Typical price: £250
What is it: Pocket PC with 624MHz processor
What we think: Packed with features, but could use some help in the performance department
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 12 October 2004
Tags: Dell, Dell Axim X50v, keyboard, GPS, connectivity
We like:
Large VGA screen; great graphics; included gaming bundle; Windows Media Player 10.0 Mobile; fast processor and ample memory; integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth; sleek design; user-replaceable battery
We don't like:
Heavy; small navigation toggle; lackluster software bundle; so-so battery life and video performance
You might also need:
CompactFlash and SDIO cards; extra battery; Dell Presentation Kit
CNET UK judgement:
The Dell Axim X50v is filled to the brim with PIM and entertainment features; unfortunately, it suffers from subpar performance
Full review:
Today, PDAs are no longer one-trick ponies. They can organise data, connect to the Web, play music and videos, and more. Now, Dell has unleashed its newest talent: the Axim X50v. Like HP's iPaq rx3715 Mobile Media Companion, the X50v aims to blend digital entertainment with productivity for a PDA that does it all. Continue Reading...
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