It looks like Motorola has let slip a beta update to the Motorola Q ROM. HowardForums has coverage of what's a
--Motorola Enhancements--
- Dial-Up Networking (DUN)
Q can now be used as a modem - either tethered or via Bluetooth to the PC.
Multiple NAI - Allows handset to be enabled for modem use on the network.
-Cold Boot
Provides users the ability to master reset device using key-presses if device becomes locked after forgetting Device Lock password.
- Proxy Server
Enable Q to access network via different proxies (corporate IT feature).
- Motorola Software Upgrade Tool – Upgrade must be initiated from your computer desktop
Tool to conduct upgrade of prior Motorola Q Software Version
Available on www.hellomoto.com/update
Download takes approximately 30 minutes
Available on date TBD
--Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Enhancements-- (AKU2.4)
- OS Enhancements
Improved browser experience
Allows Q to access websites that support frames which increases the variety of websites that a user can visit.
SMS to E-mail functionality now supported
Bluetooth separated from Airplane flight mode. Users can now independently Bluetooth while Airplane mode is enabled. (E.g. Listen to Bluetooth stereo & MP3 music while on a plane)
- MSFP
New mobility features built into Microsoft Exchange Server (SP2). Available on release of Q – Refresh1
Key Features: (see next slide for further details)
Push E-mail: When new e-mail arrives in the corporate mailbox, e-mail will be pushed automatically to the Q
Global Address Lookup
Enhanced security
Mobile & Security Feature Pack (MSFP) brings important new Enterprise features to the Motorola Q.
What Motorola has said:
"It is true that the Verizon Motorola Q update is on our server for download. We have not publicly released it yet. our programmers as well as our beta testers are looking at the update to see if there are any changes needed before its release. We have noted that the download link was leaked and the server is getting bombarded with downloads. Any damage caused by the pre release will not be warranted under Motorola. Please signup for our release notice via email. http://direct.motorola.com/hellomoto/Motosupport/source/SoftwareUpdate.asp#
Mark Salvitor
Motorola Development"
I'm hearing rumors of a faster browsing experience. I will be looking forward to the new DUN features as well.