Pocketinfo.nl Blogs on Their Experiences with the T-Mobile Ameo / HTC X7500

[Paul Martin]

<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish/trurl_pagecontent?lp=nl_en&url=http://www.pocketinfo.nl/artikel/7362/dag-1-t-mobile-ameo-htcx7500.html' target='_blank'>http://babelfish.altavista.com/babe...o-htcx7500.html</a><br /><br /></div><i>"However, sit there on sides two (stereo) speakers, what indicates that this toestel mainly either by means of Bluetooth oortje, or for handsfree telephone it is meant. I think thus that for most of the users business the t t-Mobile Ameo either secondary GSM will be, or even foresee will become of data-only a subscription. Furthermore me on that the keyboard construction fell very derogatory is of what we got used to formerly products. The Ameo suck themselves litterally using a very strong magnet to the keyboard fixed, and the first impression of this construction senses very company-certain. However, it can be clear that this small beast must remain far from the buurt of your portfolio...."</i> <br /><br /><img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/pocketinfo-nl_HTC_X7500_Ameo.jpg" /><br /><br />Pocketinfo.nl has already snagged a T-mobile Ameo, otherwise known as the HTC X7500. This week they'll be doing a daily blog reporting their experiences. The <a href="http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish/trurl_pagecontent?lp=nl_en&url=http://www.pocketinfo.nl/artikel/7362/dag-1-t-mobile-ameo-htcx7500.html">Babelfish translation</a> of the <a href="http://www.pocketinfo.nl/artikel/7362/dag-1-t-mobile-ameo-htcx7500.html">original page</a> is a little weak, but sounds like the keyboard attaches via a magnet. I do know that it should "<i>remain far from the buurt of your portfolio</i>" :lol: Any Dutch readers want to give a better translation?

[spmwinkel]

This will be a review in parts, but I just only felt like translating this part. I only check PPCThoughts through RSS and don't follow topics on the forums or anything like that, so please don't rely on me for translations of future parts of this review! I just might not even read replies on this topic. ;)

Maybe some parts are still translated too literally, or not in perfect English, but looking at "from the buurt of your portfolio", I just couldn't let you live with the Babelfish translation. What is mainly meant with the last sentence is that you shouldn't leave this device near your wallet, because of the magnets that can cause problems with the cards/passes inside.

I did my best to translate it with the English knowledge I have, so in some situations I rephrased the sentences. As little as possible, but sometimes it was necessary.
Enjoy :)

Italic parts added by me, not part of the translation
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Pocketinfo visitors who recently followed the media, can't have missed that the HTC X7500 recieved more press attention for the last few weeks, and it's sure that we're talking about a special PDA.

Also me, as an enthousiastic XDA Exec (Qtek 9000) user, was very curious about this device, and it was very nice to learn that Pocketinfo was the first to lay their hands on the T-Mobile Ameo, the T-Mobile branded version of the HTC X7500

[Picture of box]
Caption: The box like we got it from T-Mobile

Of course the first to do with a new device is not reading what's on the box, but just unpacking it. First hold it and turn it on.

Before I continue talking about my experience I would first like to share the specs of this device with you, because it will be clear that this is a special device.

(Part about specs, mostly speak for themselves. The last one is "Case: Leather case with magnetical 'attaching'" *don't know the proper word for the last one*)

[HTC X7500 Specification chart]
Caption: The official specs according to HTC

First Impression
Looking at the specs, it may be clear that this is a major powerhouse. EVerything you'd want on it, is on it. Fast, lots of storage space, and lots, lots of communication possibilities.


Caption: The T-Mobile AMEA unpacked

What I immediately notices, where the sizes and the wheigth of the device. So many specs can't be put in a matchbox, and only the first look at it made it clear that we're talking about a device that will compete with UMPC's for the favour of the business man. This device has all comforts, and even a VGA exit [i](VGA out?) is available to attach the device to a beamer


Caption: T-Mobile Ameo and the rest

Luckily, everything looked familiar when the device was turned on. Windows Mobile 5 booted fast, and within a couple of minutes I set up my HSDPA connection, push mail configuration, and synchronisation. The big screen is of excellent quality, and all I can say is that this was a very nice experience.

However, I also immediately noticed that where you can put the Qtek 9000 to your ear, this is just not possible with the T-Mobile Ameo. As far as this is concerned, this is litteraly the refrigirator [i](maybe just a Dutch joke, we call big devices refrigirators (sp?)). HTC didn't assume that people would put this device to their ears, therefor they just didn't place a speaker for that purpose.

But there are two stereo speakers on both sides, which shows that this to be used mostly with a Bluetooth headset, or for handsfree calling. I also think that for most business users, this will be a secundary device, or even only be used with a data-only plan.

I also noticed that the keyboard construction is very different from what we where used to. The Ameo litteraly sucks itself onto the device, using magnets, and the first impressy feels very secure (safe?). It is clear, though, that you shouldn't keep this toy close to your wallet.

[Image of Ameo attached to the keyboard]

These where my first impressions of the T-Mobile Ameo. When I use it more, and use the different features in practise, little follow-up articles will appear, ending in a bigger review in which I will include also the earlier discussed parts!

In practise, I will use this to have presentations, adjust project plannings, take over servers, make conference calls, and all other businesses that are part of my dayly work, and inform you about it.

Stay tuned!

[Ghozd]

It says.

Because the magnet is so powerfull you should not leave you WALLET near the device. Because of the Credit Cards.

Paul

[Paul Martin]

Thanks, spmwinkel and Ghozd for MUCH better translations. :)

[SteveHoward999]

Maybe some parts are still translated too literally, or not in perfect English, but looking at "from the buurt of your portfolio", I just couldn't let you live with the Babelfish translation.

1 - (Part about specs, mostly speak for themselves. The last one is "Case: Leather case with magnetical 'attaching'" *don't know the proper word for the last one*)

2 - and even a VGA exit (VGA out?) is available to attach the device to a beamer

3 - this is litteraly the refrigirator (maybe just a Dutch joke, we call big devices refrigirators (sp?)).

4 - the first impressy feels very secure (safe?).

Hey thanks for making this review so much clearer spmwinkel. Babelfish is great, but a long way from perfect.

I see you were not 100% certain on a couple of things, and it feels like it would be neighbourly to clear up your uncertainty. I hope you don't mind!

1, Probably 'magnetic attachment' or 'magnetic fastener/fastening'
2, VGA out ... to a projector.
3, refrigerator - yes definitley a Dutch joke :-)
4, Impression. Secure sounds better than safe in this context. Both make sense, though.

As ever, I am amazed at how great a command of English the Dutch and other Europeans have, compared to how hopeless us native English speakers are at other languages!

[Paul Martin]

As ever, I am amazed at how great a command of English the Dutch and other Europeans have, compared to how hopeless us native English speakers are at other languages!

So am I. For that matter, many English speakers don't have a good grasp of our own language!

[spmwinkel]

Many thanks Steve Howard for clearing up my uncertainties. :)

I knew about "impression", that was just me not re-reading it. :roll:

As for speaking English, we NEED to speak English. So much on the internet is in English, we (students, children, the "young" generation) are kinda prepared for the "grown up world' in which everything is getting a more international perspective, so we just don't have a choice. 8)
Why would you guys learn Dutch? You shouldn't even WANT to learn Dutch! :mrgreen:
The only not-Dutch people that I have had contact with, who knew a bit of Dutch, had a Dutch boy- or girlfriend. So they had a good reason. :D

[SteveHoward999]

The only not-Dutch people that I have had contact with, who knew a bit of Dutch, had a Dutch boy- or girlfriend. So they had a good reason. :D

I have several good Dutch friends. They tell me of learning Dutch, 'high' Dutch, English (US), English (UK), French and German from a young age. It's amazing talking with them in a group, they switch between 'UK' and 'US' English depending on who they talk to, from subtle pronunciations to lorry/truck, bonnet/hood etc.

It shames me to know I cannot speak in their native language (feels like bad manners), even knowing that in the present day, English is a lot more prevalant than Dutch :-/

Still - we can all drink beer together no matter what language we speak. But what's with half-filling those little shot glasses with beer then topping them up with froth? :-)

[Damion Chaplin]

Here in the U.S., we have a high-school requirement that you must take at least 2 years of a foreign language to graduate. Many countries in Europe require not only a firm grasp of their native language, but also English and an additional foreign language. For example, I've met many Germans who speak German, English and French fluently.

[SteveHoward999]

Here in the U.S., we have a high-school requirement that you must take at least 2 years of a foreign language to graduate. Many countries in Europe require not only a firm grasp of their native language, but also English and an additional foreign language. For example, I've met many Germans who speak German, English and French fluently.

Yeah it's the same in Britain. But we have no idea how to do this right. The reason others speak such good English (and other languages) is that they start years sooner than we do ... at aged 6 or 7 or even younger. Waiting until high school and just giving a couple of years of classroom lessons is successful for only a few people.

How many people do you know who took Spanish or whatever at school but who cannot actually hold even the most basic conversation in that language? I'll hold my hand up to that - and I took French + German in school.

[bkerrins]

I believe the two year foreign language requirement is not for graduation from high school, but it's a prerequisite to attending a university. So technically one could graduate from high school and yet not be eligible to attend a university. There are likely to be state requirements which would require a language to graduate, but I do not believe that is a national requirement.
Although a agree with most everyone in this post...it's an embarrassment that we cannot communicate in anything other than English (and that we do poorly as well.)

[Jason Dunn]

I happen to have had some hands-on time with a pre-production Athena, and now that this is public I can talk about it...so look for a post from me tomorrow on this (just my first impressions).

[jamesbe2759]

Say that again....in english please. :lol:

[kamikun]

I happen to have had some hands-on time with a pre-production Athena, and now that this is public I can talk about it...so look for a post from me tomorrow on this (just my first impressions).

I would be the absolute last person to rag on someone for missing a self-imposed deadline... but, 8) I really am looking forward to reading this.

Did I miss it or is it still in development?

[Jason Dunn]

I would be the absolute last person to rag on someone for missing a self-imposed deadline... but, 8) I really am looking forward to reading this. Did I miss it or is it still in development?

Heh. Nope. I'll make a reminder for myself to do it up tomorrow, today is just shot, sorry. :(