New iPaqs Given Shape

[Nurhisham Hussein]

<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://www.theunwired.net/?item=leak-first-hp-ipaq-600-and-ipaq-900-renderings-hit-the-web' target='_blank'>http://www.theunwired.net/?item=lea...ngs-hit-the-web</a><br /><br /></div><i>"You have seen the expected specs of the new HP iPAQ 600 and iPAQ 900 on the::unwired before but now, Smartphone France also posted two renderings of what the iPAQ 600 and iPAQ 900 should look like. In addition, Smartphone France also confirmed the earlier unveiled specs of both devices which will run Windows Mobile 6 Professional (Pocket PC) instead of Standard (Smartphone) and therefore, both devices will have a touch screen."</i><br /><br /><img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/hisham-20080903-unwired_new_ipaqs.jpg" /><br /><br />It appears <a href="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/index.php?topic_id=56440">the foam</a> has been given shape! Although I have to say the design is a little derivative, I love the black livery - makes a change from the largely metallic colours HP has generally given recent iPaqs. The touch sensitive circle on the 600 series (pic on the left) is also really intriguing, even if I'm none too confident how that will work out - at least HP aren't afraid to be a bit innovative. In any case, things are starting to brighten up on the HP front at last!

[Hosidax]

I've said it before and I'll say it again:

HP is going to have to work long and hard to regain my trust in the iPaq line. They've just played too fast and loose in the past with spotty product development, curious hardware feature choices and bad customer service.

I'll keep an eye on them; but for now-- I. Just. Don't. Trust. Them.

[Pdaholic]

Everybody is so down on HP. I personally like their PDAs. I tend to go through PDAs quickly, but the 4350 I previously used and the 6945 I currently use are two PDAs that were/are able to maintain my interest and have all the features I need. The 6900 series once offered more than any other PDA on the market when it was initially introduced.

As for the new thumboard device, I have to say I am glad iPaq chose a higher res screen (looks like it, at least). I'm not sure why there is so much room below the bottom row of keys. Overall, the device reminds me of the upcoming Jaq4. I'm glad HP dropped the tiny joystick currently on the 6900. Lookin' forward to more info.

[Kacey Green]

I'm ready to give them another chance now, they just need to put out a product that makes me want to part with my hard-earned money.

[ADBrown]

I'm ready to give them another chance now, they just need to put out a product that makes me want to part with my hard-earned money.

(Cryptic) Just have a little patience. You may find things you don't expect. (/cryptic)

[emy_77]

the qwertybar one is my dream machine! If only it had VGA..

[hamishmacdonald]

I don't find either of those even remotely compelling.

For this season, it looks like game, match for HTC.

[inteller]

If HP will put it in writing that users will get at least one FREE OS upgrade then I'll bite. Otherwise I'll never trust them ever again.

[Nurhisham Hussein]

(Cryptic) Just have a little patience. You may find things you don't expect. (/cryptic)

Oh my yes - I've just seen some more mockups, and it seems like HP are doing a complete refresh of the iPaq line (and yes, that means the older hx19xx, hx29xx and hx47xx lines too). I'm in love with these guys again. Watch for more news soon - I expect we'll see more news in the next couple of days!

[virain]

I had T-Mobile HP 6315 :evil: Once burned, twice shy. So, when will ETen X800 go on sale?

[Mikey]

I've said it before and I'll say it again:

HP is going to have to work long and hard to regain my trust in the iPaq line. They've just played too fast and loose in the past with spotty product development, curious hardware feature choices and bad customer service.

I'll keep an eye on them; but for now-- I. Just. Don't. Trust. Them.

I AGREE 100%!!! I've said the same in many posts, the straw that broke the camel's back for me was not upgrading the iPAQ 5500 &amp; 4700's when other manufacturer's were to the latest OS. TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AFTER HP BOUGHT COMPAQ WITH BOTH THE iPAQ LINE &amp; SEVERAL LAPTOPS PROBABLY LOST ME FOREVER!

[philb2k]

Still using my trusty Ipaq 1945 and still loving it. Its been a great device. Have to thank MS for that also in some ways for dictating standards for what PPC should include (Voice recorder etc). That has not been the case on the Palm side of the house.

Now, I do like the look of the new Ipaq 210 though...

http://www.shopping.hp.com/product/storefronts/handhelds/1/storefronts/FB041AA%2523ABA

[Rob Alexander]

I AGREE 100%!!! I've said the same in many posts, the straw that broke the camel's back for me was not upgrading the iPAQ 5500 &amp; 4700's when other manufacturer's were to the latest OS. TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SUPPORT AFTER HP BOUGHT COMPAQ WITH BOTH THE iPAQ LINE &amp; SEVERAL LAPTOPS PROBABLY LOST ME FOREVER!

Darn, just when I swore I'd never buy another HP product, the HP 211 is exactly what I've been looking for in a PPC! I don't care about upgrades (I've argued for years that you should only buy for what a device does now, not what it might do later), but I do care that every HP item I've bought in the last 5 years has had to be sent off for repair. My mind tells me to just ditch HP altogether, but there aren't many options for a high-end VGA PPC without a phone. (I want a separate phone and PPC and will not give in to the dark side. :lol: ) For those who said they don't know what to do when their x51v dies, this is probably the only option. I'm really torn between not wanting another bad HP service experience and really wanting this device.