HP iPAQ 910 Software Overview

[Jaime Rivera]

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As expected, the iPAQ holds no UI enhancements that'll bring any additional experience from the consumer standpoint. As a Business Messenger though, I'd say leaving the normal Windows Mobile interface intact is quite adequate and functional. My first days with the iPAQ have really been quite positive. Not the fastest device in the world, but enough to avoid lagging. Lots of memory to work with, a great addition with iPAQ File Store, and enough specs to give you all you need while on the go.

Probably the only thing I do miss on this device is more short cut keys. I honestly wish manufacturers would either take advantage of the keyboard by enabling commands that can give all those keys more than the ability to type something, or, the addition of more shortcut buttons. Another thing I miss is an FM Radio.

My next edition will be on performance while fully loaded so stay tuned!

See also:
HP iPAQ 910 Hardware Overview (http://pocketnow.com/index.php?a=portal_detail&t=news&id=5752)
HP iPAQ 910 in the house: Unboxing Video (http://www.pocketnow.com/index.php?a=portal_detail&t=news&id=5715)
Detailed Specs (http://www.pdadb.net/index.php?m=specs&id=855)

[Jenna_Ice]

I honestly don't know how I can manage such a busy life, and such a complicated phone without the use of shortcuts. I think having great capabilities is definitely hindered by the lack of "ease of use". Because unless you have time to go though everything, it makes a lot more practical sense to get something that's less advanced but does basic mobile functions. How does the keyboard feel on that one?

[Pony99CA]

Because unless you have time to go though everything, it makes a lot more practical sense to get something that's less advanced but does basic mobile functions.
You mean like an iPhone? :D < ducking >

Steve

[Jenna_Ice]

You mean like an iPhone? :D < ducking >

Steve

Haha! Very funny Steve:p. Seriously though, why not? To the Gods of advanced gadgetry, the idea of settling for an "inferior" phone is completely laughable. But honestly, for the rest of the normal people out there, having something like an iPhone works. Besides, we're not really talking about picking up a rock and talking on it. We're talking about devices that have come a long way, and happen to function well enough to serve most basic needs. I look at things in two different perspectives. The general consumer, and the manufacturer. paint it any way you like. Exclusivity brings good pride. But at the end of the day, the average consumer just wants something that works without having to be too complicated. And at the end of that same day, it's all about the money to the manufacturer.

I've never owned an iPhone, and I in fact love this iPAQ. I certainly can navigate it fairly well. But the question is...can the rest of the worlds busy consumers feel the same way?

[Jaime Rivera]

I honestly don't know how I can manage such a busy life, and such a complicated phone without the use of shortcuts. I think having great capabilities is definitely hindered by the lack of "ease of use". Because unless you have time to go though everything, it makes a lot more practical sense to get something that's less advanced but does basic mobile functions. How does the keyboard feel on that one?

Hey,

Honestly I think my biggest problem is coming from a Q9 Global to an iPAQ. Sure the iPAQ's OS is superior, but the keyboard will never match the Q9. It's comfortable, but I've had better. Additional shortcuts would've made it better...