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Originally Posted by whydidnt
I really do like the minor form-factor changes on the 750v. It looks like it will be even easier to hold and use. I've been playing with a 700wx lately and that already fits very nicely in my hand. However, I still can't get used to the lower resolution screen, it's really noticeable to me both in Internet browsing and e-mail, 2 primary functions that I count on from my device.
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For Internet browsing I agree. For email, not so much. Tick the font size in WM5 down one notch, and it's actually quite useable.
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I've also started playing with the Hermes, and it is really a fantastic device, with a great screen and fast response. However, no UMTS in my area yet
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Well, this is not specific to the Hermes. Or are you saying there is CDMA 3G but not GSM 3G?
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It is much easier to quickly look up a contact on the treo because I can just start typing with one hand.
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Yup, agreed, but a front-mounted thumbboard usually necessitates the square form factor. Alternatively, you could use Voice Command, but I prefer just typing out the name if I can.
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The Dash sounds like a very promising compromise, but doesn't offer 3G, so that probably won't be "the" device for me either.
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Well, my previous comment applies. There's also the Q...
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With a few tweaks they would have a killer deviced.
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I think any such revamp will be medium- to long-term, if it ever happens. Palm's famous, as we all know, for moving relatively slowly.
--janak