PN Technologies announced the availability of a new type of Power/Data cable for Sony Clie PDA’s. This cable works with the following Clie’s: PEG-NX70V, PEG-NR70V, PEG-NR70, PEG-T665C, PEG-T665, PEG-T615C, PEG-T415, PEG-SJ30, PEG-SJ20, and PEG-SL10. The cable has a Cigarette Lighter Adapter attached, which powers the Clie. The data cable allows a serial connection to be made to the Clie while powering and operating the unit. This means that a Clie user can operate the Clie with a serial device (GPS, cell phone, etc.) and use the automotive power.

AirSpell, LLC announced the release of AirClock Version 2.40, an alarm clock application for Palm OS devices which features remote control capabilities. Leveraging the built-in infrared port of Palm OS handhelds, AirClock can turn on at a specified time any consumer electronics appliance equipped with a remote control. The new version provides ringtone volume increase for a smooth wake-up, support for international date formats, the ability to leave AirClock on while charging, as well as reduced memory consumption.

LandWare, Inc announced the release of an enhanced version of its Shanghai Pocket Essentials for Palm OS 5 handhelds including the Palm Tungsten T and the Sony CLIE PEG-NX and NZ Series. Shanghai Pocket Essentials has been enhanced to provide life-like tile sets that faithfully reproduce the graphics of Activision’s original desktop classic on Palm OS 5 high-resolution displays.

Handheld Computing Magazine announced the introduction of professionally taught Palm OS and Pocket PC skills classes. Designed for new and novice users of handheld PCs, the half-day courses will teach basic operation as well as tips and techniques for managing contacts, to-do lists, calendars, email, and more. Handheld Computing

Keyspan introduced its 7-Way Media Reader and USB BlueTooth Adapter during MacWorld Expo. Keyspan’s 7-Way Media Reader allows any USB-equipped PC to read and write memory cards used by digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. The reader supports all major types of digital media including: Compact Flash I and II, MicroDrive, SmartMedia, MemoryStick, SD, and MultiMedia Card (MMC). Users simply plug the device into the USB port of any PC or Macintosh. No power adapter is required.

iambic, Inc. unveiled Agendus 6.0, designed to assist the handheld user with demanding scheduling and management tasks. Developed through extensive user feedback, Agendus 6.0 now includes new major features, including Today View, new agenda views, advanced calendar view, customizable background, new jog dial functions, tap-and-hold menu features, alarm set-up for ongoing meetings, and more.

MobiMate is releasing a new version of its best-selling WorldMate travel companion software. The new version incorporates Faster Synchronization, support for Palm OS 5.0, support for Hi-Density graphics, and more.

Red Mercury, LLC has announced the release of AcidImage 2.4 with ARM native support and new security features. AcidImage, an image viewer application for Palm OS, runs on all Palm OS handhelds. New security features enable users to manage public and private access to image files and image groups.

iambic, Inc. unveiled two editions of TimeReporter 4.0, iambic’s time and expense tracking application, available for Windows desktop and Palm OS handheld devices. TimeReporter 4.0 Standard Edition supports Microsoft Access, while TimeReporter 4.0 Professional Edition supports Microsoft Access and Microsoft SQL Server 2000. The program is designed to assist the handheld user with billing clients and keeping track of time and expenses. TimeReporter can run on both the Windows desktop and the Palm OS handheld device. The data saved to the desktop can be imported into Quicken, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Excel, Quickbooks Pro, or any other program that accepts text files.

Karrier Communications announced that sales of IntelliGolf grew over 250% during Y2002 for Palm handhelds and Microsoft Powered Pocket PCs. IntelliGolf now ranks among the Top 15 revenue producers on Handango. The IntelliGolf scorecard software is compatible with Palm handhelds, Palm OS compatibles, Microsoft Powered Pocket PCs, and Windows-based PCs.