Cingular today announced that beginning Oct. 31 it will offer the HP iPAQ hw6920, integrating GSM / GPRS / EDGE wireless data network, with Wi-Fi, GPS, infrared and Bluetooth wireless technologies.

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Customers also can use the HP iPAQ hw6920 series' built-in 1.3-megapixel HP Photosmart camera for capturing photos and videos to share wirelessly, or they can relax to their favorite music using Windows Media Player 10 Mobile. Cingular will sell two versions of the HP iPAQ hw6900 series Mobile Messenger: the hw6925 has a built-in camera and the hw6920 comes without a camera.

The Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system gives the HP iPAQ hw6920 access to mobile versions of many of the familiar Microsoft features found on their desktops, such Windows Media Player, Internet Explorer and Outlook. Additionally, the HP iPAQ hw6920 includes the Messaging and Security Feature Pack for Windows Mobile 5.0, which offers up-to-date email, calendar, tasks and contacts as well as advanced security features, including remote device wipe, remotely enforced IT policy and S/MIME support.

The built-in GPS (global positioning system) receiver enables customers to receive directions. With TeleNav GPS Navigator, HP iPAQ users can get turn-by-turn verbal and visual directions directly on the device for use when driving or walking. TeleNav, which also provides information on thousands of points of interest and additional search tools, is available as a subscription service from Cingular. HP iPAQ customers also can choose from several other GPS navigation options – including Microsoft Pocket Streets or HP Navigation Maps and Software.

The HP Mobility Solutions Evaluation Center provides customers with access to a portfolio of business applications. Cingular's certification process for business application providers was incorporated into the Mobility Solutions Center. Expertise areas include mail and messaging, field service, government, healthcare, retail, sales and transportation.

The iPAQ hw6920 series is available from Cingular Wireless' B2B sales organization for business customers with a two-year contract and qualifying voice and data plans. The iPAQ hw6920 series also is available through hp.com and select HP channel partners.

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