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Product Update 2.11
for Palm Treo 680 smartphone for AT&T

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Posted November December 11, 2007

The Product Update 2.11 for Palm Treo 680 smartphone for AT&T installs the latest software on your smartphone. It is a ROM update.

Most users will spend about 30 minutes to complete this process.

After the update, you are eligible for a promotional copy of Astraware Sudoku! Follow the update instructions to learn more. Note: This version of Sudoku will only work on smartphones that have been updated.

System Requirements
  • AT&T or Cingular branded Treo 680. If you don't see the AT&T or Cingular logo above your screen, you may have an Unlocked GSM device. This software will not work on Unlocked GSM devices.
  • Smartphone must be connected to power adapter and the sync cable throughout the update.
  • Windows Vista and Mac OS X only: Blank SD/MMC expansion card¹ and card reader
  • Do you use BlackBerry Connect™? BlackBerry Connect is not compatible with the Treo 680 Update 2.11. DO NOT install this update if you intend to continue using BlackBerry Connect (more info).
  • Good Mobile Messaging users: You will need to re-download and re-install Good Mobile Messaging after you install the Treo 680 Update 2.11. After you have completed the update, visit www.good.com for help.
  • Xpress Mail users, and others: Do you use an add-on corporate wireless email client to link to your Microsoft Exchange (Outlook), Lotus Notes or other account? Most corporate email solutions have special back-up procedures to ensure the highest level of security. Please contact your wireless email vendor or IT helpdesk to get the appropriate back-up instructions before proceeding.


What does this update do?

This software update provides device enhancements including improved Bluetooth® wireless performance for some headsets and car kits, audio quality, and media file functionality in Messaging. In addition, you'll get brand new features such as Push To Talk, for walkie-talkie functionality, and Microsoft's Direct Push Technology to get your latest email, appointments, and contacts sent directly to you, and more.

  • Push to Talk1 – With Push to Talk, you can use your Treo 680 like a walkie-talkie to talk to one person or a group of up to 29. A quick glance at your smartphone shows whether family, friends, and coworkers are available to talk before you call.
  • Corporate email as it arrives2 – Have your corporate email delivered to you with Microsoft® Direct Push Technology. Accept or decline meeting invites on the go and have your work calendar updated automatically. With the ability to access your company directory wirelessly, you can quickly address an email to a colleague just by typing a few letters.
  • IM on your Treo smartphone – Access your instant messaging service from AOL, Windows Live Messenger, or Yahoo! A tabbed graphical Mobile IM interface makes it easy to log in to your instant messaging accounts and quickly switch between IM communities3.
  • Easy access to additional services – Easily access extra services on your Treo smartphone such as TeleNav GPS Navigator and MobiTV for watching live TV4.
  • Power saving enhancements – Helps conserve battery life with improved power management and updated default system power preferences.
  • Supports larger expansion cards – Carry more of your work, music, photos, and other files, with support for up to 4GB SD expansion cards (including the SDHC format), sold separately.
  • Enhanced ringtone support – MP3 and other sound files purchased from the web or sent from friends can now be set as ringtones and alerts. Supported ringtone formats include MP3, AAC, AAC+, MIDI, WAV, and AMR.
  • Cingular, now the new AT&T – You’ll notice updated graphics reflecting the new AT&T branding, including a new look for the Xpress Mail application.
  • Three updates in one – This update incorporates three previously released software updates: Treo 680 Camera Update (January 2007), Daylight Saving Time Update (February 2007), and Treo 680 Software Update 1.09 (May 2007).

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1 Within wireless coverage area only. Additional charges may apply. Your contacts must also be subscribers to the AT&T Push to Talk wireless service.
2 Within wireless coverage area only. Email, web, and messaging require data services from a mobile service provider at an additional cost. ISP and/or VPN may also be required at additional cost. Microsoft Direct Push Technology requires Exchange Server 2003 with SP2 or Exchange Server 2007.
3 Within wireless data coverage area only. Requires data services from a mobile service provider at an additional cost.
4 TeleNav and MobiTV require a subscription at an additional cost. Within wireless coverage area only. For TeleNav, Bluetooth GPS receiver required, sold separately.

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