I gave in and got an Ipod Touch

07-28-09, 08:59 AM

I have been an Axim X5 user for years since they came out, replacing it last year with my ipaq 210. I decided to go with the touch because of it being smaller in size. I know its not a true PDA (which people I am sure will argue) but I am making this my single device of use now. The only thing it can't do for my needs is connect with GPS (now anyway). I did not go with a smartphone because I have no need for one. I am also happy that Apple supports it products with OS updates. I purchased the 3.0 for $10.00. I have not seen a ROM update from HP that may have addressed some of the ipaq 210 shortcoming (which I think is still a great device, but I put it on craigslist though to fund my new habit)

I have installed Docs to go which works great for my office / pdf viewing needs

The ipod already provides me my music and podcast needs (I had installed 3rd party apps on my ipaq for this).

Contacts and Calendar synced great with outlook

I had to install a free to do app (no syncing yet with outlook).

Wifi connected no problem so far with the networks.

I paired my existing Best Buy BT Insignia headphnes with the touch.

I am experiemetning with some games (although I did buy Bejeweled 2 like I had on my Ipaq).

I am also looking at various Firefighter/EMS reference apps, as well as various misc apps.

The other thing I have is to install ewallet but I am reading that ewallet users are losing data when the ipod app is updated. I contacted ewallet and they said it was due to apples hardware. Who knows if that is true or not. The current only way I understand to get a good backup is to sync wirelessly with the desktop component of ewallet, but I do not know if I want to stick with ewallet anbd pay for an addiitonal desktop component.

Anyone using a wallet app that is not ewallet and was able to convert the ewallet file itself?

Anyone using ewallet in the touch that would like to share their user experience (good or bad)?

johnhu_2005 · 07-28-09, 11:49 AM

iPod Touch was designed for media with a touch of gaming. WinMo devices are for business use. :)

I'm tempted to buy one, when I have enough money (I'm broke after purchasing the parts for my PC)...

07-28-09, 05:13 PM

Hi! A couple of things to clarify.

If you already own eWallet 6.X on the desktop, you don't have to buy another version. That version will sync with your device already.

Even if you do need to upgrade, you can do so for the standard $10.00 upgrade price. You're not paying any more than you would to upgrade on your Axim.

As for the data loss, I'm not sure what more I can offer. It no longer happens and Apple admitted to us it was a bug in iTunes. TONS of other applications ran into the same thing during the same time period (including competitors that were available at the time.) But even if you don't believe us - as long as you're synching, you won't lose data. You'll have it on the desktop.

Oh - and the wireless sync - that's because Apple hasn't given developers access to the USB cable - we hope they'll add that in the future!

Hope this helps! Always feel free to let us know if you have questions.

Marc Tassin
Ilium Software

08-27-09, 10:30 AM

Originally Posted by imported_Ilium_Software

Hi! A couple of things to clarify.

If you already own eWallet 6.X on the desktop, you don't have to buy another version. That version will sync with your device already.

Even if you do need to upgrade, you can do so for the standard $10.00 upgrade price. You're not paying any more than you would to upgrade on your Axim.

As for the data loss, I'm not sure what more I can offer. It no longer happens and Apple admitted to us it was a bug in iTunes. TONS of other applications ran into the same thing during the same time period (including competitors that were available at the time.) But even if you don't believe us - as long as you're synching, you won't lose data. You'll have it on the desktop.

Oh - and the wireless sync - that's because Apple hasn't given developers access to the USB cable - we hope they'll add that in the future!

Hope this helps! Always feel free to let us know if you have questions.

Marc Tassin
Ilium Software

This reply is late in coming, but Thank You for the follow-up. I am actually a very happy Ewallet user, for many years now. I have not purchased the updated desktop version or iphone app yet as my birthday is around the corner. I asked for an itunes card so I can get the app and I will just purchase the desktop separetely when I do that.