Dell Axim X30 Reviews Popping Up Everywhere

[Pat Logsdon]

<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://www.bargainpda.com/default.asp?newsID=2055&review=Dell+Axim+X30' target='_blank'>http://www.bargainpda.com/default.a...w=Dell+Axim+X30</a><br /><br /></div><img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/logsdon_20040518_bargainpda.jpg" /><br /><br /><b><a href="http://www.bargainpda.com/default.asp?newsID=2055&amp;review=Dell+Axim+X30">BargainPDA</a>:</b> "As if the price point of the 312 combo weren't enough to get the blood pumping, the 624 combo gets things really interesting. It has the memory and dual wireless of the 312 combo, plus a cradle with a charging slot for a second battery, and Intel's newest and fastest processor available: the 624 MHz XScale PXA270. The 624 combo unit is priced at $349, a unbeliveable price point for such a loaded unit."<br /><br /><img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/logsdon_20040518_pdabuyer.jpg" /><br /><br /><b><a href="http://www.pdabuyersguide.com/Dell_axim_X30.htm">PDA Buyer's Guide</a>:</b> "All models support SDIO, have Intel XScale PXA270 (Bulverde) processors and Intel StrataFlash ROM (both faster and more expensive than the NAND Flash ROM found in recent low priced Pocket PCs). The basic model lists for a modest $199, while the middle model sells for $249 and the top of the line model costs $349. Amazingly low prices for all models! The basic model and middle models come with a USB sync cable (you can purchase a cradle separately for $20). The 624 MHz model comes with a chrome finish weighted USB sync cradle that can also charge a spare battery (the same cradle used for the Axim X3). Please note that these prices may change." <br /><br />So...who's placed their order? :mrgreen:

[acollet]

unbeatable price for a fully loaded PocketPC.. how could you ever consider a Palm.. Plus adv. exchange w/ no charge for 1 year ! Be curious how HP makes out w/ their prices.

[jblodgett]

Unfortunately it looks like these won't even begin shipping until mid-June.

What's the point of introducing a new product if you don't even have it in stock???

[ricksfiona]

That's going to put serious pressure on HP. Hopefully they're mouth watering HX4700 won't cost a small fortune.

[rzanology]

haaa haaaaaa.....to late dell. We are all already onthe waiting list for that new hp. Tough luck!

[csterns]

I am thinking about updating and was wondering with the new HP's on their way and probably due out about the same time wouldn't one better off waiting for the new HP?

[Ed@Brighthand]

I am thinking about updating and was wondering with the new HP's on their way and probably due out about the same time wouldn't one better off waiting for the new HP?

If the rumors are correct, the iPAQ hx4700 (http://www.brighthand.com/article/RumorMill_-_Additional_Info_on_iPAQ_hx4700) will be out in late July, at least a month after these Dells. However, I'd say you should certainly wait if the iPAQ is what you are looking for. It will supposedly offer a higher resolution screen and dual slots. However, I predict it will cost at least $150 more than the top of the line Axim X30, and quite possible $200 more.

[csterns]

Ahhhh, just in time for my B-Day. Make note to self: get HP47XX for B-Day :D

Hey for everything that is coming with it, it is worth the $200 bucks!

[possmann]

very good deal - nice job dell of pushing the envelope in features AND price point. IF HP came out with this it would cost at least $500 - just mark my words...

[Jonathan1]

**slams head into keyboard** rweuour323r92943294309r3c229034

WHY?!?! WHY is it so dang hard for a OEM to build a flip cover into a Pocket PC?!?! Is it because it might actually prevent someone from breaking the screen and needing to buy a new one?!?!?

**Throws a temper tantrum on the ground**


Other then that it looks like a fine device.

[Prevost]

624 MHz...

My desktop is a 700 Mhz Celeron !!! :oops: 0X :mrgreen:

For those prices, sounds good. Shame it isn't VGA.

The behavior of the OS when swiching into landscape model is, however, disturbing.

[xoiph]

624 MHz...

My desktop is a 700 Mhz Celeron !!! :oops:

And my box is running at 500 MHz :oops: :oops: :oops:

How sad/cool that there are PDAs out there faster than my desktop!

[arnage2]

very good deal - nice job dell of pushing the envelope in features AND price point. IF HP came out with this it would cost at least $500 - just mark my words...

there new 4700 model is likely to cost $550

[dh]

It's great to see Dell back. After smashing the price/performance barrier with the X5, the X3 was just another MeToo PPC.

The X30 looks as though it will re-establish the Axim line as a leader again.

Meanwhile, what about an X70 for serious users??

[Jonathon Watkins]

Meanwhile, what about an X70 for serious users??

Is they offer an X5 PPC2003SE update to tide us over, I'll think about it. :? Other than that, the HP 4700 is looking mightly good!