PhatWare Corporation released the beta of CalliGrapher 8.0, the next generation of the company’s handwriting recognition software. CalliGrapher 8.0 supports the new Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 software platform and a new method of entering handwritten data called “Write Pad”. Write Pad is a specified writing pad area at the bottom of the screen where users can enter handwritten information that will be instantly recognized and converted to the digital text. CalliGrapher 8.0 is available to consumers for beta testing, and PhatWare welcomes user participation and feedback.