Symbol selects socket connection solution using Bluetooth Wireless Technology for PPT 8800 Mobile Terminal - Brief Article

Mobile Internet, The, Oct, 2003

Socket Communications announced that Symbol Technologies has selected Socket's CompactFlash Card with Bluetooth Wireless Technology as the short-range cordless connection solution for Symbol's recently announced PPT 8800 handheld computer. Symbol and Socket are executing a supply agreement whereby Symbol will purchase Socket's CompactFlash Card with Bluetooth Wireless Technology for embedding directly into the PPT 8800.

Socket's Embedded Systems Group worked closely with Symbol's product development team to create an easy to use cordless solution built into this next generation enterprise PDA. Designed especially for mobile workers who require immediate access to information at the point of activity, the Symbol PPT 8800 series packs the power of award-winning data capture and wireless communication options in a slim but ruggedized PDA-format device. Loaded with Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PCs, the Symbol device offers increased mobility-centric features while still being small and lightweight enough to be carried unobtrusively in a pocket or on a belt. PDAs and other handheld mobile devices are getting smaller and lighter.

These devices provide increased productivity by maintaining seamless connectivity throughout the day. Ease of use is an important element in the overall solution. Bluetooth wireless technology helps achieve this by eliminating the need for elaborate cabling. Socket's low power CompactFlash Card with Bluetooth Wireless Technology has no protruding antenna which is ideal for Symbol's embedded CompactFlash slot.