05-14-2004, 08:30 PM
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Magi
Join Date: Feb 2004
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Brighthand: Sneak Peek at the New Generation of iPAQs
"In the second half of 2003, HP released no less than seven new iPAQ models. In fact, during that period it put out more handhelds than even the prolific handheld maker Sony. However, this practice hasn't continued this year. Many people have speculated that HP was simply waiting for the release of Windows Mobile 2003, which came just a couple months ago, to re-start its parade of new models again. Unfortunately, it turns out that those who are hoping for new iPAQs in the near future are going to be disappointed."
Brighthand has managed to get their hands on some leaked information from HP regarding their upcoming product line-up. If the information is accurate, the future looks bright for Pocket PCs. The good news: More dual-slot devices, more RAM, VGA. The bad news: Sleeves are ditched, no photos. Here's a quick run-down of the devices:
� hx4700: CF & SD, 128mb RAM, possible VGA, available in late July
� hx2700: Replacement for 555x, possible VGA, fingerprint scanner, late 2004
� rz1700: Replacement for 194x, mid-range, slim design, QVGA, no ETA
� h6310 : Phone Edition with WiFi and Bluetooth, QVGA, possible August release
I'm glad to see the VGA and continued support for dual slots, and while the standard 128mb of RAM has been a long time coming, I'm happy to see that it's finally here. There's no word yet on the wireless capabilities of any of the "hx" or "rz" models, but I hope that HP will be able to use the same dual radio design that worked so well in the 41xx series. Personally, I hope to see a model like the hx4700 without the CF slot; I sold off all of my CF gear when I upgraded from an Axim X5.
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05-14-2004, 08:45 PM
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Thoughts Media Review Team
Join Date: Aug 2006
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I'm thrilled with the specs for the HX4700 -- one of the things that bummed me out about the 4350 was the lack of CF card support. Hmmm, if one of the HX4700's has VGA, Wi-fi, bluetooth, and a keyboard, I may be handing down my 2215 to my dear wife -- who dearly needs an organizer (she an assistant director, for heavens sake!) and loves to play crazy bubbles.
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05-14-2004, 08:46 PM
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Mystic
Join Date: Aug 2006
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Good info.  Now the decision process really starts. I'd love to have duel slots, especially since I'm looking at getting a CF digital camera. VGA seems like an almost necessary upgrade too. So right now I'm leaning towards the hx4700. But of course the 6310 would be nice, but that would mean dropping my Verizon plan, plus being stuck with QVGA. If the hx2700 would have CF, that'd be a great device. Guess we'll just wait and see. I wish HP would go public with this type of stuff. :|
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05-14-2004, 08:46 PM
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Ponderer
Join Date: Jan 2003
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"According to an unconfirmed report from a Brighthand reader who claims inside information,"
Well, if it's from an "unconfirmed.. claim," it must be true. :wink:
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05-14-2004, 08:48 PM
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Neophyte
Join Date: May 2004
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4700 definitely sounds like the one I would choose(based on these rumors  ) Guess I'll have to wait & see.
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05-14-2004, 08:54 PM
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Mystic
Join Date: Dec 2003
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If this is correct, the HX4700 would be close to being the perfect PPC for me, especially if it has both BT and WiFi.
The numbering of these seems to be out of step with HPs usual method though. I would have thought an HX2700 would be the next 2200 rather than 5550.
Anyway, I do hope that HP is really bringing out something new and exciting - it's about time!
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05-14-2004, 09:09 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 247
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Originally Posted by Bill Gunn
"According to an unconfirmed report from a Brighthand reader who claims inside information,"
Well, if it's from an "unconfirmed.. claim," it must be true. :wink:
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Who cares? We can hope, can't we?
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Current PDA: Dell Axim X51v
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05-14-2004, 09:13 PM
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Theorist
Join Date: Mar 2003
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The HX4700 sounds good to me. I wish it did not have a CF slot. With built in WiFi and Bluetooth there is not a need for CF. SDIO is perfect for storage and all the peripherals can use wireless Bluetooth. CF memory has a price advantage today but that will change very rapidly. CF and SDIO memory is going to follow the DRAM trend. DDR used to cost more then SDRAM because DDR was not selling in volumes in the beginning. Now DDR is mainstream and cost a lot less then SDRAM for the same density.
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05-14-2004, 09:53 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Aug 2002
Posts: 128
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What is QVGA, is that better or worse than VGA? Is that better or worse or same as what I have in my HP2215?
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05-14-2004, 09:59 PM
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Magi
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,186
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Originally Posted by Dermot81
What is QVGA, is that better or worse than VGA? Is that better or worse or same as what I have in my HP2215?
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QVGA is what your 2215's screen is. The resolution of QVGA is 240x320. The resolution of VGA is 480x640. 8)
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