CNET News reports that Handspring had the top-selling handheld computer in the retail handheld market in June. The article cites data indicating Handspring is exploiting product delays and component shortages experienced by its rivals, Palm and Compaq Computer. According to the market research firm PC Data, the Visor Deluxe accounted for 25 percent of all PDA sales in retail stores.

Forbes.com announced that it has signed an agreement with AvantGo, Inc. to deliver Forbes.com’s editorial content to mobile devices. Users of Palm OS and Windows CE-based handheld devices will now have access to Forbes.com’s news coverage and analysis of business and technology.

Grinder Gear has developed a Cordura toss bag called the Scout designed to protect handheld computers during rugged outdoor activity such as rock climbing or hang-gliding. The bag features triple layer protection from rain, dirt, and falls and a one-hand opening system. The designers claim the bag is designed to fit nearly every Palm-sized PDA on the market.

The Gadgeteer has a review of the iPAQ’s Compact Flash Expansion Pack. The reviewer speaks highly of the device’s functionality and ease of use, but criticizes the extra size and weight the pack adds to the device.

Mobile Computing reports from Hong Kong that Psion Connect has announced the availability of the Psion 56K Travel Modem for Windows CE, Palm, and Handspring handheld devices. According to the article, users will be able to surf the Web, send and receive email, and download data to their handheld device at modem speeds of up to 56 kilobits-per-second.

Tillanosoft announced an updated version of its PocketNotepad software which now supports the Pocket PC. The text editing software is designed to have the same operational feel as desktop Notepad. The designers describe it as being good for viewing text files, for taking a short memo, or as a buffer in cutting and pasting.

Grinder Gear has developed a Cordura toss bag called the Scout designed to protect handheld computers during rugged outdoor activity such as rock climbing or hang-gliding. The bag features triple layer protection from rain, dirt, and falls and a one-hand opening system. The designers claim the bag is designed to fit nearly every Palm-sized PDA on the market.

IT-Director.com has a commentary on Conduits Technologies’ Peacemaker software designed to let a Pocket PC pass information to Palm devices using infra red waves. The fact that the software runs only on Pocket PC, the article contends, demonstrates the need to adapt to the standards set by Palm, as the market leader. “This is an interesting reversal of fortunes for Microsoft, which has usually been the standard setter rather than the contender,” the writer notes.

Mobile Computing reports from Hong Kong that Psion Connect has announced the availability of the Psion 56K Travel Modem for Windows CE, Palm, and Handspring handheld devices. According to the article, users will be able to surf the Web, send and receive email, and download data to their handheld device at modem speeds of up to 56 kilobits-per-second.

Planet IT reports that Communicating Limited in London has developed a wireless trading system operating on Windows CE mobile devices. The system is used to access Liffe Connect, the electronic futures trading platform on the London International Financial Futures and Options Exchange. The Communicating wireless system is currently being used by Nick England Trading Limited and Pinner House.