HP iPaq Pocket PC rz1710 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Dong Van Ngo

Reviewed on: 26 July 2004

Tags: HP, HP iPaq Pocket PC rz1710, hardware, battery life, digital music

We like:

Thin and light; long battery life; multimedia capabilities; nice screen

We don't like:

Expensive; no user-replaceable battery; lacks Bluetooth and Wi-Fi; no cradle

You might also need:

Desktop cradle; protective case; memory cards

CNET UK judgement:

With a combination of small form factor and great performance, the rz1710 is a solid entry-level PDA -- just be prepared to pay a price

Full review:

When HP released its iPaq H1940 a little more than a year ago, we were wowed by its super-compact size and features. The HP iPaq rz1700 series is the follow-up to this highly rated model. The good news is that it's still lightweight and compact, although it looks different. The bad news is that HP got rid of two features we loved: the Bluetooth wireless and the user-replaceable battery. The new series consists of two models: the rz1710 and the rz1715. They look identical, but HP tweaked the rz1715's software to appeal more to home users. Though it's still one of our top-rated Pocket PCs, the rz1710 will face some stiff competition from the mid-range Dell Axim X30, which offers both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for the same price. Continue Reading...