Vista released delayed until 2007

Microsoft's release of Vista will most likely be delayed until early 2007. Microsoft to Delay Windows Vista Release (source: ap)

BlackBerry remote access apps

Idokorro has released a suite of remote access tools for BlackBerry handhelds. Applications include FTP and remote desktop. It looks as if the remote desktop uses VNC instead of RDP, which would be nice for accessing Windows workstations and servers. They offer trial versions of their software on their site

Bummer - Playstation 3 delayed

If you are anxsiously awaiting what was previously estimated to be a June(ish) release of the Playstation 3 - You're in for a little longer wait. Sony has stated that there have been some production delays that will push the release date to at least near the end of 2006.

PlayStation 3 delay due to 'disk problems'

Blackberry Internet Service Issues

Earlier This week people were reporting outages and delays with Blackberry's Internet Service. I have not heard any issues, personally, from my (very vocal) 100+ Blackberry Enterprise Server users. Full CNET Article

Exchange 12 CTP released

For Technet Plus subscribers the CTP version of Exchange 12 is out. Just for kicks MS decided to make this available only in 64 bit flavor. The estimated release date is late 2006 or early 2007.

Blackberry Attachment Viewer

Repligo Professional and Server provide enhanced viewing of attachments. I have not tested this yet - but it is on the to do list.

Are you over Blackberried?

I am somewhat guilty of being over reliant on a Blackberry. It sometimes is like that if you have been provided a BlackBerry by your employer - that makes you on-call 24x7. Sometimes finding a balance is hard to do. This article points out the fact that maybe we all shouldn't be overloaded with connectivity all the time. But realistically what employer would want people to not spend every waking moment working?

Origami - Is it a Bust?

I must admit that I bought in to the hype leading up to this. I now think that this may not be a must have tech toy (depending on pricing). Also, it sounds like something that would be more appealing in its second and third generation. PCWORLD Article

Blackberry Version 4.1 Released

RIM has released version 4.1 for Microsoft Exchange. New features include Role-Based Administration and an improved Mobile Data System. Read What's New in BlackBerry Enterprise Solution v4.1

Holy Crap! A RIM NTP Settlement

For the bargain price of 612.5 million dollars RIM has settled a years old dispute with NTP. Check out the CNN article.

Blackberry Version 4.1

Should be released within the next few weeks. Details

Blackberry - Analyzing The Cost of Alternatives

If you haven’t tested alternatives already. Well.. You probably should. But keep in mind the cost of an overall switch (If you have several hundred users it could be really painful). Anyways here’s a link to A good summary on the estimated costs of switching from RIM.

Microsoft Origami - What is it

The origamiproject.com website promises details tomorrow.
Already looks interesting. I hope it doesn't end up being newton(esque)

Microsoft DirectPush Next Month?

Will DirectPush be available next month? Article - License to Kill Blackberry