Over 80 members of the Pocket PC magazine Board of Experts 2004 judged software titles for Pocket PC magazine's Best Software Awards 2004. They had plenty to say about the various software titles, and throughout 2005 we'll publish their comments about products in specific categories.
For this issue, we asked the judges...
“Of all the products that you tested for this year's Best Software Awards, which was your favorite?â€
Here are some of the responses...
Pocket PC Software
PhonePlus
http://www.mesoftware.biz
Communication—Phone and Fax
This software provides what's missing in the Phone Dialer application found on all Pocket PC Phone Edition devices. It's easy to use, quick to dial, and can be operated with one finger when driving. PhonePlus gives me the features I need for day-to-day use of a phone dialer.
http://www.pocketpcfreak.com
Street Duel Underground Racing
http://www.pixelogic.co.uk
Games—Racing
An extremely well-written game that is very responsive to movement, has incredibly smooth graphics, and gives you well-thought-out levels to progress through. It is the kind of game you just can't put down!
http://www.davesipaq.com
Anthelion
http://www.pdamill.com
Games—Space
The 3D graphics engine of Anthelion is superb—second to none. Combine the great graphics with the smooth gameplay and you have an outstanding product!
http://www.pocketpc-salzburg.at
Warfare Incorporated
http://www.handmark.com
Games—Strategy
This is my favorite Pocket PC game—period! Any game that can capture my scatterbrained mind so thoroughly that, two hours later, I realize my lunch is over, gets my vote! Warning: Highly Addictive.
http://www.aximsite.com
Xmap Street Atlas USA Edition
http://www.delorme.com
GPS—Moving Map
Xmap is a very versatile, easy to use program that works well for navigation. It's moving maps and its ability to create maps easily, with routes and waypoints, makes this a great tool for geocaching.
Pocket Informant
http://www.pocketinformant.com
Information Managers—PIMs
The pleasant user interface, the extensive customization options, and the usefulness of integrating my Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Notes made me a convert to Pocket Informant Pro 5.
http://www.pdageek.com
eWallet 4.0 Professional
http://www.iliumsoft.com
Secure Information Managers
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