Palm LifeDrive Mobile Manager Review

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(More customer reviews)I got the Lifedrive one week ago to replace a sony Clie. The following comments are based on one week experience.
Pros:
1. New lifedrive manager software which in most cases obviate the need for hotsync. This is truly revolutionary.
2. Larger hard drive. Finally we are catching up with the rest of the world. You may be able to replace your iPod mini with this more versatile handheld.
3. Good voice recorder. I just got back from a meeting and recorded one whole days worth of talks from the back of a room with 60 people and record quality was quite good and no software bugs were noticed. In addition to the time allocated under your voice memo section, you can directly record to your hard drive allowing you to record more stuff.
4. This machine can store an enormous number of powerpoint presentations. This is a big plus for if you do any teaching e.g. quick review of a topic with a med student before a surgery.
5. Nice metallic finish. Looks better than cheap looking T5.
Cons:
1. Poor battery life. After a whole day of heavy use, the battery dies without warning.
2. Repeated powering down of the hard drive causing a few second delay in opening new applications. Annoying as hell!!!
3. No way to customize turning off the screen after a short period of inactivity. If you play chess on this machine, it becomes annoying. By the way, Hiarcs chess engine runs quite well on this machine(Downloadable for 39.99).
4. Adobe reader formats most documents well, but some with complex formatting turn into incomprehensible amorphous text.
5. Price. I don't understand why a piece of cheap looking electronics made in china should cost this much money.
6. No integrated cell phone or camera.
7. Some applications don't run on this device. I signed up for audible.com membership to get a $100 rebate. But so far I have been unable to make the audible manager recognize this device and download audiobooks to this device.
8. It is very disappointing palm decided to put the cheaper and slower WiFi. I suspect their next device will have the faster version.
9. Size. More bulky than other palm handhelds. Not a true shirt pocket device.
10. No headphone provided. Why can't they throw in a $10 headphone for this $499 device. I am using my old sony clie headphones which works fine.
Overall, 4 stars. I am sure I will find a lot more annoying problems as I use it more.

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The LifeDrive mobile manager from palmOne is the perfect companion for your digital lifestyle. With a 4 GB hard drive, extra-sharp high-resolution color display and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support, you can easily manage, access and share your documents and media files. Includes email support, plus MP3 player and photo viewer. Drag and drop thousands of files from your PC. LifeDrive Manager does the synchronizing for you, preserving your PC's directory structure and ensuring you always have the most recent versions of your documents safely with you. You can store and access years of email, thousands of documents, presentations and photos, hundreds of songs and hours of video... The non-volatile memory keeps your information safe. Stay connected via your mobile phone or at public Wi-Fi hotspots. Access your POP, IMAP and Exchange email accounts and browse the web. Or, use Bluetooth to connect to compatible devices nearby. View photos and videos with the palmOne Media application. And enjoy all the songs in your personal music collection with on-board support for MP3 files. Rehearse your PowerPoint presentation, on your way to a meeting. Keep all of your important Word and Excel documents at your fingertips. Synchronize and view an Acrobat file

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Navman GPS 3450 for iPAQ H5400, H3600, H3700 & H3800 series pocket PCs Review

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(More customer reviews)I have a iPAQ 3800 that I no longer use and ordered the Navman with a little bit of concern based on the reviews. I found the software easy to use and install. The device works as well as the GPS I've used on rental cars. I live in a remote area with a private driveway that is about 900 feet long and even my driveway was on the provided maps. The GPS takes about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes to acquire. Once active, I put in an address and so far have been directed precisely where I want to go.
A couple of tips - each one of the maps takes 20 to 40 meg depending on the size of the state. If you have an older iPAQ, you'll probably need some SD memory. You won't be able to load the maps without the extra memory. It took about four minutes to load a 20 meg map on my iPAQ. There are some tips about increasing performance in the manual that are worth the read. When you install the software on your computer, check the website for updates before downloading to your iPAQ, they have corrected a couple of minor error messages that came up.
If you have a basic understanding of how to install software, you should not have any problem with Navman. I found the device easy to use and install. I am very satisfied with the performance.

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Everything you need for real time mobile GPS, direction and mapping capabilities.Just load the navigational software onto your PC, download the maps and pints of interest to your Palm, clip on the GPS receiver and Go.

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Navman GPS 3420 for iPAQ H3600, H3700 & H3800 series pocket PCs Review

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(More customer reviews)I Purchased the Navman 3420 for the iPAQ after becoming extremely dissatisfied with the Pharos Ostia GPS product. See my review of that product. Like the Pharos system the routing software wants to choose you route for you and may not always be the best or most practical way to go. If you want to stick to the interstates, you can't if it thinks another way is shorter. This is also a flaw in the Pharos system, but the Pharos is much worse. Also it does not offer the flexibility to get from point A to point C via point B. But that is the worst thing I have to say about this product. Overall the maps are pretty good and fairly detailed. I have found a few quirks like a missing road segment or bridge which causes the system to route you the long way around as well as a few landmarks that are not in the right place, but the re-routing capability is pretty good. The maps are fairly good size, probably averaging 50mb and will require a CF card. A 256mb card will do and hold 4 or 5 maps, but I would recommend a 512.

From the hardware point of view, the Navman 3420's GPS antenna sleeve fits the iPAQ like a glove and has an integrated compact flash slot and is still compact enough to fit in a jacket pocket. Also the suction cup windshield mount fits right into the back of the sleeve allowing the unit to be mounted conveniently to the driver.
The functionality is pretty good and the menus are clear and easy to navigate. Most of the menu items are large enough to be selected with a finger and the zoom and toggle toggles are controlled with the action button. There have only been a few times that the software has gotten `confused' and required a reboot (vs. frequently with the Pharos). You should be up and running right out of the box in the time it takes to load the maps.
I have not had the occasion to use Navman's tech support, which in itself is a plus, so I cannot comment. I'm not going to go so far as to say it's the perfect product but it's design and operation is practical and sensible. The manufacturer has obviously put some thought into the product. I would like to see further development of the mapping software and more flexibility in route planning, like via waypoints.
Summary: Overall I'm pleased with this product. Hardware - 5 stars, Software - 3 stars.

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Everything you need for real time mobile GPS, direction and mapping capabilities.Just load the navigational software onto your PC, download the maps and pints of interest to your iPAQ, clip on the GPS receiver and Go.

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Delphi NAV200 GPS Navigation System - NAV20000-11B1 Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this item about a month ago and find it very useful. I live in Los Angeles so a GPS system is very helpful finding my way around. I agree with another reviewer that the load time is a bit slow, but nothing that would cause me to have an issue with it. The maps themselves are Navtech maps and are used in the majority of preinstalled GPS systems of major car makers. There are several options with the 'advanced' mode and the basic mode offers simple navigation tools. I would recommend this to anyone considering a GPS system who doesn't want to spend over $500.

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Featuring voice guided directions using built-in speakers; a fast 400 MHz processor; a high sensitivity, SiRFstart III GPS antenna; and a compact, pocket-friendly design; the one-inch thick Delphi NAV200 GPS navigation system is a great choice when you want powerful GPS navigation at your fingertips. Flexible and versatile, this system also lets you take advantage of entertainment features in the back seat, at home, or on the go; simply use the three hour, built-in, rechargeable battery.
The NAV200's 3.5-inch, anti-glare display supports a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, giving you plenty of real estate to view the road ahead and control the device's functions via the touchscreen interface. A powerful processor quickly calculates your route using one of the most trusted mapping databases in the industry. The included 1.5 GB SD card comes preloaded with NAVTEQ maps of the U.S. and Canada. Useful and fun extras include an MP3 music player for listening to your favorite songs as you drive, a picture viewer, a movie player, a game (Othello), a world clock, and a calculator. The unit is also RDS real-time traffic ready, meaning that with the purchase of an optional TMC FM radio antenna and service, you can receive up to the minute traffic conditions along your route.
A colorful, easy-to-read user interface makes navigation a snap. Large icons help you control the unit with just a glance, and a 3D map view keeps you on top of upcoming maneuvers. Meanwhile, clear voice prompts help you keep your eyes on the road.
Installation of the NAV200 is easy, too, thanks to the suction goose-neck windshield mount. When it's time to move the NAV200, it dismounts quickly and easily, so you can take it for a walk through town or in and out of your rental car.
What's in the Box NAV200 GPS unit, cigarette lighter adapter, windshield mount, dashboard mount, stylus pen, DVD with user's manual and backup map data files, SD card (1.5 GB) preloaded U.S. and Canada map, quick start guide, and customer service card.

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