Windows Embedded CE is a componentized, real-time operating system to deliver compelling experiences on a wide range of small footprint consumer and enterprise devices.
With the latest release of Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R3, device manufacturers can use familiar tools and innovative technologies to create devices differentiated by an immersive user interface, a rich browsing experience, and a unique connection to Windows PCs, servers, services, and devices. By building on the high performance and highly reliable Windows Embedded CE platform, device makers can bring their device to market quickly and efficiently.
New features in CE 6.0 R3:
| Silverlight for
Windows Embedded
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The power of Silverlight brought to Windows Embedded CE to create rich applications and user interfaces |
| Internet Explorer Embedded |
Internet Explorer with panning and zooming capabilities and a customizable interface to optimize the browsing
experience on devices |
| Flash Lite |
Browser plug in to render rich media websites |
| Touch and Gesture |
Plug-in engine to enable natural input capabilities and gesture animations |
| Connection Manager |
Infrastructure technology to manage multiple network interfaces on the device |
| Microsoft Office and PDF Viewers |
Applications to render Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Adobe PDF content on the device |
| QQ Messenger |
Device side client to connect to popular Instant Messaging service |
Windows Embedded CE Overview:
| Small Footprint |
300KB/ 700 Components |
| Processor |
ARM
MIPS
x86
SH4 (up to CE 6.0 R2)
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| Real-time OS: |
32-bit Native Real-Time Support Unified Kernel |
| Run Win32 Apps: |
Customized Win 32 Applications |
| Trial |
6-month (180 days), fully functional |
| Cost (USD) |
Development Tools: $995
Runtime Licensing: Runtime pricing is based on purchase volume (contact your
local distributor for volume discount rates). Local taxes, tariffs, and other costs may apply.
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| Support |
10-year product support life cycle
Windows Embedded CE Development Center (MSDN)
Partner Resources
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Developers can use Windows Embedded CE to bring their consumer or enterprise device to life by delivering compelling user experiences and seamless connection to the world of Windows devices, PC’s, Servers and Services. Windows Embedded CE devices range from consumer electronics to missions critical industrial controllers including:
- Barcode and RFID Scanners
- Connected Internet Devices
- Digital Picture Frames
- Digital Media Adapters
- e-reader devices
- Gaming Devices
- GPS Devices
- Handheld Terminals
- Home/building Automation Gateways
- Human Machine Interfaces
- Industrial Controls
- Intelligent Appliances
- Mini-Kiosks
- Mobile Point of Service
- Monitoring Devices
- Networked Media Devices
- Media Servers
- Portable Media Players
- Remote Metering
- Set-top Boxes
- Smart Media Controls
- Thin Clients
- Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Phones