Editors' Top PDAs
updated June 2, 2006
 
Bonnie Cha, senior associate editor
  All Pocket PCs include pocket versions of Microsoft Word and Excel, offer multimedia capabilities, and integrate nearly flawlessly with Outlook, making them a great choice for Windows users that want to stay on schedule. But a great Pocket PC will boast a faster processor, oodles of RAM, and extra features such as dual expansion slots or built-in wireless technology. Peruse these picks of the Pocket PC litter. -- Bonnie Cha, senior associate editor
 

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Pocket PCs
PDAs Editors' rating Price Summary
Dell Axim X51v
Released: 09/20/2005
7.4 out of 10 7.4
Very good
 
The Dell Axim X51 series offers a nice combination of features, but we were disappointed by the subpar battery life.
Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 , 64 MB , Intel 624 MHzXscale , IrDA , Bluetooth , IEEE 802.11b , 2.9 in x 0.7 in x 4.7 in , Stylus , Touch-screen , 5-way navigation button
 

HP iPaq hx2790

7.4 out of 10 7.4
Very good
 
The HP iPaq hx2790 is a PDA for those who are looking for a traditional, businesscentric approach to ultraportable computing and don't mind paying for it.
Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Premium Edition , 64 MB , Intel 624 MHzXscale , IrDA , Bluetooth , IEEE 802.11b , 3 in x 0.6 in x 4.7 in , Stylus , Touch-screen , 5-way navigation button
 

Garmin iQue M5
Released: 01/05/2005
7.0 out of 10 7.0
Very good
 
Thanks to excellent navigation software, the iQue M5 ranks among the best GPS/PDA combos we've seen--but it's too expensive.
Specs: Microsoft Windows Mobile for Pocket PC 2003 Second Edition , 64 MB , Intel 416 MHzXScale PXA272 , IrDA , Bluetooth , 2.8 in x 0.7 in x 5 in , Stylus , Touch-screen
 

 
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