OS provided:
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0
Installed RAM:
128 MB
Processor:
Marvell 624 MHzXScale PXA310
Wireless connectivity:
IEEE 802.11b,
IEEE 802.11g,
Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
Dimensions (W x D x H):
3 in x 0.6 in x 5 in
Input device type:
Stylus,
Touch-screen,
9-way navigation pad
Description:
The HP iPAQ 211 is a Pocket PC-based, business-oriented handheld device.
Compared to other business-oriented handhelds on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $370.
You can expand the memory of this unit using Secure Digital (SD), or MMC media.
Runs on Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0.
Pros:
Has a 18-bit color display, which is somewhat better than some similarly priced handhelds.
Also, this handheld runs on the Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0 operating system, which is considerably more advanced than some similarly priced handhelds.
A second expansion slot supports CompactFlash media, such as wireless adapters.
Cons:
Weighs in at 6.8 ounces weight, which is heavier than some similarly priced handhelds.
For example, the
HP iPAQ H4155
, a Pocket PC-based handheld at around $390, weighs just 4.7 ounces weight.
Since this device runs on Pocket PC, it will work only with Windows, not with Linux or Macintosh operating systems.
Suitability:
A business-oriented handheld, suited for professional use.
Also, this handheld should be passable for viewing standard images (given that it supports standard at a resolution of 640x480).
This handheld supports the Bluetooth private area network protocol, which means that it can wirelessly connect with other Bluetooth-enabled devices within about 30 feet to synchronize data, access e-mail and the Internet, exchange files, and print documents.
This PDA includes Wi-Fi (802.11b) compatibility and can be used to access the internet at various wireless enabled "hotspots".
Value:
Given its very inexpensive price, this handheld has good features for the money.
Suggestions:
(1) If you plan to enter large amounts of data, consider purchasing an
external portable keyboard
for your PDA.
(2) For news and reviews of the latest handhelds, visit
the Handhelds Feature on CNET Reviews
.
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