Issential Pocket PC softwares

[saru83]

Hi guys,

I am a new Pocket PC user, i am using IMATE JAM, Actually i have been using it for around 2 months.

I just need to know the basic softwares needed to be installed on a pocket pc, i know every one has different needs but anyways i just want to gather information before installing anything extra i already installed a lot of s/w's.

Thanks in advance, your help will really be appreciated.

Regards,
Sarwat

[Darius Wey]

I don't even know where to begin. There are so many threads on this topic. I better link you to a few.

"What Apps Do You Use Most on PPC?" (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=10402)

"Must Have Software List for PPC" (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=16802)

"Essential Freeware Tools" (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=31488)

"What Are The Must Have Apps for PPC?" (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=13814)

"What Must Have Software Should I Install?" (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=10141)

"Want New Software - Am I Missing Something Essential?" (http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=32055)

Hopefully, that should be more than enough to get you started. 8)

[uzetaab]

These are the programs that I think are essential to have:
FREE mobsync (http://www.interq.or.jp/punk/doino/home/) to auto sync memory cards
FREE BatMemTime (http://www.geocities.com/tomgigear77/Software.html) has an estimated time left feature.
FREE Beta Player (http://betaplayer.corecodec.org/) So much better than Win Media Player
$20 SPB Pocket Plus (http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/products/pocketplus/?en) makes the today screen much more usable.
$11 tweaks2k2.net (http://www.tweaks2k2.com/portal/staticpages/index.php?page=20050224182009983) Makes device more reliable & usable.
$25 Flexwallet 2005 (http://www.twopeaks.com/FlexWallet/pocketpc.aspx) Securely store any data eg: phone numbers, passwords, creditcard numbers etc
$11 MemMaid (http://www.pocketgear.com/software_detail.asp?id=14279) optimise the file store

The following are the programs that I use most often, but would not be essential for everyone:
$480 Navman Bluetooth GPS (http://www.navmanusa.com/product.asp?pn=AA005411) directions for driving
$15 per month audible (http://www.audible.com/) listen to audiobooks in the car etc
VARIABLE Mobipocket Reader (http://www.mobipocket.com/en/HomePage/default.asp) read normal books anywhere, even in the dark from Stephen King to the Bible. Reader is free, but books start at free & go up to about $30 most novels are about $8.
FREE Beta Player (http://betaplayer.corecodec.org/) So much better than Win Media Player

[Kowalski]

i use my device for PIM management heavly and here is my applicatons:
Pocket informant - most valuable application installed on my device
tAgenda - today plugin to show upcomming appointments and tasks
PhatNotes and Phat pad - note taking software
SPB pocket plus - today plug in to check system status, close button, IE extensions and shortcuts
Code wallet - securely store my information, passwords etc.
gsfinder+ - file manager
vxUtil - network utility
journal pro - journal/diary software

[saru83]

Thx guys (Darius Wey, Uzetaab, Kowalski), ur information was very very helpful, i Really appriciate it. :D

Regards,
Sarwat

[laugher]

I have an O2 XDA II Mini so its pretty much the same as your Jam. I am a consultant so travelling is what I do throughout the week. Taking note of memory constraints in the Mini, I use the following apps;

Spb Pocket Plus - Tidies up your Today Screen and gives me ready launch apps categorized by Tabs; much more presentable and tidy than other Today Screen addons
PocketBreeze - Allows me to see my day-to-day appointments, tasks in a very compact but very legible manner on my Today Screen
Spb Weather - Allows me to check the weather going forward for the four cities I frequent
Agenda Fusion - My PIM of choice
AvantGo - I don't need to be connected to browse today's news
Pocket 15c - RPN Calculator of choice
I am still searching for an affordable time application which allows me to see what time is in which city. WorldMate Standard/Professional is way too expensive for this.

I am also searching for a good notes editor and then my PDA will be complete.[/list]

[Menneisyys]

You may also want to check out http://pocketpcmag.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=15486 for some additional suggestions.

[ebswift]

Try my freeware dictionary/thesaurus called WordNetCE. You can download it from: http://www.ebswift.com/PocketPC/WordNet/. Let me know what you think.