3月29日
The UBiQUiO 503G Windows Mobile Smartphone
"An impressive feature-set including Windows Mobile® 6 software, a 520MHz Intel processor, Stereo Bluetooth, WiFi and blazing fast HSDPA wireless data, make the UBiQUiO 503G a mobile powerhouse. Enjoy blazing fast wireless connectivity. The 503G features the latest in 3G wireless technology, HSDPA, which supports speeds up to 3.6 Mbps. That, combined with the quick 520MHz processor, make for a rewarding mobile experience. Staying up to date on your email, appointments, and tasks while on the move has never been more convenient."

The Windows Mobile landscape sure has changed over the years - back when the first Pocket PC was launched, in April 2000, you could count the number of companies making the devices on one hand: HP, Compaq, and Casio. Times have changed, and it seems like every few months there's a new company wanting to make a Windows Mobile device.
UBiQUiO is a good example of this - I didn't realize this product was even coming out until I randomly walked passed their booth. The 503G looks like an all-around solid contender: the 520 mhz CPU is faster than most devices on the market toady, the 256 MB of ROM is more spacious than normal, it boasts two cameras (2.0 megapixel with auto-focus on the back and 0.3 megapixel facing toward the user for video conferencing), a fairly hefty 1250 mAh battery, and has very solid construction. The unit they had wouldn't power on, but in my hands it felt very solid - I believe it has a metal chassis, similar to the BenQ P50.

The size of the UBiQUiO 503G compares quite favourably to the T-Mobile Dash. It's slightly longer, and slightly thicker, but not by much in either direction. The 503G is expected to be available by June 20th, and
pre-orders are being taken via Mobile Planet for $649 USD.