Are we (X5 users) Dying out???????

[Dimension]

For some of us, it's a matter of finances. I would like to upgrade, but unemployment makes that impossible for any time in the near future.

I'm in the same boat also, until Father's Day came.
Wife surprised me with an i-mate JAM.

[X5X5X5]

I'm in the same boat also, until Father's Day came.
Wife surprised me with an i-mate JAM.

Very cool. You should keep us informed on how you like it. For those that don't know, it's like a Treo but with a Windows OS instead of Palm.

[RobertCF]

Hmmm, i-Mate Jam.....things that immediately turned me off when I first saw it on the market:

i-Mate? Who in blazes is that?
Jam? Sounds like a toy.
$600 for a PDA? Not bloody likely.
Single slot.....good grief.
Built-in camera.....what a waste of weight and space.
Built-in phone....what on earth do I need a cell phone for?

Redeeming qualities...WiFi, huge RAM and ROM, and at least the solitary slot is SDIO.

I'm certainly glad you're happy with it, but if I'm not about to throw away $450 for an X50v, I can only laugh at the prospect at throwing away $600 for a lesser device. Ouch!

[psionandy]

Very cool. You should keep us informed on how you like it. For those that don't know, it's like a Treo but with a Windows OS instead of Palm.

Ok then.. still very early days but here you go
http://www.aximsite.com/boards/showthread.php?t=90335

[psionandy]

Hmmm, i-Mate Jam.....things that immediately turned me off when I first saw it on the market:

i-Mate? Who in blazes is that?
Jam? Sounds like a toy.
$600 for a PDA? Not bloody likely.
Single slot.....good grief.
Built-in camera.....what a waste of weight and space.
Built-in phone....what on earth do I need a cell phone for?

I-Mate.. a brand name for kit made by HTC maybe you've heard of them (they make the X50 series)

Jam... well mine is sold under the MDA Compact name... Axim (what is an Axim???)

$600 well if your network supports them you can get it for the cost of a cell phone (mine was free )

Single slot.. well it is a shame.. but the X30 is single too (and it does add to the size

Built in Camera waste of space?? have you seen how small the thing is?

what do you need a Cell phone for? You're kidding me right. I thought everyone had a cell phone.

there's no wifi though (unless you give up your sd card slot)

[Amy]

Count me among the long-time (for computers) Axim x5 users! I purchased mine in October 2003 after 5 years of ushing an HP620 LX. Mine (in the quite scratch rhino skin case) has held up well to drops, shakes and other minor rough use.

I use it to track work information for a job I am just completing and use it extensively as a PIM, e-book reader, games and the like.

I'm happy to see so many other happy Axim x5 users!!

[RobertCF]

Curious why HTC would go direct with a device when they build them (or supply major components) for many major OEMs.

The poor quality cameras built into ANY device are a waste of space AND money. I'd much rather rely on my 7.2 megapixel camera than some stupid toy adding to the cost of a PDA. Besides, I use my PDA everywhere, and in my job the security restraints specifically prohibit visual recording devices. Why should I have to surrender my PDA when I do my job? So, no thanks to a ridiculous toy camera on my PDA.

I can't stand hybrid devices. PocketPC phones, Smartphones, no way. And contrary to what you thought, not everyone has cell phones. First off, I don't believe in counting minutes. Period. And I don't accept the concept of "roaming". Also, I have yet to find a service that I can get access to ANYWHERE. If I can't get access in the middle of the flippin' Pacific Ocean, then the capabilities aren't acceptable. Before I breakdown and get a cellphone my requirements are: access ANYWHERE ON THE PLANET; Unlimited voice and data usage; No more than $60 per month.

Add to that the fact that I do NOT want to be that accessible to everyone else. I want to be able to call whomever whenever, but I don't need every Tom, Dick, and Harry bothering me. I prize my privacy, and right now the only way people can reach me is via my land line at home---and only then if they clear my answering machine.

Basically, I want communication on my terms, not someone else's.

[ChristineC]

I bought my first X5 in April 2003 and a second one a few months later from EBay. Both are still going strong. Thanks to kind people here I have grown in confidence and use more and more things on them. The latest thing is using GPS for navigating. I don't intend to replace them yet! In fact my brother has just bought an X5 off Ebay only last week - he travels a lot and was impressed with GPS + music playing functions and is yet to discover all the other delights in store for him! I use my PPC daily. I prefer the chunky feel over other flimsy PPCs / PDAs too.

I don't think we are a dying breed - we've just solved any problems we had and are enjoying our little buddies

[psionandy]

The poor quality cameras built into ANY device are a waste of space AND money. I'd much rather rely on my 7.2 megapixel camera than some stupid toy adding to the cost of a PDA. Besides, I use my PDA everywhere, and in my job the security restraints specifically prohibit visual recording devices. Why should I have to surrender my PDA when I do my job? So, no thanks to a ridiculous toy camera on my PDA.

I can't stand hybrid devices. PocketPC phones, Smartphones, no way. And contrary to what you thought, not everyone has cell phones. First off, I don't believe in counting minutes. Period. And I don't accept the concept of "roaming". Also, I have yet to find a service that I can get access to ANYWHERE. If I can't get access in the middle of the flippin' Pacific Ocean, then the capabilities aren't acceptable. Before I breakdown and get a cellphone my requirements are: access ANYWHERE ON THE PLANET; Unlimited voice and data usage; No more than $60 per month.

Add to that the fact that I do NOT want to be that accessible to everyone else. I want to be able to call whomever whenever, but I don't need every Tom, Dick, and Harry bothering me. I prize my privacy, and right now the only way people can reach me is via my land line at home---and only then if they clear my answering machine.

Basically, I want communication on my terms, not someone else's.

Fair enough.. not everyone has a cell phone. Not everyone has a TV either. Sometimes we get caught up in generalities.

Like the fact that it's not compulsary to answer it.. or give your number to everyone.

The point of convergence devices (as I see it) is not to replace the seperate ones... but to give you the tools you want in one package. Kinda like a swiss army knife. In fact a standard PDA follows this model to. A laptop is better for wordpro, an Ipod is better for music, a 42" plasma screen is better for watching movies.

However the camera is useful for quick shots, when I don't have my propper camera. (quick seating plans in meatings.. adding photos to my contacts... quick video of my nephew doing something cute)

Some places also prohibit audio recorders so you'd have to give up your axim if you worked there.


But there is (and probably will never be) a perfect PDA. It's all about the features/size/cost/performance/battery trade off. What will be one persons idea of a dream device will be someones idea of hell.

I thought Blackberrys were a waste of time till last month.. I just didn't get the idea of how they works. Having played with one for 30 mins i realise i was missing the point. Not my exact cup of tea, but for some people i know they will be spot on.

[Dark Lord]

i'm only 15 and i just recieved my axim x5 and i love this thing almost more than my evil little brother

[wmrawls]

It is with a heavy heart that I report the disappearance of my X5. I have searched Hi and Low and in multiple places and it is not to be found. I suspect a conspiracy between the dog, wife and grandson but alas I cannot gather accurate data to accuse any of them….although the dog does look a little guilty. But he looks the same way when he licks his butt.
Any way I have just placed an order for an X50 Advanced, VGA screen and the whole bit. $$$$$$ hurt but the company is going to pay for it so I am only feeling a little sad about that. I can only hope that the X5 turns up and I can still depend on it for e-books or to give to my daughter to take to collage. Likewise I hope the X50 lives up to its billing. I know some users have been less than impressed with it, and yes I did say some time back that I would never buy another Dell and yes I have cast long and vivid aspersions on the character and make up of the Dell Lack of Customer Service Departments but the X50 just looks so slick and powerful that it has won me over to the dark side.
I am prepared for the recriminations that will now come my way and try to hold up and not openly sob in front of my peers.

[X5X5X5]

Shame on you...50 lashing!

[X5X5X5]

Although I do feel bad for you considering your loss...25 lashings!