our SUPER computer. And at the end press conference turned into a light buffet, guests and organizers were talking among themselves, discussing the results of the competition, and shared views. The authors, translation: