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FileMaker
Mobile 2 for Palm OS Unveiled at PalmSource
Richer interface and Mac OS X support for software
linking desktop and handheld data
FileMaker Mobile for i-mode introduced in Japan
PalmSource, SAN JOSE, CA - Feb. 4, 2002 -- FileMaker
today unveiled FileMaker Mobile 2 Companion for Palm OS, new software
to transfer and synchronize data between FileMaker Pro 5.5 v2 databases
on desktop computers and Palm OS handhelds.
Many new interface features in FileMaker Mobile 2 give Palm Powered
handheld users a richer mobile interface, more like the experience of
using desktop FileMaker databases. The new software supports Mac OS
X, Mac OS and Windows.
FileMaker Mobile 2 delivers a simple and elegant load-and-go approach
to mobile information. Users quickly and easily select and load the
FileMaker data they require from their desktop computer to the Palm
OS handheld. Later, the data on the handheld may be synched with the
desktop database via Palm HotSync technology.
Free downloadable upgrade for FileMaker Mobile 1 users
FileMaker intends to ship the new software in May, 2002, priced at $49
US (single-unit price). FileMaker Mobile 1 licensed users will be entitled
to a free downloadable upgrade to FileMaker Mobile 2 (see http://www.filemaker.com/products/mbl2_home.html
for full upgrade details at ship time).
The new FileMaker Mobile 2 must be used with FileMaker Pro 5.5 v2. Users
of earlier versions of FileMaker Pro may take advantage of a limited-time,
$50-off upgrade offer at http://www.filemaker.com/promos/.
More data and interface enhancements on the handheld
FileMaker Mobile 2 users can transfer up to 50 fields per record
from a desktop FileMaker Pro 5.5 v2 database to a Palm OS handheld.
| FileMaker Mobile 2 gives users six
new ways to enter data on Palm OS handhelds: |
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Pop-Up Menus, Pop-Up Lists
and single Check Boxes, can be transferred from a desktop
database, allowing speedy, accurate data entry on a handheld. |
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Phone numbers in the Palm OS
Address Book may be inserted directly into FileMaker Mobile
2. |
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The new Date and Time Picker
makes entering those types of data faster and more accurate. |
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The new Note feature allows
certain fields to expand to fill the handheld screen, making data
entry easier.
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| FileMaker Mobile 2 makes it easier
to view and navigate mobile data: |
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Columnar list viewing is easier
since users can lock down an important first column of data,
and reorder and resize columns, with a few quick taps.
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Sony CLIE and HandEra 330 users
can quickly navigate through FileMaker Mobile 2 forms using the
handhelds' Jog Wheel or Jog Dial. |
Platform support and system requirements
FileMaker Mobile 2 must be used with FileMaker Pro 5.5 v2, and is supported
on handhelds running Palm OS 3.1, and desktop computers running Windows
2000, Me, 98, 95, NT 4.0, Mac OS X version 10.1, or Mac OS 8.1 - 9.1.
For full system requirements, see http://www.filemaker.com/products/mbl2_requirements.html.
Mac OS X use requires Palm HotSync Manager 3.0, which Palm is currently
beta-testing with its public beta of Palm Desktop 4.0 software for Mac
(www.palm.com/macintosh/publicbeta).
FileMaker Mobile for i-mode in Japan
As part of its focus on mobile workgroup solutions, FileMaker today
unveiled FileMaker Mobile for i-mode, breakthrough database software
which enables i-mode "smart phone" users in Japan to instantly
access, view and edit FileMaker databases. Please see the accompanying
release.
FileMaker is a leader in workgroup databases. FileMaker software lets
departments and teams create and share databases to manage and track
projects, assets and people. Its award-winning FileMaker line of database
software provides relational power, instant and custom Web publishing
and legendary ease-of-use. FileMaker, Inc. is the database software
subsidiary of Apple Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL).
Palm, Inc. (NASDAQ: PALM) is a pioneer in the field of mobile and wireless
Internet solutions and a leading provider of handheld computers, according
to IDC (Dec. 2000).
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FileMaker, Inc. All rights reserved. FileMaker is a trademark of FileMaker,
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Palm OS is a registered
trademark of Palm, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. Pricing and availability are subject to change without
notice.
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