TeleType GPS has announced the release of TeleType GPS v052000 for the Pocket PC. Its features include Pocket PC support in Native mode, better support for Windows NT and Windows 2000, fleet tracking enhancements, and voice and visual display for routing via the Internet.

Synchrologic, Inc. announced upgrades to its iMobile Suite, used for managing Palm OS-based handhelds and smartphones, Pocket PCs, and laptops. iMobile File Distribution 3.0 provides automatic delivery of content and files to mobile and wireless devices, and can retrieve files from mobile devices for redistribution within the mobile network, or for backup to enterprise servers.

CNET News reports that Compaq’s iPaq Pocket PC is selling at online auctions for hundreds of dollars over the retail price. The iPaq is selling for $700 and $800 on eBay and Amazon.com auctions, despite the estimated retail price of $499. Nora Hahn, a spokeswoman for Compaq, is quoted as saying, “The demand has just been overwhelming for this product. We’re behind the curve.” She claims to have seen iPaq prices as high as $1,000 on eBay.

PDA Resources has announced the availability of ZapIt! for the Pocket PC. The software allows users to quickly close the currently active task on the Pocket PC. ZapIt! is designed so that it doesn’t run in the background and doesn’t take up CPU cycles as a result.

SYWARE Inc. announced the release of a reporting and printing tool called Report CE for the Pocket PC. It allows users to create and print custom reports from any Pocket PC device. In addition to traditional reports, the software can be used to print invoices, quotes, and customer receipts.

Welcome to our first issue of Pocket PC Life Magazine, formerly Windows CE Power Magazine. There’s lots of great new stuff, and a new look for our home page. Everything should be going smoothly, but if you do find something that’s not working right (or missing pages or links), please let us know by sending a note to me at david@pocketpclife.com. — DG

Palm.Net now has over 400 Web clipping applications categorized and available for download.

Palm launched a new site called PalmOS.Com for licensees, strategic partners and developers, and for others interested in Palm OS platform news. It contains information on licensees, developers, and enterprise handheld deployment available.

With its Enterprise Alliance Program, Palm is making it easier for enterprise-focused SIs and professional services firms to manage large-scale integration and customization efforts of Palm-powered handhelds. Program benefits include direct, ongoing communications from Palm, regular updates for product, technology, and pricing, access to Palm’s sales training and marketing materials and resources, and increased levels of technical and development support.

Palm is launching an extended warranty program for Palm handhelds. Consumers are now able protect their Palm brand products by choosing from two programs: a one-time screen repair during the first year, beginning at $29.99 and a one-year extension to the manufacturer’s warranty plus one-time screen repair, beginning at $39.99.