10-05-2004, 05:00 PM
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Ipaq HQ Reviews the iPAQ 4705
"If want VGA and prefer HP, this is the model for you. If you are a budget PPC'er, this is not for you. I am trying not to call it an overpriced gadget, but it is hard knowing pricing on other VGA models. If you want dual memory slots and a whopping 4" VGA screen, then the price is justified in my opinion. Yes, there are cheaper models out and to come, but the hx4700 is a solid performer and is almost the perfect PocketPC right now. Shrink it and lower the cost a bit and it is perfect. Even though it has a stellar CPU and the frame rates are very nice, I NOT RECOMMEND THE HX4700 TO GAMERS. The navigation pad makes this unit a tough gaming unit. (I am sure HP did not design this one for the gamers anyhow.)"
As the conclusion's tone suggests, Chris has a detailed yet useful review for anyone out there still trying to decide if the hx4705 is for them.
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10-05-2004, 05:19 PM
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Thoughts Media Review Team
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I am very impressed by how much the 4700 looks like a (very  ) scaled down version of the good ol' Newton mp2k:
Of course it is well less than half the size has a colour screen, heaps of memory.....
But the styling is very similiar even down to the flip over cover.
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10-05-2004, 05:33 PM
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I'm SURE the nav pad could be adapted to suit some games very well, better than a digital d-pad, that's for sure. It's a matter of time.
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10-05-2004, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by David Johnston
I'm SURE the nav pad could be adapted to suit some games very well, better than a digital d-pad, that's for sure. It's a matter of time.
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Agreed, I expect to either see or code myself an interfact to turn off center select and or mode the d-pad.
I think it has tons of potential.
It took a little while to get used to but I am completely falling in love with the hx4700.
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10-05-2004, 06:04 PM
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Mystic
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Have you ever tried to play a game on the trackpad on a laptop? If you had you'd understand why its not the best.
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10-05-2004, 06:12 PM
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Pupil
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Originally Posted by cageyjames
Have you ever tried to play a game on the trackpad on a laptop? If you had you'd understand why its not the best.
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Works with Nethack perfectly!
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10-05-2004, 06:19 PM
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Ultimately, it depends on the type of game you're trying to play. 
--janak
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10-05-2004, 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Stephen Beesley
I am very impressed by how much the 4700 looks like a (very ) scaled down version of the good ol' Newton mp2k:
Of course it is well less than half the size has a colour screen, heaps of memory.....
But the styling is very similiar even down to the flip over cover. |
:roll: Don't even get me started. I still use my Newton on a regular basis. Its still the best at taking notes on the fly IMHO. The 4705 is nice. It ain't no Newton. Damn you jobs for killing my baby. I can only cry at what a current up to date Newton would look like. :bawl:
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10-05-2004, 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Jonathan1
:roll: Don't even get me started. I still use my Newton on a regular basis. Its still the best at taking notes on the fly IMHO. The 4705 is nice. It ain't no Newton. Damn you jobs for killing my baby. I can only cry at what a current up to date Newton would look like. :bawl:
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Did you read the /. post about Newton OS?
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10-05-2004, 06:39 PM
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I really hope the 4705 does well. :way to go: Seriously. :worried: Go out and buy one guys. Ignore the Dell line of PDA's.
*waves his hand at the PPCT's audience* These aren't the PDA's you are looking for.
Just skip them and get an HP.
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