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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 93
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 197 reviews of HP iPAQ 200 Series Enterprise Handheld (210,211,212,214,216) from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 76/100. Comparing these reviews to 78565 other PDAs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 93/100 = Excellent.
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mobiletechreview.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: The HP iPAQ 200-series returns to us the strength of a powerful PDA with a decent sized screen and ample memory and storage capacity, and a good battery. The 210 raises the pocket laptop to a new level for road warriors. The high-speed 802.11g WiFi ...
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techradar.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: HP has done a fantastic job of updating the iPaq 214 Enterprise and of modifying Mobile Windows 6 to help the iPaq run as smoothly as possible. While the screen adds to the device's overall bulk, it's a good size to use out in the field
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news.com.au
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: The iPAQ's VGA display alone makes it an excellent PDA while the dual-storage slots make it easy to upgrade memory. This is a solid, high-end device for professionals.
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brighthand
Summary: The HP Compaq 8510p is a very good laptop for those looking for a low priced, quality machine with a dedicated graphics card and a clean design.
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pocket-lint.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: The smartphone may have all but killed off the unconnected PDA but this is a great tool for those who need Wi-Fi access
CNET product brief
Description: The HP iPAQ 211 is a Pocket PC-based, business-oriented handheld device.Compared to other business-oriented handhelds on the market, it is inexpensive at around $385.You can expand the memory of this unit using Secure Digital (SD), or MMC media.Runs on Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0.
Pros: Has a 18-bit color display, which is considerably better than some similarly priced handhelds.Also, this handheld runs on the Microsoft Windows mobile 6.0 operating system, which is considerably more advanced than some similarly priced handhelds.A second expansion slot supports CompactFlash media, such as wireless adapters.
Cons: Weighs in at 6.8 ounces weight, which is somewhat heavier than some similarly priced handhelds.For example, the HP iPAQ H1915, a Pocket PC-based handheld at around $350, weighs just 4.2 ounces weight.Since this device runs on Pocket PC, it will work only with Windows, not with Linux or Macintosh operating systems.
Suitability: A business-oriented handheld, suited for professional use.Also, this handheld should be passable for viewing standard images (given that it supports standard at a resolution of 640x480).You can use the Bluetooth capability of this device to connect to cell phones and other devices that are similarly enabled.The Wi-Fi (802.11b) capability of this PDA allows you to connect to wireless networks in offices, airports, and in hundreds of public areas (charges may apply).
Value: In view of its inexpensive price, this handheld has great features for the money.
Suggestions: (1) If you plan to enter large amounts of data, consider purchasing an external portable keyboard for your PDA.(2) To see how this PDA stacks up against our Editor's top picks, check out the Handhelds Feature on CNET Reviews.
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