Published articles
The following 26 articles by Jason Perlow have been published in ZATZ magazines.

The future of the Palm platform: rosy or uncertain?
Recently, ACCESS briefed Computing Unplugged on its new strategy to bring the Palm OS to embedded Linux. We also discussed how it intends to transition its traditional Palm OS developer community over to its new ALP, the ACCESS Linux Platform, which is now confirmed to be based on Wind River's Platform For Consumer Devices, Linux Edition. In this article, we take a close look at the details of the ACCESS plan. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, February 2006]

The future of the Palm platform: lessons learned from the Sharp Zaurus
From December of 2002 through February of 2003, Computing Unplugged Senior Technical Editor Jason Perlow was Software Developer Liaison for Sharp Electronics' Zaurus. As some of you may recall, the Zaurus was also a Linux PDA, which shared many similarities with the ALP platform, and like ACCESS and PalmSource, the Zaurus was also the product of a Japanese company. The Zaurus had many things going for it, but it failed miserably in the US and European consumer market. In this important article, Jason shares his insights into what went wrong and what ACCESS has to do to get it right. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, February 2006]

Up close and personal with Audrey, 3Com's new Internet appliance
In development for over a year, Audrey combines elements of the Palm and the QNX operating systems to provide an easy-to-use Internet experience that shares data with Palm devices. PalmPower Contributing Editor Jason Perlow was invited to 3Com's Audrey launch in New York City and gives you the scoop on this new and innovative computing device. [PalmPower Magazine, November 2000]

RhinoSkin cases for the new millennium
Got a new Handspring Visor, TRGPro, or Palm IIIe and don't know what to carry it in? Contributing Editor Jason Perlow takes a look at three new cases from RhinoSkin that fit like a glove and protect the heck out of your Palm device. [PalmPower Magazine, April 2000]

A communications accessory to do BackFlips over
Sometimes the best solution to a new high-tech problem is to recycle ideas from outdated technology. Back in the early days of personal computing, a device called an acoustic coupler was used to transfer data over analog phone lines. With the advent of the Internet, email, and the Palm handheld computer, the good ol' coupler is back, and it's better than ever. Contributing Editor Jason Perlow gives you the skinny. [PalmPower Magazine, March 2000]

Time management in the palm of your hand
If you think you already know how to get the most out of your Palm device, think again. Jason Perlow's review of PalmPlanning's helpful time management video will inspire you to get organized. [PalmPower Magazine, March 2000]

OmniSky goes head-to-head with the Palm VII
The OmniSky 19.2K cellular modem and wireless Internet access service, now in widespread beta testing, allows your Palm V to take advantage of bandwidth-optimized Palm Web Clipping applications, fully browse the Web with AvantGo, and retrieve/send POP3 email when you re on the road. Is it the holy grail of wireless Internet access for your Palm V, or does it fall short on its claims? Contributing Editor Jason Perlow has the scoop. [PalmPower Magazine, February 2000]

QUALCOMM's pdQ 1900 Smartphone
The QUALCOMM pdQ, in development for over a year, is the first example of a Palm device built into a cellular phone. Is the pdQ the greatest thing since sliced bread, or just another geek gadget? Contributing Editor Jason Perlow gives you the scoop. [PalmPower Magazine, January 2000]

Exploiting the TRGpro's CompactFlash slot
Last month, Contributing Editor S. Fred "Fredlet" Green brought you a sneak preview of the new TRGpro, the latest and most powerful Palm device to hit the street. Now that the TRGpro is shipping for real, Contributing Editor Jason Perlow tells you how to take advantage of its CompactFlash storage capabilities. [PalmPower Magazine, January 2000]

Routefinder PNA: Windows CE guides the way
We've already seen the application of Windows CE in automotive technology with Clarion's AutoPC. Now, Datus Inc., a subsidiary of Korean electronics giant Daewoo, brings advanced GPS navigation technology to your car with the Routefinder PNA 7000, the world's first handheld auto navigation system. But is it an expensive yuppie toy or an indispensable navigation tool? Senior Technical Editor Jason Perlow gives you the scoop. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, January 2000]

SimCity for your Palm device
Maxis Software's SimCity is the title that started the entire "Sim" genre back in the late 1980s. Now, with the help of French developer Atelier Software, it's finally come to the Palm Computing platform. Contributing Editor Jason Perlow gives you the run-down on the Palm version of this PC classic. [PalmPower Magazine, December 1999]

Springboard stocking stuffers
The holiday season is almost here and Contributing Editor Jason Perlow reviews the first three Springboard modules for the Handspring Visor. [PalmPower Magazine, December 1999]

Sega Dreamcast: Windows CE's newest family member
The holiday season is quickly coming upon us. If you have children (of any age) living in your household, you've likely heard the name "Sega Dreamcast" mentioned to you a few times as a strong suggestion for a Christmas or Hanukkah present. Read this fun article by senior technical editor Jason Perlow to get the scoop on the latest and greatest in games for the Windows CE-based Sega Dreamcast. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, November 1999]

Using your Palm device with Linux
The Linux operating system user base has been growing by leaps and bounds over the last year. In this article, contributing editor Jason Perlow helps you set up Linux to work with your Palm device, show you how to get HotSync operations working, and explore some tasty desktop solutions. [PalmPower Magazine, August 1999]

The dinky dozen: 12 helpful utilities in the bUSEFUL bundle
Seventy-nine bucks may seem like a lot of green for Windows CE utility software. But the bUSEFUL pack contains a heck of a lot of useful utility in one bundle. Is it worth the price of admission? Read this review by senior technical editor Jason Perlow to find out. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, August 1999]

Instant conversions for world travelers
If you're a frequent world traveler, going on a trip to a foreign land, or work with foreign currencies a lot, then Conversions In Hand should prove to be a godsend. In this upbeat review, senior technical editor Jason Perlow shows you how to get from dollars to yen, gallons to liters, and miles to kilometers. If he could only tell us which way to Albuquerque. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, August 1999]

Microsoft Plus! and PowerToys: free resources from our friends in Redmond
Windows CE is a nice, compact operating system. Unfortunately, sometimes it seems like some important features have been left out. It must have seemed that way to Microsoft as well, because they released two free downloads that fill in many of the empty spots. Read this important article by senior technical editor Jason Perlow to get the most out of your device. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, August 1999]

Using AvantGo.com 3.0
AvantGo is back with a new version and it really is better than ever. Contributing Editor Jason Perlow takes a look at this powerful solution for offline Web browsing on your Palm device. [PalmPower Magazine, July 1999]

Getting the most out of Pocket Word
One of the most popular pocket applications is Pocket Word. In this helpful article, Senior Technical Editor Jason Perlow shows you some ways you can maximize your Pocket Word output and minimize your frustration. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, July 1999]

Using the AvantGo Server 2.11
The convergence of handheld devices and the Internet is real. It is now possible to download Web-based information into your handheld for easy review. If you work for a larger corporation, you might want to use this capability to connect mobile professionals into your corporate information system. In this important article, Senior Technical Editor Jason Perlow reviews the AvantGo Server, which allows you to do just that. While the server product itself is aimed at the enterprise, the AvantGo client is freely available to all. So if you want Web content on your handheld, read this article today. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, May 1999]

Must-have programs and utilities for Windows CE
Trying to get some extra functionality out of your Handheld PC or Palm-sized PC, but don't know where to start? Here are a few "must-have" programs and utilities that Senior Technical Editor Jason Perlow picked out this month for your downloading pleasure. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, May 1999]

A week in bed with Jornada
Imagine a color laptop for under $1000. Now imagine it's 2.5 pounds, runs for 10 hours on a single charge, and doesn't need to boot up to start up. That's the HP Jornada 820, one of the hottest new Windows CE devices around. Contributing Editor Jason Perlow, dedicated reviewer that he is, decided to test out the Jornada 820 while sick in bed. It's a valuable and interesting article, if you can get past feeling sorry for poor Jason. [Pocket PC Life Magazine, April 1999]

Comparing Windows CE with Palm OS
As editors, we help guide authors with article topics. But until the article is turned in and in our hot little hands, we never really know whether it's a line drive or a home run. This one's a home run. In this amazing article, Jason Perlow compares the core elements of Microsoft's Windows CE operating system to the Palm OS. The article is detailed and technical, yet completely understandable by anyone with a small amount of computer experience. If you've ever been even slightly curious how Windows CE and the Palm OS differ, this is THE article. Not only is the article clear and understandable, but it's also completely unbiased. Bookmark this now. [PalmPower Magazine, March 1999]

Nino 300 vs. the Palm III organizer: the hardware
Whenever Microsoft enters an established market, everyone notices. Well, Microsoft has plopped it's 300-pound gorilla smack dead center in the middle of Palm's handheld computer market by introducing their design for the Palm-sized PC and licensing the design and software to computer makers. One of the first such licensees is Philips, with the Nino 300. We wanted to know how the Nino compares to the Palm platform devices. In this very objective, no-holds-barred review, Jason Perlow compares the hardware of the two devices. You may be surprised by the results. [PalmPower Magazine, September 1998]

Importing JFile databases
Did you know you could set up your own custom databases on your PalmPilot? Well, you can and JFile is one program that makes it possible. In this hands-on article, Jason Perlow takes you through an important part of the process -- importing information from your PC into the database. This one's too handy to pass up! [PalmPower Magazine, July 1998]

The Rhinoskin Titanium Cockpit: klutz proof!
Sometimes you just need all the help you can get. The PalmPilot's a wonderful device, but it's far from indestructable. Until now. [PalmPower Magazine, April 1998]