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BSQUARE's Expertise and Development Methodology Reduces Time to Market for Compsee's MAT 203 Windows CE Device 2006-12-06 BSQUARE

Compsee is a pioneer in the data collection field. Management features. Compsee's customers were eager to start using the new .NET Compact Framework 2.0. However, the 2.0 version required Windows CE 5.0 so Compsee needed to port the MAT 203 device - based on Windows CE 4.2 - to Windows CE 5.0 as quickly as possible. Since Compsee's development philosophy was to develop hardware internally and partner to create system level software, they needed an outside partner to expedite their Windows CE 5.0 BSP port. Compsee chose BSQUARE to port the MAT 203 to Windows CE 5.0.

Tags: Methodology

OEM Utilizes Windows Embedded to Speed Development of Personal Navigation Device 2006-06-01 Microsoft

One of Mobile Crossing's major customers in the Federal government market had a need for a portable, ruggedized GPS-enabled device with enhanced graphics, fast performance, and reliability. The customer wanted to begin pilot testing in five months and to have production units ready for the summer driving season. Mobile Crossing needed a robust operating system optimized for battery-powered, handheld devices. The company evaluated open source platforms but had concerns about finding kernel engineers in time. Instead, Mobile Crossing chose Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 for its powerful embedded OS development tools, rich native and managed application tools, and an abundant choice of skilled professional developers already trained on the Windows operating system.

Tags: GPS, Application Development

Embedded Technology Expands Brand Interaction With Consumers 2006-06-01 Microsoft

When French-based company Embedia saw the market potential for interactive technology in outdoor advertising, it knew it had to develop a prototype quickly to ward off competitors. By teaming up with Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Adeneo, Embedia used Microsoft Windows CE 4.2 to develop an interactive device that used Bluetooth technology. The rich features needed for the device were available out of the box, and only minimal development was required for its design and integration. As a result, Embedia developed the Embedia Bluetooth Interactive BOX (BIBOX) in just six months. Members of the public can now download electronic advertising content and information to their mobile device.

Tags: Mobile - Wireless Communications, Bluetooth

Dutch Retailer Raises Stock Availability and Customer Services With Mobile Solution 2006-03-01 Microsoft

Retailer HEMA, based in the Netherlands and running more than 280 stores, wanted a mobile stock control solution. With such a system staff could re-order stock at the moment they saw a shelf low on items, and remain on the shop floor to help customers. HEMA rolled out a personal digital assistant device, running Microsoft Windows CE as the operating system, across all stores. The devices connect to an in-store server solution that automates the re-ordering process and includes a point-of-sale system that runs on Microsoft Windows XP Embedded. Using Windows CE, the devices have helped HEMA ensure that shelves consistently achieve the company's target of holding at least 20 of each item. As staff can manage stock without leaving the shop floor, customers gain assistance quicker.

Tags: Windows XP

Greer Company Ensures Safe, Productive Operation of 90-Ton Construction Cranes 2005-10-01 Microsoft

The Greer Company, a leading supplier of electronics devices to hydraulic crane manufacturers, needed to develop the next-generation of its flagship product, MicroGuard, a Rated Capacity Indicator that prevents cranes from overloading and toppling. Greer turned to Applied Data Systems, a Microsoft Windows Embedded Partner, to develop a single-board computer running the Microsoft Windows CE .NET version 4.2 operating system. In addition to hard real-time performance, Windows CE provided the robust and reliable managed code environment required by an application that helps protect human lives. Access to source code allowed for faster development of custom interface drivers, saving Greer 12 months of software integration time.

Tags: Windows XP

Hitachi Created the Wearable Internet Appliance, a Small Device With Great Power-Management Capabilities That Delivers a Desktop-Like Viewing Experience 2001-01-06 Microsoft

Hitachi engineers had a concept that would help the electronics giant maintain its leadership role - an Internet device that could deliver a big-screen viewing experience from a very small package. Their solution: a head-mounted device with a miniature display that gives the impression of viewing a 13-inch desktop screen at a distance of two feet. To create this innovative device, which gives its users a rich, hands-free, Internet and digital-content browsing experience, Hitachi chose to use the Microsoft Windows CE 3.0 operating system.

Tags: Mobile - Wireless Communications

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Title	Date Added	Company
BSQUARE's Expertise and Development Methodology Reduces Time to Market for Compsee's MAT 203 Windows CE Device	2006-12-06	BSQUARE
Compsee is a pioneer in the data collection field. Management features. Compsee's customers were eager to start using the new .NET Compact Framework 2.0. However, the 2.0 version required Windows CE 5.0 so Compsee needed to port the MAT 203 device - based on Windows CE 4.2 - to Windows CE 5.0 as quickly as possible. Since Compsee's development philosophy was to develop hardware internally and partner to create system level software, they needed an outside partner to expedite their Windows CE 5.0 BSP port. Compsee chose BSQUARE to port the MAT 203 to Windows CE 5.0. Tags: Methodology
OEM Utilizes Windows Embedded to Speed Development of Personal Navigation Device	2006-06-01	Microsoft
One of Mobile Crossing's major customers in the Federal government market had a need for a portable, ruggedized GPS-enabled device with enhanced graphics, fast performance, and reliability. The customer wanted to begin pilot testing in five months and to have production units ready for the summer driving season. Mobile Crossing needed a robust operating system optimized for battery-powered, handheld devices. The company evaluated open source platforms but had concerns about finding kernel engineers in time. Instead, Mobile Crossing chose Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 for its powerful embedded OS development tools, rich native and managed application tools, and an abundant choice of skilled professional developers already trained on the Windows operating system. Tags: GPS, Application Development
Embedded Technology Expands Brand Interaction With Consumers	2006-06-01	Microsoft
When French-based company Embedia saw the market potential for interactive technology in outdoor advertising, it knew it had to develop a prototype quickly to ward off competitors. By teaming up with Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Adeneo, Embedia used Microsoft Windows CE 4.2 to develop an interactive device that used Bluetooth technology. The rich features needed for the device were available out of the box, and only minimal development was required for its design and integration. As a result, Embedia developed the Embedia Bluetooth Interactive BOX (BIBOX) in just six months. Members of the public can now download electronic advertising content and information to their mobile device. Tags: Mobile - Wireless Communications, Bluetooth
Dutch Retailer Raises Stock Availability and Customer Services With Mobile Solution	2006-03-01	Microsoft
Retailer HEMA, based in the Netherlands and running more than 280 stores, wanted a mobile stock control solution. With such a system staff could re-order stock at the moment they saw a shelf low on items, and remain on the shop floor to help customers. HEMA rolled out a personal digital assistant device, running Microsoft Windows CE as the operating system, across all stores. The devices connect to an in-store server solution that automates the re-ordering process and includes a point-of-sale system that runs on Microsoft Windows XP Embedded. Using Windows CE, the devices have helped HEMA ensure that shelves consistently achieve the company's target of holding at least 20 of each item. As staff can manage stock without leaving the shop floor, customers gain assistance quicker. Tags: Windows XP
Greer Company Ensures Safe, Productive Operation of 90-Ton Construction Cranes	2005-10-01	Microsoft
The Greer Company, a leading supplier of electronics devices to hydraulic crane manufacturers, needed to develop the next-generation of its flagship product, MicroGuard, a Rated Capacity Indicator that prevents cranes from overloading and toppling. Greer turned to Applied Data Systems, a Microsoft Windows Embedded Partner, to develop a single-board computer running the Microsoft Windows CE .NET version 4.2 operating system. In addition to hard real-time performance, Windows CE provided the robust and reliable managed code environment required by an application that helps protect human lives. Access to source code allowed for faster development of custom interface drivers, saving Greer 12 months of software integration time. Tags: Windows XP
Hitachi Created the Wearable Internet Appliance, a Small Device With Great Power-Management Capabilities That Delivers a Desktop-Like Viewing Experience	2001-01-06	Microsoft
Hitachi engineers had a concept that would help the electronics giant maintain its leadership role - an Internet device that could deliver a big-screen viewing experience from a very small package. Their solution: a head-mounted device with a miniature display that gives the impression of viewing a 13-inch desktop screen at a distance of two feet. To create this innovative device, which gives its users a rich, hands-free, Internet and digital-content browsing experience, Hitachi chose to use the Microsoft Windows CE 3.0 operating system. Tags: Mobile - Wireless Communications