Got my Ax in March and been happy as a clam at high tide with it.
Much better, IMHO, than any other PDA out there. I think you made a good choice.
Ain't nuthin perfect (tho the axim is close), and the people with problems or questions will share them, because that is part of what this site is for. It may seem like there are lots of hardware issues, when there really aren't.
Have fun with your new toy!