Seattleite

Hello all,

I believe that I have finally found the need to upgrade from my trusty palm to a Windows device and I have chosen the X51v as my new companion. I've searched high and low and decided that this device would do everything I need and at a good price. W/ this preface I pose two questions:

1)I was wondering if spending the extra $$ to purchase a faster writing card will make any difference in my Axim. I see that they sell 3 different "levels" of SD / CF cards; ones designed to meet the data writing speed needs of hi-res digital cameras. I am looking to purchase a 2GB SD and or CF card for general storage. Would I benifit from these faster data write speeds or would my money be better spent on a 4GB card as mentioned in this forum? Also, is there any feedback on compatibility w/ specific 4GB cards?

2) Is there another handheld I should choose over the Axim X51v? I've looked at the HP hx4700 series and found that this Dell is a much better price and I'm unhappy w/ HP/Compaq overall.

Any and all replies are greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance,

-E

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kulnet

Congratulations on your fine purchase and welcome to Aximsite! You won't regret it. The x51v is definitely the best bang for the buck in my opinion. Sure, I might be a little bit partial but I honestly do not think you are going to find a better device for the money.

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Axim-Rob

1.) No benefit IN the Axim, but of benefit if you use a high-speed card reader and plan on handling large files. I've found the combination of a 2Gb SD and a 2GB CF to work very well for me.

2.) I'm biased - X51v. Be prepared for learning curves and functional issues, but the knowledge on this site will get you running smooth before you know it.

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stevenator65

Axim Rob said it right. The card speed isn't a big deal, but storage space is. The HP is a great unit and a heck of a lot more money and a larger form factor. Welcome to the site.

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