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Palm
Tungsten W PDA
Tungsten W
PDA
Palm Tungsten PDA C
Features:
- E-mail delivered on a handheld capable of the fastest GSM/GPRS data speeds available
Advanced phone features include 5-way conferencing, callback reminders, Quick Connect, hands-free headset
Thumb keyboard to type e-mails and messages
Ultra sharp color display high resolution 320 x 320 display
Add applications, memory, and functionality in a snap with SD/MultiMediaCard slot
Unit Weight: 6.3 oz.
Size (in inches): 3.07 x 4.8 x 0.65
Technical
Features
- Backlight Display With Backlight Display
Brand Palm
Connection Capabilities Built-in Wireless
Estimated Price $300 to $600
Manufacturer Part Number palm tungsten w • p80505atus • P80505VOUK • at&t wireless tungsten w with a • p808505atus
Operating System Palm
Screen Resolution 320 X 320
Battery Life 10 hr.
Battery Type Lithium-Ion Battery
Dimensions
Depth .65 in.
Height 5.43 in.
Weight 6.5 oz.
Width 3.07 in.
Input Device Type Keyboard, Touch Screen
Installed Memory 16 MB
Palm
Tungsten W is considerably cheaper than the Handspring Treo 600, one of my personal favorite SmartPhones, that goes for $549.99 on the AT&T network. Other PDA devices are more expensive than the Palm Tungsten W, they are those from Blackberry (Which many people are happy with, I never used one), Siemens SX56, and the Sony Ericsson P800. For what you pay for the Palm Tungsten W, you get a lot of features and quality for the price. One thing that bothers me about some SmartPhones that I've seen is the fact that they don't incorporate a QWERTY keyboard, while the Palm Tungsten W does. This is very convenient when you're using wireless web to type up e-mails or do other things. I wouldn't buy a PDA for myself without one. The Palm Tungsten W also does have pretty good components which make it run. The only real complaint that I have about its internal components is the processor which only runs at 33MhZ. That's slower than many other PDAs and SmartPhones. However, Palm OS 4.1.1 which allows it to run more efficiently on such a processor. This device comes with 16MB of memory which is less than other devices which pump out 32MB of memory, or even many have 64MB. However, the Palm Tungsten W at least has an expansion slot so you can upgrade the memory. Overall, you definitely get what you pay for with the Palm Tungsten W. If it wasn't on the AT&T network (Not so great in Chicago), I'd have enjoyed it more. But if you are or are definitively planning to use mMode, then you get a great device for the price.
-Performance-
*Palm has been making PDAs for ages. The Palm Tungsten W is a very nice device that isn't lacking when it comes to the performance that people expect. The processor is a bit on the slow side clocking in at only 33MhZ, but with Palm OS, you can sufficiently use applications with good speed and ease. The 16MB should be sufficient for many users to run Palm OS applications, store numbers, and do other things. However, when it comes to media, then the 16MB might prove lacking. But on the bright side, the Palm Tungsten W accepts memory cards because of its memory slot so you can use your media files on this device. Browsing the net with AT&T mMode is slower than Sprint PCS Vision. Also, the browser was acting annoying by not loading up pages, but I believe that this was because of the network, and not the device itself. I really wonder how the Handspring Treo 600 would handle with mMode. Then comes the cellular phone performance. The Palm Tungsten W was pretty good with making calls. First off, the device is small enough to use comfortably. Then when I was getting good reception, the calls sounded pretty good and the Palm Tungsten W wasn't really dropping calls. However, the Palm Tungsten W can be limited by the network, and the AT&T network isn't so great in Chicago, or at least that's what I found. The Palm Tungsten W runs on GSM technology, which some people may find to be convenient and offer better performance. If you travel internationally, this can be ideal for making calls in Europe where GSM is very hot. It proves itself to be a pretty good phone. The Palm Tungsten W is supposed to have up to 10 hours of talk-time, and many days worth of standby time. I didn't use the Palm Tungsten W long enough to see the battery die, but it did surpass 4 hours of talk-time, which does surpass the Handspring Treo 600 in battery performance. So if you need a SmartPhone that can last a while, the Palm Tungsten W yet again makes itself a great choice.
-Ease of Use-
*One of my favorite features on the Palm Tungsten W and any other PDA is the QWERTY keyboard. This makes using applications less of a hassle when you have to type. This proves to be most beneficial when you're writing e-mails and surfing the web, and hey... Isn't that what a lot of people need to use this phone for? The Palm Tungsten W runs on Palm OS 4.1.1. Palm OS is a very user-friendly and powerful operating system. It's easier to use than Windows CE since the Microsoft system has a steeper learning curve. With the Palm Tungsten W, you can also take advantage of all the software available for Palm OS. Whether you're an expert with PDAs or more of an amateur like me, the Palm Tungsten W is very user-friendly and no one should really have any trouble using this SmartPhone.
-Versatility-
*The Palm Tungsten W runs on 16MB of memory, which is on the lower end of the spectrum of what many PDAs and SmartPhones have to offer today. However, the Palm Tungsten W is blessed with an expansion slot where you can use flash cards. If you're into media files like pictures then you should use flash cards and therefore you won't encounter any problems with a lack of space. The Handspring Treo 600 offers a camera while the Palm Tungsten W doesn't have this feature. However, the Handspring Treo 600 is considerably more expensive. Other than that, the Palm Tungsten W has all of the features that you'd expect.
-The Verdict-
*The Palm Tungsten W is superb for the price. I'm not a fan of AT&T's mMode network, but hey, if you like it, then the Palm Tungsten W is an excellent choice for it since it runs on Palm OS and is considerably cheaper than many other SmartPhone options available from AT&T. The Palm Tungsten W also uses GSM technology which can give it an edge to someone who is on the go on international trips. The battery life is also incredible on the Palm Tungsten W, and it easily bypasses the Handspring Treo 600 and much of the other competition. If you're looking for a SmartPhone that packs in quality, features, and performance all in one compact package, then the Palm Tungsten W might be just what you're looking
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