10-01-2002, 09:15 PM
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Contributing Editor Emeritus
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Dude! The specs on the Dell PDA are here!
http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=5644
The specs on the Dell Pocket PC are in if this article is correct. This device seems a bit heavier and thicker than I would have suspected, but it seems to have integrated CF and SD slots, so maybe the size isn't too far out of line. Also has integrated bluetooth. Given these specs, I don't see this as a $299 PDA, but now that ViewSonic has entered with a $300 device, the Pocket PC seems to have the mid-level to high end market covered. Sorry, no pics yet. It could launch as soon as November 5.
Weight: 6.5 oz
Thickness: 0.7" thin
Look: Silver with rubber sides, jog dial
Display: 240x320 pixel screen
Memory: 64Mb
Expansion: CF and SD slots
Connectivity: IRDA, Bluetooth and WiFI via CF slot
Music: MP3 player and universal remote control software
Energy: Removable battery (hi capacity option)
Holder: USB cradle (with spare battery charging slot)
Batteries: Batteries are 1440mwh and 3400mwh
Seems like a great power user device. If they are anything under $500, this will put all PDA makers on notice: Dell is in the PDA market! Source: Jaxbulls
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10-01-2002, 09:27 PM
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yes, but does it have a transflective screen? 
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10-01-2002, 09:34 PM
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Ponderer
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Wonder if it..
I wonder if it has SD I/0. I can get by without the tft screen. Although I would prefer a Ipaq size screen. Hmm..time to find a buyer for my 3835.
Knowing Dell..They'll sell these things cheap. Hopefully $299!
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10-01-2002, 09:38 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Jul 2003
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Maybe no bluetooth built in...
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Connectivity: IRDA, Bluetooth and WiFI via CF slot
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Which can also be parsed as including IRDA but Bluetooth and WiFi are via the CF slot.
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10-01-2002, 09:42 PM
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Re: Maybe no bluetooth built in...
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Originally Posted by Revolution.cx
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Connectivity: IRDA, Bluetooth and WiFI via CF slot
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Which can also be parsed as including IRDA but Bluetooth and WiFi are via the CF slot. |
Very true. We'll have to wait for more details.
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10-01-2002, 09:45 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: Sep 2002
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Why the picture
I know it fits the story, but do we really need the picture of Steven on the front page of the site? I spend enough time flipping channels trying to avoid that moron. At least he isn't speaking here, and that is good.
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10-01-2002, 10:08 PM
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Oracle
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Did I miss the processor somewhere? There is no doubt Dell is gunning for HP on all fronts, PC's,servers,printers, and now Handhelds.....
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10-01-2002, 10:08 PM
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Re: Why the picture
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Originally Posted by bluevolume
I know it fits the story, but do we really need the picture of Steven on the front page of the site? I spend enough time flipping channels trying to avoid that moron. At least he isn't speaking here, and that is good.
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:lol:
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10-01-2002, 10:10 PM
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Philosopher
Join Date: Aug 2002
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IF i remember correctly, this is going to be a sub-$300 device, I can't find the link, but The Reg and a couple of other pages were touting Dell was targeting the lower-end markets.
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10-01-2002, 10:13 PM
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Pupil
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Oh Ed, I think we're heard that quote more than enough times along with his hands across a BWM :-) lol...
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