HP launches new Mobile Messengers

Everyone will find that the new range of Mobile Messengers has something which they could make full use of, and that alone underscores how HP has managed to successfully develop a device which caters for every possible portable need. The new iPAQs are known as the hw6490 and the hw6945, boasting features which have been broken down into six categories – iTALK, iCONNECT, iWORK, iFIND, iCREATE, and iPLAY. Both smartphones come pre-loaded with productivity software like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Both models retail for $599, although the hw6945 comes with an integrated 1.3 megapixel camera. For a full list of features, read on after the jump. • Operating System: Genuine Windows® Mobile 5.0, Phone Edition with Messaging and Security Feature Pack 5.0
• CPU: Intel® PXA270 Processor 416 MHz
• Memory: 64 MB SDRAM
• Integrated microphone
• Receiver
• Speaker
• One 2.5 mm stereo headphone jack
• MP3 stereo (through headphone jack)
• IrDA port
• USB port
• Serial port
• Integrated Mini SD slot (memory only)
• 3&Prime touchscreen
• Stylus
• Integrated HP Photosmart 1.3 MP camera (hw6945 only)
• Alphanumeric keyboard with LED backlight
• Integrated Quad band GSM/GPRS/EDGE wireless radio with automatic band transition
• Integrated Wi-Fi (802.11b)
• Integrated Bluetooth 1.2 wireless technology
• Integrated IrDA SIR
• Dimensions: 118.0mm x 71.0mm x 18.0mm
• Weight: 6.33 oz (179.45 g)
• Battery: Removable/rechargeable 1200 mAh Lithium-ion
• Talk time: up to 4 hours Standby time: up to 7 days
• Power supply: AC Adapter