http://www.the-gadgeteer.com/compaq-ipaq-3850-review.html

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I like that this software is trainable and it seems like it would do alot more than the voice recognition software that came with the HP - if I could just get it to recognize my voice! <pout!>

Les Faby,
Do you mean accessories that connect into the sync-port on the bottom of the 3800? Are you asking if they would also work on the 3600 series?

If that's what you mean, I seriously doubt it. You can't use those type 3600 accessories on a 3800, and I am sure that the reverse is true, too.

If that's not what you are asking, please write me back and clarify.

Judie :0)

The serial port (which connects to the cradle) on the bottom of the 3800 is longer now. So devices such as the ThinkOutside Folding keyboard or the Pharos GPS is no incompatible.

Sleeves that connect to the expansion port (which is directly behind the serial port) will work just fine with both the 3600 or 3800 series.

I'll have to give Metalion a try!

Was this accidental or intentional?

The 3835 was the Pocket PC (2002) of choice for me as well. I'm very pleased with the hardware and the software that's included is top-notch. (I'm especially pleased with the WordLogic SIP.)

That is not true - I've been using my iPaq to connect to my WinXP Pro laptop via the Terminal Services client for several weeks now.

dstrauss,
My ideal handheld would have been the iPAQ form factor with a CF card. In the absence of that, the SD will have to do...

Russ,
I will have to look for this adapter you are talking about in my box - I don't remember it, but I sure could use it!!! Thanks for the tip!

Dave Z,
Thank you for pointing out that sentence. Julie got that info from someone that we consider an authority, and so we trusted it. (Neither of us does a lot with Terminal Services) I will remove the incorrect statement.

I really like the bit about the ViaVoice. Is that something that can be loaded on any PPC running OS 2002, or is it only for this model of Ipaq?

To enable remote access to your XPPro computer, right-click on "My Computer" and select properties. On the System Properties window, goto the "Remote" tab and make sure to check the box labelled "Allow users to connect remotely to this computer". Then click the "Select Remote Users..." button to, you guessed it, select which users are allowed to remotely access the computer.

To connect from your PocketPC or another computer running the Terminal Services client, just run the client and enter the ip address of your XP computer.

The "remote access" functionality in XP works a little differently than the Terminal Services in Win2000 or NT. On the server platforms it allows multiple users to connect simultaneously to the same computer and run independent sessions. Since XP is intended to be a desktop OS though, it only allows a single user at a time to be active on the computer - including the console. When you connect from a remote machine, it locks the screen and if you are logging in remotely as the same user who is logged into the console, the remote user takes over the console session. If you are logging in remotely as a different user though, the console session will be suspended and a new one will be started. The important thing to remember is that only one person can be active on the computer at a time.

( I should point out again that this only works on XP Professional - RDP support is not available in the Home version )

Hope this helps!

Judie:

Thanks for the info on charging from a sleeve - I have several adapters for my 3635, and the idea of having to scrap them all if I upgraded really bugged me. Now I'll have an even harder time choosing between a 38xx or the Casio E-200!

Since all of the Pocket PC 2002 units have the same processor, theoretically you should be able to run this program on any of them. There may be formatting differences or problems though, from device to device.

unregistered,
MMC cards can be used in the SD slot. They are the same size, but have slightly different properties (such as encryption - ability), if I understand correctly. Otherwise, they are essentially the same.

Anyone else out there care to chime in with more info on the differences?

Until we get the comparison review, you might want to check out our HP 565 standalone review:

http://www.the-gadgeteer.com/hp565-review.html

How noticeable / different is 65,500 cols instead of the 4000 ?

I'm thinking of getting the Ipaq3760 (in UK) which is PPC-02, 64 and 32MB but in the old design as far as I can see.

I like what I've read about the HP565, but your review shines well on the iPaq also. Then there are two more pocket pc's coming out in the next couple of months. So who can say what new features those may have.

So then I think that I shouldn't buy one now because if I do I'll kick myself if the newer ones are really better.

I guess another thing I don't understand is that it seems like everyone buys these things everytime they come out no matter how many they already have. I have a Palm IIIc. The thing I love about it is Datebk4. Nothing can hold a candle to that program that I've seen.

Perhaps one of you pocket pc gurus can point to a link that talks, in english thank you, about the features mean in a pocket pc.

Anyway, I'll continue to stuggle over the decision of the hp565 and the 3850 for now all the time wondering how much different the newer ones will be and what I'll be missing out on.

http://www.pdabuzz.com/Features/PPC2002_Launch/comparison.html

It seems to me that the only real difference in this round of PPC's is expansion. They're all the same size (pretty much), have similar screens, the same processors, etc. But the expansion options are what make them different. Toshiba, NEC and Casio have machines that have 2 slots - one for CF cards and one for SD/MMC cards. The Casio also comes with some type of USB input (not sure how useful that will be at this point) The new IPaq's have only one slot for SD/MMC cards, while the HP comes with a CF slot as well as an optional add-on battery with an MMC slot built in. In my opinion, that's the biggest difference between these new machines.

I'll check out the link you supplied. I'll have to find out what those cards are all about too.

I must say after having one of the original Ipaqs, when they were first released, they keep getting better. The new design is great, including the screen protector expansion pack. I still have a few minor complaints with CE (I’ve almost always been a Palm user) but now to me it’s at least bearable.

I have not experienced anything strange (when compared to the performance of my 3600 series) in regards to battery or charging issues - is there something specific that people are complaining about?

As far as "unexplained slowness," I have seen complaints about that - and I think that almost every time the culprit has turned out to be a software issue. Julie and I both experienced it with a particular Dashboard plugin, and I had trouble with a particular game - before the developer fixed it. Otherwise, the 3800 is zippy, and I am very pleased with it.

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Originally posted by Judie Clark:
tthiel,

I have not experienced anything strange (when compared to the performance of my 3600 series) in regards to battery or charging issues - is there something specific that people are complaining about?

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The charging issue with the 38xx is as follows: You place your Ipaq into the cradle to charge it up and the charge light does not come on. Or you place it in the cradle, it begins to charge and then the light goes out at some point. People have left their units thinking they are charging only to come back later and find their batteries down to 30% and no charge light on.

There is a rather lengthy discussion on the Brighthand BB regarding this. It seems most every 38xx is effected in some way. I think only two posters out of thirty on the topic posted they hadn't had a problem like this yet. I've had it occur a few times with my unit. Nothing drastic. I just had to remove the unit and replace it in the cradle a few times before the charge light engaged. It seems like there is some problem with the new charger connection. Although this problem is not limitted to the cradle as people have also had the problem when connected only to the AC adapter.

I guess I am one of the lucky ones - I have not had any issues like those that you described. I almost wish I had - just so I would have been more knowledgeable about the issue.

My main problem, as mentioned in the review, is the occasional "hanging" of my system. Removing and reinserting the SD card seems to cure that issue, though. Weird stuff...

Judie :0)

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Originally posted by Judie Clark:
Larry,

I guess I am one of the lucky ones - I have not had any issues like those that you described.

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You're definitely lucky not to have the problem. However, some posters reported the issue starting after a few weeks of using the unit. This caused them major issues because their fourteen day return policy had expired and they were unable to exchange their units at their original point of purchase. Most had to call Compaq directly to request and exchange. Knock on wood my unit hasn't done it since the second day I had it. It's been fine ever since. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

That is really scarey! I'll keep everyone posted if I have any problems like that pop up...so far so good, though.

As soon as we do reviews of all the new PPCs, Judie and I will be doing a best pick article on our personal fave.