07-02-2002, 03:30 PM
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Contributing Editor Emeritus
Join Date: Aug 2006
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eWeek calls the Toshiba e740 the Pocket PC Sweet Spot
http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,3959,331837,00.asp
X-Scale issues aside, the e740 is a very nice device. Some consider it the best Pocket PC available. "Although the e740's new chip and built-in wireless functionality certainly caught our attention, we were just as impressed with the device's dual expansion slots, removable battery and overall excellent design, prompting us to give the e740 an Analyst's Choice award. The e740 runs Microsoft Corp.'s Pocket PC 2002 mobile operating system, which includes applications for Terminal Services, MSN instant messaging, and secure communications via VPN. The device, which began shipping last month, is uniquely well positioned to take advantage of these networking functions, thanks to its integrated�and well-implemented�support for 802.11b."
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07-02-2002, 04:05 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 110
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Toshiba is a BIG hit for me!!!!!
Well I have to agree. I love my Toshiba E-740. It performs perfectly. I have been waiting to see if something would come up that I wouldn't like, but NOPE; I use it for sales calls and am always amazed what things I can do with it. And I still have as of yet needed to buy any add-ons, just my SD card. (no sleeves needed for me) I am able to do eveything that I want to without a hitch. THANK YOU TOSHIBA; for putting out an awesome product. 
GET one today, you will not be dissappointed!
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07-02-2002, 04:24 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: May 2002
Posts: 46
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Nice review, looks like a nice product. But with the X-scale issues I don't see spending another 500+ for a very marginal speed gain. Need to wait to see if Microsoft or Intel can fix the problem.
I will stick with my iPaq 3835 and 3630 for now.
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07-02-2002, 04:51 PM
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Mystic
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,768
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550G
I like Toshiba devices.... I am just waiting on the 550G. The 4" screen looks so nice in pictures, I don't think I could settle for anything less now.
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07-02-2002, 05:25 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 64
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Does the 550G have built-in WiFi? I don't remember...
It did have built-in CF-II and SD, right?
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07-02-2002, 05:35 PM
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Neophyte
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 2
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e740 or Ipaq 3970
Hi guys,
Now that the review are in for both e740 and ipaq 3970 (review just came in at pocketpcpassion), I'm really torn on what to get.
Before anyone says I should decide between bluetooth and wifi, I need bluetooth so I'm deciding between e740 bluetooth model and 3970, so this is not an issue.
I really, really am impressed with the 3970 screen, but I would also kill for an on board CF without the expansion sleeve.
Money is no object on this (but please don't say get both!). I would appreciate any recommendation. Thanks a lot.
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07-02-2002, 05:42 PM
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Oracle
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 980
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Quote:
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Originally Posted by donkthemagicllama
Does the 550G have built-in WiFi? I don't remember...
It did have built-in CF-II and SD, right?
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No WiFi either BT, no replaceable battery.
About e740 is a good PPC for IT. advanced users who need wireless or persons with a little idea about networking. No for users who think they are getting a new kind of cellphone 
And defenitly, it has some software issues that should be resolved by Toshiba, I hope soon.
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07-02-2002, 06:11 PM
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Mystic
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,768
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550G
I have no need for BT, but integrated WiFi would save me a CF slot. The 550G 4" screen however may be just too much for me to pass over. :-)
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07-02-2002, 06:20 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 217
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Is resolution higher on 550G?
JonnoB,
Is the resolution higher on the 4" screen? I actually prefer the smaller Jornada screen over the iPaq's larger screen because I think it looks better to me, especially since I read ebooks and sites on it about 2 hours a day while I commute on the bus. I compared them side by side and like the smaller screen size.
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07-02-2002, 06:27 PM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 29,160
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Re: Is resolution higher on 550G?
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Originally Posted by palmsolo
Is the resolution higher on the 4" screen?
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No, it's the same 320 x 240 resolution, so ultimately the 4" screen will have a lower PPI than the smaller Jornada screen.
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