Re: Pocket PC - Questions about architecture


"Iguana" wrote
> There ARE SD (actually SDIO) Bluetooth modules, and there are even SDIO
> WiFi modules. There's at least one SDIO WiFi card WITH memory (256 MB,
> manufacturer: SanDisk). It's of no use to you for pairing with GPS, I
> know, you need Bluetooth. But, I was thinking maybe there are also SDIO
> Bluetooth modules WITH memory. If not, you would probably be able to use
> only small maps from main memory.

Forgive my ignorance on the subject... but if there is a SDIO Bluetooth
module with memory, that would enable it to "talk" Bluetooth through the
SD slot and also have storage to contain GPS maps? That seems like the
easiest solution... maybe (see below)

> But you have another option - there are many GPS receivers which connect
> using the serial cable, and it shouldn't be a problem to find a serial
> cable for your PocketPC, or even make one. I think serial GPSes are also
> cheaper than BT ones.

Would a serial cable connect through the connector that is normally used
when charging or syncing? If so, I think I'm out of luck. My PPC is a
"very" off brand and they offer no accessories besides the syncing cradle.
It's made by a company called Matsunichi and you just don't see them
anywhere except for Frys. I really do like it. It's got an aluminum case.
A large bright display. The batteries last almost the advertised 10 hours.
32 megs rom, 32 megs ram. Only cost $200. With a few 1 gig SD cards
I have a ton of music, thousands of contacts and it even does a good
job of remote controlling the television down at the local tavern.

> Another option is to get another PocketPC (or Palm) with Bluetooth
> built-in, or even BT and WiFi.

Anyone want to buy a Matsunichi PPC?

Thanks,

--
Jordon


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