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Summary: Another Palm User turns to the fantastic HP 1910
Review: This is a great PDA! I bought this last week, have loaded up all the data that I need to herd on a daily basis, and put on a number of apps that easily fall into the "Palm User" look and feel zone.I've been fighting the urge to move towards Pocket PC for a few years, feeling like I've been able to escape the tractor beam of Microsoft and what I've considered their mediocre (or middle of the road, or average, take your pick of the descriptor) efforts in the software area. But the form factor, great screen, good to great Pocket PC software, and excellent price of the 1910 finally turned the tide for me. The 1910 feels very solid, great build quality, is more than speedy enough, and best of all, works as a solid replacement for my Sony Clie. I'm very impressed with the 1910, I think HP did a fine job. More important at the end of the day is the software, and that is what swayed me. The overall quality of sofware you can buy or download for the PocketPC is on the rise, and I like the way that the Pocket PC integrates with my Desktop PC. Active Sync seems to work pretty well, and I'm able to use Lotus EasySync to sync Notes with the 1910. Toshiba, Dell, and Viewsonic were all in the running, but the HP won on fantastic screen, form factor, and build quality. I'm very happy with the purchase
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Summary: The tide turns in favor of PocketPC
Review: First, let me make it clear that I have been a "naysayer" about the PocketPC devices for some time. I felt they were too heavy, too clunky, too expensive, and too complex. I also have had 3 different Palm devices over the years, so was experienced enough to know what I wanted. The HP iPAQ 1910 changes everything. It is lightweight -- in fact, it is a perfect weight and size to carry around in your shirt pocket or in your purse. The screen is brilliant. The OS continues to improve with each iteration, and MS ActiveSync on the desktop is considerably better than using any Palm or third-party product. In fact, if you use Outlook on your desktop PC you are cheating yourself if you use anything other than ActiveSync with PocketPC. This device, at a great price, is truly useful and worth the investment. Since I have had it, two people have seen it and gotten their own within a week. It has great "coolness"! Also, if you want a case, do a search online and you can find custom made cases available now.
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Summary: hp1910 - Nice size, lousy hardware, would not buy again
Review: I've used PDAs for 10+ years and this unit does not compare favorably. Best features: Screen is great, software on the PDA works great. Three biggest drawbacks: 1)Unprotected buttons on front and side lead to inadvertent activation of software and battery drain whenever the unit is touched (think pocket, purse or briefcase), 2) this unit communicates only through synchronization, there is no way to communicate with any other hardware (no GPS, no serial port connection, etc.), and 3) the Microsoft ActiveSync software and/or the interface with this device is buggy (I've had lots of problems that were only recoverable by finding and deleting folders and files on my PC and then starting the connection process from scratch). I would not buy this product again and was very disappointed to uncover the missing serial port capability (not obvious until I got the unit home).
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Summary: Suggested accessory & some clarifications...
Review: After reading another review on the Ipaq 1910 I felt the need to write one of my own. First let me say that I absolutely love my 1910. You can't beat the size/features/price combination - with ANYTHING else on the market; pocket pc or palm. As for standard features, the 1910 comes with some basics not pre-installed, but available on the included CD for installing. Examples: Windows Media Player, Transcriber & MS Reader. While there is no "jpeg viewer" included, you can view jpegs using the included pocket internet explorer. The unit does not have any protective cover/case, though and one is definately needed. I highly recommend the slipper case by ebcases-dot-com. It's about $42 with shipping but is NOT a universal case, it's CUSTOM MADE FOR THE HP1910 IPAQ and fits beautifully. It's very compact, thus keeping the size of the 1910 down - as was meant to be. The only real complaint I have if the current lack of accessories for this awesome little product. However, they are coming - including a Wi-Fi 802.11b SD card solution from SanDisk (June, 2003) for around $130. I recommend buying a 128 or 256 MB SD card in the meantime, as you'll likely want more space than the 46 available RAM. Overall I've been very satisfied with my 1910 and highly recommend it.
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Summary: The Pocket PC is great, but....
Review: I bought my 1910 when it came out in Dec. 2002. I wanted something that literally would fit in my shirt pocket without feeling that I was carrying a lump of coal in there. I considered the then-new Dell pocket PC, but this one was smaller, lighter, and at least as capable. Functionally, I definitely give it 5 stars. In particular, the display is as bright and crisp as on the more expensive iPAQ models. My dissatisfaction is, to a degree, my own fault. I knew when I bought it that no accessories for other iPAQ models would be compatible. But I thought that in a few months, either HP or third parties would address this. However, there is still no reasonably priced custom-fit case for it, nor a keyboard or modem. Maybe sales haven't been high enough to justify this. If you view this as a top-end PDA on which you can play MS solitaire, rather than as a fully functional pocket PC, then you should be extrememly pleased.
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Summary: Sync problems keep cropping up/no support
Review: I've had mine for 1.5 years, and it's very useful, except for one problem. I can't sync. At all. At first it synced fine, but after a while, I had occasional problems and would have to spend hours getting it to work, because my comp would not be able to find the device (I've found many reasons for this, and trust me - they are a pain to chase down - even fluff in the connector and an iffy signal to the interface will do the trick). This time, I've spent a week of evenings searching for the solution. When I checked the HP Web site, this item was totally lacking in help, I believe because it is no longer sold. My comp is fine, the device is fine, and the Activesync is there - they just are not speaking. I call this the "family feud PDA" - they are close, they are family - they won't talk.
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Summary: I'm about to return this item
Review: I exchanged my viewsonic v35 (had some HW problems synchronizing) for this one because the size and looks of it is so attractive.
I figured the slower processor (200) is not going to be an issue, but I was wrong. Compared to viewsonic, it's too slow loading just about anything, including your calendar and address book. I've had it for less than 24 hours and I've already had to reset it twice because it crashes and freezes in mid-work. RAM is only 48, but that's not a real issue as it also has a good amount of ROM space. It doesn't have a cradle (which is prices as about 1/4 of the cost of the pokcet PC itself (read: not worth it). It does not have a a leathercase (defitely a must have unless you don't care about scratching up your device). Honestly, earphones carried no weight in my decision to purchase this device. The screen is not as sensitive to the stylus as most other palm and pocket pc devices are. I literarly had to PUSH to do about anything, where it was click or drag or ... Bottom line: If I were you, I would invest a little more and get something better. You'd be suprised how much of a differnce another 100 MHZ will make!!
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Summary: everything you expect but still missing
Review: I've been a PDA for about 4 years. Started out with a Compaq iPaq running Windows CE and loved it. When I dropped it and the screen broke, my extended warrantee replaced it with a Palm Vx and it did the job but I always wanted a Windows CE again. The newer iPaq models were just too large for my needs. When I saw the 1910 I ditched the Vx and Pocket PC is everything I remembered and more. The screen on this is fantastic. Super bright and extremely vibrant. Way better than the monochrome on my old iPaq and my Vx. If you use Microsoft Outlook, Pocket PC is must have. The one thing I really like is when you sync with MS Outlook you get all the information (i.e. multiple address, all phone numbers, etc.) unlike the Palm where it was a partial sync. The size is amazing. Smaller than my Vx and iPaq, it makes it very nice when you're on the go. The newer iPaqs, although much like a full blown computer, are much too large to carry around daily. The only thing keeping me from rating this as 5 stars is you to buy the cradle separately, that's bogus. Also, why isn't there a case available? My old iPaq came with a sleeve. My Vx had that flap thing and I had the optional form fitting hard case. HP needs to get with it and offer a case at the minimum and should include some sort of case.
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Summary: One should try this
Review: I received iPaq as a birthday gift from my fiance.I know quite well about electronics.
My initial impression was Wow..
The Display/Graphics is extremely pleasing.Navigation is very simple..so any starter who is not very techno savvy can operate this PC with ease.Since the operating system is Windows CE,its very simple to browse thru(as many are familiar with Windows GUI).The best feature ofcourse is Outlook Syncup (must for all Pocket PCs ofcourse) but its easy and quick.The software installation is not too difficult either.The sound quality is good and works great with a Secure Digital card as well. Now for a few Cons,
The conventional "CROSS" at Top,right hand corner doesnot stand for "Closing" of the program but it means "Minimising" the screen.That leaves your program still running in Backgroud.So even if the display shows your "desktop" (Today screen) there are functions running in backgroud...This will make your PC freeze often if many programs are running.
This PC freezes very often and I have to reset it then.
If it freezes real bad then you will have to Hard reset it which means your data is lost.
So I would suggest that "Stop" all the running programs at certain intervals..You have that option in "Settings". But overall I am very happy with the performance...
I would advise one to buy it.
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Summary: Very useful for the price.
Review: I recieved an HP iPAQ 1915 as a gift at the end of last year, and it's great. The only difference between my 1915 and the 1910 is that the 1915 supports SDIO. But the 1915 is very hard to find, so this is the closet thing to it. If you need Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, this does not have it and a card for that feature will not work without the SDIO slot. So if you need those features, look at higher end models. I am a big computer person, and this is MY first PDA, although other people in my family have had them, and it's great. One of the things I use mine for is basic organization using the included calander, tasks, contacts, etc. The programs are done very well, the files take up little memory, and it takes little effort to record the info you need. But if you all you need is an organizer, there are much cheaper alternatives. If you use it for more, like me, then read on. Those tasks don't show this PDA's true cababilities. So what does? Well, games of corse. And I don't mean tetris and solitare. Can you say Nintendo and Gameboy? Yes. If you get one of these, you can get an emulator for it, and it'll play your favorite Nintendo and Gameboy games flawlessly. Of course, to download ROMS, you need to legally own the actal game. But the picture is rich, and there is no lag unless you're multi-tasking or trying to run a more intensive emulator, such as Super Nintendo or Gameboy Advanced, neither of which I have tried. There are many games writen specificly for Windows CE as well, which should run well on it. The display shows all of these beautifully. It can also play music! Download Windows Media Player from the included CD, and you can listen to WMAs or MP3s on it. Other progams can be downloaded or purchased that can play other formats. I use WinamPAQ to paly 80kbs ogg vorbis files, which maintain CD quality while being smaller than an MP3 file. The sound quality is superb, and under settings and audio, you can adjust the bass and treble. It goes pretty loud, but as any portable music player, heavy bass and high volumes will distort some. But my main complaint comes in here. A 2.5MM HEADPONE JACK. WHY HP!?!?!? This is smaller than most headphone jacks, which are 3.5mm. This means you'll have to use their bad included headpones, or buy and carry around a bulky converter. An SD chip can be purchased if you plan on putting large programs, music, etc. on your iPAQ. They come in many sizes between 16MB and 4GB. 128MB-512MB should be sufficent for most people. As far as specs, they are fairly good for the price. The 200Mhz XScale processor can run basic tasks very well, as well as some more complex tasks. But listening to music while doing other stuff can stress out this CPU, and performance will suffer. If you plan on multi-tasking, get a version with a better processor. The 1900 series come with 64MB of RAM, but only 46MB is available for the user because there is only 16MB of Flash ROM. So it requires some essential programs be loaded to RAM. The available 46MB is storage and temporary memory. If you want good performance try to leave at least 1/3 of the memory empty for programs to use temporarily. A slider in the memory setting allows the user to adjust this. But this ammount of memory can store thousands of word and excel documents, tasks, contacts, appoinments, etc. All-in-all, it should be fast and versitile enough for most people. It is a good comprimise between price and features. And it is one of the smallest PDAs available with a 320x240 display. Those who need to run more intensive programs, have more features, etc. should upgrade to a higher end iPAQ. Those who only need basic organization features can get a low end Palm or dedicated elecronic organizer for a lower price.
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