OS 5.2 will have a few new features most notable Graffiti 2, PalmSource's new handwriting recognition engine. Graffiti 2 is PalmSource's enhanced version of CIC's Jot. It was implemented in order to provide a more natural method of data input. Graffiti 2 will be available for OS 4 devices through an update labeled OS 4.1.2.
The other major improvement is the addition of an internal check for wireless capability. This will allow software to detect if a device has built-in wireless capablities. PalmSource has also made a commitment to develop a standard API for Virtual Graffit area's.
PalmSource has made a new version of the Palm OS 5 Simulator available that incorporates Palm OS 5.2. ROM images of Palm OS 4.1.2 have been made available through the PalmSource Developer Program.
