[markspace-announce] Mark/Space News #34 - Macworld San Francisco
Mark/Space Newsletter
newsletter at markspace.com
Wed Jan 7 00:07:32 PST 2004
Included in this announcement:
1. NEWS: Mark/Space at Macworld Expo (Booth SIP2)
2. ANNOUNCE: Missing Sync for hiptop announced
3. UPDATED: Mark/Space Mail 2.0
4. NEW: Missing Sync for Palm OS 2.0 - Now with Internet Sharing!
5. NEW: Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and AvantGo 1.0
6. NEW: Missing Sync for Garmin iQue 3600 1.0
7. NEWS: AlphaSmart bundles Mark/Space Mail with Dana
8. UPDATED: Missing Sync for Sony CLIE 3.0.9
9. UPDATED: Missing Sync for Pocket PC 1.0.2
10. TIP: New mailing list to receive press releases - markspace-pr
11. SUPPORT: Mark/Space Knowledgebase Now Online
12. HIRING: Open Positions at Mark/Space
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1. NEWS: Mark/Space at Macworld Expo (Booth SIP2)
<http://www.macworldexpo.com>
<http://www.markspace.com/>
This January 6th thru 9th, be sure to join hundreds of exhibitors,and tens
of thousands of rabid Mac enthusiasts in the annual Mac love fest known as
Macworld Expo.
Mark/Space will be in attendance at Booth SIP2, with the announcement of
the following brand new products:
- Missing Sync for hiptop
The following new products and updates (since our last newsletter)
- Missing Sync 3.0.9 for Sony CLIE (updated for UX and TJ Series,
Jaguar, more)
- Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and AvantGo
- Missing Sync for Palm OS 2.0
- Mark/Space Mail 2.0 (now with file attachment and SSL Support)
If you are attending Macworld Expo please stop by! We are in the North hall
at Booth SIP2!
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2. ANNOUNCE: Missing Sync for hiptop announced
<http://www.markspace.com/hiptop.html>
Missing Sync for hiptop synchronizes with Mac OS X Address Book and iCal
January 6, 2004 - Los Gatos, California - Mark/Space, Inc., makers of the
award winning Missing Sync software family, is proud to announce Missing
Sync for hiptop(R). Missing Sync for hiptop enables Mac(R) users to connect
and synchronize information between a Danger hiptop (e.g. T-Mobile
SideKick, SunCom hiptop, Fido hiptop) and a Mac running Mac OS(R) X.
"Missing Sync for hiptop is the first Mac OS X synchronization software for
hiptop!" said Brian Hall, president and CEO of Mark/Space, Inc. "Mark/Space
is proud to add hiptop to the Missing Sync family of supported devices. We
view ourselves as the enabler for Mac users who want to seamlessly
synchronize their handheld with the Mac."
Missing Sync for hiptop synchronizes iCal(tm) calendar events, to do items,
and the Mac OS X Address Book contact information with the hiptop online
Desktop Interface which is wirelessly passed to the hiptop device. Because
Missing Sync for hiptop uses Apple's iSync, your hiptop, Mac and any other
connected iSync devices are all kept updated with the same information.
Product Availability
Missing Sync for hiptop will be available by the end of February 2004 for
electronic software download at store.markspace.com for $29.95.
To receive an email when the product ships, please join the
missing-sync-hiptop-talk discussion list at <http://lists.markspace.com>
Product Requirements
Missing Sync for hiptop requires a Mac running Mac OS X version 10.2 or
higher, a connection to the Internet, iSync 1.3, iCal 1.5.1, and a hiptop
device running hiptop OS version 1.1 or higher with an active mobile phone
carrier account (e.g. T-Mobile, Fido, SunCom, ePlus). Please visit
<http://www.markspace.com/missingsynchiptop.html> for a complete list of
system requirements.
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3. UPDATED: Mark/Space Mail 2.0
<http://www.markspace.com/mail.html>
Send and Receive Any File Type with Mark/Space Mail 2.0 for Palm OS
New version also adds Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Support, Rotated and
Expanded Screen Size Support, Ledger View, and Auto-Purge
November 24, 2003 - Los Gatos, California - Mark/Space, Inc., makers of the
award winning Missing Sync software and multiple Palm OS(R) software
titles, is proud to announce Mark/Space Mail 2.0. Version 2.0 allows the
sending and receiving of any file type as an attachment. Also new is
improved security with support for Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).
"Users want to be able to send and receive attachments" said Brian Hall,
President and CEO of Mark/Space, Inc. "Whether sending photos that I take
with my handheld camera, or being able to open Excel and Word files that
people send me while I'm on the road, my handheld is a better tool with
email attachment support."
Mark/Space Mail 2.0 is a feature rich POP3 email client for Palm OS
boasting features specifically designed for Palm OS handhelds. Some of the
compelling features include:
Attachment Support - Send and receive photos, voice memos, Word and Excel
documents, faxes and more. Send or save any file type to or from an
expansion card!
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) - SSL support ensures your data is secure
between your device and the mail server. (This feature requires Palm OS 5.2
or higher).
Large Screen and Rotation Support - View more text by using all of your
handheld screen's real estate! Supports screen rotation and expansion on
the Tungsten T3, Tapwave Zodiac, Sony CLIE UX50, AlphaSmart Dana Wireless,
and others.
Quickly address e-mails - Enable "auto-complete" and Mark/Space Mail will
complete the address as you enter characters, based on previously entered
addresses. Tap to the left of the "To:" field to pick from the last 10
addresses used. You can also define mail groups.
Custom Show Options - Color options in the ledger view helps organize your
mailbox. You can also choose a 2-line display, view only read or unread,
and resize and sort columns.
Auto Purge Deleted Messages - Keep your server clear of unwanted deleted
messages. Settings allow for purging deleted messages after a number of
days or based on memory used.
Filters - Manage incoming or outgoing mail by creating filters based on
content. A great way to control unwanted SPAM.
Five-Way Navigation - One-handed ease of use navigating email on those
handhelds with five-way navigation buttons!
Predefined Phrases - Save time by creating and reusing common phrases!
Insert Memo, Address, To Do, or Sketch - Unique to Mark/Space Mail is the
ability to insert handheld Memos, Addresses, and To Do's in the body of
your email.
Product Availability
Mark/Space Mail 2.0 is available for purchase and electronic software
download at store.markspace.com for $29.95. Previous users of Mark/Space
Mail, or Mark/Space Mobile Office can upgrade for $14.95 by visiting
<http://www.markspace.com/mailupgrade.php>. A 30-day demo is also available
at <http://www.markspace.com/mail.html>.
Product Requirements
Mark/Space Mail runs on any Palm OS device running Palm OS 3.5 or later
with an internet connection via modem, mobile phone, WiFi card, Bluetooth
and/or Palm OS smartphones that support a TCP connection. Palm OS 5.2 is
required for SSL support. Files available for install on both Mac and
Windows computers.
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4. NEW: Missing Sync for Palm OS 2.0 - Now with Internet Sharing!
<http://www.markspace.com/missingsyncpalmos.html>
Sync with AvantGo and Transfer files 3 to 40 Times Faster than HotSync Manager
with Missing Sync for Palm OS version 2.0
Missing Sync for Palm OS v2.0 enables sharing the Mac's Internet connection
with the handheld to send and receive email, browse the web, and sync AvantGo.
October 23, 2003 - Los Gatos, California - Mark/Space, Inc., makers of the
award winning Missing Sync software and multiple Palm OS(R) software
titles, is proud to announce the release of Missing Sync for Palm OS
version 2.0 with support for AvantGo(R) synchronization, as well as
bringing expansion card desktop mounting for the newest Palm OS handhelds
from PalmOne and Handspring (Tungsten T3, Tungsten E and Treo 600) and
enabling much faster file transfer than a HotSync(R) operation.
Missing Sync for Palm OS v2.0 brings the speed or your high speed Internet
access (e.g. DSL, cable modem, or T1) to your Palm OS handheld. Users can
then quickly synchronize AvantGo content, download email from America
Online, a POP3 or IMAP server, and browse the web with a favorite Palm OS
web browser.
"Finally, Mac OS X users can synchronize with AvantGo!," said Brian Hall,
President and CEO of Mark/Space, Inc. "Once again, Missing Sync enables
users to take their handheld beyond the simple synchronization software
included in the box with their Palm OS handheld."
Missing Sync for Palm OS enhances the Mac(R) user's experience by mounting
the handheld expansion card (SD card or MMC card) on the Mac desktop as a
volume, allowing speedy file transfers to and from the card - up to 40
times faster than a HotSync operation. View photos and listen to music on
your handheld with the included SplashPhoto image viewer and AeroPlayer MP3
audio player handheld applications (a combined $24.90 value)!
Features Include:
* AvantGo Support - Use AvantGo to access more than 2,500 content
channels that have been optimized for mobile devices. The AvantGo Wizard
walks you through the setup and connection process. Supports saving AvantGo
content to an expansion card.
* Download Email - Download email and attachments fast without a HotSync
mail conduit. Read and compose email while offline, then connect and
send when you return to your Mac. Try M/S Mail as your POP3 email client.
For more information visit <http://www.markspace.com/mail.html>.
* Web Browsing - Take advantage of the speed of your DSL or cable modem
Internet connection on your handheld. Save maps, directions, and other
web pages with your favorite Palm OS web browser for offline viewing.
* Desktop Mounting - Transfer files 3 to 40 times faster than a HotSync
operation! Copy native Word and Excel files to an expansion card and
open them with Documents To Go 6 from DataViz.
* SplashPhoto Image Viewer - Export your favorite photos from iPhoto
to your handheld expansion card and view them with this award winning
image viewer.
* AeroPlayer MP3 Player - Create play lists of your favorite music
and turn your handheld into a mobile jukebox.
Product Availability
Missing Sync for Palm OS v2.0 is available now for electronic software
download at store.markspace.com for $29.95. The CD version is $39.95.
Missing Sync for Palm OS 1.0.x users can purchase the upgrade for $14.95 by
visiting <http://www.markspace.com/sharingupgrade.php>.
Sony Clié handheld users looking for the AvantGo and Internet Sharing
functionality can purchase the new Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and
AvantGo, sold separately.
Product Requirements
* Missing Sync for Palm OS supports the following handhelds:
Palm Tungsten T, Tungsten T2, Tungsten T3, Tungsten E, Tungsten W,
Tungsten C, Zire 71, m500 series, m130, m135, i705, Handspring Treo 600,
Kyocera 7135 and AlphaSmart Dana.
* Mac with built in USB
* iTunes 2.0.4 through 4.x
* iPhoto 1.1.1 through 2.x
* A USB cradle or cable
* SD card or MMC card (for Desktop mounting and iTunes and iPhoto plugins)
* Palm Desktop software 4.x for Mac
* Mac OS(R) X 10.2.x or higher
* Internet access (dialup, DSL, Cable modem, T1, etc.)
* Visit <http://www.markspace.com/ms_palm_requirements.html> for an
updated list of supported devices and system requirements
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5. NEW: Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and AvantGo 1.0
<http://www.markspace.com/missingsyncinternet.html>
New AvantGo Solution for Mac OS X and Palm OS Handhelds
Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and AvantGo enables sharing the Mac's
Internet connection with a handheld to send and receive email, browse
the web, and synchronize AvantGo.
October 23, 2003 - Los Gatos, California - Mark/Space, Inc., makers of the
award winning Missing Sync software and multiple Palm OS(R) software
titles, is proud to announce the release of Missing Sync for Internet
Sharing and AvantGo(R). Palm OS handheld users can access the Internet by
sharing the Mac's Internet connection through the USB cradle.
Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and AvantGo brings the speed or your high
speed Internet access (e.g. DSL, cable modem, or T1) to your Palm OS
handheld. Users can then quickly synchronize AvantGo content, download
email from America Online, a POP3 or IMAP server, and browse the web with a
favorite Palm OS web browser.
"Sharing the Mac's Internet Connection with the handheld is an innovative
solution for Mac OS X users looking to synchronize with AvantGo!," said
Brian Hall, President/CEO at Mark/Space, Inc. "It's as easy as launching an
application to share the Mac's Internet connection and then start using
AvantGo, your favorite email client, or web browser on the handheld."
Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and AvantGo supports a wide range of Palm
OS handhelds from Sony, PalmOne, Handspring, and others. A complete list of
supported handhelds is available at
<http://www.markspace.com/internetsharing.html>. A helpful wizard walks the
user through step-by-step instructions on how to set up their handheld and
AvantGo settings.
Features Include:
* AvantGo Support - Use AvantGo to access more than 2,500 content
channels that have been optimized for mobile devices. Supports
saving AvantGo content to an expansion card.
* Download Email - Download email and attachments fast without
a HotSync(R) mail conduit. Read and compose email while offline,
then connect and send when you return to your Mac. Try M/S Mail
as your POP3 email client. For more information visit
<http://www.markspace.com/mail.html>.
* Web Browsing - Take advantage of the speed of your DSL or cable
modem Internet connection on your handheld. Save maps, directions,
and other web pages with your favorite Palm OS web browser for
offline viewing.
* Configuration Wizard - Step-by-step instructions to setup handheld
Network settings. There's nothing extra required to install
on the handheld.
* AvantGo Wizard - Step-by-step help setting up AvantGo and synchronizing
AvantGo content.
* Switch Between Sharing & HotSync - The user can easily switch
between the shared Internet connection mode and the HotSync
operation mode.
Product Availability
Missing Sync for Internet Sharing and AvantGo is available now for
electronic software download at store.markspace.com for $19.95. Missing
Sync for Sony CLIE and Missing Sync for Palm OS users can purchase the
electronic software download for $14.95. To qualify, users should visit
<http://www.markspace.com/sharingupgrade.php>.
Product Requirements
* Palm OS handheld running Palm OS 4.0 or higher.
Visit <http://www.markspace.com/internetsharing.html> for updated
list of supported devices and system requirements
* Mac with built in USB
* A USB cradle or cable
* Palm Desktop software 4.x for Mac
* Mac OS X 10.2.x or higher
* Internet access (dialup, DSL, Cable modem, T1, etc.)
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6. NEW: Missing Sync for Garmin iQue 3600 1.0
<http://www.markspace.com/missingsyncgarmin.html>
Missing Sync for Garmin Provides iQue 3600 Connectivity for Mac Users
New release is fifth Missing Sync product that connects
Macs with popular PDA handhelds
September 8, 2003 - Los Gatos, California - Mark/Space, Inc., makers of the
award winning Missing Sync software, announces the Missing Sync for
Garmin(R), enabling Garmin iQue(tm) 3600 handheld users to synchronize with
a Mac using Mac OS X. Missing Sync for Garmin becomes the fifth version of
Missing Sync to enable Mac users synchronization options with popular
handhelds. Other versions include the original Missing Sync for Sony Clie,
Missing Sync for Samsung, Missing Sync for Palm OS, and Missing Sync for
Pocket PC.
"Today's consumers have a growing list of innovative handheld devices to
choose
from," said Brian Hall, President and CEO of Mark/Space, Inc. "Mark/Space is
committed to Mac synchronization solutions with today's popular handhelds,
ensuring users get the most out of their handheld and Mac together."
Missing Sync for Garmin goes beyond merely enabling HotSync(R)
synchronization with the Garmin iQue 3600. The Missing Sync for Garmin
integrates functionality with both iTunes and iPhotos and allows the user
to mount the memory expansion card as a disk on the Mac desktop.
Missing Sync for Garmin Features include:
* PIM Synchronization - Synchronize your handheld Date Book, Address Book,
To Do, and Memo information with your Mac.
* Data Backup - Be assured that your data is backed up and easily restored
in the event that your handheld is lost.
* Install & Conduit support - Install Palm applications and exchange data
with Mac applications such as Quicken, FileMaker, Entourage, and iSync.
For a list of popular Mac conduits visit
www.markspace.com/missingsync_conduits.html.
* iTunes support - Manage your mood by easily moving music and audio files
back and forth from iTunes and your handheld.
* iPhoto support - Show off your favorite pictures on the go, by easily
moving pictures to and from your handheld and iPhoto.
* Desktop Mounting - Transfer files up to 8 times faster than a HotSync
operation by mounting an SD or MMC expansion card as a volume on the
Mac desktop
* AeroPlayer MP3 player - Create play lists of your favorite music and
turn your iQue 3600 into a mobile jukebox (www.aerodrome.us).
* SplashPhoto Image Viewer - SplashPhoto turns your iQue 3600 handheld
into a mobile digital picture frame (www.splashdata.com).
Map creation for the Garmin handheld still requires access to a computer
running Windows or Virtual PC to convert the Map information into a file
that can then by installed to the handheld. Once a map file has been
created it can then be installed from the Mac using the Missing Sync
software.
Product Availability
Missing Sync for Garmin is available for immediate purchase and electronic
software download at store.markspace.com. The electronic software download
is priced at $29.95. Buyers also receive SplashPhoto image viewer (awarded
2003 Best Lifestyle Application by Handango(tm)), AeroPlayer MP3 player,
and discount offers on popular Palm software applications.
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7. NEWS: AlphaSmart bundles Mark/Space Mail with Dana
<http://www.markspace.com/mail.html>
<http://www.alphasmart.com>
AlphaSmart Bundles M/S Mail v1.1 with New Dana Wireless
New update delivers wide screen support, 5 way navigation, high density
font support and improved usability
September 5, 2003 - Los Gatos, California - Mark/Space, Inc., makers of the
award winning Missing Sync software and multiple Palm OS software titles,
is proud to announce that M/S Mail v1.1 has been selected by AlphaSmart(R)
as the bundled e-mail solution with the new Dana Wireless(tm). The M/S Mail
version 1.1 update is also available for purchase with any Palm OS device
running Palm OS 3.0 or higher.
"The Dana Wireless demanded a robust email application to take advantage of
the wide screen and integrated Wi-Fi (802.11b)," said Glenn Weyhausen, Sr.
Marketing Director at AlphaSmart. "Mark/Space Mail's powerful feature set,
Dana wide screen support and adherence to Palm OS standards made it the
perfect choice."
M/S Mail supports sending and receiving mail via multiple accounts (POP3),
and has powerful filtering capabilities to flag important messages, or
auto-delete spam. The version 1.1 update adds 5 way navigation support,
various interface improvements, and high density font support improving
readability by displaying more of an email message on the screen.
Product Availability
M/S Mail is available for purchase and electronic software download at
store.markspace.com. A 30 day demo is also available at
www.markspace.com/mail.html. M/S Mail is included as part of AlphaSmart's
Internet Solutions Pack being bundled with the new Dana Wireless device
from AlphaSmart (www.alphasmart.com).
Product Requirements
M/S Mail runs on any Palm OS device running Palm OS 3.0 or later with an
internet connection via modem, mobile phone, WiFi card, BlueTooth and/or
Palm OS Phones that support a TCP connection, wired or wireless.
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8. UPDATED: Missing Sync for Sony CLIE 3.0.9
<http://www.markspace.com/missingsync.html>
There is also news for Sony CLIE - Missing Sync 3.0.9 is available with
full support for the latest models, TJ and UX series.
Version 3.0.9 - 10/18/03
New: Added support for TJ25/TJ35
Version 3.0.8 - 7/28/03
New: Added support for UX40/50
Version 3.0.7 - 7/7/03
New: Added CF card support for NX73/80
Version 3.0.9 is a free update for owners of Missing Sync 3.0 through 3.0.8.
Version 2.2.5 (similar changes) is also available for users of OS 9.
Download updaters from
<http://www.markspace.com/support/support_downloads.html>
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9. UPDATED: Missing Sync for Pocket PC 1.0.2
For Pocket PC customers, the latest version is 1.0.2.
For a list of changes, please see
<http://www.markspace.com/testing/releasenotes_ms_ppc.html>
Version 1.0.2 is a free update for all customers of Missing Sync for Pocket PC.
Download updaters from
<http://www.markspace.com/support/support_downloads.html>
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10. TIP: New mailing list to receive press releases - markspace-pr
<http://lists.markspace.com>
We have added a new one way mailing list to which we send all of our press
releases as they are posted. Designed for members of the press, this is
also a great way for anyone to learn about our new products the day they
are announced, rather that waiting for the next issue of this newsletter.
See "markspace-pr" at <http://lists.markspace.com>
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11. SUPPORT: Mark/Space Knowledgebase Now Online
<http://www.markspace.com/support/>
Visit <http://www.markspace.com/support/> to find solutions to frequently
asked questions about Mark/Space products. We recently moved all of our
FAQs (frequently asked questions) into a a new, searchable, online
"knowledge base".
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12. HIRING: Open Positions at Mark/Space
We currently have open positions for:
- Sales/Marketing Manager (inside sales/channel sales/marketing)
(Manage reseller/distributor relationships, advertising and marketing
initiatives, etc).
- Mac OS X Software Engineer
(Cocoa, USB, BSD subsystem, user interface, low level)
These are not entry level positions, and all positions require commercial
experience in either the Mac OS market or the handheld market (both would
be ideal).
Qualified candidates please e-mail jobs at markspace.com.
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from the team at Mark/Space!
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