Sync Buddy, the backup, install and photo management tool for Mac OS X users with Palm OS handhelds, has been updated. Version 2.0.1 fixes several issues and brings some enhancements, such as fixing connection issues with Tungsten C and some other handhelds, fixing an issue with finding and displaying pictures on removable media, and more.

Taking pictures with your mobile phone is no longer confined to what is visible through the view finder on the phone. Sony Ericsson’s new Bluetooth controlled camera, ROB-1, can move around freely, steered wirelessly by the joy-stick or keypad on your mobile phone or with the touch screen on the P900/P910, enabling you to see on your phone screen exactly what ROB-1 is looking at. You can then capture these images using your phone just as you would a normal photo.

Mobile telephone services need to be far less confusing to consumers, the heads of top U.S. wireless operators said on Wednesday, even as they talked up complex features such as Web surfing or video on phones. Some argue that rapid improvements in wireless technology have made obsolete the idea of the phone as a simple voice communications device.

Man, have we been getting letters. Apparently, there are a ton of rumors out there right now about what palmOne and PalmSource are up to. As you know, we don’t believe in publishing rumors, so this time we’re just going to tell you what we know as truth.

First, effective April, palmOne and Apple will become wholly-owned subsidiaries of the Dole Food Company, Inc. The Palm OS is being rewritten to support Linux, and this is because all Apple computers shipped from April on will run Palm OS only.

The entire Apple i-series of software has been discontinued in favor of four new “Big” apps, entitled: iMemo, iContact, iDatebook, and iTasks. To improve its speed, the Palm Desktop is being rewritten in Javascript. All new computers from both Apple and palmOne will have the sunburst logo on them.

The smaller handhelds have the code name “Golden Supreme” while the larger, full-size computers have the code name “Sugar Loaf”. Both the handhelds and the computers will be shipped only in yellow and red. Corporate headquarters and development teams will relocate to Oahu. In order to reduce the size of the new handhelds, the Golden Supreme series will be shipping without a display. Rather than looking at your calendar or task list, the device will simply tell you what you’re supposed to do next.

Dole has, apparently, invested in new semiconductor fab technology that allows them to grow microchips and processors from actual soil, using something they call the Ginaca machine. As a result, rather than plugging in the new Golden Supreme and Sugar Loaf devices, you’ll simply have to store them in the fridge overnight to recharge them. The devices also respond well to sunlight. Operating them in bright sunlight will speed them up, operating in the same way as overclocking.

In addition, rather than upgrading your devices every 18 months, you’ll be able to grow them. When the device is about 18 months old it will sprout a bright red cone. If this hasn’t happened by 20 months, “coax” the cone out by putting the entire computer in a large plastic garbage bag. Place a ripe apple in the bag and tie it closed, move to a shady spot and leave for three days. Remove the bag and return the computer to its usual sunny location (by this time, you’ll have learned how this improves performance). The bright red cone should appear after about two months. The next stage brings row upon row of beautiful, bright blue icons, which will appear over two weeks. When the colors of the last icon fade, the device itself begins to develop. When your device is six months old, it becomes more feature rich and changes color, turning from green to rich gold on the inside and outside. Then it’s time to pack up and enjoy it.

Like we’ve told you before, we don’t traffic in rumors.

Sony’s PlayStation Portable gained more support as a multimedia gadget, with Disney announcing plans on Wednesday to sell movies formatted for the sought-after device. Disney’s Buena Vista Home Entertainment division said in a statement that it plans to release movies on the Universal Media Disc, or UMD, format used by the PSP shortly after the device goes on sale in North America next week.

PT Indosat and Research In Motion introduced BlackBerry Internet Service in Indonesia, providing individuals and smaller businesses with a world leading wireless solution for staying connected to people and information. BlackBerry offers integrated support for wireless email, mobile phone, text messaging and organizer. BlackBerry Internet Service is an excellent choice for personal users and SMEs (small-to-medium enterprises) that want a hosted service without need for special server software or advanced IT support.

iambic announced the release of two versions of Agendus for Windows, the desktop version of iambic’s personal information management (PIM) program. Agendus for Windows, Palm Desktop Edition enables users to work seamlessly between their desktop and handheld device. Agendus for Windows, Outlook Edition delivers to users of Microsoft Outlook the critically acclaimed features of Agendus, such as customized categories, colors, and contact histories, which have been enabling handheld users to unlock the full potential of their devices.

Karrier Communications announced the upcoming shipment of its new IntelliGolf Eagle edition golf scoring, wagering, and GPS software for PalmOne handhelds, Treo handhelds, and Microsoft Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and Smartphones. The IntelliGolf Eagle edition is the only golf software to include all seven S’s of golf: Scoring, Shot tracking, Satellite GPS, Sharing, Sidegames (30+), Statistics (250+), and Signature course (20,000+) scorecards. The Eagle edition is compatible with over 30 industry-leading GPS receivers via Bluetooth, SDIO and Compact Flash connections.

MobiMate announced that WorldMate now supports Windows Mobile-based Smartphones. WorldMate is an all-in-one package for the frequent business traveler, featuring essential services including world time, global weather forecasts (provided by The Weather Channel-

Hitachi unveiled the “Emiew”, its first humanoid robot, on Tuesday, saying it was the world’s quickest-moving robot yet. Emiew, which stands for “excellent mobility and interactive existence as workmate,” can run as fast as 3.7 mph, compared with Honda Motor’s celebrated Asimo, whose top speed is a pokey 1.86 mph.