PDA's - Honda Pilot

BigDogDad · 06-23-2005, 08:32 PM

In the market for a new PDA to replace my old Palm M515 that refuses to freakin synch now matter what I have tried to do that no good dirty piece of %^&()^&!

anyway what newer models do you guys recommend?

Anyone have the Tungsten E2? or Dell Axim X30 or X50???

robrecht · 06-23-2005, 09:36 PM

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Originally posted by BigDogDad
In the market for a new PDA to replace my old Palm M515 that refuses to freakin synch now matter what I have tried to do that no good dirty piece of %^&()^&!

anyway what newer models do you guys recommend?

Anyone have the Tungsten E2? or Dell Axim X30 or X50???

I switched from Palm to the x50v and it's true that Palm's operating system is much more intuitive and simpler to use but also less powerful if you're interested in doing more exciting things. PocketPC is getting more seamless but if your syncing multiple computers expect occasional problems. Expect lots more soft resets, but it's very nice to have dual expansion slots (CF & SD), dual wireless (WiFi & BT) and a VGA screen. I wouldn't consider going back to Palm until they can compete in these areas.

ramirami · 06-23-2005, 10:24 PM

anoter vite for the pocket pc specially if you are a windows user...as long as you reset it every week it is great

il38694 · 06-23-2005, 10:27 PM

I am interested in Dell x50V. Why do you need to reset the PDA every week?

crobii · 06-23-2005, 10:54 PM

Have an Axim x5 and my wife has an x50...no weekly resets here...Love 'em both. We plug a GPS receiver in them and use Pocket Streets for simple locating, etc...We've been looking at Travroute due to it's reputation, but it's pretty expensive.

robottik · 06-24-2005, 08:19 AM

Another vote here for the Dell X50v. Love that gorgeous high-res VGA screen

and the relatively low price compared to competing VGA PDAs.

ramirami · 06-24-2005, 09:19 AM

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Originally posted by il38694
I am interested in Dell x50V. Why do you need to reset the PDA every week?

that was a slight joke since it runs on Windows...I have a ipaq....love it...but yes you do have to soft reset it every ones in a while... unlike the palm which never needed to be reset...

reset is not a big deal on the pocket pc systems...just like restrting your PC

BigDogDad · 06-24-2005, 10:50 AM

Sounds like the Dell x50 or x50v may be the way to go. Advantages of one over the other? Thanks

john802 · 06-24-2005, 12:02 PM

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Originally posted by BigDogDad
Sounds like the Dell x50 or x50v may be the way to go. Advantages of one over the other? Thanks

Axim X50V has a speedy Intel Xscale processor w/ 128 MB flash rom compare to 64MB for the X50.

BTW, you also will get a coupon for free upgrade to Windows Mobile 5.0 when available in the fall.

Use this coupon(PKFZBW2Q?V3F33) good until 6/28/2005 for $60.00 off any electronics & accessories worth $500.00 or more before taxes and shipping. Since the Axim is less than $500.00 before taxes and shipping, you need to order additional accessory in order to use the discount coupon.

BigDogDad · 06-24-2005, 12:53 PM

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Originally posted by john802

Axim X50V has a speedy Intel Xscale processor w/ 128 MB flash rom compare to 64MB for the X50.

BTW, you also will get a coupon for free upgrade to Windows Mobile 5.0 when available in the fall.

Use this coupon(PKFZBW2Q?V3F33) good until 6/28/2005 for $60.00 off any electronics & accessories worth $500.00 or more before taxes and shipping. Since the Axim is less than $500.00 before taxes and shipping, you need to order additional accessory in order to use the discount coupon.

Thanks! I've been checking them out this morning at Dell's website. They have an "Axim of the Week" package deal where you can get the x50v for 30% off, free shipping, plus a spare battery, USB cable (additional cable??? not clear on that but it looks that way), 2 year warranty (instead of 1 year) and the Windows Mobile 5.0 Upgrade CD when its released.(October '05?) ... all for $418.

How's that deal sound to you guys??? No mention on when the deal expires... Dell likes to change them very frequently.

il38694 · 06-24-2005, 03:22 PM

The coupon PKFZBW2Q?V3F33 did not work. But $418 is a good price.

john802 · 06-24-2005, 03:45 PM

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Originally posted by il38694
The coupon PKFZBW2Q?V3F33 did not work. But $418 is a good price.

You are correct, the coupon is not valid for Axim purchase. Thanks for correcting my mistake.

robrecht · 06-24-2005, 09:01 PM

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Originally posted by john802

Axim X50V has a speedy Intel Xscale processor w/ 128 MB flash rom compare to 64MB for the X50.

BTW, you also will get a coupon for free upgrade to Windows Mobile 5.0 when available in the fall.

Use this coupon(PKFZBW2Q?V3F33) good until 6/28/2005 for $60.00 off any electronics & accessories worth $500.00 or more before taxes and shipping. Since the Axim is less than $500.00 before taxes and shipping, you need to order additional accessory in order to use the discount coupon.

Plus the VGA screen, right? I thought that was what the v stood for ...

robrecht · 06-24-2005, 09:05 PM

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Originally posted by ramirami

that was a slight joke since it runs on Windows...I have a ipaq....love it...but yes you do have to soft reset it every ones in a while... unlike the palm which never needed to be reset...

reset is not a big deal on the pocket pc systems...just like restrting your PC

Slight joke maybe, but I probably reset my x50v at least once a week, but then again I'm using a lot of WiFi and BT and highly extravagant ultra high end power user extremely technologically advanced 007 gadgetry that defy the capabilities of mere mortals to comprehend. Even so, I'd say a soft reset on a PPC is less bothersome than rebooting a PC since it doesn't take nearly as long. I use a soft reset to fix minor glitches that you may not even be aware of, eg, sometimes everything seems to be working fine but the "notes" section of a contact appears blank when I know there should directions or something there--soft reset and the note is there again.

BigDogDad · 06-24-2005, 09:13 PM

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Originally posted by robrecht
I'm using a lot of WiFi and BT and highly extravagant ultra high end power user extremely technologically advanced 007 gadgetry that defy the capabilities of mere mortals to comprehend.

sounds like robrecht is really...

A) Bond, James Bond
B) Batman
C) Jack Bauer
D) All of the above

06-23-2005, 08:32 PM	#1 (permalink)
BigDogDad Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New York Posts: 1,501 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	PDA's In the market for a new PDA to replace my old Palm M515 that refuses to freakin synch now matter what I have tried to do that no good dirty piece of %^&()^&! anyway what newer models do you guys recommend? Anyone have the Tungsten E2? or Dell Axim X30 or X50??? __________________ 2005 Honda Pilot EX-L RES Billet Silver Metallic OEM Accessories: All-Weather Floor Mats, Cargo Tray, Cross Bars, Door Visors, Hitch, Rear Splash Guards, Wheel Locks, Full Size Spare, Fog Lights, Fog Light Film, Black Side Steps Non-OEM Accessories: Tinted Windows, 3M Pilot Pads, Thule 998 Trailblazer Bike Rack, Hardwired Passport 8500, Sirius Audiovox PNP3 Receiver, Panoramic Rear View Mirror, Blind Spot Safety Mirrors

06-23-2005, 10:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
ramirami 'da Moderator Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Arlington Hts., IL Posts: 7,969 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	anoter vite for the pocket pc specially if you are a windows user...as long as you reset it every week it is great __________________ ~~2003 Starlight Silver EXL_RES~~ 2005 Blue Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 2011 Black Audi Q5 2.0T

06-24-2005, 08:19 AM	#6 (permalink)
robottik Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: - Posts: 632 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Another vote here for the Dell X50v. Love that gorgeous high-res VGA screen and the relatively low price compared to competing VGA PDAs. __________________ 2004 Honda Pilot EX - Midnight Blue Pearl OEM Accessories: All-Season Floor Mats - Cargo Cover - Cargo Tray - Rear Splash Guards - Running Boards - EX Emblem - Chrome Bumper Trim - Fog Lights - Separation Net Non-OEM Accessories: WeatherTech Dark WeatherFlectors - Stainless Steel License Plate Frame - Superior Dash Black Burlwood Dash Kit - Several Wwong Accessories - Vibrant Performance Stainless Steel Exhaust Tips (#1503) - Garmin Nuvi 660 GPS with Friction mount - Thule Atlantis 1600 Cargo Box - Honda Pilot Keychain (of course!)

06-24-2005, 10:50 AM	#8 (permalink)
BigDogDad Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New York Posts: 1,501 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Sounds like the Dell x50 or x50v may be the way to go. Advantages of one over the other? Thanks __________________ 2005 Honda Pilot EX-L RES Billet Silver Metallic OEM Accessories: All-Weather Floor Mats, Cargo Tray, Cross Bars, Door Visors, Hitch, Rear Splash Guards, Wheel Locks, Full Size Spare, Fog Lights, Fog Light Film, Black Side Steps Non-OEM Accessories: Tinted Windows, 3M Pilot Pads, Thule 998 Trailblazer Bike Rack, Hardwired Passport 8500, Sirius Audiovox PNP3 Receiver, Panoramic Rear View Mirror, Blind Spot Safety Mirrors

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06-23-2005, 10:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
il38694 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: CA Posts: 322 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I am interested in Dell x50V. Why do you need to reset the PDA every week?

06-23-2005, 10:54 PM	#5 (permalink)
crobii Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Gulfport, MS Posts: 10 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Have an Axim x5 and my wife has an x50...no weekly resets here...Love 'em both. We plug a GPS receiver in them and use Pocket Streets for simple locating, etc...We've been looking at Travroute due to it's reputation, but it's pretty expensive.

06-24-2005, 03:22 PM	#11 (permalink)
il38694 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: CA Posts: 322 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The coupon PKFZBW2Q?V3F33 did not work. But $418 is a good price.

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