11-30-2006, 01:30 PM
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There Just Might Be New Axims from Dell After All
"Taking this all together, I had just about given up hope that there would ever be any more Axims. Then I spied something in IDC's most recent report on the world handheld market: The company [Dell] has finished phasing out some of the older models from its portfolio and is concentrating on developing the Axim X51 platform with faster processors and more memory. I couldn't get anyone outside of IDC to confirm this, but it still was enough to renew my faith. It's mighty lite on specifics, but at least there's some solid evidence that we can expect new Pocket PCs from Dell at some point in the future."
Like many, I assumed that Dell would eventually close out the X51 series and exit the PDA space. Ed Hardy of Brighthand has some intriguing thoughts on why Dell hasn't released a new device yet and why they may be about to in the coming months.
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11-30-2006, 04:32 PM
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Great Mobile
This mobile is really great to watch
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11-30-2006, 04:48 PM
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I figured it was only a matter of time. While the market for stand-alone PPC's isn't as big as it used to be, Dell and HP are the biggest players in it. If you want a high-end device then it's either Dell or Fuji, and the Dell is much easier to get. They pretty much own the high end market since HP got out of it.
The fact that the X51 has been around so long is also no big surprise. What significant improvements were there to make that couldn't be handled by a firmware update or the user/developer community? Dell's device still has the fastest CPU on the market. They are the only one of three companies that make a PPC with a VGA screen. Until HP released the rx4000 and rx5000 series nobody had more internal storage. The only incentive Dell had to release a new device was when Microsoft released the next version of the OS. Now that CE6 is out, and Windows Mobile 6 is probably not far behind it, they can work on making a new device to use it.
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11-30-2006, 06:26 PM
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Re: Great Mobile
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Originally Posted by vikasgarg
This mobile is really great to watch
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Vikasgarg, assuming you mean Pocket PC Thoughts, it's a great community. Thanks for taking time to join us and post!
Paul
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11-30-2006, 06:50 PM
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Good, I'm glad to hear that. I read about all of the rumors, and i just never understood why Dell would back out after making such a good, successful product.
To be honest, I do not see why anyone needs a faster processor and more memory. I've never seen a program that required a 624mhz processor, have you? And ROM? LOL! I've got everything I could ever want on there, and I still have 80mb free.
Instead of having to shell out over $400 for a new device, I'd rather pay $30 for a Windows Mobile 6 ROM update. Please Dell? Pleeeeeaasse?
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11-30-2006, 06:57 PM
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Dell Axim X51v and Crossbow
Dear colleagues!
I'm located in Brazil and intend to buy a Pocket PC PDA in the near future.
After careful investigation on many brands and products available, I think that the Dell Axim X51v might be the best option for me (primary uses are personal organizer, VoIP through Skype, internet and e-mail).
However, I am not sure if it is the right time to make my purchasing decision, as Microsoft will probably launch Crossbow/Office 2007/Exchange 2007 until the end of next semester. At the same time, six months is quite a lot and I ask myself if the changes will be significant enough. Another possibility is that Dell update the OS and the other programs by the time of Microsoft's release.
Could you be of help with this issue?
I would really appreciate any information or suggestion you might provide.
Thanks in advance,
Keep Walking
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11-30-2006, 07:37 PM
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Keep Walking,
At this point, a new Dell is really speculation, although on fairly good logic. I would have no qualms about recommending the Axim X51v. If you really want a new device if or when they come out, sell the old one and get the latest model. Enjoy the Dell and let the dust settle a little with Vista and Crossbow. Also, when the new Windows Mobile devices were released from Dell, there were several complaints about compatibility and device issues. It took developers some time to adapt and for Dell to release ROM updates. So, I see time on your side. Good luck with your decision.
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11-30-2006, 07:47 PM
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Thinker
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My only real problem with my x51v is that the WiFi drivers and utilites seem buggy. Beyond that, my Axim has been a joy to own and use. If you aren't concerned about getting the top of the line pda's the moment they come out, go for the x51v.
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11-30-2006, 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Joelacrane
My only real problem with my x51v is that the WiFi drivers and utilites seem buggy.
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I've had the same problem. Whenever I try to look at the specifics in the Communications settings, I can't seem to get it to close out. I tap OK until I just give up, switch to the memory settings and shut out of it that way. But, when it works...it's great! :lol:
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11-30-2006, 08:05 PM
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Neophyte
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Thank you for the feedbacks and specially to Paul Martin for the advice.
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