Which PDA is right for you So you’ve decided to buy a PDA, but aren’t sure which one is for you. The best thing now is to sit down and work out the features you need, focusing on productivity rather than ‘wow’ factor, says Rick Cooper, president of The PDA Pro.
While different tastes and needs will lead to different choices, Cooper has listed a few that he finds pretty nifty, for those of you who need some extra help deciding.
* Apple iPhone Yet to be launched in Australia, the iPhone is sleek, intuitive and easy to use—or so we’ve heard. And it has the benefit of an increasingly popular touchscreen. “It’s not a business productivity tool, but it’s fashionable and easy to use,” says Cooper. “As far as a straightforward communication device, the iPhone actually appeals to a lot of people.”
*BlackBerry Curve 8310 Alongside its gunmetal grey finish, this smartphone also comes twith inbuilt GPS. But there’s more to it than that. “What I like about this one is that it has a full-size QWERTY keyboard,” says Cooper. “That’s one of the things you have to decide—do you want a bigger device with a full-size keyboard, or a small, thin device that has a more cramped keyboard?”
*Palm Treo 750 This little guy has mobile access to Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and also allows you to synch your contacts and files. “I like the Palm operating system because it’s easier to use,” says Cooper. “It’s still very powerful, but it’s easier to navigate and a lot more intuitive for people who are not technology orientated.”
*HTC Touch Dual 850 Customised for the Telstra Next G Network, this compact device is connected to Telstra’s My Place portal, Sensis Search, Whereis Maps and Foxtel by mobile. “It has somewhat of the touchscreen like the Apple iPhone, and it’s currently available in Australia,” says Cooper. “A lot of people like the touch feature because it seems to be a bit more intuitive—you can just move your finger across the screen, rather than having to click buttons.”
*i-Mate Ultimate 8502 Solid but still slim, the i-Mate now comes with improved battery life as well. “It’s a bit on the heavy side, but it’s got a great screen and great options for connectivity,” says Cooper. “It’s just a good all-round model.”
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