12-06-2004, 04:00 PM
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CompUSA Offering HP iPAQ rz1715 + SD Bundle
Finally, a vendor has realized that no one is going to buy an rz1715 at the original MSRP and has thrown together a bundle that makes the unit a little more worthwhile: CompUSA is selling a rz1715 + 512MB SD card for $219 after two rebates.
The rz1715 is still a no-frills unit, but at least this bundle makes it potentially a worthwhile holiday gift. 8)
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12-06-2004, 04:25 PM
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FYI HP dropped the price of this model:
http://www.brighthand.com/article/iP...715_Price_Drop
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This Pocket PC debuted at $280 this summer, but it is now selling for $$250 on HPShopping.com, HP's official web store.
In addition, this site is offering a $30 instant rebate on the rz1715, bringing the price down to just $220.
Of course, handheld manufacturers rarely have the best deals. A search of CNET Shopper.com shows several sites offering this iPAQ for less than HP's price.
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12-06-2004, 06:19 PM
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Can the rx series work like a "normal" ppc?
Can the current today screen be restored to the today screen as seen on non-media version Ipaqs?
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12-06-2004, 06:46 PM
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Originally Posted by GaryK
Can the rx series work like a "normal" ppc?
Can the current today screen be restored to the today screen as seen on non-media version Ipaqs?
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Yes. The today screen you see in the picture at the moment is just another Today plugin called "Mobile Media Companion". Uncheck the box and normality will be restored. 
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12-06-2004, 07:16 PM
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Hey that's not a bad deal. I've been without a PPC for several months, having sold my 4150 in anticipation of the x50v, and then deciding that I should probably converge and get a PPC phone, which is still in the works (i-mate JAM, anyone?). Meanwhile I've been forced to use my ancient Palm V for basic needs and it's kinda embarrasing to pull that thing out in front of other people. I've thought about getting a 1945 for the interrim, but this might be a better deal.
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12-06-2004, 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ventivent
Hey that's not a bad deal. I've been without a PPC for several months, having sold my 4150 in anticipation of the x50v, and then deciding that I should probably converge and get a PPC phone, which is still in the works (i-mate JAM, anyone?). Meanwhile I've been forced to use my ancient Palm V for basic needs and it's kinda embarrasing to pull that thing out in front of other people. I've thought about getting a 1945 for the interrim, but this might be a better deal.
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If you're embarassed to be using your Palm V, you'd probably have to commit suicide if someone saw you with an rz1715.
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12-06-2004, 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by ADBrown
If you're embarassed to be using your Palm V, you'd probably have to commit suicide if someone saw you with an rz1715.
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Harsh, but...... fair. :lol:
The 1945 surely has a lot more style and features than the rz1715 Ventivent? Or, go with the X50v. It's a good device and I'm enjoying it. I too would like a converged device, but not until one has a VGA screen and that could be a while off. Who knows what tommorow will bring?
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12-07-2004, 02:30 AM
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If I want a POS ill buy a Palm.
This wouldve been a good deal like 18 months ago when a 512mb SD card cost 400$.
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12-07-2004, 02:31 AM
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Oh and the Ipaq and SD card in that pic are NOT I repeat NOT at scale.
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