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Palm Releases Updated Mojo SDK

Following up on the release of webOS 1.3.1 on the Pixi today and the software update on the Pre yesterda, Palm has also released an updated version of the Mojo SDK compatible with the new webOS version.
The biggest additions to the SDK include an API for controlling screen dimming in applications, fixes for tools and [...]

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Sprint Launches Palm Pixi

As expected, Sprint has launched the long awaited Palm Pixi webOS device, the second webOS-based device from Palm and the second such device available from Sprint after the Pre.
The featureset consists of 8GB onboard storage, 2.0 megapixel camera with flash and video recorder, a full QWERTY keyboard, a 2.63-inch 320 x 400 resolution capacitive touch [...]

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Don’t Buy A Palm Pixi Today

We strongly advise you to wait until tomorrow, to order a Palm Pixi. Considering we were behind making the Palm Pre free, we can speak on authority on this one.
Wait until tomorrow.

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Palm webOS 1.3.1 Update for Pre Now Available

Palm has pushed out webOS version 1.3.1 for the Pre ahead of tommorow’s launch of the Pixi, which will launch with the updated version as its default. It should also be noted that the update does not re-enable iTunes sync.
The following features are now supported:

Yahoo! is now available as a Calendar/Contacts/instant messaging synchronization account.

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LetsTalk to Offer Palm Pixi for $29.99 with No Rebate, We Offer $15 Cashback

LetsTalk is offering the forthcoming Palm Pixi from Sprint for $29.99 after $170 instant rebate without worrying about additional mail-in rebates, with units shipping on the 25th.
With Cashback, the total after the instant rebate will be $15 total, making this a better deal.
Pre-Order the Palm Pixi from LetsTalk
Get $15 Cashback

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Flash 10.1 on Palm Pre in 1st Half of 2010

The mobile placeholder page for the Flash plugin provided by Adobe has confirmed a 1H 2010 timeframe for the rollout of Flash support on the Palm Pre.
This follows previously announced plans for a public beta of the plugin last October, but no further details regarding the beta have been available since then.

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Sprint Palm Pixi Price/Launch Details Later Today (Updated)

Sprint’s official bulletin board has confirmed that pricing and launch details for the Palm Pixi webOS device will be announced at 9AM CDT/10AM EST/8AM PST today.
The Palm Pixi was originally meant for AT&T according to leaked information in June, then Palm made a surprise announcement in September not long after the launch of the Pre.
The [...]

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Palm Launches Paid Applications, Allows Developers to Bypass App Catalog

Palm has officially launched paid applications with the release of webOS 1.2.1 and has now taken further steps to court developers for the platform.
Palm will now be allowing developers to submit an app to Palm who will issue a unique link for open distribution of the app over the web without a review process required, [...]

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Palm Releases webOS 1.2.1 Update, Restores iTunes Sync and Exchange Sync

Following up on the release of webOS 1.2 last week, Palm has released webOS 1.2.1 for the Sprint Pre which fixes iTunes sync as expected as well as fixing issues with Exchange-based sync for some users.
The iTunes media sync fuctionality has been improved by allowing users to sync Pre-resolution photos to the device while leaving [...]

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webOS 1.2 Now Available for Palm Pre

Palm has released the long awaited webOS 1.2 update for the Sprint Palm Pre with the update being pushed out this week. The major addition to the update is the inclusion of paid applications on the app catalog along with other updates and fixes.
To update, go to Launcher -> Updates -> Install Now, or [...]

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